The Fortunate Fall - Softcover

Carter, Raphael

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0312863276 ISBN 13: 9780312863272

Publisher: Tor Books, 1997

Synopsis

Maya Andreyeva is a "camera, " a reporter with virtual reality broadcasting equipment implanted in her brain. What she sees, millions see; what she feels, millions share. "Gripping. . . . One of the most promising SF debuts in recent years."--Publisher's Weekly starred review.

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Review

In 23rd-century Russia, where the "Net" is at once a source of freedom and a means of control, Maya Andreyeva is the perfect reporter. The chips hardwired into her brain allow her to detail not only what she sees but what she hears, tastes, smells, and feels, all in resonant virtual reality. When clues turn up pointing to a massacre and a cover-up, Maya, the ultimate journalist, is compelled find the truth. Along the way she discovers answers not only to the puzzle she has set out to solve, but to secrets about her own life. At the same time, author Raphael Carter provides a compelling and chilling story that also raises serious questions about such issues as homophobia and censorship.

About the Author

Raphael Carter's first novel, The Fortunate Fall, appeared on the Locus recommended reading list, ranking fourth among first novels, after two tied winners. The book also effected Carter's nomination for the John W. Campbell Award for Best New Writer in 1997 and 1998.

Edition details

• Publisher: Tor Books
• Publication date: 1997
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0312863276
• ISBN 13: 9780312863272
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 288