Neuromancer by William Gibson Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of Neuromancer
Book Review: ...Read this book...Um, How about No.
Summary: 2 Stars
First of all, let me state that I have never been a fan of science fiction. So, when I began reading this book I was probably bias in many ways. However, when I actually got into this novel, I realized that it was not my bias that was the problem; it was the book. The only way you can enjoy this story is if you are a computer techy, or if you happen to know the japanese language. I spent half of my time online looking for a freaking japanese dictionary so I could understand what the author was talking about. And, by the time I actually got back to the book, I had forgotten what I had previously read. If the author had provided a glossary of terms for incomprehensible language he used, then perhaps the story would have been easier to follow. But, he failed to do this and in the process lost much of his audience. Do not read this book if you do not have time to spend with it. Do not read this book if you value your sanity. In fact...just don't read this book.Book Review: 99% style, 1% story.
Summary: 2 Stars
While I happen to think Gibson is vastly talented writer, he has this annoying tendency to keep re-writing the same story. I've read most of Gibson's work hoping to like him but find myself falling asleep. His style almost borders on the vindictive, though I find myself re-reading passages over and over again because he is a good writer. Gibson is a bit of a show off and a good one. I recommend his short stories. If you prefer the 'invisible' styles of Orson Scott Card and Philip K. Dick, I suggest you avoid this one.
Book Review: A Classic
Summary: 5 Stars
This book is one of my favorite science fiction novels.Gibson's cyberpunk classic is film noir mixed with computers and space stations. The somewhat naive view of computer use in the future was kind of noticeable, but it's a minor qualm. Sure, the characters are ripped from a standard detective story, but that's not the point. The story shows the breakdown of interpersonal relationships, and how morality is affected by technology. The "dark side" of cloning, genetic engineering, cryogenics, and more are showed in this novel. The core of the story, is dark and a bit frightening, and it makes you think about what could happen (maybe already happening) in our world if we let technology run rampant without morality.
Book Review: A CyberPunk Thriller that will twist your mind!
Summary: 5 Stars
For all those hapless techno weanie morons that hated this book I have one explination. Your small minds can't fathom pure techno-poetry in motion! Any one who has bothered to actually read this book knows what I speak of. I highly recomend this book as one that will twist your mind. Read all three or you will not get the full brunt of his story. By the way. THE MOVIE IS BEING MADE! Look for the .org web site set up for it! YES! Matrix eat CyberDust!
Book Review: A Great Cyber-Thriller
Summary: 4 Stars
A fast paced intelligent book that I enjoyed reading.