Chyna Meville's The City in the City

"The City & the City," by China Miéville, is a weird fiction novel set in the cities of Besźel and Ul Qoma, which coexist in the same physical space but are perceived as separate by their citizens.

The story follows Inspector Tyador Borlú of the Besźel police as he investigates the murder of an apparent foreign national.

Miéville's writing explores themes of perception, politics, and the power of the human mind.

The novel challenges readers to consider how we construct our realities and the consequences of choosing to ignore what lies beyond our immediate understanding.

With its unique blend of detective fiction and speculative world-building, "The City & the City" is a thought-provoking exploration of urban life and the boundaries we create.