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RECKONING!
The year is 2085. Humanity is ready to willingly surrender its future to the machines.
Weary of systemic corruption and political malfeasance, a fractured nation demands radical change. The solution? Replace human politicians with flawless, logical algorithms. Enter Damian Malone and the AlonGen Corporation, an empire built on cutting-edge robotics and artificial intelligence. When Malone unveils his latest generation of cybernetic models, the public eagerly begs for artificial rulers to lead them out of chaos.
But behind AlonGen’s corporate promise of a clean, automated utopia lies a dark second illegal genetic cloning.
When a rogue hunting expedition vanishes in Africa—leaving behind a predator with a mechanical red eye—Dr. Stephanie Wolff, the fierce head of the Department of Environmental Preservation, senses a biological threat. Simultaneously, a high-profile US Senator is brutally murdered, pulling gritty FBI Special Agent David Stryker directly into the corporate web.
As Stryker investigates the assassination, he and Wolff uncover a terrifying conspiracy masking weaponized cyborg soldiers and genetically altered wild beasts. The line between natural life and artificial creation is about to snap, threatening a global coup that could render human government completely obsolete.
Can Stryker and Wolff expose Malone’s endgame before humanity is engineered right out of existence?
If you love the high-concept scientific terror of Michael Crichton’s Jurassic Park, the gripping corporate conspiracies of Daniel Suarez, and the fast-paced, psychological tension of Blake Crouch, this near-future techno-thriller will keep you turning pages late into the night.
Buy Reckoning! today to join the hunt for the truth.
Weary of systemic corruption and political malfeasance, a fractured nation demands radical change. The solution? Replace human politicians with flawless, logical algorithms. Enter Damian Malone and the AlonGen Corporation, an empire built on cutting-edge robotics and artificial intelligence. When Malone unveils his latest generation of cybernetic models, the public eagerly begs for artificial rulers to lead them out of chaos.
But behind AlonGen’s corporate promise of a clean, automated utopia lies a dark second illegal genetic cloning.
When a rogue hunting expedition vanishes in Africa—leaving behind a predator with a mechanical red eye—Dr. Stephanie Wolff, the fierce head of the Department of Environmental Preservation, senses a biological threat. Simultaneously, a high-profile US Senator is brutally murdered, pulling gritty FBI Special Agent David Stryker directly into the corporate web.
As Stryker investigates the assassination, he and Wolff uncover a terrifying conspiracy masking weaponized cyborg soldiers and genetically altered wild beasts. The line between natural life and artificial creation is about to snap, threatening a global coup that could render human government completely obsolete.
Can Stryker and Wolff expose Malone’s endgame before humanity is engineered right out of existence?
If you love the high-concept scientific terror of Michael Crichton’s Jurassic Park, the gripping corporate conspiracies of Daniel Suarez, and the fast-paced, psychological tension of Blake Crouch, this near-future techno-thriller will keep you turning pages late into the night.
Buy Reckoning! today to join the hunt for the truth.
373 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 25, 2026
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August 22, 2026
What if we could create an AI cyborg that would not only improve our quality of life but work towards healing our injured planet? That is the question posed in the novel Reckoning! by David Vincent, and this scenario is explored with every possible angle of how things can go terribly wrong. People fear what they don’t understand, and when it comes to an AI cyborg, there is a lot we don’t understand. No matter how intelligent someone may be in creating an AI cyborg, even those that resemble animals, there is always a chance of one element in that creation that is not understood and can be deadly.
This is the argument that Stephanie Wolff, a scientist, has when Damian Malone extends his creation of AI cyborgs to animals that can be hunted in the wild. She is not thrilled by this latest technological advancement and, in fact, only foresees doom. While Dr. Malone is singing its praises and giving himself a nice big pat on the back for achieving such a creation, Dr. Wolff believes that there are faulty systems that would endanger the human race, as well as encourage the cyborgs to literally wipe out humanity due to feeling it is superior to humans. David Stryker, an FBI agent tasked with accompanying Dr. Wolff in her work at the White House, also has doubts about Dr. Malone’s creations, but he remains guarded as he continues to observe what is happening and what kind of contributions the cyborgs are making.
This story is quite fascinating, and it kept this reviewer reading, wanting to know what else happens in this story. The cyborg animals placed in the wild only create havoc, unknown to anyone responsible for putting them there, and this allows readers to see how such a creation acts in a realistic setting. These scenes were likewise fascinating to read and caused this reviewer to ponder the scary plausibility of such an event.
It was also interesting to read because it gives readers a look into what could happen if we really did achieve such a technological advancement. Of course, fiction cannot predict the future, but this story certainly offers a possible scenario of what the future might look like if AI cyborgs that can catch bullets in thin air and make calculations trillions of times faster than humans could actually exist. This possibility is what held my interest and kept me reading.
The story itself is interesting, but the big surprise after everything goes wrong is what had me hooked. I could not believe what happened, and I definitely didn’t see it coming. When things go bad, they go VERY bad, and everything happens so fast. It left me wondering if anybody will be able to get out of the huge mess alive. The many surprises and unexpected twists in the story held my interest, and the story is very well-written. Brilliant storytelling!
Filled with action and suspense, David Vincent’s Reckoning! is a story that explores the “what if?” of man’s ability to create, as well as the probability of how our tendency for creating imperfect technology can mean utter disaster.
This is the argument that Stephanie Wolff, a scientist, has when Damian Malone extends his creation of AI cyborgs to animals that can be hunted in the wild. She is not thrilled by this latest technological advancement and, in fact, only foresees doom. While Dr. Malone is singing its praises and giving himself a nice big pat on the back for achieving such a creation, Dr. Wolff believes that there are faulty systems that would endanger the human race, as well as encourage the cyborgs to literally wipe out humanity due to feeling it is superior to humans. David Stryker, an FBI agent tasked with accompanying Dr. Wolff in her work at the White House, also has doubts about Dr. Malone’s creations, but he remains guarded as he continues to observe what is happening and what kind of contributions the cyborgs are making.
This story is quite fascinating, and it kept this reviewer reading, wanting to know what else happens in this story. The cyborg animals placed in the wild only create havoc, unknown to anyone responsible for putting them there, and this allows readers to see how such a creation acts in a realistic setting. These scenes were likewise fascinating to read and caused this reviewer to ponder the scary plausibility of such an event.
It was also interesting to read because it gives readers a look into what could happen if we really did achieve such a technological advancement. Of course, fiction cannot predict the future, but this story certainly offers a possible scenario of what the future might look like if AI cyborgs that can catch bullets in thin air and make calculations trillions of times faster than humans could actually exist. This possibility is what held my interest and kept me reading.
The story itself is interesting, but the big surprise after everything goes wrong is what had me hooked. I could not believe what happened, and I definitely didn’t see it coming. When things go bad, they go VERY bad, and everything happens so fast. It left me wondering if anybody will be able to get out of the huge mess alive. The many surprises and unexpected twists in the story held my interest, and the story is very well-written. Brilliant storytelling!
Filled with action and suspense, David Vincent’s Reckoning! is a story that explores the “what if?” of man’s ability to create, as well as the probability of how our tendency for creating imperfect technology can mean utter disaster.
July 8, 2026
RECKONING! by David Vincent is a fast-moving science fiction thriller that mixes artificial intelligence, politics, environmental issues, and suspense in a very interesting way. The story takes place in the year 2085, where people have lost faith in human leaders and want intelligent cyborgs to run the government instead. As the story unfolds, hidden secrets about cloning, powerful technology, and dangerous plans slowly come to light. The different storylines come together well and kept me interested from beginning to end.
What I enjoyed most was that this book is more than just an action thriller. It also makes you think about how much control technology should have over our lives and what could happen if power falls into the wrong hands. The chapters involving Dr. Stephanie Wolff and Agent Stryker were especially engaging because they brought both emotion and suspense to the story. I also liked how the author included wildlife conservation alongside futuristic technology, making the story feel fresh and different.
On a personal level, this book made me think about how quickly our world is changing with artificial intelligence becoming a bigger part of everyday life. While reading, I found myself wondering how much we should trust machines and whether logic alone can ever replace human compassion. I enjoy books that entertain while also making me reflect on real-life issues, and RECKONING! did exactly that.
I would definitely recommend RECKONING! by David Vincent to readers who enjoy science fiction with plenty of suspense, mystery, and thought-provoking ideas. If you like stories about advanced technology, political conspiracies, and unexpected twists, this book is worth picking up. It is an exciting read that keeps you curious about what will happen next and leaves you thinking even after you finish the final chapter.
What I enjoyed most was that this book is more than just an action thriller. It also makes you think about how much control technology should have over our lives and what could happen if power falls into the wrong hands. The chapters involving Dr. Stephanie Wolff and Agent Stryker were especially engaging because they brought both emotion and suspense to the story. I also liked how the author included wildlife conservation alongside futuristic technology, making the story feel fresh and different.
On a personal level, this book made me think about how quickly our world is changing with artificial intelligence becoming a bigger part of everyday life. While reading, I found myself wondering how much we should trust machines and whether logic alone can ever replace human compassion. I enjoy books that entertain while also making me reflect on real-life issues, and RECKONING! did exactly that.
I would definitely recommend RECKONING! by David Vincent to readers who enjoy science fiction with plenty of suspense, mystery, and thought-provoking ideas. If you like stories about advanced technology, political conspiracies, and unexpected twists, this book is worth picking up. It is an exciting read that keeps you curious about what will happen next and leaves you thinking even after you finish the final chapter.
July 21, 2026
RECKONING! is a compelling and emotionally engaging novel that combines gripping suspense with powerful character development and thought-provoking themes. David Vincent crafts a story filled with tension, moral complexity, and unexpected turns, creating an experience that keeps readers fully invested from beginning to end.
One of the novel's greatest strengths is its ability to balance fast-moving action with meaningful emotional depth. Vincent develops memorable characters whose decisions carry genuine consequences, allowing readers to connect with their struggles while maintaining a steady sense of suspense. The pacing is confident, with each chapter building anticipation and drawing readers deeper into the unfolding conflict.
The novel thoughtfully explores themes of justice, accountability, redemption, resilience, loyalty, courage, truth, sacrifice, personal transformation, and the consequences of human choices. Rather than relying solely on dramatic events, the story encourages readers to consider the moral questions that emerge when individuals are forced to confront difficult decisions and the lasting impact of their actions.
Written with engaging prose, strong narrative momentum, and compelling storytelling, RECKONING! is an enjoyable read for readers who appreciate suspense-driven fiction with emotional substance. David Vincent delivers a memorable novel that successfully combines entertainment with meaningful reflection, leaving readers eager to see what comes next.
One of the novel's greatest strengths is its ability to balance fast-moving action with meaningful emotional depth. Vincent develops memorable characters whose decisions carry genuine consequences, allowing readers to connect with their struggles while maintaining a steady sense of suspense. The pacing is confident, with each chapter building anticipation and drawing readers deeper into the unfolding conflict.
The novel thoughtfully explores themes of justice, accountability, redemption, resilience, loyalty, courage, truth, sacrifice, personal transformation, and the consequences of human choices. Rather than relying solely on dramatic events, the story encourages readers to consider the moral questions that emerge when individuals are forced to confront difficult decisions and the lasting impact of their actions.
Written with engaging prose, strong narrative momentum, and compelling storytelling, RECKONING! is an enjoyable read for readers who appreciate suspense-driven fiction with emotional substance. David Vincent delivers a memorable novel that successfully combines entertainment with meaningful reflection, leaving readers eager to see what comes next.
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