A Brief History of Living Forever

Adéla, diagnosed with a terminal illness, leaves her Czech village for America to reunite with her daughter Tereza, now a scientist at a New York biotech company. Their reunion is short, and before Tereza can help her mother, Adéla dies and her remains disappear. But Adéla's spirit survives, watching over Tereza as she searches for the body on a journey that spans oceans and continents, through a world ravaged by corporate greed and political extremism.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 02 November 2023
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

From the acclaimed author of "Spaceman of Bohemia," a thrilling and thought-provoking novel set to become a major Netflix film starring Adam Sandler and Carey Mulligan.

"Ambitious, exciting, and with touches of Don DeLillo," the Daily Telegraph describes this captivating story.

With a satirical edge reminiscent of Kurt Vonnegut, "A Brief History of Living Forever" takes readers on a journey through time and space, exploring the complexities of human relationships and the search for meaning in a world plagued by terminal illness, corporate greed, and political extremism.

At the heart of the story is Adéla, a Czech woman diagnosed with a terminal illness who leaves her village for America to reunite with her daughter Tereza, a scientist at a New York biotech company dedicated to curing mortality. Their reunion is brief, and before Tereza can help her mother, Adéla dies, and her remains disappear.

However, Adéla's spirit survives, restless and watchful, as Tereza embarks on a journey to find her mother's body, traversing oceans and continents in a world ravaged by societal collapse. Witty and prescient, "A Brief History of Living Forever" is a vivid portrayal of family connection prevailing in the face of adversity.

Praise for "Spaceman of Bohemia" has been pouring in, with critics describing it as "funny, human, and oddly down-to-earth." The Guardian praises its "superb debut," while the Literary Review hails it as "booming with vitality and originality." The New York Times calls it a "booming with vitality and originality."

"A Brief History of Living Forever" is a must-read for anyone who loves thought-provoking fiction, exploring the boundaries of science, family, and the human condition. With its captivating storytelling and unforgettable characters, this novel is sure to leave a lasting impression on readers.

So, prepare to be transported to a world where the impossible is possible, and the bonds of love and family endure in the face of societal collapse. Get ready to experience the magic of "A Brief History of Living Forever."

Weight: 224g
Dimension: 128 x 198 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529368819