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  1. #11
    Zeroes
    Book 1 in the series:Zer0es

    Zeroes - Zer0es by Chuck Wendig
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    Hackers including a troll, a political activist, and a script kiddie with real strength in social engineering are scooped up for a secret government project, but it's not what they think and they are soon in mortal danger. OK cyberthriller. The book is fast paced and action packed but still has great characters. I loved and hated each of them at different times in the book, which is good. You get a sense of who they are, what drives them and the ending is satisfying but leaves you thinking about what might happen next. The hackers are very different and their interaction adds a lot of drama to the otherwise tech driven narrative, which is good.

    DeAndre presses the earbuds into his ears with two pokes of his long fingers, swings his legs out of a Honda Accord that’s not his, and walks over to the gas pump. He tells his jailbroken iPhone to pl...

  2. #12
    Virtual Light
    Book 1 in the series:Bridge

    Virtual Light - Bridge by William Gibson
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    Virtual Light by William Gibson is a cyberpunk novel set in a near future, dystopian California. The story follows Berry Rydell, an ex-cop turned private security guard, and Chevette, a bike messenger, whose lives intertwine after Chevette steals a pair of high-tech sunglasses with valuable data. The novel explores a divided society, with the Golden Gate Bridge turned into a squatters' paradise, reflecting themes of wealth and poverty, power and powerlessness. Gibson's writing style is described as vivid, with a focus on world-building and character development, set against the backdrop of a post-apocalyptic San Francisco.

    The courier presses his forehead against layers of glass, argon, high-impact plastic. He watches a gunship traverse the city's middle distance like a hunting wasp, death slung beneath its thorax in a ...

  3. #13
    Dome City Blues
    Book 1 in the series:City Blues

    Dome City Blues - City Blues by Jeff Edwards
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    In "Dome City Blues," author Jeff Edwards presents a gripping cyberpunk noir tale set in a near-future, post-apocalyptic world. The story follows the ex-private detective David Stalin as he is drawn out of retirement to solve a perplexing murder case involving a self-confessed serial killer who appears to commit suicide on video. As Stalin navigates the gritty, cybernetic cityscape of Los Angeles under domes, he uncovers a web of mysteries, facing off against a super smart killer and delving into the dark underbelly of a digitally connected society.

    The novel intertwines hard-boiled noir elements with a future dystopia, creating a narrative that explores themes of technology, society, and human nature. Edwards' writing style combines vivid visual descriptions with tactical action sequences, offering readers a compelling blend of mystery, suspense, and sci-fi intrigue.


  4. #14

    Bang Bang Bodhisattva by Aubrey Wood
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    'Bang Bang Bodhisattva' by Aubrey Wood is a cyberpunk noir novel that follows Kierra, a transwoman in a polyrelationship, who is navigating a world hostile to those without money or power. Kierra, along with an ex-cop turned private eye named Herrera, gets embroiled in a murder mystery where they are wrongly accused. The story unfolds with risks and twists as they try to find the real killer, showcasing a mix of cyberpunk, noir, and diverse representation in a near-future setting.

    The writing style of 'Bang Bang Bodhisattva' is described as fast-paced, engaging, and visually vivid, reminiscent of classic noir and cyberpunk genres. offers a blend of genres that work well together, with well-developed characters, inclusive representation of queer, trans, and non-monogamous individuals, and a plot that keeps readers engaged from beginning to end.


  5. #15

    Nightside City - Nightside City by Lawrence Watt-Evans
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    'Nightside City' by Lawrence Watt-Evans is a cyberpunk detective novel set in a world where the planet is slowly rotating, leading the city to face imminent destruction as it moves towards a deadly sunlight. The protagonist, Carlisle Hsing, a detective, uncovers a plot to save the city and unravel the mystery behind it. The narrative combines elements of hard science fiction, cyberpunk, and detective noir, creating a gripping tale with insightful characterization and tight plotting that keeps readers engaged throughout the story.

    Lawrence Watt-Evans masterfully presents a world on the brink of destruction, where the protagonist navigates through a complex web of intrigue and danger, surrounded by one-dimensional side characters and a plot that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. delves into the themes of survival, mystery, and the consequences of a decaying society, all wrapped in a vividly described cyberpunk setting that adds depth to the narrative.

    THE CITY OUTSIDE MY WINDOW WAS A CACOPHONY OF neon and Stardust, a maze of blinding glitter and flash, and from where I sat it was all meaningless, no discrete images at all-nothing discrete, and cert...

  6. #16

    Noir by K.W. Jeter
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    'Noir' by K.W. Jeter is a dark and gritty novel set in a dystopian world where technology has spiraled out of control. The protagonist, McNihil, navigates a bleak landscape where debtors are reanimated to pay off their debts and copyright issues have dire consequences. The writing style is described as dense and downbeat, with detailed descriptions of technological nightmares but interspersed with lifeless dialogue and a muddled plot. The story follows McNihil's journey as he grapples with the dark forces at play in his world, ultimately leading to a memorable ending that ties everything together.

    At that moment, as the blue spark of sex burned a wire through his tongue, the heavens rained fire. At that moment, all the other moments rushed inside his head. He turned from the kiss that filled hi...

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    Spares by Michael Marshall Smith
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    'Spares' by Michael Marshall Smith is a science fiction novel set in a future world where genetic clones are created as insurance for the wealthy. The story follows Jack Randall, an ex-soldier who ends up at a Spares farm after the tragic loss of his family. The book intertwines two major plotlines - Jack's past and his experiences at the Spares farm, leading to a satisfying conclusion. The writing style is described as imaginative and bizarre, with a focus on sympathetic characters and a realistic ending.

    New Richmond, Virginia. Not the old Richmond, the historic capital of historical old Virginia, that sprawl of creaking tedium, but the New. The old Richmond was destroyed over a century ago, razed to ...

  8. #18

    Metrophage by Richard Kadrey
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    Metrophage by Richard Kadrey is a cyberpunk novel set in a future, dystopian Los Angeles where a street hustler named Jonny Qabbala gets caught up in a conspiracy involving a strange disease outbreak and a government organization. The story is fast-paced, dark, and gritty, filled with violence, over-the-top dialogue, and quirky characters like Johnny's housemates Ice and Sumi.

    A crip by the name of Easy Money ran the HoloWhores down at a place called Carnaby’s Pit. At least he had been running them the last time Jonny Qabbala, drug dealer, ex–Committee for Public Health bou...

  9. #19

    Tomorrow and tomorrow by Tom Sweterlitsch
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    The novel 'Tomorrow and Tomorrow' by Tom Sweterlitsch is set in a dystopian future world where Pittsburgh has been decimated by a terrorist attack, leaving it in ruins. The story follows John Blaxton, a traumatised survivor, who becomes involved in a mystery surrounding the deletion of parts of the Archive, an online record of everyone's recorded videos. The narrative is filled with intense moments of tension, a diverse cast of characters, and a haunting description of apocalyptic events. The author's writing style is described as lyrical, with deeply drawn characters and a dark, often claustrophobic atmosphere that keeps the reader engaged.

    Her body’s down in Nine Mile Run, half buried in river mud. Time-stamped late April, the rains must have exposed her. Or maybe the rain-swollen river rose around her, the current rinsing away the foot...

  10. #20
    Low Town
    Book 1 in the series:Low Town

    Low Town - Low Town by Daniel Polansky
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    In "Low Town" by Daniel Polansky, readers are introduced to a gritty urban fantasy world where the main character, Warden, navigates the criminal underworld as a drug dealer and part-time user. When he is drawn into investigating a murder that the authorities want to ignore, he finds himself entangled in a larger, sordid plan. The book combines elements of crime novel and fantasy, with a touch of noir, creating a unique and captivating story that keeps readers engaged with its dark and compelling atmosphere.

    The writing style in "Low Town" is described as smart, gritty, and entertaining, with a blend of fantasy and noir that works surprisingly well. Polansky's narrative weaves together elements of classic pulps, vivid violence, and morally complex characters, resulting in a story that is both darkly atmospheric and engaging. The book offers a fresh take on the fantasy genre by incorporating noir elements and a realistic portrayal of a city where crime and violence reign, making it a standout in the genre.

    In the opening days of the Great War, on the battlefields of Apres and Ives, I acquired the ability to abandon slumber with the flutter of an eyelid. It was a necessary adaptation, as heavy sleepers w...