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New Arcadia: A Technothriller
"This auspicious tale’s intriguing hero has the potential to shake up the techno-thriller genre." -Kirkus Reviews
"New Where Memory and Deception Blur"
In a genre-defying techno-thriller that's capturing hearts and minds, Kirkus Reviews hails the story's intriguing hero as a potential game-changer.
Dissociative amnesia is Alicia Yoder's unwelcome companion, shrouding her past in a fog of uncertainty. Once a brilliant neuroscience graduate student, she now finds herself embroiled in the murky depths of a secret government organization. Promised that her memory loss is but a temporary shadow, Alicia soldiers on, determined to complete her training.
But when a seemingly routine diplomatic mission leads her to the de facto US Embassy in Taiwan, Alicia is thrust into a world where secrets become weapons and trust is a luxury. An emergency meeting propels her into a role she never anticipated, one far removed from the realm of diplomacy. With suspense that'll leave you breathless and a plot that has the New York Times bestselling author Kevin J. Anderson raving, "You won't be disappointed," Alicia's journey through the labyrinth of her forgotten past is a rollercoaster of suspense, intrigue, and revelation.
In "New Arcadia," the line between memory and deception blurs, and Alicia must overcome the mysteries of her past to survive a future defined by forces beyond her control. Get ready for a thrill ride that'll keep you guessing until the very end.
"New Where Memory and Deception Blur"
In a genre-defying techno-thriller that's capturing hearts and minds, Kirkus Reviews hails the story's intriguing hero as a potential game-changer.
Dissociative amnesia is Alicia Yoder's unwelcome companion, shrouding her past in a fog of uncertainty. Once a brilliant neuroscience graduate student, she now finds herself embroiled in the murky depths of a secret government organization. Promised that her memory loss is but a temporary shadow, Alicia soldiers on, determined to complete her training.
But when a seemingly routine diplomatic mission leads her to the de facto US Embassy in Taiwan, Alicia is thrust into a world where secrets become weapons and trust is a luxury. An emergency meeting propels her into a role she never anticipated, one far removed from the realm of diplomacy. With suspense that'll leave you breathless and a plot that has the New York Times bestselling author Kevin J. Anderson raving, "You won't be disappointed," Alicia's journey through the labyrinth of her forgotten past is a rollercoaster of suspense, intrigue, and revelation.
In "New Arcadia," the line between memory and deception blurs, and Alicia must overcome the mysteries of her past to survive a future defined by forces beyond her control. Get ready for a thrill ride that'll keep you guessing until the very end.
- GenresScience FictionThriller
378 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 26, 2023
147 people are currently reading
55 people want to read
About the author
M.A. Rothman
83 books325 followersUSA TODAY bestselling author, M.A. Rothman, is one of the most unlikely novelists you'll ever meet. He's an engineer first and foremost, with a background in the sciences, and somehow or another, this writing habit of his has turned into a bit more than just a run-of-the-mill hobby.
He primarily writes stories that focus on two things: technology and international intrigue. This writing tends to span the genres of science fiction, techno-thriller, and mainstream thrillers.
When not writing, he enjoys cooking, learning about new technology, travel, and spending time with his family.
He primarily writes stories that focus on two things: technology and international intrigue. This writing tends to span the genres of science fiction, techno-thriller, and mainstream thrillers.
When not writing, he enjoys cooking, learning about new technology, travel, and spending time with his family.
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Displaying 1 - 13 of 13 reviews
December 24, 2023
It was good. I liked other books I've read by M.A. Rothman and thought I'd give this one a go.
It wasn't bad, but I had a hard time connecting with the character. Also, while it's supposed to be a standalone, it feels like I didn't know the character because I haven't read the series about her father. I believe I read a story with her in it, but it wasn't really connected.
I'm still going to try the next one and see if it sticks better.
It wasn't bad, but I had a hard time connecting with the character. Also, while it's supposed to be a standalone, it feels like I didn't know the character because I haven't read the series about her father. I believe I read a story with her in it, but it wasn't really connected.
I'm still going to try the next one and see if it sticks better.
August 18, 2025
Alicia saves the world - again.
I really enjoyed this book. Alicia’s character is complex and interesting. the author uses it to bring in technology and soften the scenarios that are played out. this story takes off on the wuhan lab /covid epidemic and postulates the next turn of the wheel.
I really enjoyed this book. Alicia’s character is complex and interesting. the author uses it to bring in technology and soften the scenarios that are played out. this story takes off on the wuhan lab /covid epidemic and postulates the next turn of the wheel.
November 15, 2023
Good book!
Typical spy thriller with an unusual hitch: The spy in training is a woman that experienced the sex slave trade at a very young age. She and her sisters were adopted by a spy.
The sisters were raised in an Amish community with a strict grandmother at the helm.
Typical spy thriller with an unusual hitch: The spy in training is a woman that experienced the sex slave trade at a very young age. She and her sisters were adopted by a spy.
The sisters were raised in an Amish community with a strict grandmother at the helm.
July 7, 2023
OK read but the story line was nothing really new and I never got involved with any of the characters.
July 28, 2023
A nice opening act. Looking forward to Alicia’s development. Perhaps a “Bond’s” proverbial Q character might be needed.
September 9, 2023
I want to like this book more but I feel I've dropped into the middle of a series and should know more about some of the characters. Maybe Rothman's Multiverse would help.
April 11, 2024
Always a next time
This was a refreshing change from books I had been reading that had a dreadful ending. I like to see the good guys win in the end!
This was a refreshing change from books I had been reading that had a dreadful ending. I like to see the good guys win in the end!
May 7, 2024
Kinda fun again. He is reusing some material and descriptions almost verbatim but I guess if you are not reading them in a row like me it’d make sense.
July 2, 2024
New Arcadia
This was a fast paced, interesting read. It had just enough connection with real life to be believable. I enjoyed it.
This was a fast paced, interesting read. It had just enough connection with real life to be believable. I enjoyed it.
December 2, 2024
A very nice tale
I'm enjoying the near bleeding edge technology that is included in these stories. Some of the activities described I don't believe could go unnoticed in our world.
I'm enjoying the near bleeding edge technology that is included in these stories. Some of the activities described I don't believe could go unnoticed in our world.
December 11, 2024
This series took off with this one. Highly recommended.
June 14, 2025
ANOTHER GREAT READ
Not quite at the level , yet, as Levi but Alicia learns fast! I’m looking forward to Alicia's next 'job'!
Not quite at the level , yet, as Levi but Alicia learns fast! I’m looking forward to Alicia's next 'job'!
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