Losing London: The Rising River

In a future London transformed by the relentless rise of the Thames, a city once defined by its landmarks and history finds itself adrift—both literally and figuratively. Losing London: The Rising River is a haunting and hopeful exploration of adaptation, resilience, and human ingenuity in the face of environmental collapse.

The year is 2099. The Thames, once the lifeblood of the city, has become an unstoppable force, flooding streets and landmarks, and forcing Londoners to reimagine their way of life. The great Thames Barrier has failed, and with it, the illusion of security. Yet from this watery chaos, a new London emerges—a floating metropolis where schools rise into the skies, markets drift along the canals, and skyscrapers become islands. Through vivid storytelling and deeply human portraits, we experience the pulse of a city both familiar and alien: a London where history is submerged but not forgotten, and where survival means reimagining every aspect of life.

The novel unfolds through the rhythm of a single day, from dawn’s promise to night’s serenity, exploring the people, cultures, and innovations that keep the heart of London beating. From floating theaters echoing with music to bustling markets alive with cultural fusion, the city pulses with creativity and survival. Yet, alongside this adaptation, the ghosts of old London linger—submerged landmarks and the collective memory of a city lost to the tides.

But Losing London is more than a portrait of a city—it is a call to action. Woven through its chapters is an urgent reminder of what happens when warnings are ignored and nature’s power is underestimated. It is a tribute to the human spirit’s capacity to rebuild, reinvent, and endure, but also a stark cautionary tale about the costs of complacency in the face of climate change.

Through heartbreak and hope, Losing London: The Rising River offers a sweeping vision of a world where the waters have risen, but so too has humanity’s resolve. It is a story not just of survival, but of transformation—of a city, of a people, and of the future we have the power to shape.