Christopher Kell

Dark Place: A dystopian novelette (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

'Dark Place stands as a thoughtful addition to contemporary dystopian literature...raises profound questions..' Book-shelfie (4.5/5 stars)

"Loved it...a strong premise and a satisfying twist that inspires thought and discussion about the world we live in today..." Reedsy Discovery (4/5 stars)

Set in a near-future world ravaged by resource depletion, society is controlled by the Authority that has imposed a strict citizen scoring system. Everyone must maintain a Citizen Score or face banishment to the mysterious "Dark Place." The narrative follows Ros, Femke, and Domhnal - brilliant university students who discover that parts of Earth have been hidden from the privileged population of what they call the "Light Place." Through clandestine research using backdoor access to restricted networks, they uncover evidence suggesting that the Authority is using the social credit system to cull the population.

The three idealistic students are determined to denounce the Authority, but first, they must become 'dispossessed'. When they find themselves stranded in the Dark Place they discover it has a different purpose with profound consequences for the future of society.

"Dark Place" is an examination of humanity's resilience and capacity for adaptation in the face of existential challenges.

More review comments:

'... haunting and intellectually stimulating...'

'Kell skilfully builds tension...excels at character development throughout...'

'...invites readers to continue the conversation beyond the final page.'

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Christopher Kell
• Erscheinungstermin: 5. Juni 2025
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9798231066506
• Artikelnr.: 74351548

Autorenporträt

Christopher Kell is an award-winning playwright and author whose work consistently explores the profound relationship between humanity and technology. His novelette, Dark Place, is acclaimed for its masterful subversion of the dystopian genre, blending evocative prose, character development and compelling dialogue with a philosophically rich examination of humanity's resilience. The narrative, honed by his years of successful playwriting, invites readers to engage in critical reflection on moral ambiguity and the existential challenges of a tech-dependent world.

A lifelong interest in the societal implications of technology began in the 1980s, when Kell worked as a computing educator. This early professional life directly influenced his creative pursuits, leading to his first published story, "Larrs' Ghost," which explored a "computer-generated world" long before virtual reality was a common term. He has since built a multifaceted body of work that includes short stories published in the US and UK, textbooks, and technical articles. Kell's consistent thematic focus demonstrates a decades-long creative inquiry into the human condition in the face of our most pressing challenges.