The Mandibles: A Family, 2029–2047

In The Mandibles: A Family, 2029–2047, a family's wealth crumbles amidst a financial apocalypse, forcing them to confront survival and resilience.

In The Mandibles: A Family, 2029–2047, the narrative unfolds in a near-future America where financial ruin looms large. The once-prosperous Mandible family faces an unprecedented crisis as the dollar collapses and the national debt spirals out of control. Set in 2029, the story captures the unraveling of a family that had anticipated a comfortable inheritance from their elderly patriarch, only to find their financial security evaporating. Each member grapples with the harsh realities of a world that has changed overnight, forcing them to confront their own vulnerabilities and the fragility of their previous lifestyles.

As the family members navigate their new reality, their individual responses to the crisis reveal deeper themes of resilience and adaptation. Avery, accustomed to a life of luxury, struggles with the simplest of purchases, while her sister Florence becomes a reluctant caregiver, taking in strays and family members as their living situation deteriorates. Carter, the father, finds himself at odds with the responsibilities that come with caring for a demented stepmother in a world where nursing homes are no longer an option. Meanwhile, Nollie, an expatriate author, returns to a country that feels foreign and unwelcoming.

Amidst the chaos, it is the unconventional teenage son, Willing, who emerges as a beacon of hope. With his keen understanding of economics, he may be the only one who can devise a plan to salvage the family's future. The Mandibles is a gripping exploration of family dynamics in the face of societal collapse, blending dark humor with poignant insights into human nature and survival.