The Price of Water - Softcover

Adams, Ross

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798230579823

Publisher: Ross Adams, 2024

Synopsis

In the dystopian landscape of 2051, a world already in a catastrophic water crisis is under the tight grip of the Water Cabal, a powerful conglomerate of private water companies. Amidst this dire situation, a visionary Ghanaian scientist, armed with revolutionary water purification technology, unwittingly becomes the target of the Cabal's sinister plans.

As the scientist presents his groundbreaking discovery at a water industry conference, he crosses paths with a stunningly beautiful Swedish scientist. Unbeknownst to him, she is a compromised patent examiner feeding confidential information to the Water Cabal. Realizing the impending danger, the Swedish scientist aids the Ghanaian's escape, setting off a chain of events that unveils a global conspiracy.
Simultaneously, a prominent American water industry executive, connected to the Swedish scientist and the Ghanaian, seeks help for them from the recently established World Police Force. This international institution, born from the ashes of an Arab-Israeli nuclear war, is already investigating the Water Cabal due to the mysterious disappearances of certain scientists.

The Water Cabal, sensing the threat to their dominance, deploys a ruthless former Russian general and his skilled Indian assassin to eliminate the Ghanaian scientist.

Disguised and fleeing through the Sahara Desert, the two scientists are unaware of the relentless Indian mercenary closing in. However, as the pursuit unfolds across Cairo and Shanghai, the Indian assassin is unexpectedly moved by the tragic history of the Swedish scientist, prompting a change of heart.
The story climaxes in Atyrau, Kazakhstan, where the World Police Force commander, an old comrade of the Big Indian, becomes a key ally. Simultaneously, the Swedish scientist is captured by the Russian general, setting the stage for a high-stakes exchange. Rather than complying, the Indian leads an assault by the World Police Force, resulting in the demise of the Russian general and the unraveling of the Water Cabal's sinister reign.

In the aftermath of this gripping tale, the world is left to rebuild, free from the shadow of the Water Cabal, with as much fresh water as it needs.

About this title

About the Author

Ross Adams is a writer who has been telling stories his whole life. He's been captivated by the power of narrative since he was a kid and started his journey to becoming a published author in 2019. He combines his love of history and futurism into his novels. With his own unique writing style, Ross approaches each project as an opportunity to push the boundaries, experiment with genres and craft stories that will resonate with readers. His work often explores the intersection of the present and the future, to make you feel and think. Inspired by personal experiences and a desire for knowledge, Ross seeks to write stories that will entertain and stay with you. Whether through possible futures or rich historical settings, his stories will transport you to new worlds.

Edition details

• Publisher: Ross Adams
• Publication date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798230579823
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 350