In this "strong techno-thriller, [the] noirish narrative voice stands out as [a] real strength. . . . Compelling writing separates this from similar works" (Publishers Weekly). Avery Cates is a very rich man. He's probably the richest criminal in New York City. But right now, Avery Cates is pissed. Because everyone around him has just started to die—in a particularly gruesome way. With every moment bringing the human race closer to extinction, Cates finds himself in the role of both executioner and savior of the entire world.
In this "strong techno-thriller, [the] noirish narrative voice stands out as [a] real strength. . . . Compelling writing separates this from similar works" (Publishers Weekly). Avery Cates is a very rich man. He's probably the richest criminal in New York City. But right now, Avery Cates is pissed. Because everyone around him has just started to die—in a particularly gruesome way. With every moment bringing the human race closer to extinction, Cates finds himself in the role of both executioner and savior of the entire world.
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