The measure- Nikki Erlick

Hi everyone! My name is Sheila. Im so excited to start a new book club in St. Pete! The first book of the year will be Nikki Erlick's New York times best seller & debut novel "The Measure"

Synopsis:

The world awakens to a mysterious phenomenon: every person over the age of 22 finds a small wooden box left on their doorstep. Inside, they discover a coil of string, each one marking the length of their life, accompanied by the message, "The measure of your life lies within." From that moment on, everyone receives a similar box on their 21st birthday. The novel explores the lives of several New Yorkers as they confront the implications of knowing how much time they have left, delving into personal struggles, relationships, and the broader societal impact of this new knowledge.

Genre:
-dystopian fiction
-science fiction
-suspense