Books matching: consciousness transfer technology
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Save:In 'Anyone' by Charles Soule, a new technology called 'the Flash' allows people to transfer their consciousness into another living person for a period of time, leading to societal transformations in areas such as employment, travel, and even war. The story follows a scientist, Gabrielle White, who discovers the technology accidentally and sets out to protect her discovery, while also exploring a future world where the technology has both positive and dark implications. The narrative alternates between Gabby's discovery and a future where the technology, known as 'flash,' has become widespread, leading to a cautionary vision of the future.
It was evening, almost six, but the sun was still high in the sky—thank Michigan’s position on the western edge of the time zone. Enough time for several hours of work before it got dark, and then may... - #2
Save:Altered Carbon by Richard K. Morgan is a futuristic noir thriller set in a world where human consciousness can be digitized and transferred to different bodies. The story follows Takeshi Kovacs, an ex UN envoy who is hired to investigate a suspicious suicide, leading him into a complex murder mystery. The book explores themes of power, immortality, and societal inequality in a gritty, cyberpunk setting. The writing style is described as fast-paced, engaging, and reminiscent of classic hardboiled detective novels, with a focus on action and intricate world-building.
In the Envoy Corps they teach you to let go before storage. Stick it in neutral and float. It’s the first lesson and the trainers drill it into you from day one. Hard-eyed Virginia Vidaura, dancer’s b... - #3
Save:Red Planet Blues by Robert J. Sawyer is a sci-fi detective novel set in a future Mars colony where prospectors hunt for Martian fossils, reminiscent of a frontier gold rush. The story follows the hard-boiled private investigator, Alex Lomax, as he navigates through a plot filled with twists, betrayals, and identity theft involving transfers of consciousness into android bodies. The narrative combines elements of hard-boiled noir detective fiction, science fiction, and frontier storytelling, creating a unique and engaging blend of genres.
The book explores themes of human transference into artificial bodies, the pursuit of immortality through technology, and the consequences of identity theft in a futuristic setting. With a backdrop of a domed city on Mars and a society driven by the discovery of valuable Martian fossils, the story mixes humor, suspense, and mystery, offering a fast-paced and entertaining read for fans of noir and science fiction.
The door to my office slid open. “Hello,” I said, rising from my chair. “You must be my nine o’clock.” I said it as if I had a ten o’clock and an eleven o’clock, but I didn’t. The whole Martian econom... - #4
Save:'Ghosts of Tomorrow' by Michael R. Fletcher is a cyberpunk thriller set in 2046, where the world is carved up into huge multinational Trade Unions, dealing with environmental issues, supercharged internet, and near superhuman robots. The story follows rookie NATU agent Griffin Dickinson as he investigates illegal black market crèches where children are raised, modified, and have their consciousness scanned, leading to a dark exploration of transhumanism and morality. features intense action, vivid characterizations, and a gritty, violent, and believable portrayal of a possible future.
