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The Lathe of Heaven by Ursula K. Le Guin follows George Orr, an ordinary man in 2002 Portland, Oregon, whose dreams can alter reality. Forced into psychiatric care for substance use disorder, George comes under the control of Dr. William Haber, who manipulates his dreams to reshape the world, leading to unintended and often disastrous consequences. George allies with attorney Heather LeLache to regain control over his dreams and life.