The Territory Series

This series plunges readers into a flooded future Britain where land is a scarce and fiercely contested resource. It follows young protagonists facing high-stakes examinations that dictate their right to exist within protected territories, highlighting the stark class disparities between the privileged and the disadvantaged. The narrative offers a gripping exploration of survival, social injustice, and the desperate struggle for belonging in a harsh, divided world.

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1
The Territory
Sarah Govett
232 pages
9 hours of reading
3.9(329)Add rating
Set in a flooded Britain where land is a precious commodity, the story follows Noa, who faces a critical exam at 15 that determines her fate. Success allows her to remain in the Territory, while failure means banishment to the dangerous Wetlands. Unlike wealthy families who can purchase advantages for their children, Noa, a 'Norm,' must rely solely on her own abilities to secure her future. The narrative explores themes of class disparity, survival, and the struggle for belonging in a harsh, divided society.
2
Territory, Escape
Sarah Govett
206 pages
8 hours of reading
Second in The Territory trilogy. The year is 2059. 15-year-old Noa Blake has to take an exam to stay in the Territory - but her childhood friend Jack has been sent to disease-ridden Wetlands where few people survive. Noa and new boyfriend Raf have vowed to rescue Jack, but how?
3
The Territory, Truth
Sarah Govett
220 pages
8 hours of reading
In a flooded Britain of 2059, the fate of its youth hinges on a critical exam at age 15, determining their future in the Territory or banishment to the Wetlands. As the final installment of the Territory trilogy unfolds, Noa, Jack, and Raf confront oppressive authorities and seek to dismantle the wall separating them from the truth. Their journey explores themes of resilience, freedom, and the quest for knowledge in a dystopian world.

Recommended Reading Order

The Territory

Territory, Escape

The Territory, Truth