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Wool: The Inspiration for Silo Seasons One and Two―A Heart-Pounding Thriller of Survival and Betrayal in a Dystopian World of Darkness (Silo, 1)

SEASON 2 OF THE ACCLAIMED SILO SERIES — BASED ON BOOK 1, WOOL — NOW ON APPLE TV+

“One of dystopian fiction’s masterpieces alongside the likes of 1984 and Brave New World." — Daily Express

The first book in the acclaimed, New York Times best-selling trilogy, Wool is the story of mankind clawing for survival. The world outside has grown toxic, the view of it limited, talk of it forbidden. The remnants of humanity live underground in a single silo.

But there are always those who hope, who dream. These are the dangerous people, the residents who infect others with their optimism. Their punishment is simple. They are given the very thing they want: They are allowed to go outside. 

After the previous sheriff leaves the silo in a terrifying ritual, Juliette, a mechanic from the down deep, is suddenly and inexplicably promoted to the head of law enforcement. With newfound power and with little regard for the customs she is supposed to abide, Juliette uncovers hints of a sinister conspiracy. Tugging this thread may uncover the truth . . . or it could kill every last human alive.

“Claustrophobic and, at times, genuinely terrifying.” — Washington Post

SEASONS 1 & 2 OF THE APPLE TV+ STREAMING SERIES "SILO" ARE BASED ON THE EVENTS IN BOOK ONE OF THE SERIES, WOOL. 

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592 pages

Average rating: 8.18

169 RATINGS

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Community Reviews

LaneyLo
Mar 27, 2025
4/10 stars
I really wanted to like Wool, but it just didn’t work for me. The story picks up a little around 20%, but overall, it was a slog to get through. The world-building is interesting, and I can see why so many people enjoy it, but the pacing dragged, and I never felt fully invested. I kept reading out of sheer commitment rather than engagement. This one just wasn’t for me, and I don’t think I’ll continue the series.
Phy93
Mar 04, 2025
8/10 stars
A really great read, there are some slower parts but plenty of twist and turns. Excited to read the rest of the books in the series !
BookSwoons
Jan 08, 2025
10/10 stars
I started reading Wool because I loved the Apple TV series and wanted more backstory, and I was not disappointed! The book offers so much more depth and complexity than what’s covered in the show, with a rich world filled with intriguing characters and plot twists. As a fan of dystopian and apocalyptic stories, I appreciated how Howey delves into the psychological aspects of life in the silo. While some moments are dark and intense, they contribute to the overall impact of the narrative. I can't wait to dive into the next book in the series! Both the book and the show are fantastic in their own ways, and I highly recommend them to fellow fans of the genre.
Janet J
Oct 13, 2024
6/10 stars
Insightful look at the future from a view of "a few deciding for the many".
Tintenfischjoe
Aug 17, 2024
9/10 stars
A great piece of literature full of plenty of twists and turns. I felt some parts dragged on for longer than they should, but that's mostly a nitpick. Great book and great starter to a trilogy.

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