Local author publishes debut novel

One of the publishers of Hertford-based Axis magazine has just released his debut novel, which is set partly in Hertfordshire.

Titled "Outside" and authored by Aaron Gransby, the novel has been published in hardback by Gerard Books and is also available in paperback and as an ebook on Amazon.

The book is set in a near future society where the economic powerhouse of The City, administered by an unelected government called The Board, dominates the nation.

When journalist Rory Kennet begins to investigate the disappearance of a blameless civil servant on behalf of a friend he finds himself Removed from The City.

He has to adjust to a new life on the Outside, away from the riches of the 24/7 metropolis, where he vows to uncover the truth behind The Board's Removals policy.

It is an investigation which in turn sheds a new light on his whole existence. 

Aaron said: "I'm hoping that Outside will make people think a bit about where our society is heading, particularly after the last few difficult years. But anyone buying the book will find it's a highly readable thriller which can be enjoyed on that level too."

A limited edition hardback of Outside can be bought direct from Aaron via his website or at The Book Nook at 65 High Street in Ware.