Lord of the Flies is a classic allegorical novel by William Golding that explores the dark side of human nature. The story begins when a group of British schoolboys are stranded on a deserted island after a plane crash. At first, they try to create their own society, complete with rules, leadership, and a sense of order. But as time passes and the boys’ civilized behavior begins to break down, the island turns into a place of chaos, fear, and violence.

What makes this book so fascinating—and disturbing—is how quickly things fall apart. Without adults to guide them, the boys are left to figure out right and wrong on their own, and it doesn’t take long before power struggles, fear, and savagery take over. The conflict between Ralph, who represents order and democracy, and Jack, who symbolizes primal instinct and the desire for control, shows how fragile civilization really is when it’s not supported by structure and values.

One of the most powerful ideas in the book is that evil isn’t something that comes from outside—it’s inside all of us. The “Lord of the Flies,” a pig’s head on a stick left as an offering to a mysterious “beast,” becomes a symbol of the darkness living in every human. The real horror of the story isn’t monsters or ghosts, but what people are capable of when rules disappear and fear takes over.

As the story progresses, the island transforms from a tropical paradise into a nightmare. Innocence is lost, friendships are broken, and the line between civilization and savagery completely disappears. The ending is shocking, but it also leaves you thinking about how thin the line really is between order and chaos.

I found Lord of the Flies intense, haunting, and incredibly thought-provoking. Even though it’s about kids, the themes feel very adult—power, fear, violence, and the struggle to stay moral in an immoral world. Golding’s message is unsettling, but important: when left unchecked, our darkest instincts can take over. I’d give this book a 8/10 for its chilling message and powerful storytelling. It’s a must-read for anyone interested in psychology, leadership, or how quickly society can fall apart under pressure.