Set in a dystopian future, the novel presents a society under the total control of a totalitarian regime, led by the omnipresent Big Brother. The protagonist, a low-ranking member of 'the Party', begins to question the regime and falls in love with a woman, an act of rebellion in a world where independent thought, dissent, and love are prohibited. The novel explores themes of surveillance, censorship, and the manipulation of truth.

A group of British boys are stranded on an uninhabited island after their plane crashes during wartime. Initially, they attempt to establish order, creating rules and electing a leader. However, as time passes, their civility erodes, and they descend into savagery and chaos. The struggle for power intensifies, leading to violence and death. The novel explores themes of innocence, the inherent evil in mankind, and the thin veneer of civilization.

This novel follows the life of a violent young man named Alex, who is part of a youth subculture in a dystopian future England. Alex and his gang engage in a nightmarish spree of rape, assault, and robbery, until he is arrested and subjected to a psychological experiment by the government to "cure" him of his violent tendencies. The novel explores themes of free will, morality, and the nature of evil, while using a unique slang language invented by the author.

The novel is a haunting tale of three friends, who grow up together at a seemingly idyllic English boarding school. As they mature, they discover a dark secret about their school and the purpose of their existence, which is to become organ donors for the rest of society. The story is a profound exploration of what it means to be human, the morality of scientific innovation, and the heartbreaking reality of love and loss.

In this post-apocalyptic novel, the majority of the world's population is blinded by a comet shower, leaving society vulnerable to the Triffids - venomous, mobile plants that were previously farmed for their oil. The protagonist, who retains his sight after being hospitalized during the comet shower, must navigate this new world, dealing with the Triffids and the desperate remnants of humanity. The novel explores themes of survival, adaptation, and the inherent fragility of civilization.

Set in a dystopian future where mankind has become infertile, the novel centers on a history professor who becomes involved with a group of revolutionaries seeking to overthrow the oppressive government. As the world descends into chaos due to the impending extinction of the human race, a miraculous pregnancy offers a glimmer of hope. The professor must protect the pregnant woman and navigate the dangerous political landscape, while grappling with the implications of a world without children.

Set in a post-apocalyptic England, the novel follows the journey of a young boy named Riddley Walker, who becomes the leader of his small community after his father's death. The world is a primitive, violent place where remnants of technology and culture are barely understood. Riddley's quest for knowledge and understanding leads him to discover the terrifying truth about humanity's downfall, involving nuclear warfare and the destructive power of knowledge. The story is told in a unique, fractured English, reflecting the decayed state of civilization.

"V for Vendetta" is a dystopian graphic novel set in a future totalitarian England. The story follows a mysterious, anarchistic vigilante known only as "V" who wears a Guy Fawkes mask and seeks to overthrow the oppressive government. The novel explores themes of freedom, oppression, and the power of ideas, as well as the moral complexities of vengeance and violence. It also delves into the personal journey of a young woman named Evey, who becomes V's unlikely ally.

In this science fiction novel, a young historian undertakes a time-travel journey to the 14th century for academic research, only to find herself stranded amidst the onset of the Black Death. As she navigates the challenges of medieval England, her colleagues in the 21st century grapple with a deadly influenza pandemic, complicating efforts to retrieve her. The narrative weaves between the past and the present, exploring themes of human resilience, the universality of suffering across time, and the ethical implications of time travel, all while the historian and her contemporaries confront mortality, history, and their own personal crises.

"Vurt" by Jeff Noon is a surreal and dystopian novel set in a future Manchester, where a hallucinogenic drug called "vurt" allows users to enter a virtual reality through their minds. The story follows Scribble, a young man who becomes obsessed with finding a rare and powerful vurt feather to save his sister, who is trapped in a vurt world. As Scribble navigates through a dangerous and bizarre landscape, he encounters strange creatures, alternate dimensions, and a mysterious group known as the Stash Riders. Blending elements of science fiction, cyberpunk, and urban fantasy, "Vurt" explores themes of addiction, identity, and the blurred lines between reality and fantasy.

"Bold As Love" by Gwyneth Jones is a science fiction novel set in a near-future Britain that has been ravaged by climate change and political unrest. The story follows a rock band called Bold As Love, led by charismatic and enigmatic Ax Preston, as they navigate through a post-apocalyptic world. With themes of love, revolution, and the power of music, the book explores the band's journey to bring hope and change to a society on the brink of collapse.

A 15-year-old New Yorker is sent to live with her eccentric British cousins on a remote farm in England, where she falls in love with her cousin. Their idyllic summer is shattered when war breaks out and the country falls under martial law. The protagonist must learn to survive in this brutal new world, while also grappling with love, loss, and the complexities of adolescence.

In a future world, the Tripods have conquered Earth and enslaved humanity. When thirteen-year-old Will and his friends reach the age of thirteen, they are faced with a choice: to be "capped" and controlled by the Tripods or to escape to the rumored free city in the White Mountains. Determined to live a life of freedom, Will embarks on a perilous journey, facing treacherous landscapes and encountering unexpected allies along the way. Will they succeed in overthrowing the Tripods and reclaiming their freedom?

In this post-apocalyptic novel, a catastrophic virus has decimated global agriculture by destroying grass crops, leading to widespread famine and societal collapse. The narrative follows a group of survivors as they navigate the perilous new world, grappling with the moral dilemmas of survival and the breakdown of civilization. As they journey across a desolate England in search of a safe haven, the characters are forced to confront the dark and violent aspects of human nature that emerge when the veneer of society is stripped away. The story is a chilling exploration of the fragility of human societies and the ethical boundaries that are tested in the face of desperation and chaos.

The book follows the adventures of Jerry Cornelius, a hip, amoral, and sexually ambiguous anti-hero, who is an incarnation of the Eternal Champion, a recurring character in the author's works. Set in a dystopian near-future, Cornelius is a physicist and playboy who becomes embroiled in a quest to construct the perfect human being through the Final Programme, a project that aims to create a new messiah figure for a world on the brink of collapse. The narrative is characterized by its satirical tone, blending elements of science fiction, dark humor, and countercultural commentary, as Cornelius navigates a landscape of eccentric characters, chaotic events, and shifting allegiances.

Set in an alternate history where the Reformation never occurred, the book explores a world dominated by a powerful Catholic Church. The story follows a young choirboy with a beautiful singing voice who is slated to undergo castration to preserve his vocal purity for the Church. As he becomes aware of the implications of this "alteration," he is torn between his duty to the religious institution and the desire for a normal life. The narrative delves into themes of personal freedom, destiny, and the far-reaching influence of an unchallenged theocracy on art, science, and individual rights.

Set in a dystopian future where the written word is forbidden and memories are washed away by the melodic power of the Chimes, the novel follows a young man with a unique gift for remembering the past. He joins a group of memory keepers who are fighting against the oppressive order that controls society through music. As he embarks on a journey filled with danger and discovery, he uncovers the truth about his own past and the potential to change the future. The narrative weaves a tale of resistance, the importance of memory, and the power of music to both dominate and liberate.