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Delirium (Delirium Trilogy 1)

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Delirium (Delirium Trilogy 1)

By: Lauren Oliver
Narrated by: Sarah Drew
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 They say that the cure for love will make me happy and safe forever. And I've always believed them.

Until now.

Now everything has changed. Now, I'd rather be infected with love for the tiniest sliver of a second than live a hundred years suffocated by a lie.

There was a time when love was the most important thing in the world. People would go to the end of the earth to find it. They would tell lies for it. Even kill for it.

Then, at last, they found the cure.

(P)2012 HarperCollins Audio©2011 Lauren Oliver Depression & Mental Health Difficult Situations Dystopian Emotions & Feelings Fiction Literature & Fiction Science Fiction Science Fiction & Fantasy Romance Heartfelt

Critic reviews

Lauren Oliver is the rising star of young adult fiction... [DELIRIUM] deftly conjures up a recognisably dystopian parallel to our own world, as convincingly terrifying as the North America of Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale.
Prepare to pull a sickie and be rooted to your chair with one of the most addictive books we've come across in ages . . . A recklessly romantic, smart, poignant and tense read from one of the most exciting writers around . . . Clever, moving and incredibly addictive.
An original and fast-moving read from a very talented writer.
'Amazing, unputdownable!'
The transformation of Lena's character from start to finish is amazing, and Oliver's words really tug at your heartstrings. Highly recommended.
A dystopian Romeo and Juliet story that deserves to be as massive as Twilight.
A beautifully written and wonderfully addictive book that fans of Margaret Atwood will devour.
Lauren Oliver's Before I Fall was one of Bella's favourite books of last year and this follow-up doesn't disappoint.
Hugely compelling and addictive, this has massive commercial potential.
This has to be one of the most original fiction concepts for a long time... Brilliantly constructed... will leave you with your heart in your mouth... It will stir up the emotions that remind you why you bother with love at all.
'A dystopian Romeo and Juliet . . . Lauren Oliver's futuristic vision, set in an alternate but recognisable America, is chillingly realised.'
The setting for this clever, imaginative novel is a society in which love is treated as a disease... With a pacy, absorbing plot and a cast of engaging characters to revel in, Delirium also raises all manner of talking points: relationships, the role of the family, state intervention, friendship, loyalty, individual freedom. The movie must surely be just around the corner.
'Finished reading Lauren Oliver's book Delirium. A beautiful read. Can't stop thinking about it.'
For proper, spellbinding immersion pick up a copy of Delirium.
This thought-provoking novel, the first in a new trilogy, will have you gripped from start to finish. But be warned: the cliffhanger will leave you desperate for the next instalment.
'Part The Handmaid's Tale, part Twilight, we're addicted.'
All stars
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Where does Delirium rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

My fave audiobook so far. I loved closing my eyes and becoming engrossed. Wonderful narrator and gripping storyline.

What other book might you compare Delirium to, and why?

Maze runner and hunger games. Young adult fiction at its best.

Any additional comments?

I loved this

Fab

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This book has been my first experience of audible books. I have never fancied the idea of them .... HOWEVER... the narrator had be hooked along side the story. I am truly converted to audible and have just purchased the next two books in this series to listen to while i do my housework!! :D Thankyou so much :D

Amazing

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Better than I expected. I have even been listening to it at night as I was quite hooked on the story. A world without love and heart ache almost sounds good at the start of the story. Almost makes you wish we had the cure but as it progresses we see a totally believe able story line of why it's not the case and the flaws of a society without love.

Totally different

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Thoroughly enjoyed the story and the characters were well developed. Lots of action to keep the reader interested.

Great listen

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Yes Indeed! I fell in love with Lauren Oliver’s work, and her characters!
I read the paper back about a Decade ago, wanted to share this with someone, so listened to experience it again, as my memory is poor due to health.
This book comforted me, through years of being without my own children whom I adore, but society didn’t see that. Whom are now grown up and we all understand being without love can make you sick. So appreciate this book! 🖤💕

If you ever lost someone, struggled with love, or as my Mum would say, haha “just love the idea of being in love!” (Yes maybe I do Mum!😛) but aren’t yet there, this book is especially for you!
If your mad at society being unreasonable, this book is for you!
If you adore Adventure, this book is for you!
Thank You Lauren Oliver!!! ♥️♥️♥️💕 You are one of my favourite authors, and bring comfort and happiness!

I liked the way the book was read also.

I have The Amor Deleria Nervosa for This Book! ♥️💕

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