The Heart Goes Last by Margaret Atwood

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“The Heart Goes Last” is a novel by Margaret Atwood, published in 2015. Set in a dystopian world, the story revolves around a couple, Stan and Charmaine, who live in their car after losing their jobs and home due to economic collapse. They become desperate for stability and opt to join a social experiment called the Positron Project, where participants alternate between prison life and suburban life every month. The novel explores themes of power, control, and the consequences of sacrificing freedom for security. Atwood’s signature blend of dark humor and social commentary shines through in this thought-provoking narrative.