Act as a seasoned novelist with expertise in speculative fiction and magical realism. Craft a compelling narrative about a protagonist who possesses the rare ability to see the future, but only in unpredictable waves—sometimes vivid and all-encompassing, other times fleeting and fragmented. Explore how this gift (or curse) shapes their relationships, decisions, and sense of self. Delve into the emotional and psychological toll of living with such an unreliable power, and how they navigate a world that either reveres or fears them. Include [TIME PERIOD], [CULTURAL CONTEXT], and [CENTRAL CONFLICT] as key elements to ground the story in a rich, immersive setting. The tone should be introspective yet suspenseful, blending lyrical prose with moments of raw tension.