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    In the Garden of Iden
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    Book 1 in the series:The Company

    In the Garden of Iden - The Company by Kage Baker
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    In the book 'In the Garden of Iden' by Kage Baker, the story follows Mendoza, a young girl rescued from the brutal Spanish Inquisition and transformed into an immortal cyborg by a time-traveling organization known as Dr. Zeus. Tasked with saving rare plants from extinction in Tudor England, Mendoza navigates the complexities of the mortal world, encountering love, intrigue, and challenges to her preconceived notions about herself and The Company. The narrative blends elements of science fiction, historical fiction, and romance, offering a unique perspective on immortality, time travel, and human nature.

    The writing style of the book combines vivid historical detail with thought-provoking commentary on society and the human condition. Through the eyes of Mendoza, the reader experiences a blend of teenage verve, immortal wisdom, and emotional depth, as she grapples with her dual identity as a botanist for The Company and a young woman caught in a web of love and loyalty during a tumultuous period in English history.

    I AM A BOTANIST. I will write down the story of my life as an exercise, to provide the illusion of conversation in this place where I am now alone. It will be a long story, because it was a long road ...

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    The Electric Church
    Book 1 in the series:Avery Cates

    The Electric Church - Avery Cates by Jeff Somers
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    In a rough and seemingly hopeless future, Avery Cates is a hired assassin who uncovers a conspiracy involving a growing religion called the Electric Church, where converts become immortal cyborgs. The novel is described as dark, intense, and suspenseful, with a gritty noir feel and a lot of action. The story follows Cates as he navigates through a world filled with cyborg Monks and suspenseful surprises, guaranteed to keep readers on the edge of their seats.

    The writing style of the book is praised for being witty, biting, and engaging, drawing readers into a cool, future noir setting with a post-war disaster backdrop. The main character, Avery Cates, is well-developed and interesting, adding depth to the fast-moving plot filled with action and suspense. Despite some criticisms, such as repetitive dialog and comparisons to video game-like scenes, readers find the story cinematic and exciting, with a unique blend of cyberpunk and hard-boiled detective elements.

    I wasn’t really listening to Nad. I never listened to Nad, actually. We were standing in a shadowy doorway on Bleecker—just a doorway, a rectangle of ancient brick melting away to dusty rubble on eith...

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    The Skinner
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    Book 1 in the series:Spatterjay

    The Skinner - Spatterjay by Neal Asher
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    On the planet Spatterjay, the novel 'The Skinner' by Neal Asher explores a world where immortality is a side effect of a virus, turning those infected into tough-to-kill beings known as Hoopers. The story follows Sable Keech, a reanimated corpse on a quest for revenge against the notorious pirate Skinner. With elements of old-fashioned romp mixed with advanced technology like nanotech and AI, the book delves into a complex universe filled with alien species, hive minds, and sentient computers, set against a backdrop of a savage ecosystem and competing imperatives.

    In any living sea on any world there are always creatures whose fate is integral to the gastronomic delight of other . . . creatures. Boxies might more correctly be described as lunch-boxes, such was ...

  4. 'The Singularity is Near: When Humans Transcend Biology' by Ray Kurzweil delves into the concept of singularity, where artificial intelligence surpasses human intelligence, leading to a transformative era. Kurzweil projects a future where technology, genetics, nanotechnologies, and robotics converge to enhance human abilities, potentially leading to immortality and super intelligence. The book explores the accelerating rate of technological change, the potential benefits and risks of advancements, and the possibilities of a future where humans and machines merge.

    Kurzweil presents his ideas in a mix of hardcore materialism and whimsical debates, providing a comprehensive review of ongoing research and future possibilities. Through imaginative scenarios and engaging dialogues, the author navigates complex scientific concepts in a clear and accessible manner, offering readers a glimpse into a future where technology and biology intersect to redefine human existence.

    I am not sure when I first became aware of the Singularity. I’d have to say it was a progressive awakening. In the almost half century that I’ve immersed myself in computer and related technologies, I...

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