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Artificial Absolutes
by Mary Fan
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Pub Date
21 Feb 2013
| Archive Date
25 Nov 2015
Description
Jane Colt is just another recent college grad working as an
Interstellar Confederation office drone—until the day she witnesses her
best friend, Adam, kidnapped by a mysterious criminal. An extensive
cover-up thwarts her efforts to report the crime, shaking her trust in
the authorities. Only her older brother, Devin, believes her account.
Devin
hopes to leave behind his violent past and find peace in a marriage to
the woman he loves. That hope shatters when he discovers a shocking
secret that causes him to be framed for murder.
With little more
than a cocky attitude, Jane leaves everything she knows to flee with
Devin, racing through the most lawless corners of the galaxy as she
searches for Adam and proof of her brother’s innocence. Her journey
uncovers truths about both of them, leading her to wonder just how much
she doesn’t know about the people she loves.
Jane Colt is just another recent college grad working as an Interstellar Confederation office drone—until the day she witnesses her best friend, Adam, kidnapped by a mysterious criminal. An...
Description
Jane Colt is just another recent college grad working as an
Interstellar Confederation office drone—until the day she witnesses her
best friend, Adam, kidnapped by a mysterious criminal. An extensive
cover-up thwarts her efforts to report the crime, shaking her trust in
the authorities. Only her older brother, Devin, believes her account.
Devin
hopes to leave behind his violent past and find peace in a marriage to
the woman he loves. That hope shatters when he discovers a shocking
secret that causes him to be framed for murder.
With little more
than a cocky attitude, Jane leaves everything she knows to flee with
Devin, racing through the most lawless corners of the galaxy as she
searches for Adam and proof of her brother’s innocence. Her journey
uncovers truths about both of them, leading her to wonder just how much
she doesn’t know about the people she loves.
Advance Praise
"In this thrilling science fiction-adventure series launch, Fan
introduces a society where interstellar travel is an everyday reality,
computers infiltrate every aspect of human life, and the forbidden
technology of artificial intelligence may be closer than most people
suspect...[T]he fast-paced action is balanced by thoughtful meditations
on what it means to be human. Readers will zip through this exciting
story and immediately hunt down the sequels."-PUBLISHERS WEEKLY (starred review)
"I
really, truly enjoyed this book in a way I did not expect... I was
surprised more than once with the all the twists and turns; Ms. Fan
knows how to plot a novel. Definitely recommend!"
- NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author Kate Moretti
"Artificial
Absolutes is skillfully crafted and artfully written, with convincing
characters and plenty of action. I like when science fiction makes sense
and this was completely believable. I especially enjoyed the
philosophical undertones that were just there without being
distracting... I am happy to add this to my five star collection." -Bestselling author Nancy Madore
"Artificial
Absolutes was a very engaging read, I really enjoyed it. The world
building was very in-depth with no two planets being alike. The plot was
just as detailed, filled with twists and turns that I totally didn't
see coming."-READERS' FAVORITE
"In this thrilling science fiction-adventure series launch, Fan introduces a society where interstellar travel is an everyday reality, computers infiltrate every aspect of human life, and the...
Advance Praise
"In this thrilling science fiction-adventure series launch, Fan
introduces a society where interstellar travel is an everyday reality,
computers infiltrate every aspect of human life, and the forbidden
technology of artificial intelligence may be closer than most people
suspect...[T]he fast-paced action is balanced by thoughtful meditations
on what it means to be human. Readers will zip through this exciting
story and immediately hunt down the sequels."-PUBLISHERS WEEKLY (starred review)
"I
really, truly enjoyed this book in a way I did not expect... I was
surprised more than once with the all the twists and turns; Ms. Fan
knows how to plot a novel. Definitely recommend!"
- NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author Kate Moretti
"Artificial
Absolutes is skillfully crafted and artfully written, with convincing
characters and plenty of action. I like when science fiction makes sense
and this was completely believable. I especially enjoyed the
philosophical undertones that were just there without being
distracting... I am happy to add this to my five star collection." -Bestselling author Nancy Madore
"Artificial
Absolutes was a very engaging read, I really enjoyed it. The world
building was very in-depth with no two planets being alike. The plot was
just as detailed, filled with twists and turns that I totally didn't
see coming."-READERS' FAVORITE
Available Editions
| EDITION |
Paperback |
| ISBN |
9781940215037 |
| PRICE |
US$16.99 (USD)
|
Additional Information
Available Editions
| EDITION |
Paperback |
| ISBN |
9781940215037 |
| PRICE |
US$16.99 (USD)
|
Average rating from 7 members
Featured Reviews
Carla H, Reviewer
Artificial Absolutes is the first book in the Jane Colt series. Although the story starts out very slow and Jane (the main character) seems very immature for a recent college grad, it quickly picks up speed and turns into a real page turner. Although this is a futuristic space opera, there are no aliens, but there are lots of robots, computer hackers, and artificial intelligence. I'm looking forward to reading the next book in the series!
Zoyana T, Reviewer
Finished in just a few short days! It actually prompted me to go out and get the audiobook! Loved the women rep! A big 5 stars!
Featured Reviews
Carla H, Reviewer
Artificial Absolutes is the first book in the Jane Colt series. Although the story starts out very slow and Jane (the main character) seems very immature for a recent college grad, it quickly picks up speed and turns into a real page turner. Although this is a futuristic space opera, there are no aliens, but there are lots of robots, computer hackers, and artificial intelligence. I'm looking forward to reading the next book in the series!
Zoyana T, Reviewer
Finished in just a few short days! It actually prompted me to go out and get the audiobook! Loved the women rep! A big 5 stars!
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