Title: The Water Wars
Author: Cameron Stracher
First published January 1, 2011
240 pages, Hardcover
ISBN: 9781402243691 (ISBN10: 1402243693)
Rating: 3.19
Overview
Step into a world where water is a rare commodity, and the fight for survival is fierce. In a country plagued by environmental disaster and government corruption, siblings Alex and Sam find themselves on a perilous journey to secure a source of fresh water.
Along the way, they meet a mysterious stranger named Max, who claims to have access to an endless supply of water. But as they delve deeper into Max’s secrets, they realize they’re being hunted by dangerous foes.
Author Cameron Stracher delivers a gripping YA novel that’s both timely and thought-provoking. The Water Wars will leave you on the edge of your seat until the very end.
About the Author
Cameron Stracher is a lawyer who both practices and teaches law. He’s also a talented writer whose work has been featured in several publications, including the New York Times, the New York Times Magazine, and the Wall Street Journal.
Cameron resides in Westport, CT, with his family, which includes two dogs, two children, and a wife (in no particular order).
Editoral Review
Cameron Strachers The Water Wars is a gripping dystopian novel that is sure to make readers think twice about their daily water usage. Published in 2011, the book is set in the not-too-distant future, where water has become a scarce resource and a precious commodity.
The author, Cameron Stracher, is a lawyer, writer, and professor of media law at New York Law School. He has written several other books, including Double Billing: A Young Lawyer’s Tale of Greed, Sex, Lies, and the Pursuit of a Swivel Chair and Dinner with Dad: How I Found My Way Back to the Family Table.
The Water Wars is his first venture into the world of dystopian fiction. In The Water Wars, the world is facing an extreme water shortage, and various factions are fighting for control of the remaining water sources.
The story follows the journey of Vera and her brother Will, who set out on a perilous journey across a dry and barren landscape in search of water. Along the way, they encounter a group of rebels who are fighting against the governments oppressive control of the water supply.
The novel’s setting is a desert wasteland where water is literally worth more than gold, and people will do anything to get it. The characters are vividly drawn, and the reader becomes invested in their struggles as they fight for survival in a hostile environment.
The themes of environmentalism, corporate greed, and political corruption are all explored in depth, making The Water Wars a thought-provoking read. Strachers writing style is engaging and easy to read, yet it manages to convey the seriousness of the water crisis in a vivid and impactful way.
The pacing of the book is fast and compelling, with plenty of action and suspense to keep the reader engaged. The novel’s themes are topical and relevant, as water scarcity is becoming a growing concern in many parts of the world.
One of the novel’s main strengths is its attention to detail, which gives the reader a vivid sense of the world and its characters. The author’s knowledge of the law and the way political systems operate is evident in his portrayal of the world’s water crisis.
Despite these strengths, The Water Wars does have a few flaws. Some readers might find the ending to be a bit rushed, and the story could have benefited from a bit more development in some areas.
Additionally, while the book is marketed as young adult fiction, some of its darker themes and scenes might not be suitable for younger readers. Overall, The Water Wars is a compelling and thought-provoking read that will appeal to fans of dystopian fiction and anyone concerned about environmental issues.
With its engaging characters, well-crafted plot, and topical themes, the book is sure to leave a lasting impression on readers. I give it a rating of 4 out of 5 stars.
