Kings of a Dead World

In Jamie Mollart's novel "Kings of a Dead World," the Earth's resources are dwindling, and the solution is The Sleep, periods of hibernation imposed on those who remain. In the sleeping city, elderly Ben struggles with his limited waking time and the disease stealing his wife, while lonely Janitor Peruzzi craves a family. Dissatisfaction is growing, and the city is about to wake.

Format: Hardback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 10 June 2021
Publisher: Sandstone Press Ltd

In the gripping dystopian novel "Kings of a Dead World," Jamie Mollart takes readers on a thought-provoking journey into a future where the Earth's resources are rapidly dwindling. Faced with this impending catastrophe, humanity comes up with a radical solution: The Sleep. This societal experiment involves imposing periods of hibernation on the remaining population, with only a Janitor to oversee the sleepers.

Set in the sleeping city of New Eden, the story revolves around elderly Ben, who grapples with the limited time he has left awake and the devastating disease that is slowly robbing him of his beloved wife. Meanwhile, lonely Janitor Peruzzi, haunted by a past he cannot forget, yearns for the family he never had. Amidst this growing dissatisfaction, the city prepares to wake from its long slumber.

As the city awakens, tensions rise, and the boundaries between the haves and have-nots become increasingly blurred. Ben and Peruzzi, two individuals from different walks of life, find themselves on a collision course, each fighting for their own survival and the future of the city.

"Kings of a Dead World" is a thought-provoking exploration of the human condition, societal dynamics, and the consequences of unchecked greed and power. With its vivid imagery, compelling characters, and thought-provoking themes, this novel is a must-read for anyone who loves dystopian fiction and is interested in exploring the darker side of humanity.

Weight: 546g
Dimension: 146 x 224 x 39 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781913207458