The Chrysalids is a science fiction novel written by John Wyndham and published by Michael Joseph in London, England 1955. Many say this novel wasn't one of Wyndham’s major works, but still one of his best. This novel talks about the extremes of thinking you're part of a supreme religion/group, causing people to do ridiculous things. Usually, women are portrayed as just the ”subservient housewife” and weak compared to men. However, Wyndham breaks that stereotype and creates powerful, and independent female characters.
