2045

by David Canford

When tyranny is handsome and repression is with a smile, in an America where most are richer than ever, would you care about what has happened to those who have been sent away?In 2045, people who lost their jobs to robots are taken care of in resorts where life is an endless vacation. For those still in work, the American dream has never been better.Having suffered in the Time of Troubles, Justin Dempsey is a huge fan of the new system. Order over chaos.Following an unexpected turn of events, he begins to discover the hidden reality of this brave new world.With the help of his daughter, Mia, he plans how to expose the truth if he can remain undetected in a world of mass surveillance. Their adversary is the most powerful governmental machine in history with a plan of its own.Can Justin and Mia stay alive long enough to get the word out, and would anyone believe them if they did?A disturbing view of a future that could happen from the author of 'When the Water Runs Out'.

277 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 28, 2017

About the author

Writing historical fiction, David Canford is able to combine his love of history and travel in novels that take readers on a rollercoaster journey through time and place with characters who face struggle and hardship but where resilience, love and forgiveness can overcome hatred and oppression.

He has also written two novels about the future, and a travelogue.

David has three grown up daughters and lives on the south coast of England with his wife and their dog.

For news about new releases and more visit www.davidcanford.com or visit him on Facebook or Instagram.

Reviews

[P. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Worrying

This was an enthralling read. - most of all because the plot line could so very easily take the short step from fiction to reality. Apathy, doing nothing, is indeed the enemy.

[Starfighter · Rating 5 out of 5]

Enjoyed immensely. Very plausible plot in a post Trumpian world.

[Nikki LB · Rating 2 out of 5]

The concept is great but sadly this book didn’t come through for me. I’ve recently read another book by the same author and the plot was almost identical to this just with a different catalyst. In a nutshell the government is doing awful things under the guise of protecting its people whilst simultaneously keeping the truth from them. A small group of people find out the truth and have to escape the government in order to let society know the truth. There is very little by way of character development, lots of completely unbelievable escapes and very quick recruitment of people to the cause. Not really worth the time but a quick read.

[Steve Crooks · Rating 1 out of 5]

I don't know if this was directed at teen agers but it certainly seemed that way to me. Even childrens' books should constitute a good read; this seemed to miss the mark by a bit.

[Peter · Rating 2 out of 5]

Interesting take on a world dominated by technology and not so nice politicians ... seem written more for a young adult audience.

[Bill · Rating 3 out of 5]

Dystopian story where unemployed people and their families are sent off to government sponsored resorts. But are they really resorts?

[JO ANN Stange · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent

I enjoyed the book and I think young teens would especially enjoy reading his novels!
There easy to read by all