Literary Fiction in Dystopian

About this book

In the decaying, waterlogged ruins of a forgotten metropolis, children are left to fend for themselves while the last vestiges of adult society hoard resources behind fortified walls. Tobyas, a cynical and self-serving orphan, navigates this brutal ecosystem by exploiting the weak and manipulating his peers to secure his own survival. When a catastrophic flood forces the slum's inhabitants to seek higher ground, Tobyas, alongside the observant historian Clementine and the brooding gang enforcer Jesper, embarks on a treacherous migration. As rations dwindle and the true cost of safety becomes clear, the fragile alliances between the children fracture. The journey strips away their innocence, forcing an exploration of human nature and the shifting boundaries of identity when stripped of civilization's moral constraints.

Book details

Genres:

Literary Fiction, Dystopian

Language:

en

Published:

2026-04-13

Content rating:

R