World Inverse, Utopian dystopia

Meer over het boek

Set in a dystopian future where traditional currency has collapsed, citizens now trade in work hours as their primary currency. After completing mandatory work, individuals can choose leisure activities or continue working to accumulate more hours, which can be converted into stocks. The protagonist aspires to climb the social ladder, envisioning a future where hard work leads to wealth and marriage into a powerful family. Amidst this societal structure, the story explores themes of ambition, societal contribution, and the challenges of happiness in a competitive environment.