The Downloaded
by Robert J. Sawyer
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Pub Date May 07 2024 | Archive Date Apr 30 2024
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Description
In 2059 two very different groups have their minds uploaded into a quantum computer in Waterloo, Ontario.
One group consists of astronauts preparing for Earth’s first interstellar voyage.
The other? Convicted murderers, serving their sentences in a virtual-reality prison.
But when disaster strikes, the astronauts and the prisoners must download back into physical reality and find a way to work together to save Earth from destruction
A Note From the Publisher
Advance Praise
“The Downloaded absolutely sizzles with fascinating ideas.” —Robert Charles Wilson, Hugo Award-winning author of Spin
“A wicked-smart thrill ride from start to finish. I loved it.” —Sylvain Neuvel, bestselling author of A History of What Comes Next
“The Downloaded is a wonderful demonstration of Sawyer’s deep understanding of — and compassion for — people. It’s a rare and potent humanity that elevates his work high above the rest.” —Julie E. Czerneda, Aurora Award-winning author of To Each This World
“In The Downloaded, Sawyer proves he’s not just a master at using science fiction to address social issues but also a master at portraying diverse characters.” —James Alan Gardner, Theodore Sturgeon Award-winning author of Commitment Hour
“One of the best SF novels I’ve read in years.” —Allen Steele, Hugo Award-winning author of Coyote
Marketing Plan
Six-city author book tour plus science-fiction conventions across North America and literary festivals across Canada; extensive blog tour and online publicity; radio and TV interviews (Sawyer has done over 800 radio and TV interviews to date).
The Downloaded debuted in a six-month exclusive window as an Audible Original narrated by Academy Award-winner Brendan Fraser promoted by national TV and radio ad campaigns. This print edition is coming out immediately after Audible's exclusivity ends.
Available Editions
EDITION | Paperback |
ISBN | 9781989398999 |
PRICE | $14.95 (USD) |
Available on NetGalley
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