The Second Sleep

In Robert Harris's latest novel, a young priest named Christopher Fairfax journeys across an eerie, ancient landscape towards a remote Exmoor village, unaware that he is about to uncover a dangerous secret. As he navigates a world scarred by civilization’s collapse, the story explores themes of religion, science, and the potential dangers of technology, all set against a backdrop of suspense and intrigue. Celebrated as a compelling and thought-provoking read, the book offers both an engrossing narrative and a warning about the future.