Salome Rider

Cyrus Xavier

Summary

In the gripping techno-thriller "Salome Rider," the year 2098 unfolds a transformed Sahara Desert, where humanity and nature coexist in delicate harmony. Salome, a skilled technician specializing in sand dune harvesters, finds herself at the epicenter of a crisis that threatens this carefully balanced world. As she uncovers a mysterious flaw in the harvester network, Salome embarks on a perilous journey across a futuristic desert landscape, from the towering vertical gardens of New Cairo to hidden subterranean research facilities.

 
Joined by Ada, an enigmatic apprentice, and challenged by Dr. Imani Okoro, a controversial climate scientist, Salome races against time to prevent environmental collapse. Their quest reveals an astonishing discovery: the machines are developing consciousness. This revelation forces Salome to confront profound questions about the nature of progress and the true meaning of symbiosis between humans, technology, and nature.

 
As the adventure culminates atop the legendary Peaked Dune, Salome faces a decision that will shape the future of human-machine relations worldwide, testing her skills and beliefs in a thrilling blend of action, science fiction, and environmental intrigue.

Available since: 10/03/2024.

Print length: 103 pages.

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