Jamila Huseynova asked this question about Never Let Me Go:
Can anyone explain me why didn't they all run away from that place? Because I could not figure out that part.
Deirdre Kiernan These were genetically engineered to provide a source of transplant tissues. After wondering at the calm acceptance of their fate, I began to be suspi…moreThese were genetically engineered to provide a source of transplant tissues. After wondering at the calm acceptance of their fate, I began to be suspicious that they were created to be good social animals, placid and none too bright. They were not treated like real children--their minds were evidently not regarded as worth education. There was sex education, but not about conception--I think they were created sterile and as low libido as possible. (less)
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by Kazuo Ishiguro (Goodreads Author)
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