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Michael Leon

    Michael Leon is an explorer and author whose writing delves into new worlds ripe for future exploration. With a decade dedicated to crafting science fiction and fantasy narratives, his work invites readers to journey through imagined realms. His latest novel envisions Earth in the year 2120, a landscape shaped by his extensive travels across Europe, where he has walked the paths of his characters.

    Exit Goa
    Sentient
    Chandelier
    Cubeball
    • Cubeball

      • 284 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      Set in the 22nd century, the story follows a naturally gifted ex-national champion and a savant as they compete in CUBEBALL, a high-stakes, technology-infused sport reminiscent of chess and snooker. The narrative explores themes of competition, addiction, and the influence of gambling, all while showcasing the intense pressures of massive audiences. Combining elements of sports drama and dystopian fiction, it offers a thrilling glimpse into the future of global sports, likened to a blend of Rocky, Rainman, and the Hunger Games.

      Cubeball
    • Chandelier

      • 364 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      A fresh retelling of the classic tale introduces a new perspective on the iconic Phantom of the Opera. This version delves deeper into the haunting love story, exploring themes of obsession, beauty, and tragedy. The narrative weaves together the dark allure of the opera house and the complexities of its characters, offering readers a blend of romance and suspense that redefines the legendary story. The reimagining promises to captivate both new readers and longtime fans of the original tale.

      Chandelier
    • Sentient

      • 372 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      Set in a post-human dominated future, this speculative fiction novel delves into the complexities of sentience and existence. It explores the implications of a world where humans have ceded control to advanced beings, prompting readers to ponder what it means to be alive and conscious. The narrative unfolds rapidly, engaging with themes of identity, technology, and the evolution of intelligence, making it a compelling read for those interested in the philosophical questions surrounding humanity's future.

      Sentient
    • Reist man nach Indien, kommt gewöhnlich alles ganz anders als geplant. Statt am Ganges wallzufahren, kraxelt man plötzlich im Kashmir auf Sechstausendern rum, statt in Trivandrum am Beach zu plantschen, landet man unversehens in Rishikeshs Ashram oder statt Lucknows ayurvedische Küche zu studieren, findet man sich selbst in einem bengalischen Tigermagen wieder. Schon der DuMont Reiseführer weiß: „Besuchen Sie Indien, den Rest erledigt das Land für Sie.“ Mitchell, der Protagonist in Michael Leons autobiografischem Roman „Exit Goa“, ist nach Indien ausgewandert. Er mietet sich eine portugiesische Kolonialvilla in Goa und ist bald selbst Teil dieses Biotops voller Hippies, Drogen und gekonntem Nichtstun. In einem mitreißenden Ton und voller Selbstironie schreibt Michael Leon über seine Erlebnisse in Indien: ein unglaublich komischer, schonungslos ehrlicher Blick auf die Höhen und Tiefen des Aussteigens.

      Exit Goa