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Immerse yourself in a dystopian journey with 'The Shining Wall', a gripping novel that explores the stark divide between privilege and poverty in a ruined world. This thought-provoking narrative unfolds in a society where affluent humans shield themselves behind a gleaming metal wall, relying on cloned Neandertals and the exploitation of women from the wastelands beyond. As you dive into this richly imagined tale, you'll follow orphaned sisters Alida and Graycie, whose struggle for survival in the harsh Demi-Settlements leads them into the heart of the City and the potential heartbreak of separation. The complexity of their relationship and the moral dilemmas they face add depth to this thrilling story of resilience and friendship. Shuqba, a cloned Neandertal officer exiled to a security outpost, becomes a pivotal figure in their journey, challenging the rigid societal norms of her city. This novel touches on critical themes of social injustice, gender roles, and the fight for survival, making it a must-read for fans of feminist science fiction and dystopian narratives. 'The Shining Wall' is not just a story; it's an engaging commentary on the world we inhabit today. With endorsements from leading authors in the genre, it promises to grip readers from start to finish. Experience this captivating tale of survival and sisterhood. Order now and receive free shipping! Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Note: Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW | ISBN: 9781925760187 | Format: Trade paperback (UK) | Year: 2019 | Publisher: Transit Lounge.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781925760187
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2019
Publisher: Transit Lounge
Description:
In a ruined world, where wealthy humans
push health and longevity to extremes and surround themselves with a shining
metal wall, privilege and security is predicated on the services of cloned
Neandertals, and the exploitation of women in the shanty towns and wastelands
beyond the fortress city.
This is
the frightening yet moving story of orphaned Alida and her younger sister
Graycie, and their struggle for survival in the Demi-Settlements outside the
wall. When the sisters are forced to enter the City by very different means
they risk being separated forever.
Cloned
Neandertal officer, Shuqba is exiled to a security outpost in the
Demi-Settlements when she fails to adhere to the impossible standards set for
her species within the City. Will she offer a lifeline to Alida or betray her?
The Shining Wall is at once a frightening parable of
our unjust world of haves and have nots, a richly imagined yet thrilling story
of technological control and the fight for survival, and a paean to female
friendship and power.
'Gripping from the word GO. A
fearlessly feminist imagining of the entire fractured human genus in a
future none of us should ever have to face. The Shining Wall enshrines
familiar relationships even as it destroys genre tropes about a woman's role in
a ruined world. Leave it to a new voice like this to set the post-apocalyptic
construction on its ear. A triumph of realistic science fiction.' — Meg Elison, author of The
Book of the Unnamed Midwife
'Gritty
and voicey, perhaps prescient, this is a gripping dystopia from a shining new
voice.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781925760187
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2019
Publisher: Transit Lounge
Description:
In a ruined world, where wealthy humans
push health and longevity to extremes and surround themselves with a shining
metal wall, privilege and security is predicated on the services of cloned
Neandertals, and the exploitation of women in the shanty towns and wastelands
beyond the fortress city.
This is
the frightening yet moving story of orphaned Alida and her younger sister
Graycie, and their struggle for survival in the Demi-Settlements outside the
wall. When the sisters are forced to enter the City by very different means
they risk being separated forever.
Cloned
Neandertal officer, Shuqba is exiled to a security outpost in the
Demi-Settlements when she fails to adhere to the impossible standards set for
her species within the City. Will she offer a lifeline to Alida or betray her?
The Shining Wall is at once a frightening parable of
our unjust world of haves and have nots, a richly imagined yet thrilling story
of technological control and the fight for survival, and a paean to female
friendship and power.
'Gripping from the word GO. A
fearlessly feminist imagining of the entire fractured human genus in a
future none of us should ever have to face. The Shining Wall enshrines
familiar relationships even as it destroys genre tropes about a woman's role in
a ruined world. Leave it to a new voice like this to set the post-apocalyptic
construction on its ear. A triumph of realistic science fiction.' — Meg Elison, author of The
Book of the Unnamed Midwife
'Gritty
and voicey, perhaps prescient, this is a gripping dystopia from a shining new
voice.