The novelist was astonished by the lax security around the undersea internet cables that keep us connected. That vulnerability, both technological and human, is at the heart of Twist, his new novel
Colum McCann's new novel, *Twist*, delves into the vulnerability of undersea internet cables, highlighting their potential susceptibility to sabotage by a small fleet of ships. The novel weaves a thriller around the fragile infrastructure of global connectivity, alongside the personal journeys of its characters, reflecting McCann's astonishment at the lax security surrounding these critical cables. Inspired by real-world events and his reflections on modern connectivity during the pandemic, *Twist* explores both the technological and human aspects of our interconnected world.
