The Adjacent by Christopher Priest
Set in a near-future world grappling with the aftermath of climate change and geopolitical tensions, the narrative weaves through multiple timelines and realities, exploring themes of love, loss, and the interconnectedness of human experiences. The story follows a photographer named Tibor Tarent, who, after losing his wife in a mysterious attack, becomes entangled in a web of parallel worlds and historical events. As he navigates these shifting landscapes, he encounters a series of enigmatic characters, each with their own secrets and connections to the phenomenon known as "adjacency," which blurs the boundaries between time and space, challenging the very nature of reality.
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- Published
- 2013
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 400-450
- Original Language
- English
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