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Code Gaia: Emergence
They thought they could define the planet. But the planet has begun to speak.
It all starts with an impossible hurricane — a monster storm that defies every known law of meteorology. For most people, it’s just another catastrophe. But for meteorologist Mark Stetson, it’s a sign that nature is not as chaotic as it seems.
While Mark hunts for patterns behind the escalating disasters, other signs appear across the globe:
— In the depths of the Great Barrier Reef, a research team finds corals defying biology, behaving like a single mind.
— In San Francisco, a brilliant programmer’s self-evolving AI begins writing cryptic philosophical essays, drawing the attention of hidden watchers.
— And Mark, caught in the heart of these events, must face a terrifying truth: what if nature’s chaos is not chaos at all — but a warning?
Piece by piece, an old secret resurfaces — a forgotten Soviet expedition in 1976 that recovered something never meant to be found.
CODE GAIA: EMERGENCE is the first book in an epic saga where science clashes with ancient mysteries — and the Earth itself may be more alive than anyone ever imagined.
For fans of Michael Crichton, Blake Crouch, Stanisław Lem, Arrival, and Annihilation.
What if the awakening of the planet is not a gift, but a sentence?
And what if humanity is about to fail its final test?
It all starts with an impossible hurricane — a monster storm that defies every known law of meteorology. For most people, it’s just another catastrophe. But for meteorologist Mark Stetson, it’s a sign that nature is not as chaotic as it seems.
While Mark hunts for patterns behind the escalating disasters, other signs appear across the globe:
— In the depths of the Great Barrier Reef, a research team finds corals defying biology, behaving like a single mind.
— In San Francisco, a brilliant programmer’s self-evolving AI begins writing cryptic philosophical essays, drawing the attention of hidden watchers.
— And Mark, caught in the heart of these events, must face a terrifying truth: what if nature’s chaos is not chaos at all — but a warning?
Piece by piece, an old secret resurfaces — a forgotten Soviet expedition in 1976 that recovered something never meant to be found.
CODE GAIA: EMERGENCE is the first book in an epic saga where science clashes with ancient mysteries — and the Earth itself may be more alive than anyone ever imagined.
For fans of Michael Crichton, Blake Crouch, Stanisław Lem, Arrival, and Annihilation.
What if the awakening of the planet is not a gift, but a sentence?
And what if humanity is about to fail its final test?
185 pages, ebook
Published September 1, 2025
4 people want to read
About the author
Deni Ar Dente
3 books1 followerDeni Ar Dente is an author who prefers questions over answers.
His books blur the boundaries between physics and poetry, reason and instinct, the visible and the hidden.
If you’ve ever suspected that reality tells only half the story — welcome.
His books blur the boundaries between physics and poetry, reason and instinct, the visible and the hidden.
If you’ve ever suspected that reality tells only half the story — welcome.
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September 7, 2025
A brilliant start to something far bigger.
Code Gaia: Emergence surprised me in the best way — especially the ending. Unexpected, unsettling, and sharp, it echoes the best traditions of a psychological thriller. I love when a story ends on a question mark, and this one did it masterfully. Not the kind that frustrates — but the kind that makes you want to go back to page one and read it all over again.
Knowing this is part of a series, I genuinely have no idea where the story will go next — and that excites me.
What stood out most is how deeply the author immersed us in the worlds of each character — from meteorology and climate science to cyberwarfare and AI logic. It never feels like an info dump. Each detail serves the character, the world, and the mystery.
One thing that really challenged my expectations was how the Soviet Union is portrayed. I grew up thinking of the USSR as the "evil empire", but here, the scientists are shown with a sense of integrity, idealism, and moral weight that I didn't expect. They're human — brilliant, flawed, and deeply driven by the search for truth. That part stayed with me.
I truly enjoyed this book and can’t wait for the next part of the series.
Code Gaia: Emergence surprised me in the best way — especially the ending. Unexpected, unsettling, and sharp, it echoes the best traditions of a psychological thriller. I love when a story ends on a question mark, and this one did it masterfully. Not the kind that frustrates — but the kind that makes you want to go back to page one and read it all over again.
Knowing this is part of a series, I genuinely have no idea where the story will go next — and that excites me.
What stood out most is how deeply the author immersed us in the worlds of each character — from meteorology and climate science to cyberwarfare and AI logic. It never feels like an info dump. Each detail serves the character, the world, and the mystery.
One thing that really challenged my expectations was how the Soviet Union is portrayed. I grew up thinking of the USSR as the "evil empire", but here, the scientists are shown with a sense of integrity, idealism, and moral weight that I didn't expect. They're human — brilliant, flawed, and deeply driven by the search for truth. That part stayed with me.
I truly enjoyed this book and can’t wait for the next part of the series.
July 30, 2025
Code Gaia: Emergence pulled me in from the first pages — not just with mystery and atmosphere, but with the weight of the questions it raises. This isn't just a sci-fi thriller. It's a multi-layered entry point into something bigger. Something deeper.
There are moments in this book that made me stop and reflect — about our relationship with nature, technology, and what we call "intelligence." The narrative is fast-paced, but beneath that momentum lies a quiet current of philosophical and existential inquiry.
The ending… I absolutely loved it. It's open, thoughtful, and leaves just enough unresolved to make your imagination stir. Yes, this book stands on its own — but it also sets the stage for something much larger. And I can’t wait to see where it goes next.
If you’re looking for a story with meaning, this won’t disappoint.
But if you’re hoping for a light read — don’t be fooled by the pace. This one stays with you.
There are moments in this book that made me stop and reflect — about our relationship with nature, technology, and what we call "intelligence." The narrative is fast-paced, but beneath that momentum lies a quiet current of philosophical and existential inquiry.
The ending… I absolutely loved it. It's open, thoughtful, and leaves just enough unresolved to make your imagination stir. Yes, this book stands on its own — but it also sets the stage for something much larger. And I can’t wait to see where it goes next.
If you’re looking for a story with meaning, this won’t disappoint.
But if you’re hoping for a light read — don’t be fooled by the pace. This one stays with you.
October 8, 2025
There are tons of apocalyptic books about something hidden at the bottom of the ocean's depths, but few are as well written and thorough as this story. An intriguing mystery and a gripping plot, if a bit convoluted. It walks a tightrope between the scientific and the mystical. Sometimes even lyrical. What is really hiding in the ocean? Is it friend or foe? I guess we'll have to wait for the sequel to find out.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
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