Why am I passionate about this?
From early on, I found myself captivated by the concept of a dystopic future for humanity. Years later, a 20+ year police career cemented the notion that people are not inherently good and that if a dystopic future is at all possible–we as a species will make it a reality. My love of science fiction, especially all forms of dystopia, combined with a hard-earned street-level grit and a love of action. Whether writing solo or with my amazing co-author, Dr. Gareth Worthington, I often inject these elements into my stories. I hope you enjoy the books on this list as much as I did!
Stu's book list on cyberpunk that revolutionized the genre
Why did Stu love this book?
Philip K. Dick’s seminal work basically jumpstarted the cyberpunk genre. It gives the genre form and breathes life into its android shell. The scope of Dick’s impact on science fiction and pop culture cannot be overstated.
I love this book because it delves into deep philosophical questions about consciousness, empathy, and what it means to be human. As a cop myself, I love Deckard’s character development, especially as he struggles with the morality of his actions in a world where humans and replicants are virtually indistinguishable.
18 authors picked Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.
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World War Terminus had left the Earth devastated. Through its ruins, bounty hunter Rick Deckard stalked, in search of the renegade replicants who were his prey. When he wasn't 'retiring' them with his laser weapon, he dreamed of owning a live animal - the ultimate status symbol in a world all but bereft of animal life.
Then Rick got his chance: the assignment to kill six Nexus-6 targets, for a huge reward. But in Deckard's world things were…