Almost the Perfect World (Hardcover, Ukrainian Edition)

What if a society without conflict, inequality, or suffering hides the greatest danger to our humanity? In Almost the Perfect World, Laurent Gounelle crafts a moving philosophical novel set in a world that appears flawless — until cracks begin to show. David Lisner is a young, analytical programmer living among the “upright” in a meticulously managed society. Nearby lies an island of dissenters who reject the technocratic model. When David is sent on a mission to contact Eva — the heiress of a renowned sociologist — he confronts systems, expectations, and his own inner rebellion.

Eva resists control, insisting on her freedom and the right to make choices, even if imperfect. As David’s loyalty to the system clashes with his growing empathy, he must decide: conform or fight for authenticity. With 400 pages of rich narrative, this Ukrainian hardcover edition is an invitation to question what perfection really means — and whether true freedom lies in imperfection.