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Innerscape #3
Nabatea
More alone than ever, Miira Tahn clings to the bonds of friendship, yet even there, nothing is quite what it seems, not even her own memories.
Driven to search for answers out in the real world, she uncovers the one truth that can tear apart the tissue of lies surrounding the Burned Man. But is she strong enough to face the consequences?
And what of the powerful people who would prefer the truth to remain safely buried?
In Nabatea, the past finally collides with the present as Miira risks all to save a good man.
‘Nabatea’ is the third book of the Innerscape cycle and corresponds to Episodes 4 and 5 of the original series.
Driven to search for answers out in the real world, she uncovers the one truth that can tear apart the tissue of lies surrounding the Burned Man. But is she strong enough to face the consequences?
And what of the powerful people who would prefer the truth to remain safely buried?
In Nabatea, the past finally collides with the present as Miira risks all to save a good man.
‘Nabatea’ is the third book of the Innerscape cycle and corresponds to Episodes 4 and 5 of the original series.
371 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 21, 2017
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A.C. Flory
14 books15 followersPlease call me Meeks! And welcome to my new, abbreviated bio!
I'm female, 60, Australian and a sci-fi writer. I have one daughter and far too many pets.
When I'm not reading or writing sci-fi, I play video games and MMOs. The name Meeks comes from the first MMO I ever played - Final Fantasy XI. I like to think I'm not... conventional. :)
I'm female, 60, Australian and a sci-fi writer. I have one daughter and far too many pets.
When I'm not reading or writing sci-fi, I play video games and MMOs. The name Meeks comes from the first MMO I ever played - Final Fantasy XI. I like to think I'm not... conventional. :)
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February 21, 2021
A brilliant finale to the series.
This last book in the series has more unexpected plot twists, turns and surprises than an aristocrat’s hedge maze / labyrinth.
Whatever you thought you knew from the first two books, you ain’t seen nothin’ yet...
This last book in the series has more unexpected plot twists, turns and surprises than an aristocrat’s hedge maze / labyrinth.
Whatever you thought you knew from the first two books, you ain’t seen nothin’ yet...
March 22, 2019
Oooh, I loved this series, and now that it’s over, I’m suffering from a book hangover.
Nabatea is the final book in the Innerscape series. Book 1 primarily introduces the main character Miira Tahn and guides the reader through her entrance into the virtual world of Innerscape. During Book 2, sabotage, scheming, and political intrigue results in multiple victims including two people close to Miira. In Book 3, the search for truth commences and resolves amidst a cover-up that threatens Miira’s life.
The plot takes off quickly when Miira is confronted with disturbing information about the murders, and her prying questions raise alarms among those who want to hide the truth. A plot to silence her brings in two dedicated investigators who start gathering clues and unraveling the web of lies.
Miira is tenacious, a strong woman, but also vulnerable both physically and emotionally. Her character is compelling and consistent throughout the series, and I teetered on the edge of my seat as the danger to her life increased. Several pivotal new characters enter the action in this book, and though late in the overall story, the author pulled it off without a glitch. All characters are distinct, believable, and emotionally charged.
Flory did a marvelous job of tangling up the truth by loading the story with lies and misinterpretations. The unraveling of the events around the murders as well as the investigation into the cover-up required an intricate job of storytelling that was rather impressive. Several characters are investigating the truth simultaneously, and because they’re coming at it from different angles, their assumptions and conclusions are often erroneous and mismatched. I would recommend reading these books in a tight timeframe to help keep all the complex plot threads straight.
The worldbuilding is exceptional, the dialog natural, the writing and editing flawless. And the ending was highly satisfying as all of the threads tie up nicely. I will definitely read more of this author in the future.
Nabatea is the final book in the Innerscape series. Book 1 primarily introduces the main character Miira Tahn and guides the reader through her entrance into the virtual world of Innerscape. During Book 2, sabotage, scheming, and political intrigue results in multiple victims including two people close to Miira. In Book 3, the search for truth commences and resolves amidst a cover-up that threatens Miira’s life.
The plot takes off quickly when Miira is confronted with disturbing information about the murders, and her prying questions raise alarms among those who want to hide the truth. A plot to silence her brings in two dedicated investigators who start gathering clues and unraveling the web of lies.
Miira is tenacious, a strong woman, but also vulnerable both physically and emotionally. Her character is compelling and consistent throughout the series, and I teetered on the edge of my seat as the danger to her life increased. Several pivotal new characters enter the action in this book, and though late in the overall story, the author pulled it off without a glitch. All characters are distinct, believable, and emotionally charged.
Flory did a marvelous job of tangling up the truth by loading the story with lies and misinterpretations. The unraveling of the events around the murders as well as the investigation into the cover-up required an intricate job of storytelling that was rather impressive. Several characters are investigating the truth simultaneously, and because they’re coming at it from different angles, their assumptions and conclusions are often erroneous and mismatched. I would recommend reading these books in a tight timeframe to help keep all the complex plot threads straight.
The worldbuilding is exceptional, the dialog natural, the writing and editing flawless. And the ending was highly satisfying as all of the threads tie up nicely. I will definitely read more of this author in the future.
February 24, 2022
Nabatea (2017) is the final chapter in acflorys Innerscape trilogy. It finishes the story of Miira, a female refugee wealthy enough to live the final years of her pain-ravaged life in a metaverse where her world is anything she wishes it to be. In Nabatea, Miira has adjusted to this new existence, fallen in love (maybe--she won't really admit that to herself), and lost that person to a web of lies, stories, and unbelievable circumstances. It is up to her to sort reality from fiction, despite that her entire world is the creation of a giant AI. Did she know Dr. Kenneth Wu as well as she thought or was his affection for her part of his job? How could the man she fell in love with be guilty of the horrendous crimes he is accused of and seem to have killed him? And if he is a monster, why does her instinct tell her to dig deeper for the real truth?
In this final chapter, all the pieces come together. I can't tell you much without spoilers but I will say this book is as gripping as Book 1 and 2, one to start on a long weekend. It is best read after Miira and Godsend, to provide background to its plot and subplots.
Honestly, I don’t know why acflory isn’t a famous author of tech fiction making millions of dollars. Her stories are intricate, addicting, and haunting.
In this final chapter, all the pieces come together. I can't tell you much without spoilers but I will say this book is as gripping as Book 1 and 2, one to start on a long weekend. It is best read after Miira and Godsend, to provide background to its plot and subplots.
Honestly, I don’t know why acflory isn’t a famous author of tech fiction making millions of dollars. Her stories are intricate, addicting, and haunting.
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