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Escape from Spiderhead

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George Saunders' "Escape from Spiderhead" is a chilling short story exploring themes of corporate control, questionable consent, and the ethical implications of scientific experimentation.

The story centers around a pharmaceutical facility where inmates volunteer for drug trials in exchange for reduced sentences.

The experiments manipulate emotions and behaviors, blurring the lines between free will and coercion.

The narrative builds suspense as the subjects become increasingly aware of the facility's sinister intentions.

The story's powerful ending leaves a lasting impression on the reader.

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