The Cautious Traveller's Guide to the Wastelands: The Instant Sunday Times Bestseller

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The Great Trans-Siberian Express comes to life in a wild, imaginative novel perfect for fans of Piranesi, Babel, The Night Circus, and Jessie Burton. Set in the turn-of-the-last-century, this steampunk fantasy unfolds aboard the Great Trans-Siberian Express, a train that traverses the mysterious Wastelands—a realm of terrible miracles between Beijing and Moscow. As passengers embark on their journey, they include a grieving woman with a borrowed name, a famous child born on the train, and a disgraced naturalist, all en route to the Great Exhibition in Moscow. However, the old rules are changing, and whispers of danger aboard the train begin to circulate. Each passenger must confront a hidden price beyond their ticket, as secrets unravel and the journey becomes increasingly perilous. Together, they must navigate the challenges of the Wastelands, facing an uncontrollable force that threatens their survival. This captivating tale promises to immerse readers in a world of wonder and intrigue, where every moment is fraught with mystery and adventure.