The Growing Season
Exploring the impact of technology on family and identity
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Vintage Publishing
Published:7th Mar '19
Should be back in stock very soon
In The Growing Season, characters confront personal truths while exploring the ethical dilemmas of a world transformed by technology and parenthood.
In The Growing Season, the world has transformed with the advent of FullLife's revolutionary baby pouch, allowing anyone to experience parenthood, regardless of gender. This technological marvel promises equality and liberation, yet not everyone is convinced that this is a step forward. Holly embraces the changes and celebrates the newfound freedom, while Eva remains skeptical, questioning the societal implications of such advancements. Meanwhile, Piotr stumbles upon a troubling secret that lies beneath FullLife's polished exterior, casting doubt on the company's true intentions.
As the characters navigate their personal truths, the lines between progress and ethical dilemmas blur. Each of them is faced with their own struggles and revelations, leading to a profound exploration of identity, motherhood, and the essence of human connection. The narrative weaves together their individual journeys, revealing how the quest for truth about FullLife intertwines their lives in unexpected ways.
The Growing Season challenges readers to consider the implications of technological advancements on society and personal relationships. It raises important questions about the nature of parenthood, the role of women in a changing world, and the sacrifices made in the name of progress. This thought-provoking tale invites readers to reflect on the balance between innovation and the preservation of what makes us human, making it a compelling read for anyone curious about the future of family and identity.
So enjoyed The Growing Season. . . Galloped my way to the conclusion, despite wishing it would never end. Smart & provocative. -- Carys Bray * Twitter *
The Growing Season poses a compelling what-if about the female body, technology and power -- Sarah Ditum * Guardian *
You know when you read the back of a book and your neck hairs go all tingly? This is one of them. . . an inventive tale that'll leave you contemplating what the future holds. * Stylist *
Sedgwick describes her off-kilter world brilliantly and she considers the big ideas in her novel from all sides like a true scientist. . . It’s smart and thoughtful writing – a novel to make you consider deeply what family means and what the not-too-distant future might hold. * Big Issue *
I adored ex-physicist Sedgwick’s dazzling debut literary novel, The Comet Seekers, a critically-acclaimed, super-smart love story that’s anchored in an Antarctic scientific research centre but spans centuries and multiple locations. Her new one is just as brainy and ambitious… Clever stuff -- Kerry Potter * Muddy Stilettos *
This is an intriguing, eye-opening and potentially worrying glimpse into an alternative societal path -- Jane Bradley * Scotland on Sunday *
Sedgwick, a former biophysicist, handles the ethics and possibility of new fertility technology admirably, cementing her reputation as one of the most important new writers around * Diva *
Part thriller, part dystopian fiction, The Growing Season takes a fascinating "what if" question and really runs with it * Running in Heels *
An elegant and ingenious narrative, told with skill and sensitivity -- Meg Howrey
An intriguing, eye-opening and potentially worrying glimpse into an alternative societal path. -- Jane Bradley * The Scotsman *
The Growing Season is an outstanding example of SF feminism * Atlantis *
As our own reality draws closer to that of Sedgwick's speculations, the need for preemptive legislative, social and cultural change becomes ever-more pressing * Cherwell *
- Short-listed for Saltire Society Fiction Book of the Year 2018 (UK)
ISBN: 9781784706579
Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 19mm
Weight: 223g
320 pages