Work. Rest. Repeat.
by Frank Tayell
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Genre: Post Apocalyptic
Synopsis
Sixty years ago the world was wrecked during a terrible war. The soil was poisoned. The air became toxic. Billions died. Those who survived took refuge in great towered cities, and began constructing giant colony ships that would enable them to escape the ruined Earth.
The work wasn’t completed in their lifetime. The seas rose to swamp the diseased land, and lap against the city walls. Their descendants laboured on, and now the first of the spaceships is nearing completion.
But these cities aren’t dictatorships. An election is scheduled to choose a leader for this last exodus of humanity. With twenty-four hours until voting is due to begin, two workers are murdered. It is the first serious crime in generations, and it is down to the young Constable Ely to solve it. The election must take place. The ships must be launched. Above all, production must come first.
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I added this back in April 2015.
It sounds right up my alley.
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I dread to think how long some of the books have been lurking on my shelves and e-readers. I know I have some from when I bought them in 2010!
I really like the cover, it seems like the book has an overall ominous tone to it😁
Sounds like an interesting mix of post apocalyptic and mystery
sounds interesting. i always look forward to seeing what you have to share
sherry @ fundinmental
Oh, I love the sound of this one! I love post apocalyptic stories and this one sounds rather unique. I hope you enjoy it, Laura!
I like the sound of this one, too, Laura – but I dread to think how many good books I’ve got on my TBR…