The Tesseract

Interesting Facts

• The book is set in Manila, the capital of the Philippines, and encompasses several storylines that intertwine with each other.
• The title "The Tesseract" refers to a four-dimensional geometric object, symbolizing the complexity and multilayered nature of human lives and destinies depicted in the novel.
• The novel explores themes of violence, fate, and chance, showing how people's decisions and actions affect their lives and those around them.
• The book was adapted into a film in 2003, directed by Oxide Pang Chun, with Jonathan Rhys Meyers and Saskia Reeves in the lead roles.
• The novel features a multitude of characters from diverse social and cultural backgrounds, offering a deeper understanding of the diversity and complexity of life in Manila.