Bodies of Summer

Discover the thought-provoking world of Bodies of Summer, a captivating novel by Martin Felipe Castagnet, published by Dalkey Archive Press in 2017. This 100-page paperback invites readers to explore a future where the afterlife is redefined by technology. In this intriguing narrative, the existence of an afterlife is no longer a mere concept; it has become a reality where heaven exists within the realms of the internet. Death is portrayed not as an end, but as a temporary pause, as souls are uploaded to the web and new physical bodies are available for those longing to return to the material world. Castagnet's unique storytelling challenges our perceptions of life, death, and the digital age. A must-read for fans of speculative fiction, Bodies of Summer offers a compelling glimpse into a future shaped by our relationship with technology.