A gripping introduction to the world of Peter F. Hamilton-s Commonwealth Saga, Misspent Youth is set in the near-future, over three hundred years before Pandora-s Star and Judas Unchained. For fans of Iain M. Banks and Stephen Baxter.
Jeff Baker is granted the gift of eternal youth. However, it-s not all it seems . . .
It is 2040 and, after decades of research, we can finally rejuvenate a human being. At seventy-eight years old, Jeff Baker - renowned inventor and philanthropist - has given the world much of his creative genius. He-s therefore selected as first choice for this gift.
At first, rejuvenation feels like a miracle. Until the glow begins to fade. Personal relationships start to break down and the world waits for more brilliant new work. Living the dream will come at a cost, but can Jeff pay the price?
-The owner of the most powerful imagination in science fiction- - Ken Follett, author of The Pillars of t
