The Testaments

"The Testaments" by Margaret Atwood is a novel set in the same dystopian world as her earlier book, "The Handmaid’s Tale." It explores life inside the oppressive society of Gilead through the perspectives of three women—two living there and one who escapes. The story uncovers the roots of Gilead’s founding, examines how power and obedience are maintained, and highlights acts of resistance. The novel provides insight into the characters’ inner lives and the societal structures they navigate, ultimately exploring themes of freedom, oppression, and the possibility of change within a totalitarian regime.