The Chrysalids Reflection

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In a society where anyone or anything that does not fall under the “true image of God” is an abomination and is to be exiled or killed, a group of “shape-thinkers” who have already struggled trying to follow the strict rules of their town are struck with a brand new problem when their group of eight becomes nine. John Wyndham introduces us to a post-apocalyptic time period where a God-fearing community tries desperately to rid their town of all deviations in The Chrysalids. Although this science fiction novel had the potential to be a great piece of literature, reading it was like a chore, it was boring and I could not wait to be finished. Meet David, an ordinary looking boy who is one of the nine “shape-thinkers.” He has the ability to create shape thoughts and communicate with others like him through his mind. The other “shape-thinkers” are Michael, Rosalind, Mark, Sally, Katherine, Anne, Rachel and Petra; David’s sister and the ninth member. The entire story is told by David and although first person perspective can give …show more content…

After the tribulation, only the Bible and Nicholson's Repentances survived which is what the people of Waknuk follow and they began living in fear of god sending another tribulation hence, why they praise god so much. This aspect about religion is very different and John Wyndham’s ideas captivate you into wanting to learn more about their society. When David’s sister, Petra is born she looks like an ordinary person but like David, has the ability to create shape thoughts. However Petra is much more powerful than them and this becomes a problem because she is young and doesn’t know how to control her abilities. Eventually, their secret is discovered and David and Petra along with their cousin Rosalind are forced to leave Waknuk and travel into the Fringes in hopes of finding help. Overall the plot is very well thought out and

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