- Mass Market Paperback: 322 pages
- Publisher: Del Rey Books; Reprint edition (1 Sep 1996)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 034538847X
- ISBN-13: 978-0345388476
- Product Dimensions: 17 x 9.9 x 2.5 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 2,272,480 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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EVERYTHING YOU THINK YOU KNOW IS WRONG...
That was the strange message left on Cory Maddox's e-mail--just at the moment when years of work on a revolutionary subspace computer system were about to pay off. Nothing would be the same for Cory again. Suddenly his life was thrown into chaos when the company that controlled his patent was sold out from under him, and instead of imminent wealth, Cory was facing immediate poverty. Then along came Alan Stark, who wanted to recruit Cory for a special research project on virtual reality.
Initially thrilled to be involved, Cory quickly discovered that there was nothing virtual about the realities he was working on. Instead, he found that Stark was on the verge of controlling the very fabric of reality itself.
Cory was unsure of Stark's ultimate goal until he began to recall pieces of another life and found himself in the middle of a battle between two groups of people who could use "rabbit holes" in space and time to jump between different realities, personalities, and lives. Whoever had control of the power to shape reality would have the power to become a god--or a devil. But before Cory could combat Stark and his minions, he first had to remember which side he was on...
That was the strange message left on Cory Maddox's e-mail--just at the moment when years of work on a revolutionary subspace computer system were about to pay off. Nothing would be the same for Cory again. Suddenly his life was thrown into chaos when the company that controlled his patent was sold out from under him, and instead of imminent wealth, Cory was facing immediate poverty. Then along came Alan Stark, who wanted to recruit Cory for a special research project on virtual reality.
Initially thrilled to be involved, Cory quickly discovered that there was nothing virtual about the realities he was working on. Instead, he found that Stark was on the verge of controlling the very fabric of reality itself.
Cory was unsure of Stark's ultimate goal until he began to recall pieces of another life and found himself in the middle of a battle between two groups of people who could use "rabbit holes" in space and time to jump between different realities, personalities, and lives. Whoever had control of the power to shape reality would have the power to become a god--or a devil. But before Cory could combat Stark and his minions, he first had to remember which side he was on...
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Format:Paperback
Chalker admits that he drew inspiration from two early works of Philip K. Dick and anyone who has seen 'The Matrix' may find a familiar feel to parts of the plot (this book predates the film).
Cory Maddox works for a small hi-tech company based in Seattle. His situation, his world, start out seeming familiar and normal, but then he learns that his employer is about to be bought out, realises he is being bugged and is shadowed by a mysterious and beautiful femme fatale...
The pace builds nicely, until it is relentless, as Maddox comes to question how much of 'reality' is real and how much is computer-generated.
Chalker specialises in 'transformation' stories, in which his characters often end up changing race, species, sex. In this first of 'The Wonderland Gambit' nothing is sacred - even reality itself proves fluid, as Maddox finds his life becoming stranger and less secure by the page. He comes to realise there is a war being waged; one he might be able to influence, if only he can work out which side he is on.
Classic Chalker. Exciting, inventive and possessing a surrealism that is only accentuated by the constant references to Alice in Wonderland.
Format:Mass Market Paperback
Mr Chalker takes an ongoing presence in the works of the great Phillip K. Dick, and spins the begginigs of a series that will not let any fans down. the nature of reality, in question for the protagonist, as he shuffles from life to life offers a challenging mystery, as to the mystery of our existence, and its ultimate nature. A must read for fans, and worthy of comparisson to the infamous Well World series of books.
Format:Mass Market Paperback
Chalker takes a great premise (and acknowledges Philip Dick for the inspiration) and makes a terrific story from it. Along the way, the thoughtful reader finds him/herself questioning their perceived reality and considering things in new and different ways. A fascinating side-door introduction into many mystical principles. I've no idea if Chalker intended it so, but that is how it seemed to me. Easy reading considering the non-normal concepts.
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Excellent - A great read!
Chalker always amazes me with his imagination. Much of fantasy/science fiction literature follows familiar established themes with some originality thrown in from time to time. Read more
Published on 15 April 1997
Disconcerting. Question Reality.
If you enjoy books that make you think, this one will set your gears a-spinnin' at high speed! The premise is wonderful, the characters well-drawn and constantly changing their... Read more
Published on 6 Mar 1997
Strong opening to series, with a several confusing parts.
I am optimistic about the story line itself.
The concept of alternate universes and a "true" existence
are fascinating ideas. Read more
The concept of alternate universes and a "true" existence
are fascinating ideas. Read more
Published on 10 Dec 1996
Slightly above average Chalker.
After reading the latest Chalker well world book I was wary.
The last well world book was not up to par in my estimate.
The Cybernetic Walrus was pretty good overall. Read more
The last well world book was not up to par in my estimate.
The Cybernetic Walrus was pretty good overall. Read more
Published on 30 Aug 1996
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