No Way Home: Short Stories of Suspense, Technology, and Human Fragility

L. A. Davenport

Dec 2018 · L.A. Davenport

About this ebook

An immersive collection that illuminates life’s most intense moments. This is an evocative collection, alive with portraits of people caught in the strands of life’s bewildering web. Bookife

No Way Home is a captivating collection of novellas and short stories by L.A. Davenport, offering readers a compelling journey through unsettling, dystopian realities, dark psychological explorations, and deeply human experiences. With each tale, Davenport masterfully blends suspense, emotion, and intrigue, creating thought-provoking narratives that linger long after the final page.

From the digital obsession and disconnection in "Screen Grab," to the haunting isolation of "The White Room," and the psychological tension of "Deathcast," each story delves into the complexities of modern life and the lengths to which individuals will go to find escape, meaning, or redemption. Themes of technology, identity, and societal decay weave through the collection, inviting readers to question the fragility of the human condition in an increasingly detached world.

Rich in atmosphere, No Way Home explores both the darkness and resilience within people as they navigate their own inner and outer landscapes. Perfect for fans of dystopian fiction, psychological thrillers, and introspective narratives, this collection offers a unique and absorbing reading experience.

L.A. Davenport's sharp prose and unforgettable characters will appeal to readers who crave stories that challenge conventions, evoke deep emotions, and push the boundaries of reality.

Ratings and reviews

This is such a great group of thrilling stories! I usually have 1 or 2 that I do not like but I love every single story in this book. These are all wonderful short stories that are perfect for a waiting room or lunch break read. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

About the author

L. A. Davenport was born in Cork, Ireland, in 1973. He graduated from Emmanuel College, Cambridge, in Medical Sciences and Archeology and Anthropology in 1996. After graduation, he worked as an editor on financial journals before moving into medical publishing, where he worked as a book, then website, editor and project manager. In 2001, he moved into journalism, and soon became a freelance medical reporter and writer, working with various news wires and publishers and covering conferences across Europe and the USA. L. A. Davenport has written several novels, numerous short stories and novellas, and countless articles and essays. He divides his time between Lincolnshire and the Côte d’Azur. Among other things, he likes long walks, typewriters and big cups of tea.