Thrust

Laisve is a refugee in a destroyed city-island, haunted by the spirits of her drowned mother and brother. She dives into the river and travels between times and waterways, connecting with people from the past and future. She schools seekers in the ways of dreams, love, and the ultimate aim of liberty: to free the next generation from the chains of this one.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 06 July 2023
Publisher: Canongate Books

Laisve, a refugee residing in a devastated city-island, faces constant persecution from Raids and is tormented by the haunting spirits of her deceased mother and brother. Determined to find solace, she plunges into the river, embarking on a journey that traverses through time and waterways, connecting her with individuals from the past and future. Among these remarkable individuals are a group of workers diligently constructing a colossal monument to freedom, dedicated to a young and vibrant nation. However, the question remains: what exactly does this liberty signify, and to whom will it be granted?

As Laisve delves deeper into their stories, she imparts valuable lessons on the essence of dreams, love, and the ultimate goal of liberty—to liberate the next generation from the constraints of the present. Through her experiences, Laisve becomes a beacon of hope, guiding seekers towards a brighter future and a world where freedom truly reigns.

Weight: 236g
Dimension: 198 x 129 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781838857851
Edition number: Main