The Ravenna Trilogy Part 1: The Mesmerists by Robert Tillich. Northside House.
Step into a world ravaged by climate catastrophe in this epic hybrid trilogy that marks a quantum leap forward for 21st-century literature, immersing readers in a complex and darkly glorious tale that challenges the boundaries of reality.
In a divided United Kingdom, the inhabitants grapple with their collective past and strive to comprehend the aftermath of environmental disaster. Against this backdrop, a small group of intrepid travellers from Cambridge embarks on a treacherous voyage. Their destination: the ruins of London and the enigmatic Kingdom of Chenintune, nestled south of the Thames. Carrying a poem penned three hundred years ago, their quest is nothing short of discovering the ultimate truth about themselves and the fate of civilisation.
As their journey unfolds, they encounter a fractured society governed by the impatient tyrant Raihan. Within this intriguing realm, beautiful women like the poetess MarĂ captivate their hearts. Yet, they soon find themselves entangled in a web of medieval politics and uncertainty. The Treasurer Griert and the landowner Norlan Poe vie for power, leaving the people perpetually unsure of who truly holds the reins. What cataclysmic event upended their world? If the truth is unveiled, will survival be possible, let alone the ability to recount their harrowing experiences?
“The Ravenna Trilogy Part 1: The Mesmerists” transports readers to a realm where the boundaries of reality are blurred. It expertly weaves together elements of mystery, fantasy, and suspense, restoring storytelling to its rightful place of significance. Brace yourself for a narrative where the curtains of reality may unexpectedly tear, allowing a world that rightly contests the universe to pour in.