The Power Author:Naomi Alderman What would happen if women suddenly possessed a fierce new power? The world is a recognizable place: there's a rich Nigerian boy who lounges around the family pool; a foster kid whose religious parents hide their true nature; an ambitious American politician; a tough London girl from a tricky family. But then a vi... more »tal new force takes root and flourishes, causing their lives to converge with devastating effect. Suddenly, tomorrow or the day after, teenage girls now have immense physical power. The girls find that with a flick of their fingers, they can inflict agonizing pain and even death. And, with this small twist of nature, the world drastically resets.« less