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Auxiliary: London 2039 Paperback – May 3, 2020

by Jon Richter (Author)
4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 85 ratings
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The silicon revolution left him behind, but not even the world's greatest AI can make a good detective obsolete.

London is quiet in 2039, thanks to the machines.

People stay indoors, communicating through high-tech glasses and gorging on simulated reality while 3D printers and scuttling robots cater to their every whim.

Mammoth corporations wage war for dominance in a world where human augmentation blurs the line between flesh and steel. And at the center of it all lurks The Imagination Machine: the hyper-advanced, omnipresent AI that drives our cars, flies our planes, cooks our food, and plans our lives.

Servile, patient, tireless … TIM has everything humanity requires. Everything except a soul.

Through this silicon jungle prowls Carl Dremmler, police detective—one of the few professions better suited to meat than machine.

His latest case: a grisly murder seemingly perpetrated by the victim’s boyfriend. Dremmler’s boss wants a quick end to the case, but the tech-wary detective can’t help but believe the accused’s bizarre story: that his robotic arm committed the heinous crime, not him. An advanced prosthetic, controlled by a chip in his skull. A chip controlled by TIM.

Dremmler smells blood: the seeds of a conspiracy that could burn London to ash unless he exposes the truth. His investigation pits him against desperate criminals, scheming businesswomen, deadly automatons—and the nightmares of his own past.

And when Dremmler finds himself questioning even TIM’s inscrutable motives, he’s forced to stare into the blank soul of the machine.

Auxiliary is gripping, unpredictable, and bleakly atmospheric—ideal for fans of cyberpunk classics like the Blade Runner movies, Richard K. Morgan’s Altered Carbon, William Gibson’s Neuromancer, and the Netflix original series Black Mirror.

This book is for anyone who likes reading about:
  • Augmented reality
  • Virtual reality
  • Artificial intelligence
  • Noir fiction
  • Detective fiction
  • Cyberpunk fiction
  • Human augmentation
  • Conspiracies
  • Dark fiction
  • Futuristic dystopian stories
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  3. Publication date
    May 3, 2020
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    6 x 0.56 x 9 inches
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    1631610759
  6. ISBN-13
    978-1631610752
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ TCK Publishing (May 3, 2020)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 223 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1631610759
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1631610752
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 10.7 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.56 x 9 inches
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    4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 85 ratings

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Jon Richter writes dark fiction in a variety of genres, including critically acclaimed crime thrillers, horror, science fiction and fantasy. His novels include gripping whodunnit mystery Rabbit Hole, psychological techno-thriller The Warden, the disturbing illustrated collection of short horror stories DARK FICTION, and his latest release, the fantasy epic Scarred.

He lives in London and loves immersing himself in all things dark and sinister, whether that's books, films, music, video games or even board games – any way to tell a great story! He also co-hosts two podcasts - the dark fiction podcast, Dark Natter, and the cyberpunk podcast, Hosts In The Shell - which you can find wherever you get your podcast fix.

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kimbacaffeinate
5.0 out of 5 stars cyberpunk thriller featuring a noir detective
Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2020
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It’s London 2039 and all technology from leg replacements to automobiles (pods) uses TIM (The Imagination Machine) OS system. In fact, TIM/robotics has replaced most work by humans.

Detective Carl Dremmler and T Petrovic (ve/ver) are assigned the murder case of Letitia Karlikowska. They have the suspect, so it should be a wrap. But the perp is claiming his robotic arm was hijacked. Yikes! The case quickly morphs into more The two work under the radar as their captain tries keeping this case of the books. Think of the panic it could cause.

The world Richter created was realistic and immersive. It raised questions regarding scientific advancements and artificial intelligence while entertaining us with an action-packed case.

Dremmler was pulled from the pages of a Noir crime fiction novel. He is gritty, occasionally crude, and has a past that causes him anguish. He drinks too much, lives a solitary life, enjoys casual hookups and has a problem with authority. The author did a superb job of sharing his pain and past. I enjoyed how he threaded those details into the current case.

Secondary characters were detailed and unique. They helped create suspects, cast doubt and flesh out both our protagonist Carl and the world. All of this created a suspenseful and tight flow as the world-building unfolded seamlessly.

This dark fiction is a blend of sci-fi, cyberpunk, and noir crime. Bonus: the cover is awesome and fits the narrative. I devoured Auxiliary: 2039 and look forward to more from this author.
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A.W.
4.0 out of 5 stars Cyberpunk Mystery at its Best!
Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2020
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Great book! It begins as a murder mystery, but soon becomes complicated by a plot involving Neo-Luddites, cybernetics corporations, and an A.I. with the world in its grasp. The imagery is beautiful, dark, engrossing, and the tone grave and serious, fitting the consequences. Jon's understanding of how machines process data lead a realism to the text that's fitting to the genre, and his writing style shows great experience. Recommended!
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Bonnie Jo Davis
3.0 out of 5 stars I Loved Some of It
Reviewed in the United States on June 1, 2020
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This book started out well and got more intriguing as I read it but it has some serious problems. First of all the main character, a human police detective, is unlikable but the more I read about him the more I liked him. Then there is an entire chapter that moves the plot 360 degrees by suggesting the cop isn't who we think he is. Then it's never addressed again and it leaves us with an unsatisfying cliffhanger. So, no I can't recommend this book even though I enjoyed part of it.
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lolo4cats
5.0 out of 5 stars Wow!!
Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2020
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Such an exciting story! I loved this book and couldn't put it down. You can read it as a fantasy or prediction of the future if they keep producing AI's - your choice. But either way, it's a wild adventure.
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Daniel Ottalini
4.0 out of 5 stars Relevant and Timely Cyberpunk Mystery
Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2020
In Short: Auxiliary: London 2039 is a fast paced murder mystery thriller that hammers home the challenges of our changing world and how technology can both help and hurt society. Fans of Black Mirror or other cyberpunk media will love this novel. Relevant and timely, it definitely makes the reader wonder “what if…”

Set in 2039 in a London not so far removed from reality that it isn’t recognizable, Auxiliary: London 2039 follows the tale of Detective Carl Dremmler as he solves a murder that only gets more complicated with time.

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When police detective Carl Dremmler investigates a murder, the prime suspect claims the AI controlling his robotic arm perpetrated the crime. As Dremmler discovers clues that the suspect might be right, he’s forced to stare into the blank soul of the machine as he desperately searches for the truth.

This event sends Dremmler on a winding exploration through both lofty heights and seedy underbelly of a darkly futuristic London. At times, the amount of graphic sexual action - even with robots - was a bit too much for me, especially early on. It does, however, tie into what we already know - that technology used for one purpose can always be used for darker, or perhaps more ethically grey, uses.

The tempo of the book is relatively fast paced, with only a handful of sections where you feel the book really slowing down. The conflict between Dremmler's inner demons and outside challenges made me wonder, at points, if Dremmler never ate and only drank beer. But I think those demons are part of what makes the story, as the detective slowly comes to several key understandings about The Imagination Machine (TIM) the ever present, hyper aware computer that controls everything in London and beyond.

In exploring the characters in the story, I was a bit disappointed in the lack of racial diversity - almost every character is either an older white male, young white female, or young Asian female. I did like how the author included others on the gender spectrum, so-called 'neuts' and used pronouns such as 'ver' and 'vere' (which confused me at first, so much that I thought there were typos) but the references quickly became part of the writing and I liked having different gender types represented. I still question how much more diversity could have been present in a future London, (beyond the DCI who we only see for a brief moment) a city that is currently already very diverse.

I won't lie, this book is outside my normal comfort zone. I mentioned earlier that fans of Black Mirror would love this, and that certainly isn't my normal go-to entertainment. But it got me talking to my fiance about the situation and the world that Richter built, and it made me think critically about my own connection with technology inside an outside the home. With the Coronavirus making distance learning and remote working into a requirement, not a luxury, I can't help but wonder. How long before someone builds a supercomputer that runs everything? What happens when we find out we're replaceable? That's the key motivator in this story, and Richter wrote Auxiliary: London 2039 creepily, drearily, engagingly well.

I give Auxiliary: London 2039 - 4/5 stars, but if the Twilight Zone, Black Mirror, and Westworld are your jam, I'd say it's probably a 5/5 for you.
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Anita
5.0 out of 5 stars Dark, futuristic page turner!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 3, 2022
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This is my first Jon Richter read, and I found it pretty exciting from the outset. It’s a dark portrayal of a future where robotics and AI have infiltrated every aspect of our human lives. The grizzly protagonist is not the most likeable character to start with, but the author develops his back story so you grow to like him, despite his imperfections. What I loved most is the intricate detail of real and AltWorlds - and the fabulous unexpected plot twist at the end. You’re left with the ominous feeling of reading fiction that could very much be one of our futures… would definitely recommend reading even if futuristic fiction is not your bag.
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John Gullick
5.0 out of 5 stars A scary and exciting view of the near future
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 20, 2021
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Jon’s writing versatility shines through once again! In my favourite read of his (so far), we are taken on journey of the near future and what the potential technical advancements might have done to humanity. In an exciting and imaginative take on how our lives may turn out, this thought provoking read keeps you turning pages without wanting to put it down - just to see what technology might have been dreamt up next! With twists and turns to keep you on your toes, I can’t wait to read more! The question is which genre is next….. :) keep up the great work - always an enjoyable read.
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Clare Law
5.0 out of 5 stars Dark, gritty British cyber noir that kept me coming back for more
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 24, 2020
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I found I was looking forward to bedtime each night so I could keep reading and spending time in this near-future Britain.
The protag is a difficult character, but as his backstory opens up it becomes easy to empathise with his poor choices. His bad decisions kept the story twisting and turning in a very satisfying way. There were some great scares of all varieties, and I found the tension skilfully manipulated.
I loved the near-future world building, partly because it felt properly British -- so much cyberpunk reflects a US-centric worldview. Auxiliary has a really pleasing authenticity to it and I felt like I was in safe hands as we toured this well-realised setting. I'd like to see more stories from this world of despondent citizens labouring (or failing to labour) under what should be a benevolent state.
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reshmis93
5.0 out of 5 stars Cyberpunk thriller with a twist - definitely recommend!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 9, 2020
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I loved reading Jon Richter's Auxiliary. In fact I loved it so much that I spent a good part of my beach vacation reading it :) It has an interesting plot and some really good twists to keep the reader wanting to know what's going to happen next.

I think Jon did a great job of imagining how the future is going to change with technology in quite a lot of detail (not just the big stuff like self driving cars and robots and what not, but other small things) and using it to enhance the plot. I also loved that it wasn't in the US. I'm tired of reading futuristic books set in the US so this was a nice change to have London be the backdrop for a bit.
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Mark and Sarah Garvey
5.0 out of 5 stars A darkly dystopian world that may prove to be frighteningly realistic.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 13, 2020
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This is one of the few books that I've pre-ordered, and even fewer books that I've read in nearly one sitting. Okay, it helps that I know the author in real life - he's a former colleague - and a sunny Bank Holiday weekend in lockdown made a long sitting possible in way that isn't normal. None of that takes away from the ability of this book to suck you in, like the 'AltWorld' that is part of the story.

Jon paints a picture of a world where we are virtual slaves to technology, full of twists and turns, and you come away thinking just how easily a lot of this could one day come true.

Time will tell, but for now it is a darn good read and well worth a few quid!
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