Dianne Greenwood

Shelter Dianne Greenwood

It has been said that "history is written by the victors", but what about herstory? In this clever and often surprising tale, Max Windsor takes on an exciting new assignment in the Spring of 2075. She is to be responsible for the rebuilding of The Square on the outskirts of Whittlesea, in the North East of England. To be given the lead on such a prestigious project is a great accolade for one so young and Max approaches the task with great enthusiasm and energy, plus a liberal dose of naivety. The chance discovery of strange artefacts in a nuclear shelter pre-dating the Middle Eastern World War, however, offers Max dangerous insights into a world beyond her imaginings and, as she discovers more about life at the beginning of the millennium, this talented graduate of Germaine Greer University becomes increasingly uncertain about the very fabric of the society she knows. Drawn to her co-worker and growing ever more distant from her partner, Max's findings change her life forever. Forced to leave behind everything she finds safe and predictable, she seeks shelter. But is Shelter really the place of safety she craves? Populated by figures which are familiar and yet very different from the ones you know, places you 'sort of' recognise, and everyday things which are not quite as you thought they were, "Shelter" will delight and entertain you. It is a weird and wonderful world and, yet, it is just possible........