Description
The Ingenious History of the Harmsworths' RNA Messenger
Book Summary
A retro-futuristic psychological thriller that plunges the reader into the unbearable insustainability of being through the peculiar Harmsworth family. Trapped by arcane existential avatars, its members embark on a mind-bending journey into the past to unravel a paradigm shift that has shattered the foundations of a system once thought infallible. A work that combines psychological suspense with scientific speculation, offering a reflection on identity and memory.
What is it about?
The novel focuses on the existential crisis of the Harmsworth family, whose members are drawn in by mysterious forces that defy their understanding of reality. The plot unfolds as a psychological thriller where time travel is not a mere device, but a necessity to understand a fundamental error in the established order. Through a narrative that mixes elements of the past and the future, the reader accompanies the protagonists on a quest that tests their sanity and their perception of self, as they attempt to restore a balance that seems to have vanished forever.
Main Themes
- Identity and the fragility of the self in the face of paradigm shifts.
- Time travel as a tool to correct existential errors.
- The conflict between seemingly infallible systems and mutable reality.
- Family memory and the secrets that shape the present.
Who is it recommended for?
For readers interested in psychological thrillers with a philosophical and speculative focus. Especially attractive to those who enjoy narratives that explore the human condition through complex plots, with a touch of retro science fiction and a polished literary style. Also for fans of time travel stories that transcend adventure to enter the realm of introspection.
What this book offers
- A suspenseful plot that combines the psychological thriller with retro-futuristic elements.
- A profound reflection on identity and the insustainability of human certainties.
- A narrative that challenges temporal linearity to explore memory and change.
- An immersive reading experience that invites you to question your perception of reality.
Technical Sheet
- Author: Castro Sañudo, Roberto
- Publisher: PUNTO ROJO EDITORIAL
- Language: Spanish
- Topic: FICTION AND RELATED TOPICS, MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY FICTION
- Collection: PUNTO ROJO
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: March 2023
- Number of pages: 224
- Weight: 290 g
Editorial Assessment
An original proposal that moves away from the conventions of the genre, betting on a fusion of the psychological thriller and retro-futuristic speculation. The work stands out for its ability to maintain narrative tension while posing deep questions about identity and memory. It is a recommended read for those looking for a story that stimulates both emotion and reflection, with a style that invites the reader to decipher it.

