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In 2034, the stars went out. An unknown agency surrounded the solar system with an impenetrable barrier, concealing the universe from humanity’s gaze.
In 2067, Nick Stavrianos is hired to investigate the disappearance of a mentally disabled woman, Laura Andrews, from the institution where she was being cared for. Aided by a skull full of neural modifications, he follows her trail to the Republic of New Hong Kong, where an organisation known as the Ensemble has uncovered Laura’s extraordinary secret: an ability that could transform the world.
In 2034, the stars went out. An unknown agency surrounded the solar system with an impenetrable barrier, concealing the universe from humanity’s gaze.
In 2067, Nick Stavrianos is hired to investigate the disappearance of a mentally disabled woman, Laura Andrews, from the institution where she wa...
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Emily Hunt
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July 9, 2025
A metaphysical "cyberpunk" thriller that explores the relationship between perception and reality. This book explores concepts from quantum mechanics. It's not something the average person might be familiar with, but don't be daunted. While these concepts are introduced throughout the story, I recommend spending a few minutes looking up terms such as "The Observer Effect", "Schrodinger's Cat", and especially the "Dual Slit Experiment". It's a relatively short read, more of a Novella than a novel. For any Hard SciFi or Cyberpunk enthusiast alike it's a worthwhile read.
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Greg Egan is the author of 13 science fiction novels and more than 60 short stories, including the Hugo-award-winning novella “Oceanic”.
Greg Egan is the author of 13 science fiction novels and more than 60 short stories, including the Hugo-award-winning novella “Oceanic”.
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