6.99
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Synopsis
After settling into a new job, new home and new living arrangements, Andersson Dexter has finally found a comfortable life in both the physical and virtual worlds. But that sense of security is blown apart when an explosion rocks Dex’s real-life Nice neighbourhood.
He and his colleagues begin an investigation into a string of seemingly senseless and random vandalism attacks, that remind them all of similar assaults in the simulated world Marionette City. While at first the attacks seem more like a nuisance than a threat, Dex discovers that there are more serious — even fatal — consequences.
As the trail leads Dex closer and closer to home, he is forced to confront the lengths he is willing to go for justice.
Story Elements
Setting
| Geography: | Europe |
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| Realism: | Science stretched but possible (possible science of the near future) |
| Setting Type: | Urban (city) |
| Time Period: | 2050 - 2099 |
Main Character
| Age: | Adult |
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| Gender: | Male |
| Race: | Irrelevant |
| Religion: | Agnostic/Atheist |
| Sexual Preference: | Other |
Styles & Themes
| Humor: | Moments of levity |
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| Inspires Reader to Feel: | Politically or Socially Motivated |
| Mysteries & Puzzles: | Significant mystery(ies) are core to driving the story |
| Pacing: | Time to savor, deliberate |
| Physical Action: | Minor and occasional action |
| Political/Social Commentary: | Heavy use of social and political themes on a personal level |
| Romance: | Significant romantic themes |
| Genre | Science Fiction |
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About the author
M. Darusha Wehm
Darusha writes speculative fiction and poetry as M. Darusha Wehm and mainstream work as Darusha Wehm, and is the author of eleven published novels, several poems and many short stories. Originally from Canada, Darusha currently lives in Wellington, New Zealand after spending the past several years sailing around the Pacific.
