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KRIS PR: Deus Ex Homine
In the crumbling sprawl of Neo-Manchester, where the Corp rules and the Temple enforces, one man’s body becomes the battlefield for a war he never wanted to be a part of.
Kris Peterson was a decorated officer, until the day the system he served carved him apart. Rebuilt as a cyborg under false pretenses, Kris emerges not as a hero but as a rogue Edit: engineered, enslaved, and ultimately expendable. Hunted by the state, haunted by the past, he finds himself drawn into the underground rebellion of the Reli, faith-fueled outcasts waging a quiet war for freedom and identity.
As the city fractures and his body evolves into something beyond human, Kris must navigate shifting loyalties, synthetic prophets, and the bitter ghosts of failed revolutions. Each step brings him closer to the truth, about the Corp, the Temple, and himself.
There is no resurrection without ruin.
KRIS PR is the opening salvo in a hard-edged, neon-drenched saga of bioengineering, techno-religion, and fractured identity. G.S. Morgan weaves a brutal, cerebral debut that collides cyberpunk aesthetics with philosophical grit. Perfect for fans of Ghost in the Shell, Altered Carbon, and Blade Runner.
Kris Peterson was a decorated officer, until the day the system he served carved him apart. Rebuilt as a cyborg under false pretenses, Kris emerges not as a hero but as a rogue Edit: engineered, enslaved, and ultimately expendable. Hunted by the state, haunted by the past, he finds himself drawn into the underground rebellion of the Reli, faith-fueled outcasts waging a quiet war for freedom and identity.
As the city fractures and his body evolves into something beyond human, Kris must navigate shifting loyalties, synthetic prophets, and the bitter ghosts of failed revolutions. Each step brings him closer to the truth, about the Corp, the Temple, and himself.
There is no resurrection without ruin.
KRIS PR is the opening salvo in a hard-edged, neon-drenched saga of bioengineering, techno-religion, and fractured identity. G.S. Morgan weaves a brutal, cerebral debut that collides cyberpunk aesthetics with philosophical grit. Perfect for fans of Ghost in the Shell, Altered Carbon, and Blade Runner.
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Published May 26, 2025
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G.S. Morgan
1 book1 followerGS Morgan spent nearly two decades as a police officer before realising reality wasn’t cyberpunk enough - so he wrote his own.
A former chief inspector, hostage negotiator, and emergency responder, Morgan has seen first-hand how power structures shape people, and how people can fight back. Now, as an academic and researcher in policing, technology, and security, he spends his time examining how systems of control operate, both in real life and in the dystopian worlds he creates.
His debut novel, KRIS.PR.: Deus Ex Hominus, blends genetic supremacy, cybernetic warfare, and the philosophical descent into posthumanism. It asks a simple question: What happens when a perfect, physical human specimen is forced to evolve?
When he’s not writing about black-market augments, rogue law enforcers, and the slow erosion of free will, Morgan can be found analysing police recruitment, cognitive decision-making, and why people make terrible choices under pressure - a skill that comes in handy when plotting cyberpunk thrillers.
Connect with him at gs-morgan.com, or find him lurking in neon-lit dystopias on X (@GSMorgan_).
A former chief inspector, hostage negotiator, and emergency responder, Morgan has seen first-hand how power structures shape people, and how people can fight back. Now, as an academic and researcher in policing, technology, and security, he spends his time examining how systems of control operate, both in real life and in the dystopian worlds he creates.
His debut novel, KRIS.PR.: Deus Ex Hominus, blends genetic supremacy, cybernetic warfare, and the philosophical descent into posthumanism. It asks a simple question: What happens when a perfect, physical human specimen is forced to evolve?
When he’s not writing about black-market augments, rogue law enforcers, and the slow erosion of free will, Morgan can be found analysing police recruitment, cognitive decision-making, and why people make terrible choices under pressure - a skill that comes in handy when plotting cyberpunk thrillers.
Connect with him at gs-morgan.com, or find him lurking in neon-lit dystopias on X (@GSMorgan_).
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April 25, 2025
Kris PR by G.S. Morgan is a Cyberpunk, Sci-fi novel. It follows Kris Peterson, a Special Tasks Police Officer in Manchester, as his life is turned upside down after encountering a girl called Aimee. Kris is an Edit-a "clean" genetically enhanced human with no tech augmentations. Aimee, on the other hand, has both Edit and Tech Augmentations, something never seen before, not only on the mix, but on the nature of them as well. In an effort to keep the girl safe, Kris gets involved in a fight against a shadowy Corp.
I'll be honest here: When I started reading the book I must admit I wasn't too convinced. The writing was good, it was certainly very descriptive (leaning on a little too descriptive sometimes-which isn't bad, more of a preference thing on how much description you enjoy), but there was also quite a lot of what felt like info-dumping on the start.
Don't get me wrong, it was properly woven in between actions, interior monologue and description, so it didn't feel like just one giant block of information, but it was still a little heavy handed to the point where I wondered if it couldn't have been peppered in later.
However, getting past the first couple chapters, that initial information-feeding eased up and the real story began.
I did quite enjoy the story. I love cyberpunk stories, and this one didn't veer too far from the basics of what make Cyberpunk what it is. The whole idea of finding underground/forbidden/never before seen tech attached to children and needing to keep them safe was interesting and kept me wanting to learn more about what was going on.
The worldbuilding was great. There are Edits/Űber, which are genetically engineered (and only that), and who follow a religion derived from Nietzsche's teachings. Tech-heads: Augmented people that use technology, your more typical modder type thing; and Reli, who follow the old religions
The three are very distinct and don't usually mingle given their different religious and moral views, which makes for an interesting undercurrent between factions.
The characters were... I had complex feelings about them. I had no real feel for Kris at the start other than him being an Edit and the religious teachings he followed.
Aimee I didn't much vibe with at the start, but she grew on me towards the end-kind of the exact opposite effect of what Kris had.
I kept trying to like Kris, but then would do or say something that made me sigh and feel like he really needed to get his brain into gear. I did enjoy his characterization through his darkest hours-when his world really flips over and changes for good. But after that, he was still quite frustrating.
I liked John, he was an interesting character. But I think my favorite in terms of depth and personality was definitely Canen, who is, through it all, an antagonist to Kris.
Overall, the story is quite entertaining, even with me not quite liking the main character as much, the others made up for him.
But I do think if you are a reader who doesn't like long descriptions, you might not enjoy the book quite as much due to it being quite heavy on those.
Also, the story seems to explore a lot of themes like religion, control, and genetic supremacy, so make sure you're ready for it if you start the series!
Overall, Kris PR is quite the entertaining read.
I'm interested to see what the rest of the series holds, since, though the story was wrapped up well, his character arc is clearly still building and there is more going on in the background that could use exploring. I'd really like to see Kris become someone a little less frustratingly naive, and see more of what Canen is planning.
Kris PR is set out to release on the 30th of May. Check out the Author's Website for more information at: https://gs-morgan.com/
The ARC to Kris PR was provided by the author in exchange of an honest review.
I'll be honest here: When I started reading the book I must admit I wasn't too convinced. The writing was good, it was certainly very descriptive (leaning on a little too descriptive sometimes-which isn't bad, more of a preference thing on how much description you enjoy), but there was also quite a lot of what felt like info-dumping on the start.
Don't get me wrong, it was properly woven in between actions, interior monologue and description, so it didn't feel like just one giant block of information, but it was still a little heavy handed to the point where I wondered if it couldn't have been peppered in later.
However, getting past the first couple chapters, that initial information-feeding eased up and the real story began.
I did quite enjoy the story. I love cyberpunk stories, and this one didn't veer too far from the basics of what make Cyberpunk what it is. The whole idea of finding underground/forbidden/never before seen tech attached to children and needing to keep them safe was interesting and kept me wanting to learn more about what was going on.
The worldbuilding was great. There are Edits/Űber, which are genetically engineered (and only that), and who follow a religion derived from Nietzsche's teachings. Tech-heads: Augmented people that use technology, your more typical modder type thing; and Reli, who follow the old religions
The three are very distinct and don't usually mingle given their different religious and moral views, which makes for an interesting undercurrent between factions.
The characters were... I had complex feelings about them. I had no real feel for Kris at the start other than him being an Edit and the religious teachings he followed.
Aimee I didn't much vibe with at the start, but she grew on me towards the end-kind of the exact opposite effect of what Kris had.
I kept trying to like Kris, but then would do or say something that made me sigh and feel like he really needed to get his brain into gear. I did enjoy his characterization through his darkest hours-when his world really flips over and changes for good. But after that, he was still quite frustrating.
I liked John, he was an interesting character. But I think my favorite in terms of depth and personality was definitely Canen, who is, through it all, an antagonist to Kris.
Overall, the story is quite entertaining, even with me not quite liking the main character as much, the others made up for him.
But I do think if you are a reader who doesn't like long descriptions, you might not enjoy the book quite as much due to it being quite heavy on those.
Also, the story seems to explore a lot of themes like religion, control, and genetic supremacy, so make sure you're ready for it if you start the series!
Overall, Kris PR is quite the entertaining read.
I'm interested to see what the rest of the series holds, since, though the story was wrapped up well, his character arc is clearly still building and there is more going on in the background that could use exploring. I'd really like to see Kris become someone a little less frustratingly naive, and see more of what Canen is planning.
Kris PR is set out to release on the 30th of May. Check out the Author's Website for more information at: https://gs-morgan.com/
The ARC to Kris PR was provided by the author in exchange of an honest review.
May 28, 2025
A Broken Future Told with Unflinching Honest
The dynamic between Kris and Aimee is what kept me going. Sure, there’s cyberpunk stuff, but what sticks is the tenderness in the quiet moments and the haunting past they both try to escape. I didn’t expect to care as much as I did.
The dynamic between Kris and Aimee is what kept me going. Sure, there’s cyberpunk stuff, but what sticks is the tenderness in the quiet moments and the haunting past they both try to escape. I didn’t expect to care as much as I did.
April 25, 2025
This is not my usual genre of fiction but I was attracted by the thriller/law enforcement links.
I was drawn in by the character Kris from page 1 and was gripped very early in wanting to know more about his story and how his character would develop. And it did not disappoint! No spoilers but it is hard not to be pulled in by this character.
I really like the writing style in this book, the descriptions and language place you into the world that is being described and I was able to envision this somewhat disturbing but interesting future world.
I would highly recommend this book – step out of your comfort zone and explore something new. I am excited to see what this writer will produce next.
I was drawn in by the character Kris from page 1 and was gripped very early in wanting to know more about his story and how his character would develop. And it did not disappoint! No spoilers but it is hard not to be pulled in by this character.
I really like the writing style in this book, the descriptions and language place you into the world that is being described and I was able to envision this somewhat disturbing but interesting future world.
I would highly recommend this book – step out of your comfort zone and explore something new. I am excited to see what this writer will produce next.
September 29, 2025
Kris PR is a cyberpunk sci-fi techno thriller featuring the challenges faced by Kris Peterson, a police officer who stumbles into a complicated situation. The story is set in Manchester, England, in a future where humanity is becoming lost in a world of gene enhancement, cybernetic implants, and a world controlled by corporate greed and control.
I was taken in by the story from the opening pages. It is a fast-paced thriller that kept me enthralled all the way through. I enjoyed the twists and turns as the story unfolded. Kris quickly became a character I deeply cared about. The book has deep emotional content thanks to the well-written characters.
Manchester is a beautiful city today, but Morgan envisions the Manchester of the future to be much like the city depicted in the Blade Runner (1982) film. The entire city is lit up by neon advertisements, that is, except for the dark alleys where some of the book is set.
Kris PR has an interesting philosophical element involved as he tries to sort out how to be a better human. Pay attention to the epigraphs at the beginning of each chapter.
While on patrol, Manchester Police Officer Kris Peterson is approached by a young girl requesting his help because she is being chased by a stranger. When he moves to help her, he comes under attack and barely escapes. He takes the girl, Aimee, to his home because of a special ability she has.
He learns she has been kept in a facility under less-than-ideal circumstances. As he investigates her story, he finds himself embroiled in a desperate fight, almost losing his life.
The same person who nearly beat Kris to death drops him off at an office where he receives illegal military-grade implants greatly augmenting his already genetically enhanced abilities. Unfortunately, this combination is unacceptable to the society he lives in. He is an outsider, shunned by nearly everyone, and his new mission is to survive and stay away from the Corp, who desperately wants him under their control.
There are numerous characters introduced in this first installment of Morgan's Fractured Ascension series. The principal character, Kris, is the point-of-view character for most of the book. He is what is known as an "Edit," someone who has had their genes edited to make them the best human specimens they can be. Kris, for the most part, is just a person. Because of his genetics, he has abilities beyond others. Kris is an admirable person with a good sense of right and wrong. He thinks situations through, and this is what gets him into trouble, because he cannot see what is happening below the surface and it costs him dearly. He is going to have a difficult time keeping ahead of the Corp as he fights a system that has little value for life beyond what it can do for them.
My favorite plot point in Kris PR is the very detailed description of the installation of Kris' cybernetic enhancements and his recovery from the beating he took. That part of the book was some of the best sci-fi writing I have ever read! It made me cringe several times as I read it and was so well written that I could see exactly what was happening in my mind's eye. Amazing stuff!
Another favorite part was the banter between Kris and Aimee, while she was at his apartment. While Kris is smart, Aimee seemed smarter than him in other ways. They were a bit standoffish when they first met, but once Aimee learned she could trust Kris, their interaction was a blast to read.
A theme that stands out to me in this tale is the growing conflict between humanity and technology. Currently, we are at the dawn of integrating technology into our lives in many ways. One of the most recent is the use of artificial intelligence. A friend who teaches writing is constantly finding her students submitting papers that are completely written by AI. My friend is becoming frustrated by this trend and has to submit numerous disciplinary reports to the dean of the college every semester. It is getting worse all the time. What the author of this Kris PR does - for me, at least - is project the use of technology far into the future, and what the implications might be when integrated into humans. The character Kris gets tech installed in a deep way, and doesn't want it, but it is there, nevertheless. What ethical questions arise as a result? Is it good or bad? These are just a couple of questions humans will face as we move into the future.
This is not a new trope in science fiction literature, but I like the way the author handles it because Kris is so determined not to lose his humanity.
My takeaway from Kris PR is to wonder whether post-humanistic ideas are being forced upon us, or is it a continuation of evolution? Now, there's something to think about.
At the bottom line, Kris PR is a great work of modern sci-fi. It is deeply entertaining while still making one think about future implications. It deals with complicated issues, but the writing is so clear, those ideas are easily communicated to the reader. The emotional context is all over the spectrum. The world-building is great, colorful, and oftentimes on the scary side.
Readers who are sensitive to graphic scenes of violence may want to think about whether they want to read this. But if you enjoy lots of action with interesting characters, pick this one up. High recommendations!
I was taken in by the story from the opening pages. It is a fast-paced thriller that kept me enthralled all the way through. I enjoyed the twists and turns as the story unfolded. Kris quickly became a character I deeply cared about. The book has deep emotional content thanks to the well-written characters.
Manchester is a beautiful city today, but Morgan envisions the Manchester of the future to be much like the city depicted in the Blade Runner (1982) film. The entire city is lit up by neon advertisements, that is, except for the dark alleys where some of the book is set.
Kris PR has an interesting philosophical element involved as he tries to sort out how to be a better human. Pay attention to the epigraphs at the beginning of each chapter.
While on patrol, Manchester Police Officer Kris Peterson is approached by a young girl requesting his help because she is being chased by a stranger. When he moves to help her, he comes under attack and barely escapes. He takes the girl, Aimee, to his home because of a special ability she has.
He learns she has been kept in a facility under less-than-ideal circumstances. As he investigates her story, he finds himself embroiled in a desperate fight, almost losing his life.
The same person who nearly beat Kris to death drops him off at an office where he receives illegal military-grade implants greatly augmenting his already genetically enhanced abilities. Unfortunately, this combination is unacceptable to the society he lives in. He is an outsider, shunned by nearly everyone, and his new mission is to survive and stay away from the Corp, who desperately wants him under their control.
There are numerous characters introduced in this first installment of Morgan's Fractured Ascension series. The principal character, Kris, is the point-of-view character for most of the book. He is what is known as an "Edit," someone who has had their genes edited to make them the best human specimens they can be. Kris, for the most part, is just a person. Because of his genetics, he has abilities beyond others. Kris is an admirable person with a good sense of right and wrong. He thinks situations through, and this is what gets him into trouble, because he cannot see what is happening below the surface and it costs him dearly. He is going to have a difficult time keeping ahead of the Corp as he fights a system that has little value for life beyond what it can do for them.
My favorite plot point in Kris PR is the very detailed description of the installation of Kris' cybernetic enhancements and his recovery from the beating he took. That part of the book was some of the best sci-fi writing I have ever read! It made me cringe several times as I read it and was so well written that I could see exactly what was happening in my mind's eye. Amazing stuff!
Another favorite part was the banter between Kris and Aimee, while she was at his apartment. While Kris is smart, Aimee seemed smarter than him in other ways. They were a bit standoffish when they first met, but once Aimee learned she could trust Kris, their interaction was a blast to read.
A theme that stands out to me in this tale is the growing conflict between humanity and technology. Currently, we are at the dawn of integrating technology into our lives in many ways. One of the most recent is the use of artificial intelligence. A friend who teaches writing is constantly finding her students submitting papers that are completely written by AI. My friend is becoming frustrated by this trend and has to submit numerous disciplinary reports to the dean of the college every semester. It is getting worse all the time. What the author of this Kris PR does - for me, at least - is project the use of technology far into the future, and what the implications might be when integrated into humans. The character Kris gets tech installed in a deep way, and doesn't want it, but it is there, nevertheless. What ethical questions arise as a result? Is it good or bad? These are just a couple of questions humans will face as we move into the future.
This is not a new trope in science fiction literature, but I like the way the author handles it because Kris is so determined not to lose his humanity.
My takeaway from Kris PR is to wonder whether post-humanistic ideas are being forced upon us, or is it a continuation of evolution? Now, there's something to think about.
At the bottom line, Kris PR is a great work of modern sci-fi. It is deeply entertaining while still making one think about future implications. It deals with complicated issues, but the writing is so clear, those ideas are easily communicated to the reader. The emotional context is all over the spectrum. The world-building is great, colorful, and oftentimes on the scary side.
Readers who are sensitive to graphic scenes of violence may want to think about whether they want to read this. But if you enjoy lots of action with interesting characters, pick this one up. High recommendations!
May 22, 2025
KRIS PR is a wild, heart-thumping ride through a neon-soaked Manchester of the future, where genetic editing and cybernetic mods clash with old-school policing and gritty human instinct. The book centers around Kris, an “Edit” police officer, genetically enhanced but fiercely clinging to human values, who stumbles across a mysterious girl named Aimee. She's young, scared, possibly modded beyond anything he's seen, and very much in danger. From that moment on, everything goes sideways. The novel blends cyberpunk dystopia with raw character introspection, combining action, ideology, and just the right splash of existential dread.
G.S. Morgan doesn’t just describe a futuristic Manchester; he drops you into it with both boots on the cobbles. The prose is rich and textured, almost poetic at times, but then whips around into sharp, no-nonsense grit. Take the opening scene: Kris cruising through the night, haunted by doubt, the streets “held together with rusting – yet unyielding – steel wire.” There’s this beautiful, ugly honesty to the world. I found myself rereading lines just to soak them in. And then, the action kicks off hard. The alleyway scene where Kris finds Aimee is utterly gripping and I didn’t blink for three pages.
The ideas packed into this story go way deeper than cool tech and shootouts. Kris wrestles constantly with what it means to be “better,” as an Edit, as a man, as a protector. His Nietzschean upbringing and loyalty to "The 8" code make for some intense inner dialogue. It’s not subtle, but it doesn’t try to be. He’s torn up about fear, strength, and failure. When Kris is ambushed and chooses to flee, only to later wrestle with profound shame and guilt in the wreckage of his overturned patrol car, the moment lands with striking emotional weight. It's raw, honest, and deeply human. He isn’t portrayed as an invincible figure; he’s someone navigating fear and survival in a world that demands perfection. That kind of vulnerability, especially within a narrative dominated by enhanced beings, feels both rare and powerful.
Then there is Aimee, a character cloaked in enigma, her presence both unsettling and compelling. She appears to be an ordinary child, yet her connection to advanced biotechnology, including a remarkable ability to quite literally vanish, sets her apart in ways that challenge both the reader and Kris himself. Despite the extraordinary nature of her abilities, she is never reduced to a mere plot device. She is perceptive, composed, and retains a quiet innocence that contrasts sharply with the chaos around her. The relationship between Kris and Aimee is layered with unease and quiet empathy, complex, unfinished, and refreshingly ambiguous. What stands out is that Kris doesn’t fully understand his own drive to protect her. There is no grand revelation or heroic rationale, only instinct, and a deeply human impulse to act in the face of uncertainty. It’s this restrained, unresolved tension that gives the story emotional depth beyond the conventions of typical science fiction.
KRIS PR blew me away. It’s a genre-bending, brain-scrambling mix of noir, sci-fi, and psychological drama with a sharp philosophical edge. The writing's bold. The world is cracked and humming. The characters, especially Kris, are deeply flawed and alive. If you like your stories with tension, tech, and a soul, this one’s for you. I'd recommend it to fans of Blade Runner, Altered Carbon, or anyone who’s into thoughtful action stories with bite.
G.S. Morgan doesn’t just describe a futuristic Manchester; he drops you into it with both boots on the cobbles. The prose is rich and textured, almost poetic at times, but then whips around into sharp, no-nonsense grit. Take the opening scene: Kris cruising through the night, haunted by doubt, the streets “held together with rusting – yet unyielding – steel wire.” There’s this beautiful, ugly honesty to the world. I found myself rereading lines just to soak them in. And then, the action kicks off hard. The alleyway scene where Kris finds Aimee is utterly gripping and I didn’t blink for three pages.
The ideas packed into this story go way deeper than cool tech and shootouts. Kris wrestles constantly with what it means to be “better,” as an Edit, as a man, as a protector. His Nietzschean upbringing and loyalty to "The 8" code make for some intense inner dialogue. It’s not subtle, but it doesn’t try to be. He’s torn up about fear, strength, and failure. When Kris is ambushed and chooses to flee, only to later wrestle with profound shame and guilt in the wreckage of his overturned patrol car, the moment lands with striking emotional weight. It's raw, honest, and deeply human. He isn’t portrayed as an invincible figure; he’s someone navigating fear and survival in a world that demands perfection. That kind of vulnerability, especially within a narrative dominated by enhanced beings, feels both rare and powerful.
Then there is Aimee, a character cloaked in enigma, her presence both unsettling and compelling. She appears to be an ordinary child, yet her connection to advanced biotechnology, including a remarkable ability to quite literally vanish, sets her apart in ways that challenge both the reader and Kris himself. Despite the extraordinary nature of her abilities, she is never reduced to a mere plot device. She is perceptive, composed, and retains a quiet innocence that contrasts sharply with the chaos around her. The relationship between Kris and Aimee is layered with unease and quiet empathy, complex, unfinished, and refreshingly ambiguous. What stands out is that Kris doesn’t fully understand his own drive to protect her. There is no grand revelation or heroic rationale, only instinct, and a deeply human impulse to act in the face of uncertainty. It’s this restrained, unresolved tension that gives the story emotional depth beyond the conventions of typical science fiction.
KRIS PR blew me away. It’s a genre-bending, brain-scrambling mix of noir, sci-fi, and psychological drama with a sharp philosophical edge. The writing's bold. The world is cracked and humming. The characters, especially Kris, are deeply flawed and alive. If you like your stories with tension, tech, and a soul, this one’s for you. I'd recommend it to fans of Blade Runner, Altered Carbon, or anyone who’s into thoughtful action stories with bite.
May 31, 2025
A dystopian masterpiece - unmissable
A Dystopian Masterpiece That Cuts Deep, Unmissable!
KRIS PR: Deus Ex Homine by G.S. Morgan isn’t just a book it’s a full-bodied plunge into a future so vividly rendered, it feels more like lived experience than fiction. Rarely do I come across a debut that grips this hard and leaves such a lasting mark.
From page one, Morgan throws readers into the smoke-choked alleys and glass towers of 2124 Manchester, where synthetic faith and engineered obedience collide in a world teetering between salvation and damnation. The world-building is impressively dense without ever being dull, immersive, not resorting to exposition dumps. You don’t read this world, you breathe it.
But it’s Kris himself who steals the show. A genetically engineered cop bred for unquestioning loyalty, suddenly faced with the unbearable burden of choice, his arc is emotionally raw and philosophically profound. As he fights to protect Aimee, a girl wrapped in as much mystery as danger, you feel every fracture in his armor, every pulse of doubt, every surge of conscience. Rarely is inner conflict written with such brutal grace.
This is cyber-noir with a soul, just think Blade Runner meets Equilibrium, written with sharp intelligence and empathy. Morgan’s background in law enforcement brings an eerie authenticity to the narrative; the way control is systematized and belief is commodified feels chillingly real.
What really sets this novel apart is its moral complexity. There are no easy heroes, no black-and-white answers. It dares to ask: if faith is programmed and purity is enforced, where does the human spirit go to survive?
By the end, I was left breathless, reflective, and aching for the next installment in the Fractured Ascension series. This isn’t just a five-star read, it’s prophetic, and a damn good ride.
Bravo, G.S. Morgan. You’ve set a new bar.
A Dystopian Masterpiece That Cuts Deep, Unmissable!
KRIS PR: Deus Ex Homine by G.S. Morgan isn’t just a book it’s a full-bodied plunge into a future so vividly rendered, it feels more like lived experience than fiction. Rarely do I come across a debut that grips this hard and leaves such a lasting mark.
From page one, Morgan throws readers into the smoke-choked alleys and glass towers of 2124 Manchester, where synthetic faith and engineered obedience collide in a world teetering between salvation and damnation. The world-building is impressively dense without ever being dull, immersive, not resorting to exposition dumps. You don’t read this world, you breathe it.
But it’s Kris himself who steals the show. A genetically engineered cop bred for unquestioning loyalty, suddenly faced with the unbearable burden of choice, his arc is emotionally raw and philosophically profound. As he fights to protect Aimee, a girl wrapped in as much mystery as danger, you feel every fracture in his armor, every pulse of doubt, every surge of conscience. Rarely is inner conflict written with such brutal grace.
This is cyber-noir with a soul, just think Blade Runner meets Equilibrium, written with sharp intelligence and empathy. Morgan’s background in law enforcement brings an eerie authenticity to the narrative; the way control is systematized and belief is commodified feels chillingly real.
What really sets this novel apart is its moral complexity. There are no easy heroes, no black-and-white answers. It dares to ask: if faith is programmed and purity is enforced, where does the human spirit go to survive?
By the end, I was left breathless, reflective, and aching for the next installment in the Fractured Ascension series. This isn’t just a five-star read, it’s prophetic, and a damn good ride.
Bravo, G.S. Morgan. You’ve set a new bar.
June 1, 2025
The perfect blend of Cyberpunk 2077 and Demolition Man!
I'm midway through the Wheel of Time books and needed something with more pace. This was recommended to me and I absolutely loved it! Firmly in the sci-fi fantasy genre, it keeps you turning the pages with modified humans doing dark, violent things for purposes that become less black and white as the characters evolve. And the characters really do evolve. I have one or two that I am praying are in the promised next book in the series although I doubt many will have plot armour for long in this bloody world. The main antagonist (Foil might be a better term for his role in this story) is genuinely fun to read for those who need a really good, well-rounded baddie; think Vaas Montenegro from Far Cry 3 if that helps! He's not just a bond villain, he has an arch that you follow and (guiltily) cheer for.
The writing is fast, giving you an image of the world without info dumps which I personally really needed right now. It has that Demolition Man vibe, that only this guy can possibly beat this guy so expect a little nail biting with some back and forth. This is set in a world where normal people are becoming obsolete, where corporations are pulling strings, the world is now a playground for the evolved. It doesn't lean heavily into this side of things but I get the feeling more is coming further down the line.
All in all, a futuristic, dark thriller in the literary style of Dean Koontz! Looking forward to the next one.
I'm midway through the Wheel of Time books and needed something with more pace. This was recommended to me and I absolutely loved it! Firmly in the sci-fi fantasy genre, it keeps you turning the pages with modified humans doing dark, violent things for purposes that become less black and white as the characters evolve. And the characters really do evolve. I have one or two that I am praying are in the promised next book in the series although I doubt many will have plot armour for long in this bloody world. The main antagonist (Foil might be a better term for his role in this story) is genuinely fun to read for those who need a really good, well-rounded baddie; think Vaas Montenegro from Far Cry 3 if that helps! He's not just a bond villain, he has an arch that you follow and (guiltily) cheer for.
The writing is fast, giving you an image of the world without info dumps which I personally really needed right now. It has that Demolition Man vibe, that only this guy can possibly beat this guy so expect a little nail biting with some back and forth. This is set in a world where normal people are becoming obsolete, where corporations are pulling strings, the world is now a playground for the evolved. It doesn't lean heavily into this side of things but I get the feeling more is coming further down the line.
All in all, a futuristic, dark thriller in the literary style of Dean Koontz! Looking forward to the next one.
June 8, 2025
Honestly, the title threw me off and I didn’t know what to expect, but I thought I’d try something different—and I’m glad I did.
KRIS PR. Deus Ex Homine (God to Man)
Kris Peterson was a child of the Über church. He believed in discipline and simple pleasures must be earned. He was a disciple of the church’s teachings from Nietzsche, their church’s holy corpus.
This is a world where cybernetic augmentation was accepted—unless you were genetically edited like him. Edits were an elite group living pure lives where cyber edits were forbidden. Despite his status, Kris chose the path of a police officer, a role considered beneath an Edit.
His life turned inside out when he was brought back to life with cyborg technology. Everything he believed in rejected him. Was he someone to fear, or hunt. Or with his superior abilities had he been turned into a god?
This well-written novel pulled me in with its world-building and complex characters. I rooted for Lily, a hacker working for an unknown entity only to buy medicine that keeps her boyfriend alive as he wastes away from tech rot.
If you like futuristic science fiction thrillers set in dark urban decay where it’s difficult to distinguish good from bad, overlaid with philosophical prose, be prepared to be blown away.
I thoroughly enjoyed this escape to a not-too-distant future.
KRIS PR. Deus Ex Homine (God to Man)
Kris Peterson was a child of the Über church. He believed in discipline and simple pleasures must be earned. He was a disciple of the church’s teachings from Nietzsche, their church’s holy corpus.
This is a world where cybernetic augmentation was accepted—unless you were genetically edited like him. Edits were an elite group living pure lives where cyber edits were forbidden. Despite his status, Kris chose the path of a police officer, a role considered beneath an Edit.
His life turned inside out when he was brought back to life with cyborg technology. Everything he believed in rejected him. Was he someone to fear, or hunt. Or with his superior abilities had he been turned into a god?
This well-written novel pulled me in with its world-building and complex characters. I rooted for Lily, a hacker working for an unknown entity only to buy medicine that keeps her boyfriend alive as he wastes away from tech rot.
If you like futuristic science fiction thrillers set in dark urban decay where it’s difficult to distinguish good from bad, overlaid with philosophical prose, be prepared to be blown away.
I thoroughly enjoyed this escape to a not-too-distant future.
May 30, 2025
An Intimate and Unrelenting Portrait of a Man at War with Himself and His World
What really sets this novel apart is the depth of its character study amid a richly textured cyberpunk setting. Kris is drawn with rare complexity; he is at once broken and fiercely resilient, haunted by failure yet burning with a need to prove himself….
The writing captures every nuance of his physical and emotional pain, the ache in his hand, the pounding of his heart, the rage bubbling just beneath the surface. The scenes, whether the dimly lit diner or the sterile interrogation room, feel lived-in and authentic, helping the reader feel every ounce of tension and despair. The interactions between Kris and Canen, filled with unspoken threats and bitter truths, crackle with menace and regret. Meanwhile, Selina’s detached surveillance creates an omnipresent sense of control that weighs heavily on the narrative… This is not an easy read but a profoundly rewarding one, offering a thoughtful exploration of identity, control, and the desperate fight to reclaim one’s humanity in a fractured, technological world.
What really sets this novel apart is the depth of its character study amid a richly textured cyberpunk setting. Kris is drawn with rare complexity; he is at once broken and fiercely resilient, haunted by failure yet burning with a need to prove himself….
The writing captures every nuance of his physical and emotional pain, the ache in his hand, the pounding of his heart, the rage bubbling just beneath the surface. The scenes, whether the dimly lit diner or the sterile interrogation room, feel lived-in and authentic, helping the reader feel every ounce of tension and despair. The interactions between Kris and Canen, filled with unspoken threats and bitter truths, crackle with menace and regret. Meanwhile, Selina’s detached surveillance creates an omnipresent sense of control that weighs heavily on the narrative… This is not an easy read but a profoundly rewarding one, offering a thoughtful exploration of identity, control, and the desperate fight to reclaim one’s humanity in a fractured, technological world.
May 31, 2025
A Haunting Vision of Survival in a Fragmented Future
What makes this book so compelling is its ability to weave a deeply personal story into a broader critique of societal decay and corporate dominance. Kris’s world is gritty, unforgiving, and claustrophobic, from the bare, grey walls of Unit 77’s room to the sprawling underground tunnels that seem to mirror the labyrinth of his own fractured psyche.
The characters are richly drawn, especially Aimee and Musa, who bring subtle human warmth to a harsh environment. The narrative’s slow pace allows tension to simmer, making moments like the broken cup scene all the more powerful in their emotional impact. The story asks difficult questions about identity, loyalty, and what it means to be free in a world where technology can alter not just the body but the very mind.
The author’s prose is precise and evocative, capturing both the coldness of the setting and the fierce determination of its inhabitants. This is a novel that lingers long after the final page, challenging readers to consider the true cost of progress and control.
What makes this book so compelling is its ability to weave a deeply personal story into a broader critique of societal decay and corporate dominance. Kris’s world is gritty, unforgiving, and claustrophobic, from the bare, grey walls of Unit 77’s room to the sprawling underground tunnels that seem to mirror the labyrinth of his own fractured psyche.
The characters are richly drawn, especially Aimee and Musa, who bring subtle human warmth to a harsh environment. The narrative’s slow pace allows tension to simmer, making moments like the broken cup scene all the more powerful in their emotional impact. The story asks difficult questions about identity, loyalty, and what it means to be free in a world where technology can alter not just the body but the very mind.
The author’s prose is precise and evocative, capturing both the coldness of the setting and the fierce determination of its inhabitants. This is a novel that lingers long after the final page, challenging readers to consider the true cost of progress and control.
June 2, 2025
A Gripping Psychological Thriller Wrapped in a Cybernetic Dystopi
This novel is a gripping exploration of pain, resilience, and the struggle to maintain one’s sense of self amid overwhelming forces. Kris’s internal battle is as harrowing as his external fight for survival, rendered with striking authenticity. The writing excels at capturing the minutiae of his experience, the way his hands tremble, the cold burn of spice on his tongue, the sharp sound of ceramic shattering, each detail layering the narrative with emotional weight. The dynamic between Kris and Canen is electric with tension; Canen’s cold, almost predatory presence contrasts starkly with Kris’s raw vulnerability. Meanwhile, Selina’s clinical oversight from afar adds a chilling sense of omnipresent control, making every move feel surveilled and calculated.
The story is not just about action or suspense but about the heavy cost of living in a society where trust is scarce and technology is both a tool and a weapon. This book will resonate with anyone fascinated by the ethical and emotional dimensions of human machine integration and the thin line between predator and prey in a modern world.
This novel is a gripping exploration of pain, resilience, and the struggle to maintain one’s sense of self amid overwhelming forces. Kris’s internal battle is as harrowing as his external fight for survival, rendered with striking authenticity. The writing excels at capturing the minutiae of his experience, the way his hands tremble, the cold burn of spice on his tongue, the sharp sound of ceramic shattering, each detail layering the narrative with emotional weight. The dynamic between Kris and Canen is electric with tension; Canen’s cold, almost predatory presence contrasts starkly with Kris’s raw vulnerability. Meanwhile, Selina’s clinical oversight from afar adds a chilling sense of omnipresent control, making every move feel surveilled and calculated.
The story is not just about action or suspense but about the heavy cost of living in a society where trust is scarce and technology is both a tool and a weapon. This book will resonate with anyone fascinated by the ethical and emotional dimensions of human machine integration and the thin line between predator and prey in a modern world.
May 30, 2025
A Dark, Thoughtful Meditation on Power, Betrayal, and Technology
The book stands out for its sophisticated treatment of themes that are increasingly relevant in today’s tech-driven society. Through Kris’s eyes, we see a world where neural implants and corporate espionage have become tools of domination, stripping individuals of privacy and autonomy. Yet, Kris is not just a victim, his journey is one of reclaiming agency in an environment designed to erase it.
The narrative structure, shifting between tense, claustrophobic spaces and the sprawling, shadowy undercity, mirrors the internal conflict of the characters. The writing shines in its ability to balance atmospheric description with intense emotional moments, like Kris’s trembling hands and his quiet moments of defiance.
Selina’s icy command over the tech and Canen’s brutal pragmatism create a rich antagonist dynamic that elevates the story beyond typical dystopian fare.
This novel is a compelling and sobering reflection on how power is wielded and resisted in a world on the edge of losing its humanity.
The book stands out for its sophisticated treatment of themes that are increasingly relevant in today’s tech-driven society. Through Kris’s eyes, we see a world where neural implants and corporate espionage have become tools of domination, stripping individuals of privacy and autonomy. Yet, Kris is not just a victim, his journey is one of reclaiming agency in an environment designed to erase it.
The narrative structure, shifting between tense, claustrophobic spaces and the sprawling, shadowy undercity, mirrors the internal conflict of the characters. The writing shines in its ability to balance atmospheric description with intense emotional moments, like Kris’s trembling hands and his quiet moments of defiance.
Selina’s icy command over the tech and Canen’s brutal pragmatism create a rich antagonist dynamic that elevates the story beyond typical dystopian fare.
This novel is a compelling and sobering reflection on how power is wielded and resisted in a world on the edge of losing its humanity.
April 16, 2025
I’m not usually drawn to science fiction or cyberpunk and under normal circumstances, I probably wouldn’t have picked this book up. But the cover art caught my eye, and from the first few pages, I was completely hooked. I binge read through it in just two sittings.
What makes this book stand out is its fresh, original take on the future. The writing is sharp and vivid, and the reimagined Manchester feels both familiar and strikingly new a city you recognise, yet don’t quite know.
The real strength lies in the characters. Their interactions are clever, their dialogue rings true, and you find yourself invested in them almost instantly. The plot moves at a gripping pace, packed with tension and twists that keep you turning the pages.
This is a stunning debut, smart, stylish, and immersive. I’ll be first in line for the next in the series. Highly recommended.
What makes this book stand out is its fresh, original take on the future. The writing is sharp and vivid, and the reimagined Manchester feels both familiar and strikingly new a city you recognise, yet don’t quite know.
The real strength lies in the characters. Their interactions are clever, their dialogue rings true, and you find yourself invested in them almost instantly. The plot moves at a gripping pace, packed with tension and twists that keep you turning the pages.
This is a stunning debut, smart, stylish, and immersive. I’ll be first in line for the next in the series. Highly recommended.
June 21, 2025
God from man. What a title!
This is a horrific vision of a dystopian future. People integrate tech into their bodies...some allowing their flesh to deteriorate while they live virtual lives. Others turn to genetic manipulation with the aim to create master races capable of reproduction without mutation. Kris, an Edit, belongs to the latter, capable of acts normal humans simply can't do. The genetic experimentation continues.
The story is set in a future Manchester...think Blade Runner merged with RoboCop or Judge Dredd.
The characters are real...you feel their pain.
If you enjoy cyberpunk science fiction, this story is for you. I enjoyed reading it.
This is a horrific vision of a dystopian future. People integrate tech into their bodies...some allowing their flesh to deteriorate while they live virtual lives. Others turn to genetic manipulation with the aim to create master races capable of reproduction without mutation. Kris, an Edit, belongs to the latter, capable of acts normal humans simply can't do. The genetic experimentation continues.
The story is set in a future Manchester...think Blade Runner merged with RoboCop or Judge Dredd.
The characters are real...you feel their pain.
If you enjoy cyberpunk science fiction, this story is for you. I enjoyed reading it.
June 1, 2025
Compelling Cyberpunk At Its Finest
Fractured Ascension is riveting right from the start. Author GS Morgan weaves an engaging story of both inner and outer struggles with the characters world and themselves.
Morgan delves deep into heart of what entangles Kris and Aimee and brings their characters to life. Through his writing he reveals a tenderness that is usually elusive in cyberpunk.
A reminder to those of us that are haunted by with our pasts.
Fractured Ascension is riveting right from the start. Author GS Morgan weaves an engaging story of both inner and outer struggles with the characters world and themselves.
Morgan delves deep into heart of what entangles Kris and Aimee and brings their characters to life. Through his writing he reveals a tenderness that is usually elusive in cyberpunk.
A reminder to those of us that are haunted by with our pasts.
June 1, 2025
Entertaining story with great characters!
I really enjoyed reading this futuristic steampunk novel that follows a cop named Kris. Everything that unfolded was highly entertaining and I loved many of the characters that were introduced. Some of the characters were funny while others were endearing in their own way. Highly enjoyable and interesting!
I really enjoyed reading this futuristic steampunk novel that follows a cop named Kris. Everything that unfolded was highly entertaining and I loved many of the characters that were introduced. Some of the characters were funny while others were endearing in their own way. Highly enjoyable and interesting!
June 26, 2025
Kris is a cop and an edit. After saving a kid with illegal mods, he tries to free her friend only to get almost killed by an assassin. Except Unit 74 sees his potential and pays to save Kris' life. But edits cant have augments and this ruins his life. Now he is adrift and many people are looking for him.
An interesting world. Full of tech. Super fun to read!
An interesting world. Full of tech. Super fun to read!
June 2, 2025
Tech and Terror A Modern Fable
The integration of PR implants and neural OS feels eerily plausible, and the ethical questions raised are uncomfortable but necessary. Selina’s detached manipulation contrasts beautifully with Kris’s raw human desperation.
The integration of PR implants and neural OS feels eerily plausible, and the ethical questions raised are uncomfortable but necessary. Selina’s detached manipulation contrasts beautifully with Kris’s raw human desperation.
June 3, 2025
A Psychological Thriller with Poignant Depth
The inner turmoil Kris experiences, the crushing pressure of expectations and betrayal, is conveyed with a rare authenticity. Canen’s cold menace adds a layer of menace that makes every interaction crackle with tension.
The inner turmoil Kris experiences, the crushing pressure of expectations and betrayal, is conveyed with a rare authenticity. Canen’s cold menace adds a layer of menace that makes every interaction crackle with tension.
June 16, 2025
A Dark Dance Between Control and Freedom
The theme of control whether through tech, memory, or fear is omnipresent. Kris’s refusal to be prey, even as the world closes in, feels both heartbreaking and inspiring.
The theme of control whether through tech, memory, or fear is omnipresent. Kris’s refusal to be prey, even as the world closes in, feels both heartbreaking and inspiring.
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