Daemon

A book that's more about scenarios than about characters. Using the theme of technology gone rogue, this is a gripping read. Just when you think that the story has gone over-the-top, the next chapter tops itself. Great reading for geeks and gamers alike.

Wow. This was very cool. Geek cool. There are two definitions of “daemon” that apply here: 1) a person who is part mortal and part god and 2) a process lurking in the background, usually unnoticed, until something triggers it into action. For example, the sendmail daemon awakes whenever someone sends mail. This is the story about a computer game company CEO whose death triggers a daemon with extremely deadly results. Detective Pete Sebeck investigates a strange death which sets the story in motion. From there it barrels along at speed. The technology in the book exists today but the way it's used here is scary. Makes for a very exciting and captivating book. It also takes several plot twists you won't see coming. I raced through this story. My only complaint is that there are some loose threads not wrapped up at the end. For those, presumably, we need to read the sequel, Freedom™. Also, be prepared for a high body count.

Wonderful, wonderful read. I'm taking off one star because I found the ending to be very... well, not to my liking. I thought it was too abrupt, and I didn't feel like anything was resolved. Maybe it was supposed to be, but I tend to like closure.

A really well written technology gone bad murder story. Its hard to put this one into words without giving it away. But if you like technology, computer security, and suspense, this is a good read.

If you're into hacking or security, the author did a great job working the latest net experiences into the book and keeping it key to the story. WOW, chat, hacks, cracks, trojans, social engineering... its all there! And best of all, it properly used!