This Virtual Night is a second book in the same universe as These Alien Shores but it is not really a sequel though it does involve some aspects from the previous book and reading that first is definitely recommended.
Something strange is going on in an abandoned space station and an unlikely, but very effective, alliance between a slightly geeky virtual games designer and an action-centred interstellar trouble-shooter seems to be the only hope of preventing a major digital viral outbreak.
These Alien Shores made an excellent science fiction debut from established fantasy author Friedman, and this follow up is every bit as good. An exotic mix of human variants, guild controlled interstellar space travel, and space opera with hints of cyberpunk. With plenty of colourful, fast paced action, likeable, well-developed characters and a good intriguing plot this is a book that comfortably provided a thoroughly fun, fast read. What’s not to like about that?
I do hope Friedman continues to write more science fiction and, in particular, more in this world.
4/5 stars
Something strange is going on in an abandoned space station and an unlikely, but very effective, alliance between a slightly geeky virtual games designer and an action-centred interstellar trouble-shooter seems to be the only hope of preventing a major digital viral outbreak.
These Alien Shores made an excellent science fiction debut from established fantasy author Friedman, and this follow up is every bit as good. An exotic mix of human variants, guild controlled interstellar space travel, and space opera with hints of cyberpunk. With plenty of colourful, fast paced action, likeable, well-developed characters and a good intriguing plot this is a book that comfortably provided a thoroughly fun, fast read. What’s not to like about that?
I do hope Friedman continues to write more science fiction and, in particular, more in this world.
4/5 stars
