In George Saunders's short story "Ghoul," first person narrator Brian is reluctant to challenge the rules of his confining dystopian society. However, when he falls in love with Amy and learns an increasing number of dark truths about his world, Brian is faced with a moral conundrum. He must decide whether to choose loyalty to the system or to his friends. In this complex political commentary, the author explores themes including entrapment and change.
