This time we meet the main characters of the story, detective Aleks and archaeologist Iris, under different circumstances than in the novel. Transformation of light (2024). Marked by trauma and the pain of loss, they search for the source of happiness and wonder what happiness even is.
A story of happiness is a suspenseful novel that combines the power of dystopian narrative, spiritual symbolism, and psychological depth. In a world where power manipulates the wisdom of ancient civilizations, individuals increasingly give up their freedom in exchange for the illusion of security and easy answers. But when this system fails to deliver on its promises, the moment of reckoning comes. The novel foregrounds questions about the nature of happiness, the power of manipulation, and the inner transformation of the individual.
The story echoes symbols of a pre-Mayan civilization, whose original spiritual depth has been distorted in the service of ideology. The main characters face internal and external conflicts that require courage, sincerity, and a decision to follow the path of freedom - even if it is uncertain and painful.
The novel is intended for anyone who is drawn to dystopias with a spiritual dimension, complex characters, moral questions, and deeper messages. It will especially appeal to readers who appreciate the literature of authors such as Margaret Atwood, Michel Houellebecq, and Vladimir Bartol, and who are looking for more than just a story - they are looking for reflection on the world we live in.
