Even virtual worlds can turn deadly...
Third Realm is the world's most popular fully-immersive game world. Competition between players is fierce, with the best and brightest aspiring to ascend as gods.
Stephanie Kane is a talented Cambridge graduate, reformed gamer and cyberpunk. Headhunted to the Information Warfare section of Omega Division, she jumps at the opportunity to join Europe's elite Special Forces regiment. When she is tasked with investigating the brutal murder of a prominent Third Realm player, she is quickly in above her head. There is more at stake than she could ever have imagined and there is a real danger of her first mission also being her last.
Lara is a troubled teenage ballerina with a shameful secret and blood on her hands. Seeking an escape, she forges a reputation in Third Realm as a deadly assassin. Then her real problems begin…
James is a gifted Academy student with a bright future. He is having the time of his life until his actions in Third Realm bring real world consequences. When his family comes under threat, it’s no longer an adventure he seeks, but vengeance.
Brought together by Stephanie's investigation, they face dangers in multiple realities and uncover a secret nations will kill for to control.
As they contend with Special Forces raids, magic duels and a struggle between gods, angels and humans, they learn two things. The future is a dangerous place and even virtual worlds can turn deadly…
Some reviews of DEiFIED
Kindle Sample only - one of the best sci-fi indies I've read 10 Nov 2011
By Andrew Ives
Format:Kindle Edition
I liked the cover from the outset and after the first few pages of thinking "what is this?", it all started to make sense and the premise is a very good one. It's exactly the kind of sci-fi sub-genre that I like and which is quite rare to find, especially written this well. I feel ever so slightly mean not giving this 5/5 but I've knocked off half a star because of many tiny niggling typo or Kindle-isation errors which take the sheen off what is otherwise a pretty brilliant book. 4.5/5
Well worth a read 10 Jan 2012
By ShellyH
Format:Kindle Edition
A Great futuristic thriller with intrigue, excitement and lots of characters to get to know. There is a somewhat unexpected twist at the end that adds to the depth of the book. A thoroughly enjoyable read
took a chance - great book 17 July 2011
By Marsue
Format:Kindle Edition
Decided to take a chance on this new book after searching within techno thrillers. It was a surprisingly good read, perhaps a little slow to start but once you are in you can not stop reading. The action sequences are fantastic and the characters and ideas are both interesting and refreshing.
The book definitely draws you in and the characters come alive, making you care about their outcomes in this gripping tale. I really enjoyed the dialogue within this novel which helps to add dimensions to the overall story.
Take a chance this is an exhilarating read and you won't be disappointed!
a must read for sci-fi fans 8 July 2013
By Louise
Format:Kindle Edition
Strong characters, multiple story lines which are written in a way that makes them easy to follow whilst keeping you interested, leaves you wanting more. A great read, hoping for a sequel....
Stephanie Kane is a talented Cambridge graduate, reformed gamer and cyberpunk. Headhunted to the Information Warfare section of Omega Division, she jumps at the opportunity to join Europe's elite Special Forces regiment. When she is tasked with investigating the brutal murder of a prominent Third Realm player, she is quickly in above her head. There is more at stake than she could ever have imagined and there is a real danger of her first mission also being her last.
Lara is a troubled teenage ballerina with a shameful secret and blood on her hands. Seeking an escape, she forges a reputation in Third Realm as a deadly assassin. Then her real problems begin…
James is a gifted Academy student with a bright future. He is having the time of his life until his actions in Third Realm bring real world consequences. When his family comes under threat, it’s no longer an adventure he seeks, but vengeance.
Brought together by Stephanie's investigation, they face dangers in multiple realities and uncover a secret nations will kill for to control.
As they contend with Special Forces raids, magic duels and a struggle between gods, angels and humans, they learn two things. The future is a dangerous place and even virtual worlds can turn deadly…
Some reviews of DEiFIED
Kindle Sample only - one of the best sci-fi indies I've read 10 Nov 2011
By Andrew Ives
Format:Kindle Edition
I liked the cover from the outset and after the first few pages of thinking "what is this?", it all started to make sense and the premise is a very good one. It's exactly the kind of sci-fi sub-genre that I like and which is quite rare to find, especially written this well. I feel ever so slightly mean not giving this 5/5 but I've knocked off half a star because of many tiny niggling typo or Kindle-isation errors which take the sheen off what is otherwise a pretty brilliant book. 4.5/5
Well worth a read 10 Jan 2012
By ShellyH
Format:Kindle Edition
A Great futuristic thriller with intrigue, excitement and lots of characters to get to know. There is a somewhat unexpected twist at the end that adds to the depth of the book. A thoroughly enjoyable read
took a chance - great book 17 July 2011
By Marsue
Format:Kindle Edition
Decided to take a chance on this new book after searching within techno thrillers. It was a surprisingly good read, perhaps a little slow to start but once you are in you can not stop reading. The action sequences are fantastic and the characters and ideas are both interesting and refreshing.
The book definitely draws you in and the characters come alive, making you care about their outcomes in this gripping tale. I really enjoyed the dialogue within this novel which helps to add dimensions to the overall story.
Take a chance this is an exhilarating read and you won't be disappointed!
a must read for sci-fi fans 8 July 2013
By Louise
Format:Kindle Edition
Strong characters, multiple story lines which are written in a way that makes them easy to follow whilst keeping you interested, leaves you wanting more. A great read, hoping for a sequel....