The Future
The FutureNaomi Alderman
Characters in The Future
5 characters, main characters first.Main characters
Lai Zhen
A survivalist expert in Singapore who is pulled into the mystery of the vanished tech CEOs.
Martha Einkorn
An assistant to a tech CEO who leads a double life on a survivalist forum.
Antagonists
Lenk Sketlish
CEO of the tech company Fantail, who trusts his wealth to protect him from collapse.
Supporting characters
Zimri Nommik
CEO of the tech company Anvil, a mogul whose power and isolation mirror Lenk's.
Ellen Bywater
CEO of the tech company Medlar, who believes wealth and technology can shield her from the world.