A Short Review of Q Turner written 'Blood Sacrifice' : A novel that explores rebellion, the struggle for survival, and social irony!

Q Turner is a New England-based indie author known for her work that explores rebellion, the struggle for survival, and social irony. She highlights the humane and inhuman instincts that define us. Blood Sacrifice is her debut novel that takes readers to a stunning dystopian world where rebellion is brewing.

It is a story of escape from a world where inflation is skyrocketing, trust in government is eroded, and unrest is spreading rapidly. In such a scenario, an elite class, untouched by the fall of empire, relax in their gleaming mansions alongside the sea, indulging in their wealth and delightful android companions. They are protected from crumbling infrastructure, crime-ridden streets, and inconvenient taxes. For the rest, there is "Parallel" - a digital sanctuary where citizens escape the gloom of reality, logging in to forget their dying world.

At the center of the story are two compelling but unusual characters. Rita Shor, a grieving woman crushed by systemic oppression and personal loss, turns to "Parallel" in search of solace. Her innocent, heartfelt expressions of pain and resilience unexpectedly resonate and inspire a community that elevates her as the voice of a hopeful revolution. The other character is Dr. Gagarin Sokolo, a brilliant but ethically compromised doctor who believes that control is the path to saving humanity. Behind the scenes, a group of hackers in "Parallel" work to unite their divisive followers, all hoping to topple their empire's oppressive system. In contrast, Dr. Gagarin Sokolo believes that continued control - especially over women - is the key to saving a crumbling empire.  Meanwhile, a group of hackers works secretly to unite Sokolo and Shor's divided followers and form an unlikely alliance to overthrow the oppressive system that binds them all. 

Blood Sacrifice confronts readers with powerful questions about power, patriarchy, and the price of revolution in a series of stories that raise resistance to corruption and inequality.

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https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CNNRXC5W

https://quincywrites.com/qturner/

"The Engineer's Apprentice" by J. R. Martin

I read "The Engineer's Apprentice", a steampunk adventure full of mystery, magic, adventure and action, written by science fiction author J.R. Martin. Here is a brief review.

A talented steam engineer Annie Sakdavong dreams of breaking free from the shackles of the past, but her search for a mentor is nearly impossible. Along the way, she comes across another Igbo engineer Issa Obasi who has visionary ideas for combining magic with steampunk technology. They begin a partnership to reshape the world. But their alliance is shattered when a mysterious Native American capable of walking through walls intrudes on their lab. And the two engineers, Annie and Issa, are thrust into a dangerous journey into western native land - a region where danger lurks in every shadow.

As the danger mounts and the death toll rises, they are drawn deeper and deeper into a web of conspiracy.  Pursued by their enemies, can they rise up to the forces arrayed against them and forge a new future, or will their ambitions be crushed by a world unwilling to change? You'll have to read the novel for yourself to find out.

You could Check out the book below:

https://www.amazon.com/Engineers-Apprentice-Saga/dp/B0C72RZF8K

-Arvind Mishra 

Dark Matter: An SF Anthology by Robert Plant

For some time now I have been introducing Indian science fiction lovers to the current literature of the genre in the west and emerging promising writers. Meet Robert Plant, who writes intriguing short stories about the impact of technology on our lives. He has penned a collection of thought-provoking Sf that explore the mysteries of the universe and our existence within it. 

'Dark Matter' is his recent captivating anthology of short stories that may change your perception of reality and existence. Each story, meticulously crafted, draws you into the shadowy recesses of the mind, leaving you in awe of the unseen mysteries that pervade our tiny corner of the cosmos. With each narrative, you'll find yourself on the precipice of an event horizon, teetering between the known and the unknown. 

Dark Matter is a continuing work with  visually rich and engaging episode being released periodically.Here are the synopsis of the some stories which I liked most. 

The Perfect Match: A young man down on his luck with women finds the perfect match on a dating app. A glimpse into how our technology tracks us could end up putting him in a tough situation on his first date. This original short story in the "Dark Matter" series will give you Ex-Machina vibes.

Swarm: A family moves into their new vacation home only to be attacked by a massive swarm of wasps. Going off the grid could prove deadly for this family. This short story from the "Dark Matter" series will leave you sweating and give you Cujo and Black Mirror (3.6) vibes.

The Chair: A gameshow host sits on his pedestal as he forces bad people to confess to their crimes while being tortured in the game's virtual reality chair. The tables will turn on the host, but is he now a part of his show or is it real life? This story from the "Dark Matter" series will give you Black Mirror (1.2 & 3.2) vibes.

Demi: A young woman creates a SIM video game called "Worlds" where players can create and manage their own world. While she gains fame through her work, she remains locked inside her apartment bored with the bland world around her. She's in jeopardy of losing her game, and the stakes are a lot higher than you might think. This story in the "Dark Matter" series will give you Ready Player One and Black Mirror (4.1) vibes.

If you'd like to read these and more stories, please visit:

Dark Matter on Kindle Vella

Robert Plant Writes Website

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Arvind Mishra