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Future Song
"Exciting and unpredictable" – Zoe Gilbert.
Near-future Bristol. When the daughter of Laia, a climate refugee, is kidnapped, who can she trust as she desperately searches for her baby girl? Francis, the mysterious private detective who turns up out of the blue, has his own reasons for helping her scour the city. Then there’s Shalott, the folk figure with flowers in her hair – surely she and her many followers could help? But up close, her motives are sinister.
Above all, is Laia’s stolen daughter, rumoured to be the ‘child of the future’, the key to survival that this climate-ravaged city is so desperate for? Or a sacrifice for the witches in business suits? Laia’s running out of time to find her.
A compelling story of fusing hope, realism and justice as we live through the time of climate change.
Near-future Bristol. When the daughter of Laia, a climate refugee, is kidnapped, who can she trust as she desperately searches for her baby girl? Francis, the mysterious private detective who turns up out of the blue, has his own reasons for helping her scour the city. Then there’s Shalott, the folk figure with flowers in her hair – surely she and her many followers could help? But up close, her motives are sinister.
Above all, is Laia’s stolen daughter, rumoured to be the ‘child of the future’, the key to survival that this climate-ravaged city is so desperate for? Or a sacrifice for the witches in business suits? Laia’s running out of time to find her.
A compelling story of fusing hope, realism and justice as we live through the time of climate change.
350 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 20, 2026
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Tim Kindberg
8 books6 followersNottingham -> Cambridge -> San Francisco -> London -> Palo Alto -> Bristol -> Copenhagen -> Bristol -> Guangzhou -> Bristol.
Operating at the intersection of the strange and the mysterious.
Operating at the intersection of the strange and the mysterious.
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September 21, 2026
Thank you to the author and Love Book Tours for a copy of this stunning book. Firstly I adore the design of this cover, the pink, red and black are my favourite combination of colours.
Reading this book has been eye opening and one they definitely left me feeling more empathetic as a person. There is a lot to think about from this story and I think would love to re-read it soon and annotate it.
This is the 2nd climate change novel I have read in the last few weeks and I'm very grateful for the opportunity to have challenged my initial knowledge on the subject. These type of books are important, these stories matter.
Reading this book has been eye opening and one they definitely left me feeling more empathetic as a person. There is a lot to think about from this story and I think would love to re-read it soon and annotate it.
This is the 2nd climate change novel I have read in the last few weeks and I'm very grateful for the opportunity to have challenged my initial knowledge on the subject. These type of books are important, these stories matter.
October 18, 2026
Wow what a book! I was drawn in to this book from the blurb- based in Bristol where I’m from and was a subject matter I’m interested in. Laia/Lana’s story and journey was eye opening and so raw. Her character was portrayed so well and the ‘child of the future’ element was very interesting. Fighting for justice for refugees is so essential and this book really highlights the issues they face in a world that’s forever changing.
October 23, 2026
In Future Song, author Tim Kindberg walks a delicate tightrope, maintaining a complex balancing act between his chosen themes. The story is predominately speculative fiction, with a sprinkling of magic thrown in but there are strong thriller elements while we decide who is trustworthy and who isn’t and whether the outcome will be in favour of our main character or not.
The main character in question is Laia, a refugee who arrives in near-future Bristol. Life is difficult and when her baby Zia is kidnapped, Laia must do everything possible to get her back.
This was a fascinating read. Kindberg has created a rather frightening, dark world where food is scarce, and climate conditions have declined into an almost hellish state. And when you think about it, looking at the state of our world, this doesn’t sound so fictional at all.
Many other details also ring true for where we're at right now: the global refugee crisis; media manipulation; and the ridiculous power of social media and 'influencers' - handed over by none other than ourselves! And then the politicians also come out to play! My word, it's all a diabolical circus isn’t it?!
But as much as this should be seen as a cautionary tale (at least in my opinion), Kindberg has woven it all into a highly readable story. I felt invested in the characters and their individually evolving journeys and I'm sure that others will feel the same.
Thank you to the author for my gifted copy of the book and to Love Books Tours for the Booksta Tour.
The main character in question is Laia, a refugee who arrives in near-future Bristol. Life is difficult and when her baby Zia is kidnapped, Laia must do everything possible to get her back.
This was a fascinating read. Kindberg has created a rather frightening, dark world where food is scarce, and climate conditions have declined into an almost hellish state. And when you think about it, looking at the state of our world, this doesn’t sound so fictional at all.
Many other details also ring true for where we're at right now: the global refugee crisis; media manipulation; and the ridiculous power of social media and 'influencers' - handed over by none other than ourselves! And then the politicians also come out to play! My word, it's all a diabolical circus isn’t it?!
But as much as this should be seen as a cautionary tale (at least in my opinion), Kindberg has woven it all into a highly readable story. I felt invested in the characters and their individually evolving journeys and I'm sure that others will feel the same.
Thank you to the author for my gifted copy of the book and to Love Books Tours for the Booksta Tour.
October 16, 2026
This was an exciting, thrilling read from start to finish. As a parent, the concept of losing your baby was heart wrenching and I felt for the mother - needing to turn the pages and find out if she was going to reunite with Tiny Z!
As many speculative fiction titles do, this book spoke volumes about real life issues we face. Sometimes they're subtle, this one absolutely was not. It used the butterfly effect to highlight what the future might look like if we don't try to take better care of our environment now. At times, it could be a bit heavy handed, but it also made sense in the context of the book.
I really enjoyed the dynamic between our main characters Laia and the gritty detective who wants to help, but also has motives of his own. And the interesting cult-like figures Shalott and Starman were really fun, bringing great twists and dimension to the story.
There was also a really fun blend of science, technology, and magic. I don't want to say too much - spoilers, and honestly I didn't understand some (sometimes I need to read something more than once to really get science stuff!) but I think it could be a case of complicated science is indistinguishable from magic.
I really enjoyed reading this, but it is also terrifying to think of what our future could bring - making stories like this more important than ever. I hope to read more by this author soon!
As many speculative fiction titles do, this book spoke volumes about real life issues we face. Sometimes they're subtle, this one absolutely was not. It used the butterfly effect to highlight what the future might look like if we don't try to take better care of our environment now. At times, it could be a bit heavy handed, but it also made sense in the context of the book.
I really enjoyed the dynamic between our main characters Laia and the gritty detective who wants to help, but also has motives of his own. And the interesting cult-like figures Shalott and Starman were really fun, bringing great twists and dimension to the story.
There was also a really fun blend of science, technology, and magic. I don't want to say too much - spoilers, and honestly I didn't understand some (sometimes I need to read something more than once to really get science stuff!) but I think it could be a case of complicated science is indistinguishable from magic.
I really enjoyed reading this, but it is also terrifying to think of what our future could bring - making stories like this more important than ever. I hope to read more by this author soon!
October 20, 2026
Thank you to LBT for having me on this book review tour and for my gifted copy of this epub.
Ok first I have to say the cover and the title really don’t give anything away as to what this book is about. It really doesn’t.
When I first saw the title and the cover I was like, “Oh, this is gonna be unique. Yeah never in a million years did I think this book would be about climate change.
This book takes place in the future which I thought was really cool. The book takes place in Bristol where we follow Laia who is struggling hard-core and winds up getting pregnant and having a baby girl named Zia.
I felt so awful for Laia her daughter gets kidnapped and she is on a mission to get her back I don’t know what I would do if that happened as a mom myself.
The book has a lot to do with climate change and how it really affects real life and makes you really think about our future and what it may look like. I found that I was thinking a lot about this book long after I finished it.
The author did such a great job of making everything so detailed and clear that I seriously felt like I was in the book.
I enjoyed all the characters in this book and found this book flowed so well and definitely is a book I think I’ll read again.
Overall great read. Makes me really think.
Ok first I have to say the cover and the title really don’t give anything away as to what this book is about. It really doesn’t.
When I first saw the title and the cover I was like, “Oh, this is gonna be unique. Yeah never in a million years did I think this book would be about climate change.
This book takes place in the future which I thought was really cool. The book takes place in Bristol where we follow Laia who is struggling hard-core and winds up getting pregnant and having a baby girl named Zia.
I felt so awful for Laia her daughter gets kidnapped and she is on a mission to get her back I don’t know what I would do if that happened as a mom myself.
The book has a lot to do with climate change and how it really affects real life and makes you really think about our future and what it may look like. I found that I was thinking a lot about this book long after I finished it.
The author did such a great job of making everything so detailed and clear that I seriously felt like I was in the book.
I enjoyed all the characters in this book and found this book flowed so well and definitely is a book I think I’ll read again.
Overall great read. Makes me really think.
August 2, 2026
Tim Kindberg's books are incredible page turners and really hard to pigeonhole. Although 'Future Song' is set in a future England ravaged by famine, heatwaves and floods, it would do the story a disservice to call it dystopian. Kindberg prefers the term 'thrutopia', implying that humankind work together to make the best of the situation. That's what happens in his home city of Bristol, where much of the action in 'Future Song' takes place.
Nevertheless, whatever the coping strategies, the political climate is febrile. Refugees are depended upon for labour, but harassed by politicians and ugly mobs. When Laia arrives in Bristol as a young refugee, her trust is horribly betrayed. Yet, in her search for a missing child, she has no choice about putting her faith in others. They include Starman, a godlike influencer whose streams are devoured by Bristolians. Starman encourages everyone to love each other and be their best selves - and they listen. As all the loose ends in the story's complex threads are brilliantly tied together, it's clear that the novel is a love letter to Bristol. 'Future Song' tells the city how brilliant it can be - a thrutopia of hope and co-operation.
Nevertheless, whatever the coping strategies, the political climate is febrile. Refugees are depended upon for labour, but harassed by politicians and ugly mobs. When Laia arrives in Bristol as a young refugee, her trust is horribly betrayed. Yet, in her search for a missing child, she has no choice about putting her faith in others. They include Starman, a godlike influencer whose streams are devoured by Bristolians. Starman encourages everyone to love each other and be their best selves - and they listen. As all the loose ends in the story's complex threads are brilliantly tied together, it's clear that the novel is a love letter to Bristol. 'Future Song' tells the city how brilliant it can be - a thrutopia of hope and co-operation.
October 22, 2026
I'm not sure what genre I'd put this book into, but I'm here for it!
The storyline was so good. It starts with Laia's journey as a refugee to Bristol, which I found really interesting. Sadly, I imagine some aspects of her experience are very true to life for refugees.
In the book, the world has changed due to Climate Change, which is actually a very real issue in this day and age. Who knows, some of the things that happen in the book could eventually become a reality. It's a scary thought, but one that more people need to be aware of.
When Laia's baby is kidnapped, she has to join forces with a private investigator to try to get her back. This part of the story really highlights the impact social media has on the world today and just how far an influencer's reach can extend. The book also has a fantasy element, with magic and the idea of time travel thrown into the mix.
With so much going on, I think this book will appeal to lots of different readers and keep them interested throughout.
All in all, I really enjoyed reading this book. I loved the different elements woven into the story, and it also gave me plenty to think about, which is always a good thing!
The storyline was so good. It starts with Laia's journey as a refugee to Bristol, which I found really interesting. Sadly, I imagine some aspects of her experience are very true to life for refugees.
In the book, the world has changed due to Climate Change, which is actually a very real issue in this day and age. Who knows, some of the things that happen in the book could eventually become a reality. It's a scary thought, but one that more people need to be aware of.
When Laia's baby is kidnapped, she has to join forces with a private investigator to try to get her back. This part of the story really highlights the impact social media has on the world today and just how far an influencer's reach can extend. The book also has a fantasy element, with magic and the idea of time travel thrown into the mix.
With so much going on, I think this book will appeal to lots of different readers and keep them interested throughout.
All in all, I really enjoyed reading this book. I loved the different elements woven into the story, and it also gave me plenty to think about, which is always a good thing!
October 26, 2026
A sci-fi thriller with some fantasy elements, this book was brilliant. It's set in a future Bristol, in a world which is falling apart due to climate change. Laia is trying to make a new life for herself in Bristol as an immigrant, but her child is kidnapped from her. She hears rumours calling her child Zia 'the child of the future'. Laia has to save her baby and change the future of the world.
I loved the worldbuilding in this book - the future settings felt realistic, and the witches were a nice creepy touch. I liked the theme of creating a better future for our planet -Laia's world with food shortages and flooding were heartbreaking to read about, while Zia's future gave hope.
The main characters Laia and Francis were really good to read about. I was hooked on to Laia's story right from the beginning, when she arrived in England on a boat. In addition, the supporting characters added a lot to the story. Especially I was intrigued by Starman.
The scenes of searching for Zia were thrilling, and I was hoping for her to be found throughout. Overall, I really enjoyed reading this book.
I loved the worldbuilding in this book - the future settings felt realistic, and the witches were a nice creepy touch. I liked the theme of creating a better future for our planet -Laia's world with food shortages and flooding were heartbreaking to read about, while Zia's future gave hope.
The main characters Laia and Francis were really good to read about. I was hooked on to Laia's story right from the beginning, when she arrived in England on a boat. In addition, the supporting characters added a lot to the story. Especially I was intrigued by Starman.
The scenes of searching for Zia were thrilling, and I was hoping for her to be found throughout. Overall, I really enjoyed reading this book.
October 22, 2026
Thank you to the author for my gifted physical copy for my honest review.
Rating ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 💫
I'm not really sure how I felt about this book. It's set in the near future Bristol and the big issues are immigration, politics and climate change. Sound familiar? It does, doesn't it, as these are very real issues now. We are getting a very plausible dystopian viewpoint of the world which made this a more cautionary tale. Heavier rainfall, frequent flooding, hotter temperatures and food running out. It does not paint a pretty picture!
There is also a sci-fi element to this book which I liked. I won't say more as no spoilers here.
I was confused by the writing a little bit as the author changed pov from one chapter to the next without any kind of signposting. So one minute we're reading from Lana's (the main FMC) pov and then the next chapter it's from Francis' (private detective) pov and so that took a while to get used to.
The overall message I got from this book was -
For the children of the future, we, as adults, need to act now!
Rating ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 💫
I'm not really sure how I felt about this book. It's set in the near future Bristol and the big issues are immigration, politics and climate change. Sound familiar? It does, doesn't it, as these are very real issues now. We are getting a very plausible dystopian viewpoint of the world which made this a more cautionary tale. Heavier rainfall, frequent flooding, hotter temperatures and food running out. It does not paint a pretty picture!
There is also a sci-fi element to this book which I liked. I won't say more as no spoilers here.
I was confused by the writing a little bit as the author changed pov from one chapter to the next without any kind of signposting. So one minute we're reading from Lana's (the main FMC) pov and then the next chapter it's from Francis' (private detective) pov and so that took a while to get used to.
The overall message I got from this book was -
For the children of the future, we, as adults, need to act now!
October 21, 2026
This is one of those books that although you know it’s fiction, it sends absolute chills through you because it could be true. And parts of it definitely are. By that I mean we are at a critical point for our planet and our people with regard to climate change and that is highlighted in neon flashing lights here.
Stories like this are crucial because it’s another way of getting the message across. It’s so well written and emotive. Laia’s struggles are gripping and heartbreaking in equal measure.
As well as climate change this book also shines a light on social media and manipulation of the masses and in many ways that feels even more frightening than the ecological parts. We live in troubled times and Future Song for me has captured the terrifying essence of this perfectly.
A stellar read. Highly recommended
Stories like this are crucial because it’s another way of getting the message across. It’s so well written and emotive. Laia’s struggles are gripping and heartbreaking in equal measure.
As well as climate change this book also shines a light on social media and manipulation of the masses and in many ways that feels even more frightening than the ecological parts. We live in troubled times and Future Song for me has captured the terrifying essence of this perfectly.
A stellar read. Highly recommended
October 18, 2026
What an interesting book! It’s a speculative fiction climate change novel with a kidnapping, major food shortages, and an unlikely friendship between a young mother/refugee in her 20s and a private investigator in his 60s. While neither of them are very trusting, and with their separate backgrounds, that’s understandable, they start trusting each other and find that their goals are not necessarily at odds with each other. I love their snarky banter and their working relationship. I also love that Laia/Lana is a strong female main character when she could have been written as a weaker one. Furthermore, I’ve read plenty of speculative fiction novels in my time, and this is a great one!
Future Song: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Future Song: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
October 15, 2026
Set in a near future England, where climate change has ravaged the world, we follow Laia, who moves to Bristol from her incredibly hot homeland in the hopes of finding something better. Arriving as a refugee, Laia has no digital I.D and has no access to the "basic", a universal income and added to all that, she must find her missing Daughter.
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So all in all, an enjoyable near future, dystopian-ish thriller.
The pace moves along nicely, it's speedy and holds your attention, and the characters are believable and feel real.
4 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 's from me.
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So all in all, an enjoyable near future, dystopian-ish thriller.
The pace moves along nicely, it's speedy and holds your attention, and the characters are believable and feel real.
4 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 's from me.
October 21, 2026
I was drawn to this book by its blurb and cover. Although the story is very emotional it is a very good one.
The FMC's story is so accurate and I believe may people would identify with the character and all she's been through.
Her journey, events, emotions, challenges, drive to fight for her and others rights, fight for justice, the power to keep going and so much more, makes the story eye catching, emotional and visceral.
Beside the tension and suspense, the story has humor and that made the reading more interesting.
I really enjoyed this book and if you like to read stories that are somewhat close to reality, this book is definitely a good one.
The FMC's story is so accurate and I believe may people would identify with the character and all she's been through.
Her journey, events, emotions, challenges, drive to fight for her and others rights, fight for justice, the power to keep going and so much more, makes the story eye catching, emotional and visceral.
Beside the tension and suspense, the story has humor and that made the reading more interesting.
I really enjoyed this book and if you like to read stories that are somewhat close to reality, this book is definitely a good one.
September 29, 2026
It's a sci-fi thriller set in a near future which is suffering from the effects of climate change but has also adapted in order to reduce emissions. It follows an illegal immigrant seeking a better life and a chance to make a difference. Politically it is interesting because it offers a positive vision of adaptation and immigration but mixes in the ever present negatives of racism and rabble rousing. It's a very Bristol book with it's street subcultures and it's familiar landmarks. There's a supernatural element that makes it unpredictable.
October 16, 2026
Set in the near future the world is struggling with famine, conflict and unbearable heat due to climate change. Refugee Laia arrives in Bristol and we follow her struggles, she gets pregnant in England and has a daughter Zia. When Zia is kidnapped. Laia then fights to get her back.
I enjoyed the Bristol setting of the book as I live about an hour away from it and it was interesting to read of what had become of some of the places I was familiar with. The effects of climate change in the book really made you think about a possible future and it was very impactful. I thought the way the author created the future world was very descriptive and vivid.
The book had some intriguing characters other than Laia, Sharlott who was a folk figure and had many followers, Starman, a streamer/ influencer, Frank who helps Laia search for her daughter whilst looking for his own daughter and the mysterious 'witches'.
Laia was a determined and strong character and her anguish over her daughter being kidnapped was brought to life on the page.
The book flowed really well, had just the right level of drama and I enjoyed the short manageable chapters which made it easy to read.
I enjoyed the Bristol setting of the book as I live about an hour away from it and it was interesting to read of what had become of some of the places I was familiar with. The effects of climate change in the book really made you think about a possible future and it was very impactful. I thought the way the author created the future world was very descriptive and vivid.
The book had some intriguing characters other than Laia, Sharlott who was a folk figure and had many followers, Starman, a streamer/ influencer, Frank who helps Laia search for her daughter whilst looking for his own daughter and the mysterious 'witches'.
Laia was a determined and strong character and her anguish over her daughter being kidnapped was brought to life on the page.
The book flowed really well, had just the right level of drama and I enjoyed the short manageable chapters which made it easy to read.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 8, 2026
I have enjoyed reading Future Song by Tim Kindberg.
I was gripped by the blurb when lovebooktours advertised that they were running a book tour for this book. As it is set in Bristol I was interested to see what it was about.
I found that the storyline flowed really well and kept me hooked throughout as I had to know what was going to happen.
It also made me think of what the future could be like when the effects of climate change changes how we live today.
Thank you Lovebooktours for introducing a new to me author.
I was gripped by the blurb when lovebooktours advertised that they were running a book tour for this book. As it is set in Bristol I was interested to see what it was about.
I found that the storyline flowed really well and kept me hooked throughout as I had to know what was going to happen.
It also made me think of what the future could be like when the effects of climate change changes how we live today.
Thank you Lovebooktours for introducing a new to me author.
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