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How to Stop Time Overview

How to Stop Time, a fantasy novel by Matthew Haig, centers around Tom Hazard. Tom has lived 400 years, but he appears to be in his 40s because he has a condition that slows down the aging process. His memories of his mother drowning after she was accused of witchcraft remain.  He still struggles with the fear of how society will treat people like him whose life can span centuries. Then, he realizes he has the power to make choices about his life. The novel's main themes are the challenges of a long life, the power of propaganda, the individual vs. society, identity, and companionship. 

 

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