Annihilation isn't what I'd call a hard postapocalyptic story . . . it's more of a pre-apocalyptic story, or a potential-apocalyptic story. The novel takes place on a stretch of coastland known as Area X, which is under careful scrutiny by the enigmatic agency called the Southern Reach. Our protagonist, known only as the Biologist, enters with a team of women after her husband returns from his own mission completely catatonic. As the team explores the quarantined area, the dangers prove more horrifying and mysterious than they imagined, and not only their team but the entire world might depend on the success of their mission.
This novel is part horror, part thriller, part science fiction, and part an excellent character study. In February, you can catch the movie starring Natalie Portman. Check out the trailer here!
