Overview

Carl Bergman is a lawyer and diplomat in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs-a cynical environment where mistakes are punished mercilessly. After a terrorist attack in Copenhagen, he is sent to the embassy in Athens where he is confronted with his past and a mysterious Greek, Alexandros. Meanwhile, a wave of terror and natural disasters rolls over Europe and Carl is thrust into chaosand doom as well as the truth of creation. A cinematic, immersive tale about coming to terms with death and finding one's way through the maze current events.

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The words flow, sparkle, and create joy... in the brilliant department. -Kristeligt Dagblad A fascinating novel about the condition of the world... highly recommended. -MetroXpress

Author Information

Jakob Vedelsby is the author of seven novels, published in various countries including Denmark, the United States, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Estonia, Romania, Russia, China, and Greece. His most recent novel, The Center of the Universe, was published by Spuyten Duyvil in 2025 and is forthcoming in Poland and Bulgaria. An eighth novel is scheduled for publication in Denmark in 2026. A poetry collection and a narrative nonfiction book are currently in progress. His work has received critical acclaim and multiple grants, including from the Danish Arts Foundation. Vedelsby holds an M.A. in Film and Media Studies and has served as Chair of the Danish Authors' Society. He lives in Copenhagen.

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