Waste Tide

In "Waste Tide," read by Ewan Chung, author Chen Qiufan immerses listeners in the hazardous world of electronic waste on Silicon Isle, a grim sanctuary for migrant workers like Mimi, who scavenge amidst the pollution of capitalist excess. As local gangs vie for power and eco-terrorists plot, Mimi faces a critical choice: continue as a victim of her circumstances or strive to reclaim agency in a landscape marked by conflict and exploitation. This eco-techno-thriller examines the intersection of environment, economy, and identity, highlighting the urgent implications of our consumer culture.