First published 1968
Charles Render is a "dream master" - a psychiatrist who can psychically enter patients' subconscious minds and manipulate their dreams. When a patient's psyche spirals out of control, Render must navigate the nightmarish, surreal landscapes of the dream world to restore their sanity. But playing god in the inner cosmos comes with grave risks, as Render soon discovers his own mind is not immune to the chaos and horrors he unleashes. In this dizzying journey through the unbounded realms of the psyche, Render must confront his own demons to save both his patients and himself.
Genres: science-fiction, fantasy, psychological-thriller, 21st-century
Vibes: dark, emotional, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: mental-health, playing-god, surreal-landscapes
Period: 21. Century
179 pages · Hardcover · Science Fiction Book Club
Content warnings: mental-illness