Arca Di Muzium

The young adult novel "Arca di Muzium" by Farihan Bahron is a compelling work that was shortlisted for the Singapore Literature Prize 2024. Set in Singapore in the year 2043, the story imagines a future where prisons no longer exist and criminal history is merely preserved as museum exhibits. The plot unfolds as Adam, a museum guide, discovers that one of his visitors has mysteriously transformed into a miniature statue inside a glass display case.

This Unggun Creative publication blends mystery and science fiction with the backdrop of actual criminal history in Singapore. Tension rises as the past secrets of each visitor are revealed one by one within the museum’s thrilling labyrinth. Its unique narrative challenges readers to think about justice, retribution, and how history haunts the future.

The book is ideal for young adult readers and fans of suspense novels who enjoy futuristic themes. It is a puzzling tale about the human struggle to escape the shackles of past mistakes.