Julia: A Retelling of George Orwell's 1984

A captivating reimagining of George Orwell's iconic novel, «1984». Sandra Newman offers readers a fresh perspective on the totalitarian world dominated by Big Brother and the suppression of individuality. Set in London of 1984, the novel follows Julia Worthington, a young woman working at the Ministry of Truth. Newman shifts the narrative focus from Winston Smith to Julia, portraying her as a strong, intelligent rebel who refuses to conform to the totalitarian regime. Externally, Julia is a model citizen, but internally, she burns with a desire for freedom. Her encounter with Winston Smith upends her life and forces her to question the meaning of existence in a totalitarian world. In a spontaneous act, she slips a note to Winston, realizing she has lost control and can no longer feel safe in this world.