Y Negative
Y Negative by Kelly Haworth is a thought-provoking exploration of identity and societal norms set in a post-apocalyptic world. Published by Amazon Digital Services LLC – KDP Print US on November 16, 2015, this 290-page novel is written in English and delves into the lives of individuals in a society where the concept of “woman” has been erased, leaving those without a Y chromosome marginalized and oppressed.
Readers will find a narrative that follows Ember, a Y-negative individual facing bullying and abuse, as he grapples with his desire for acceptance in a world dominated by masculine ideals. The story intertwines with Jess, a masc who is torn between personal ambitions and societal expectations. Their unexpected connection in a desolate landscape challenges the norms of their reality, leading to a struggle not only for their relationship but also for survival against the backdrop of a devastated world. Themes of romance and resilience are woven throughout, inviting readers to reflect on the complexities of identity and belonging.
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In the last surviving cities of a ruined world, the concept of “woman” has been forgotten to history. Those unfortunate enough to lack a Y chromosome live as second-class citizens in a world dominated by mascs.Ember is Y negative. He is scorned, bullied, abused by every masc he encounters, at work and at the gym. Not even his Y negative roommate cuts him any slack. He wants so desperately to be accepted as a masc that he’d rather buy black market testosterone than food. Something’s gotta give-he needs a change in his life, but has no idea how to find it.Jess is a masc with a passion for studying the recovery of their devastated world. His boyfriend is pressuring him for more commitment, and his father expects him to take over the family business. He can’t wait to get away from civilization for his seasonal research out in the wild.When Jess offers Ember a job, their lives collide in the isolated wasteland, and their initial attraction turns into a relationship that horrifies those around them. Soon their struggle to stay together and to be who they are turns into a fight for their lives.
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