Cinder (dystopian literature)

*Cinder* is a young adult dystopian novel by Marissa Meyer, part of the "Lunar Chronicles" series. It reimagines the classic fairy tale of Cinderella in a futuristic setting where society is divided between the human population and a race of lunar inhabitants with special powers. The story follows Cinder, a talented mechanic and cyborg, as she navigates her oppressive life, battles a deadly plague, and confronts a looming conflict between Earth and Luna. Blending science fiction elements with themes of identity, resilience, and societal inequality, *Cinder* explores the struggles of its protagonist in a richly developed world.