Bridge 108

In Anne Charnock's dystopian novel Bridge 108, set in a climate-ravaged Europe of the late twenty-first century, twelve-year-old Caleb is separated from his mother during a perilous journey north amidst widespread drought and wildfires. After falling into the hands of traffickers and enslaved in a Manchester enclave, Caleb's determination to improve his situation remains unbroken. With the support of another victim, he embarks on a treacherous path to escape, seek trust, and find his family, all while navigating a hauntingly plausible future filled with oppression. Through multiple voices, the story explores Caleb's challenging transition into adulthood against a backdrop of increasingly relevant societal issues.