The Chrysalids

by John Wyndham

Published December 1955
The terrifying story of a world paralyzed by genetic mutation. In a community where deviations are rooted out as abominations, David's ability to communicate by thought shapes is a dangerous secret. When his ability is discovered, the results are horrific.

The Day of the Triffids

by John Wyndham

Published December 1951
By missing the end of the world, he had survived to witness a new world dominated by monstrous plants, the Triffids.