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Memory Reborn
At his new job at the memory storage facility, Darien Mamon is stunned to discover that he is the intended storage device, and has been all along.
Darien thought MemorSingular hired him for his brain. They did. They just don't need what's in it. After finding details of a century old knowledge retention program, Darien learns the company has been grooming the minds of new hires to be overwritten with the personas of their most valued employees.
An old classmate, Nancy, could be Darien's only chance to escape MemorSingular before his mind is overwritten. Unfortunately, Nancy hates his guts, and if she doesn't change her mind the company will change his.
Darien thought MemorSingular hired him for his brain. They did. They just don't need what's in it. After finding details of a century old knowledge retention program, Darien learns the company has been grooming the minds of new hires to be overwritten with the personas of their most valued employees.
An old classmate, Nancy, could be Darien's only chance to escape MemorSingular before his mind is overwritten. Unfortunately, Nancy hates his guts, and if she doesn't change her mind the company will change his.
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Published September 22, 2020
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Steven M. Nedeau
8 books31 followersAuthor of children's books, comedy plays, and both science fiction and fantasy novels, Steven M Nedeau twists his stories into mind bending tales.
When he isn't crafting ways to rewrite your dreams, you can find Steven carving the roads on a motorcycle or paddling light rapids in a kayak. Lucky for him, his home state of New Hampshire has plenty of both.
When he isn't crafting ways to rewrite your dreams, you can find Steven carving the roads on a motorcycle or paddling light rapids in a kayak. Lucky for him, his home state of New Hampshire has plenty of both.
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June 27, 2021
Not what I expected
Almost the entire time I was reading this book, I was trying to figure out what the company was doing. In the end, it was not at all what I expected.
I won this book thru a goodreads.com giveaway
Almost the entire time I was reading this book, I was trying to figure out what the company was doing. In the end, it was not at all what I expected.
I won this book thru a goodreads.com giveaway
February 20, 2021
Memory Reborn is a Dystopian Sci-Fi novel by Steven M. Nedeau that explores ethical considerations for a special kind of human, fighting for their humanity. Mind-bending while also fiercely logical, this novel is a must-read for Sci-Fi lovers.
At his new job at the memory storage facility, Darien Mamon is stunned to discover that he is the intended storage device, and has been all along. Darien thought MemorSingular hired him for his brain. They did. They just don’t need what’s in it. After discovering details of a century-old knowledge retention program Darien learns an old classmate, Nancy, could be his only chance to escape MemorSingular before his mind is overwritten. Unfortunately, Nancy hates his guts, and if she doesn’t change her mind, the company will change his.
This book has a big cast but Nedeau does an excellent job with character development. This mind-bending plot makes it important to know who you are following around and with detailed chapter headings as well as moments that help us remember characters, it is easy to keep up. That’s the thing. The MOMENTS help us remember the characters. Their looks are detailed, but the things they do together are what help us remember a character. Like Nancy. She hates Darien and their interactions made that clear, so every time I read about her, I remembered those moments and I could “see” her.
The world-building in this book was simple yet detailed and unique. The book is based in the United States from the Southwest to the East Coast and down to Florida. Basic locations are described just enough for us to see them, but not enough to take away from our imaginations. Then there are spots, still within those common locations that are more complicated, like the MemorSingular buildings and silos. Nedeau does an excellent job of making these futuristic locations feel surreal and authentic without getting complicated. Additionally, Nedeau uses MOMENTS to help us remember locations. For instance, some buildings in the book have glass floors. Darien is bothered by the floors so any time we are in these areas, we remember his fear and hence, remember the floors. There is also some very cool tech in this story!
I was blown away by the plot of this book. The funny thing is, Nedeau just moves through this plot like it’s a gentle stream, making it as easy to read as Green Eggs and Ham, but in reality, the idea is so complex and should be over our heads. He makes the idea of brain science and engineering seem as simple as ABC without taking away the importance of the science or the implications for the characters. The depth of the character's motivation on all sides really kept me invested. Even the bad guys were understandably evil. There was only one character who I didn’t entirely understand her motivation but in the end, it didn’t matter to me! I loved this story and the plot is like nothing I’ve ever read.
Themes of trust, honesty, corruption, control, and morals are ever-present in this book. Darien didn’t know who to trust and sometimes couldn’t even trust himself. Honesty was wielded like a gun and anyone could be shooting it. In the end, though, this whole book was about layers and layers of control. Everyone wanted but could anyone really have it?
Overall, I HIGHLY recommend this book. Nedeau spins a web of confusion and deception for his characters that they cannot avoid and we get to follow along as they try to understand just what the heck is going on and survive what they believe is a fight for their fragile lives.
At his new job at the memory storage facility, Darien Mamon is stunned to discover that he is the intended storage device, and has been all along. Darien thought MemorSingular hired him for his brain. They did. They just don’t need what’s in it. After discovering details of a century-old knowledge retention program Darien learns an old classmate, Nancy, could be his only chance to escape MemorSingular before his mind is overwritten. Unfortunately, Nancy hates his guts, and if she doesn’t change her mind, the company will change his.
This book has a big cast but Nedeau does an excellent job with character development. This mind-bending plot makes it important to know who you are following around and with detailed chapter headings as well as moments that help us remember characters, it is easy to keep up. That’s the thing. The MOMENTS help us remember the characters. Their looks are detailed, but the things they do together are what help us remember a character. Like Nancy. She hates Darien and their interactions made that clear, so every time I read about her, I remembered those moments and I could “see” her.
The world-building in this book was simple yet detailed and unique. The book is based in the United States from the Southwest to the East Coast and down to Florida. Basic locations are described just enough for us to see them, but not enough to take away from our imaginations. Then there are spots, still within those common locations that are more complicated, like the MemorSingular buildings and silos. Nedeau does an excellent job of making these futuristic locations feel surreal and authentic without getting complicated. Additionally, Nedeau uses MOMENTS to help us remember locations. For instance, some buildings in the book have glass floors. Darien is bothered by the floors so any time we are in these areas, we remember his fear and hence, remember the floors. There is also some very cool tech in this story!
I was blown away by the plot of this book. The funny thing is, Nedeau just moves through this plot like it’s a gentle stream, making it as easy to read as Green Eggs and Ham, but in reality, the idea is so complex and should be over our heads. He makes the idea of brain science and engineering seem as simple as ABC without taking away the importance of the science or the implications for the characters. The depth of the character's motivation on all sides really kept me invested. Even the bad guys were understandably evil. There was only one character who I didn’t entirely understand her motivation but in the end, it didn’t matter to me! I loved this story and the plot is like nothing I’ve ever read.
Themes of trust, honesty, corruption, control, and morals are ever-present in this book. Darien didn’t know who to trust and sometimes couldn’t even trust himself. Honesty was wielded like a gun and anyone could be shooting it. In the end, though, this whole book was about layers and layers of control. Everyone wanted but could anyone really have it?
Overall, I HIGHLY recommend this book. Nedeau spins a web of confusion and deception for his characters that they cannot avoid and we get to follow along as they try to understand just what the heck is going on and survive what they believe is a fight for their fragile lives.
August 26, 2020
I read an ARC copy of Science fiction author, Stephen Nedeau’s, Memory Reborn. It’s told through memories and simulations of Darien Mamont, a once wealthy man whose arrogance left him friendless and an illness left him not only broke but humble.
As part of Darien’s new job, he’s thrown into a world of chaos and images that he can never be sure are his own. The characters, Mr. Nedeau wrote are believable, heartfelt, and relatable. Darrien learns from his past mistakes and in his growth, learns to love respect others. For the first time, has people he calls friends. But how many of his memories are his own? And how many of them are simulations and tests on his brain activity by Dr. Hollister?
When Darien learns the truth, he is on the run for his life. But not just his life, but to keep his memories, before the company he works for, erases them as they need his body to implant someone else’s mind. I really enjoyed the science fiction visionary tale. It definitely has a futuristic vibe reminiscent of Logan’s Run meets Bladerunner meets Orphan Black.
Towards the last chapters of the book, I found myself riveted and glued to the pages, frantic to know if Darien is successful in his escape. The writing was intelligent but not overly scientific to where one couldn’t handle the technical aspect of it. And horrifying in the effect that this is something that could possibly happen – if you think about it. Well written, fast paced, and the type of book that gives you pause and something to contemplate even days after. 5 out of 5 stars.
As part of Darien’s new job, he’s thrown into a world of chaos and images that he can never be sure are his own. The characters, Mr. Nedeau wrote are believable, heartfelt, and relatable. Darrien learns from his past mistakes and in his growth, learns to love respect others. For the first time, has people he calls friends. But how many of his memories are his own? And how many of them are simulations and tests on his brain activity by Dr. Hollister?
When Darien learns the truth, he is on the run for his life. But not just his life, but to keep his memories, before the company he works for, erases them as they need his body to implant someone else’s mind. I really enjoyed the science fiction visionary tale. It definitely has a futuristic vibe reminiscent of Logan’s Run meets Bladerunner meets Orphan Black.
Towards the last chapters of the book, I found myself riveted and glued to the pages, frantic to know if Darien is successful in his escape. The writing was intelligent but not overly scientific to where one couldn’t handle the technical aspect of it. And horrifying in the effect that this is something that could possibly happen – if you think about it. Well written, fast paced, and the type of book that gives you pause and something to contemplate even days after. 5 out of 5 stars.
May 30, 2021
This is a mind boggling (pun intended) sci-fi adventure that twisted and turned from the first page to the intriguing last one. I spent much of my time trying to figure what (or who) was real and what could be believed. A really good read that I enjoyed!
I won a copy of this book in a Goodreads giveaway for this honest review.
I won a copy of this book in a Goodreads giveaway for this honest review.
April 30, 2021
Wonderful read
June 15, 2023
"Memory Reborn" takes the classic tropes and themes of Phillip K. Dick - namely the relationship between identity and memory - and brings them up to date in a satisfyingly paranoid tale of corporate ownership and surveillance that keeps you guessing and off balance.
October 28, 2021
I read an early version of this book (not the revised) and was impressed by how easy it was to disappear into this world that Steven had created. The main character is believable as an “every person” who realizes his world is not at all what he thought it was...
Worth a read!
Worth a read!
May 7, 2021
(review request submitted by the author for an honest critique)
Memory Reborn twisted my mind up like a pretzel. Real - fake - it was hard to decipher what the heck was going on. Memory Reborn was a real thinker. It made me question everything and everybody.
This book was a science fiction lover's wet dream; however, I believe it will appeal to readers who enjoy mystery novels. Hacking, murder mystery, extreme VR, and a few other elements will capture and hold your interest until the final page. You might even find yourself going back and reexamining the clues, wondering if you could've predicted what's happening in the silo before it's unveiled for us.
I had my suspicions. I was correct on a few essential items/people, but not on everything and everyone. Plot twists and surprise developments were the name of the game, and Memory Reborn had both!
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July 20, 2021I am not reviewing Memory Reborn and I will give no rating as I am the author. I noticed that there was no area allowed for professional reviews and I wanted to rectify that. The following are excerpts from Memory Reborn's review at Kirkus Reviews (link included below).
This thought-provoking SF novel by author Nedeau painstakingly details the fragility of identity. -- Kirkus Reviews
A tense read with an impressive reveal and an unpredictable conclusion. -- Kirkus Reviews
Nedeau also accomplishes the surprising feat of making the unpleasant protagonist likable by novel’s end; Darien is shown to mature as he learns that he’s not the only victim of the conspiracy at the heart of the story. -- Kirkus Reviews
To read the entire review:
link: Kirkus Review of Memory Reborn
This thought-provoking SF novel by author Nedeau painstakingly details the fragility of identity. -- Kirkus Reviews
A tense read with an impressive reveal and an unpredictable conclusion. -- Kirkus Reviews
Nedeau also accomplishes the surprising feat of making the unpleasant protagonist likable by novel’s end; Darien is shown to mature as he learns that he’s not the only victim of the conspiracy at the heart of the story. -- Kirkus Reviews
To read the entire review:
link: Kirkus Review of Memory Reborn
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