First published 2013
As a ship's crew battles the relentless fury of a raging storm, their perilous journey takes an unexpected turn. Stranded on a remote tropical island, they must confront their own inner demons and the harsh realities of their situation. Facing dwindling resources, shifting alliances, and the constant threat of the unknown, these castaways are forced to make desperate choices that test the boundaries of their humanity. In this captivating tale, William Golding weaves a powerful exploration of the fragility of civilization and the primal instincts that lurk within us all.
Genres: fiction, literary-fiction, 20th-century, adventure
Vibes: atmospheric, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, man-vs-nature
Setting: Australia
313 pages · Paperback · Farrar, Straus and Giroux