System 2.0 - Division of Powers
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A series of terrorist attacks have rocked the System and brought back the ghost of ancient conflicts.
Esther Certaine is on the case with a new partner and feeling that all is not as it appears...
This story is set in the System - a utopian society which has emerged after years of conflict and injustice. The world is managed by a powerful group of artificial personalities who spend their time in virtual worlds. Human beings change their bodies and their DNA to extend and improve their lives. New worlds are colonised by intelligent machines and strange organic creations.
This world was introduced in my earlier novel, "System". The story continues as society picks up the pieces after the "Assassination Crisis". Who will fill the gaps left by Crittis and Gastis? What can be done to restore confidence? While leaders are focussing on the last crisis, a new threat is emerging...
This is the second of my stories to be set in the System. There are links to the first book, but it's a stand-alone story. I hope you enjoy it.
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