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Short Stories of the Modern Age: A Collection of Contemporary Fiction, Techno-Thrillers, and Moral Dramas
Paperback
Fiction AnthologiesGeneral Fiction
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Apr 26 2026
Pages: 256
Weight: 0.76
Height: 0.54 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
This collection is a high-stakes journey through the ethical minefields of the 21st century. Moving from the vibrant student life of Parklands to the cold, high-tech surveillance of the IROC towers in Geneva, these twenty stories explore the what ifs that keep us awake at night:
The Power of a Second: What happens when a split-second decision to ignore a call or take a shortcut leads to a point of no return?
The Corporate Shadow: Follow young professionals as they navigate the cutthroat world of elite internships and whistleblowing, where the cost of the truth is often higher than anyone can pay.
The Invisible Thread: See how technology connects us all-through borrowed phones, suspicious friend requests, and encrypted data-only to reveal how truly isolated we can become.
Relatable Modern Dilemmas: Every story holds up a mirror to our daily lives, exploring the tension between our traditional values and the relentless pace of technology.
Fast-Paced & Gripping: Designed for the modern reader, these stories deliver the punch of a full-length thriller in a sharp, concentrated format.
Unforgettable Perspectives: Experience a unique blend of urban suspense and techno-realism that feels like a literary version of Black Mirror.
Moral Exploration: Beyond the suspense, these tales challenge you to think: What would I do if I were the one holding the phone?
Step into a world of secrets, high-stakes consequences, and the raw human truth behind the screen. Your next obsession starts here.
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