Books matching: cyberpunk elements
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Save:'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.
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Save:'Catspaw' in the 'Cat' series by Joan D. Vinge follows the story of Cat, a half Psion and half human outcast who gets dragged into a dangerous game of high-level corporate intrigue. Tasked with protecting a powerful member of the taMing clan, Cat finds himself entangled in a web of lies, love, and deceit that transcends corporate control and reaches into the highest levels of government. With elements of political intrigue and cyberpunk, Cat must navigate through plots within plots, all while dealing with his emotional struggles and past experiences. is described as a fast-paced science fiction tale with a compelling plot and a focus on character development.
I CAME TO on board a ship, but it was no ship I’d ever seen before. I was lying on a foam-padded, fold-down bunk, in a room that I couldn’t mistake for my cabin or any other place on the Darwin if I’d... - #3
Save:Evolution's Darling by Scott Westerfeld is a unique science fiction novel that explores themes of artificial intelligence, identity, and memory. The story follows Darling, a 200-year-old artificial intelligence who becomes sentient and meets Mira, a mysterious assassin, on a pleasure ship. Together, they embark on a journey to find a famous sculptor while questioning the nature of sentience and existence. The book delves into the relationship between humans and artificial beings, blurring the lines between what it means to be human and what it means to be sentient. The writing style is described as beautiful, complex, and engaging, with a balance of science and art that is rare and refreshing in the genre.
He accesses all his input ports. They are deeply unassigned. Not really empty, just not… there. A mechanical fault? An override? His questions find no purchase. Internal diagnostics are fric-tionless,... - #4
Save:Two centuries from now, after the genocidal reign of the biotech enhanced Guardians and the huge population displacements generated by the mind controlling Army that stopped them, the world outside of Africa is heavily regulated against any deviance. Maya, a camera a reporter who lets her viewers share her consciousness as she reports stumbles into a potentially deadly encounter with a survivor of the Guardians, and her own past, which has been ripped from her by the suppressant chip inside her. The book is about compromise, and being compromised, and people working to stop horrors by accepting other horrors. The Fortunate Fall attempts to write a science fiction book where you are thrown into the deep end and left to figure out the world without anything being spelled out for you. Authors can use this strategy to fantastic effect, just look at Gene Wolfe's body of work. With Wolfe, though, you always feel like there is more than enough information provided to piece everything together if you think about it seriously enough.
I was standing by the River Chu, in Kazakhstan, staring at a little hill from which three naked chimneys rose. I stood alone; but a thousand miles away, in Leningrad, a woman I had never met was testi... Dr. Leung Orfea, cast out by her band of mercenaries and hunted across the galaxy, seeks refuge in Shenzhen, a Dyson sphere ruled by a group of ascendant AI. Despite that world's hostility to immigrants, Orfea finds a place working in a local clinic. All is well and good, until two ghosts from her past reemerge Krissana Khongtip, her former lover, and Seung Ngo, her former AI companion. Seung Ngo seeks Orfea's and Krissana's help. The AI in Shenzhen can share bodies with humans, forming new creatures called haruspices. But something is causing the haruspices to commit suicide. Orfea and Krissana work together to solve the mystery, and become embroiled in local politics during the process. The book delves into the world of Shenzhen, an elegant yet rotting place with a deep hostility towards immigrants and an internecine conflict between the AIs, all while exploring themes of queer representation and societal dynamics.
Shenzhen Sphere. Even at first glimpse the vastness of it confronts, built like complex ribbons wrapping around the red pearl of its star: scintillant and ophidian. Orfea loses sight of the view befor...- #6
Save: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... - #7
Save:'The Departure' in the series 'Owner' by Neal Asher is a dark, dystopian tale set in a future where Earth is under the control of a tyrannical Committee, imposing ruthless governance and population control. The protagonist, Alan Saul, wakes up with no memory and discovers his extraordinary abilities to tap into a network using only his mind, leading him to rebel against the oppressive regime. The story unfolds with intense action, cyberpunk elements, and a narrative that explores themes of control, revolution, and the inhumanity of humanity.
Throughout the early years of the twenty-first century, Internet blogs and news groups displaced the slow, moribund and politically tribal newspapers. As Internet technology became easier to use, TV n... - #8
Save:"Knight of the Demon Queen" in the series "Winterlands" by Barbara Hambly is a dark and gritty tale that continues the story of Jenny and Lord John in a world filled with demons, plague, and despair. The characters are faced with personal loss, demons, and a bleak future, all while grappling with the harsh realities of a world where magic is not friendly or fun. The writing style delves deep into the characters' minds, creating a sense of unease and tension as the story unfolds, leaving readers on edge with its unresolved and bleak ending.
She was dreaming about the demon when it happened. The demon was called Amayon, beautiful as the night and the morning, and she had dreamed of him every night since fall, when his possession of her ha...
(Also, see 100 recommendations for the series Winterlands ) - #9
Save:Fairyland by Paul J. McAuley is a science fiction novel that delves into a weirdly recognizable future, focusing on themes such as Gaia, environment, AI, biology, Genentech, and evolution. The book follows a man's tale across three separate periods of time, presenting a blend of cyberpunk, gothpunk, and suspense elements. McAuley's writing style is described as deep and descriptive, allowing readers to immerse themselves in a world filled with fairies, dolls, and feys.
Transparent as jellyfish, dressed in full Edwardian rig, they drift singly or in pairs around and around the newly restored Ladies’ Smoking Room of the Grand Midland Hotel at St Pancras, adroitly avoi... - #10
Save:'Her Grace's Stable' by Joely Sue Burkhart is a unique and intriguing story set in a matriarchal world where women hold power. The book follows the journey of Lady Violet Blackmyre, a war hero and Mistress in pony play, as she navigates a society where roles are skewed to give women dominance. The plot delves into Arthur's evolution from an abused man to a confident individual embracing his desires, all within the backdrop of a universe where women rule and have all the power. The writing style of the book is described as captivating, with a focus on the interactions between characters that keep readers engaged and eager for more.
