Twist

In "Twist," an acclaimed novel by the author of "Apeirogon" and "Let the Great World Spin," Irish journalist Anthony Fennell embarks on a journey to explore the underwater cables that transmit the world's information. Set against the backdrop of the west coast of Africa, Fennell encounters John Conway, a cable repair ship's chief of mission, and discovers the hidden human labor behind modern technology. As they navigate the depths of the ocean to repair breaks in the cables, they confront profound questions about life, love, and connection in an increasingly fractured world. This thought-provoking narrative weaves together themes of rupture and repair, inviting listeners to reflect on their own stories in the digital age.