the end and other beginnings by veronica roth

Here is a flavour of three of the stories. They add a lot to the story and definitely help with visualisation.

The illustrations are gorgeous, so much so that I bookmarked most of them so that I could go back and look at them again. What is special about this book of shorts is that it is illustrated. One story I loved, some I liked and some I didn’t. This whole book of short stories has a futuristic feel, sometimes a little dystopian and sometimes a little Sci-fi. With beautifully intricate black-and-white interior illustrations and a uniquely designed package, this is the perfect gift for book lovers. Each story begins with a hope for a better end, but always end with a better understanding of the beginning. With tales of friendship and revenge, plus two new stories from the Carve the Mark universe, this collection has something for new and old fans alike. In these six stories, Veronica Roth reaches into the unknown and draws forth something startlingly familiar and profoundly beautiful. And yet, for all the advances in these futuristic lands, the people still must confront deeply human problems.

Within this masterful collection, each setting is more strange and wonderful than the last, brimming with new technologies and beings. The attractive book design includes richly drawn black and white art throughout.Bestselling Divergent and Carve the Mark author Veronica Roth delivers a stunning collection of novella-length stories set in the future, illustrated with startling black-and-white artwork. Each story shows us a new world, a future world, a unique world unknown to the reader and populated with exquisitely drawn characters. Roth excels at world-building in her novels, and this story collection is no exception. Roth thoughtfully addresses substantial issues, such as the power of self-determination in the face of fate.' (Publishers Weekly) 'This duology offers shades of George Lucas sprawl and influence, Game of Thrones clan intrigue, and a little Romeo & Juliet-style romance.' (USA Today) Of course, a little romance gets in the way as well.' (Entertainment Weekly) Praise for Carve the Mark: 'Roth's worldbuilding is commendable each nation is distinct, interacting with the current in ways that give insight into her characters' motivations. Praise for The Fates Divide: 'The Fates Divide features themes like hope and resilience and is told from four perspectives, as the lives of its two heroes are ruled by their fates spoken by the oracles at their births.

The end and other beginnings by veronica roth