From the critically acclaimed author of SUPERSTITION and COINCIDENCE comes a blend of mystery, metaphysics and scientific speculation that will discretely charm you into a world of terrifying suspense. 'It was some moments before Charlie turned his gaze back to Control. When he did, there were tears in his eyes. What have you done?' Something that evolution wouldn't have accomplished in a million years, left to itself, Control replied calmly. You're custom-built, Charlie, a hero for our time. ' Charlie Monk is the ultimate superhero. He has no conscience. He has no fear. But he also has no memory. Dr Susan Flemyng has found a way to give memory back. In a world where even virtual reality is controlled, that is the most dangerous knowledge of all. Can she trust those she works for, or should she take the greatest risk and trust Charlie? 360 pages.

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Title

The Discrete Charm Of Charlie Monk

Publisher

Pocket Books

Publication Date

2002

Language

English

ISBN 10

0743416139

ISBN 13

9780743416139

Binding

Paperback

Condition

Good

Weight

600 grams

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'It was some moments before Charlie turned his gaze back to Control. When he did, there were tears in his eyes. "What have you done?"' "Something that evolution wouldn't have accomplished in a million years, left to itself," Control replied calmly. "You're custom-built, Charlie, a hero for our time..."' Charlie Monk is the ultimate superhero. He has no conscience. He has no fear. But he also has no memory. Dr Susan Flemyng has found a way to give memory back. In a world where even virtual reality is controlled, that is the most dangerous knowledge of all. Can she trust those she works for, or should she take the greatest risk and trust Charlie?

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David Ambrose read law at Oxford and has worked internationally in theatre, film and television. For more information, visit his official website on www davidambrose.com

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