Kiteworld

Kiteworld, the final work of acclaimed science fiction author Keith Roberts, is a sweeping tale set in a future where humanity grapples with its lost past following a catastrophic event. The narrative follows skilled Kite crews as they pilot giant manlifter kites into the stratosphere to confront ominous threats reminiscent of aircraft and missiles. Amidst this richly detailed world, the lives of characters like Raoul, Tan, and Velvet interweave, each facing personal struggles and moral dilemmas as tensions rise toward an impending transformative battle.