Femi Fadugba's The Upper World
The Upper World by Femi Fadugba is a mind-bending debut that fuses quantum physics with gritty London street life in a powerful YA sci-fi thriller. When 16-year-old Esso survives a near-death experience, he begins seeing glimpses of a mysterious dimension the “Upper World” where time bends and choices echo across realities.
Years later, teenager Rhia is fighting to survive in a tougher world, unaware that her path is linked to Esso’s and to a decision that could change everything.
Brilliant, gripping, and conceptually bold, this novel brings science and destiny into collision.
Bundle of Books
This is a bold mix of physics, fate, and city life that is perfect for fans of The Midnight Library, A Wrinkle in Time, and They Both Die at the End.
Why You Should Read The Upper World
Quantum Time Travel: Real science and emotive stories come together.
Dual Timeline: Follows Esso and Rhia in parallel narratives across time.
Smart & Streetwise is a unique young adult book that is both smart and real.
Netflix is making a movie version with Daniel Kaluuya in the lead role.
"The future is a choice we make, not a place we end up."
Translation (Sinhala):
"අනාගතය යනු අපි තෝරන තැනක් අපි අහංකාරව වැටෙන තැනක් නොවේ."
"எதிர்காலம் என்பது நாம் செய்யும் ஒரு தேர்வு நாம் சிக்கிக்கொள்ளும் இடம் அல்ல."
Availability at Booxworm.lk
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About the Book
Title: The Upper World
Author: Femi Fadugba
ISBN: 9780241505619
Publisher: Penguin UK
Published Year: 2021
Number of Pages: ~384 Pages (Paperback)
Genre: Young Adult / Science Fiction / Time Travel
