A disturbingly realistic novel that never loses heart and refuses to cede its soul.
What happens when corporations gain legal personhood and legally rule the world? Living under the unrelenting influence of governing megacorporations has thus far yielded only benefits for Juan Fausto. True, he’s had to work harder in school and life than others to get the little he has, but he’s happy with the sacrifice. For Juan, serving as a guard in Nekonikon for Krelborn Industries will be worth any cost. Graduation is just around the corner and he can’t afford to mess things up, so Juan isn’t taking any chances. The same can’t be said of his ambitious girlfriend whose star in public service is already on the rise, and he feels lucky to have her. However, things don’t go quite as planned for this idealistic young man when his noble heart causes some lapses in judgment. Serious mistakes bring swift consequences and, while Juan is willing to accept any punishment, he isn’t ready for what comes next. Juan is shown a different side of Nekonikon, one where morally gray dominates the color spectrum. Enticed by a talented punk band based out of Skid Row, Juan’s loyalties are tested as he is drawn into a high-tech, high-stakes battle for something more valuable than money.
A one-of-a-kind synthesis of futuristic science fiction and within-the-matrix fantasy, Nekonikon Punk: Ctrl Break is a disturbingly realistic novel that never loses heart and refuses to cede its soul. Every page, every conversation has a critical function and no opportunity is wasted to deliver thought-provoking commentary through the eyes of a naive young man being schooled in the ways of the world. With plots that encompass family drama, the value of friendship, the blurred line of friendly competition, and the impact of terrifying innovation, the book is much greater than just a flashy cyberthriller. The computer hacking storyline is dangerous, dramatic, and wildly imaginative, entrancing for digital natives but clear enough for a novice to enjoy. Vivid imagery drives digital and physical battle sequences, while dynamic pacing and engaging dialogue make it easy to visualize the scenes. This immersive experience will not only engage readers from the start but leave them begging for a Christopher Nolan film version of this outstanding dystopian novel! Giving familiar themes of corporate greed and mindless devotion a fresh glow up, Nekonikon Punk: Ctrl Break is an action-driven, inventive, and near-flawless cyberpunk showpiece.
