Agency
Agency
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
San Francisco, California • Near Future
2020
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Agency, William Gibson explores two intertwined narratives: a young woman navigating a near-future San Francisco with advanced AI technology, and another character in an alternate 22nd century trying to alter timelines. The novel examines themes of technology, power, and temporality through intricate, parallel storylines.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
William Gibson's Agency garners praise for its imaginative narrative and intricate world-building, immersing readers in a richly detailed speculative future. Critics commend Gibson's signature cyberpunk flair and thought-provoking themes. However, some find the plot convoluted and characters underdeveloped. Overall, Agency is a compelling, though occasionally challenging, read.
Who Should Read Agency?
Fans of speculative fiction, cyberpunk, and alternate realities who enjoyed Neuromancer by William Gibson or Snow Crash by Neal Stephenson will revel in Agency by William Gibson. The book intricately weaves futuristic technology with complex plots, appealing to readers who appreciate genre-bending narratives and thought-provoking scenarios.
413
Novel • Fiction
San Francisco, California • Near Future
2020
Adult
18+ years
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