Isolation by Chan Koonchung

Set in a dystopian future, the narrative unfolds in a world where a mysterious virus has led to the complete isolation of a city. The story delves into the lives of its inhabitants as they grapple with the psychological and societal impacts of prolonged confinement. Amidst the chaos, a group of individuals begins to question the official narrative and seeks to uncover the truth behind the quarantine. As tensions rise, the novel explores themes of control, freedom, and the human spirit's resilience in the face of adversity, painting a vivid picture of a society on the brink of unraveling.