The Future by Naomi Alderman

Martha Einkorn, a renowned author, finds herself working for a social media mogul who controls everything. She’s now surrounded by mega-rich companies designing private weather, predictive analytics, and covert weaponry. The apocalyptic warnings in her father’s sermon are starting to come true, threatening the future. Meanwhile, Lai Zhen, an internet-famous survivalist, flees from an assassin in Singapore. A remarkable piece of software appears on her phone, instructing her on how to escape. Martha’s relentless drive and Zhen’s curiosity could lead to the destruction of civilization, while the billionaires’ safety is assured. The story highlights the dangers of a world in danger and the potential consequences of a daring heist.