Digital Walls (A Cyberpunk Saga #3) by Matthew A. Goodwin

Digital Walls (A Cyberpunk Saga #3) Reviews

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  Bogi Zweiundvierzich

  This series continues to go on strong!
  
  If you've read Corroded Cells, you simply must pick this one up. (Simply because of the cliffhanger.)
  
  More betrayal, and the world is getting even more etched out. (This is going to be my running gag - but by now, I can almost smell the space faring coming in one of the next installments. Okay, I'm joking.)
  
  But to be honest, we've reached a certain point where Moss should now become a better fighter. He's made incredible improvement in the first novel, but that seems to have slowed down. Which is kind of frustrating. He should have grown accustomed to the shadows by now.
  
  Getting him to unlock his ability in his brain is something I wish upon the next novel (which is out, I've seen in the interim). Also I hope to see some more sidekicks return, like Judy (where are they?) and patch.
  
  Nonetheless, I'll keep following this series. The novels are rather short (less than 300 pages each), but I think of this as a boon, something to read for fun without getting clocked up for a long time.
  
  If you haven't done by now, you should pick up those books.
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  Cody

  Continuing the saga of Moss and Co. Still a cool cyberpunk series and I'm sure I'll happily read the next one. Still think the first entry, Into Neon, is the best one though.
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  Darth Dragonetti

  "Digital Walls" is book 3 in the excellent Cyberpunk Saga, written by Matthew A Goodwin. I'd recommend you read the other two great books in the series before picking up Digital Walls. I'd also highly recommend "Deadly in Pink," which is a backstory novella starring everyone's favorite badass cyberpunk heroine: Ynna.
  
  "Digital Walls" picks up shortly after the tumultuous ending of book 2, "Corroded Cells." Moss is held captive, armed with nothing but an enigmatic program in his head. After a daring escape, Moss must figure this program out whilst on a manic adventure replete with newfound allies, fresh locales, glitzy galas, and dastardly villains. Meanwhile, the lines between reality and the digital realm become increasingly blurred for Moss, who must navigate a world where nothing is quite what it seems on the surface.
  
  Once again, I must applaud Matt Goodwin for a job well done. "Digital Walls" takes what has been great in the series thus far and keeps running with it, while giving us new content and new ideas that are compelling in the way only a cyberpunk tale can effectively convey. The concept of a computer program in Moss' head is terribly interesting. Having him come to grips with it while figuring out how it works--all while having to survive ranks of corporate goons, pirates, and the like--makes for a tale with wall-to-wall action, but also with some real depth. I appreciate that the author has crafted such a nail-biter of a story that also deals with such substantive themes. The balance is not an easy one, but author Goodwin handles it deftly.
  
  There are some fun new worlds introduced "Digital Walls" that we have not been seen thus far in the series. The setting is unique for a cyberpunk tale, and is a fun contrast to the rain-soaked urban sprawl familiar to cyberpunk fans. The series continues to explore man's relationship with technology, and we see that even in the future there is still rejection of technology, with over-reliance on it seen as a stigma. From a narrative standpoint, these ideas create opportunity for unique situations and fun action scenes that the author takes full advantage of. Of particular interest to me is the idea that perception of reality can be blurred with that of the digital realm. It's a fascinating concept, and one worth exploring further. Also compelling is the idea that digital copies can be made of someone's essence, such as with Moss' father. The book is chock full of these intriguing and provocative ideas; they'll stick with you even after you've finished the final page. The novel also rings true as a cautionary tale against invasive technology, unfettered corporate power, and more.
  
  Robust characterization has been, and continues to be, a hallmark of the series. Moss and Gibbs continue to be developed into seasoned and increasingly grizzled veterans of the conflict in which they find themselves. Their transformation feels authentic, despite being done within a relatively short amount of time. The addition of Moss' grandmother as a main character is a boon to the novel. She is easily the most interesting character of the bunch, and her complicated relationship to Moss lends an engaging dynamic to the story. Puck and Irene are also great, and the sexual tension between Irene and Moss is well done. I did find the corporate villains to be a tad caricatured, but they're certainly easy to hate! In the end the novel never loses its human element, which gives the book heart and makes the reader care about the characters.
  
  "Digital Walls" is such a delight to read, whether for its exciting action, superb characters, or big ideas. Matt Goodwin has a real winner on his hands with his Cyberpunk Saga, and I can't wait to see what the future holds for this fantastic series and its fantastic author!
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  Jaimie

  Another great read, my only complaint... I read it too fast! I’ve been reading a lot of mystery fiction lately so this genre was a breath of fresh air! Action packed from the beginning, literally page one we are taken to where we left off, thank goodness! No time to waste! Throughout the book we are introduced to a few new steampunk characters, who are a breath of fresh air compared to all the regular tech savvy, badass, augmented characters we’ve met in the past two books. No spoilers alert here... but that world that was expanded in book 2? Well it just got a whole lot bigger, expanding to a whole new level. Mixing the real world we know with the tech world we’ve been introduced to in the previous books gives reader’s a whole new experience. Overall I couldn’t be happier with how this book turned out and can’t wait for the next one!
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  Bruce Carter

  I'm still enjoying this series, and will likely try to complete it, but the escapes that Moss is making as time goes on are tending toward fantasy rather than cyberpunk. He is somehow able to defeat ridiculous odds for no other apparent reason than he is "the good guy". OK, larger than life characters can do things like that once in a while, but it's one after another with this guy, even within the confines of one book. Additionally, with all of the stealth tech that is available in this ecosphere, you'd think some of these corps and rich folk would have a little bit better security.
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  Jill Clifton

  Close to Home!
  
  Goodwin has added another compelling piece to the puzzle as we follow Moss and friends as they try to save their world. The story includes colorful new characters such as Steampuck and the fun banter between Moss and old friends like Gibbs which his readers have come to enjoy. What is truly engaging, however, is how the Cyberpunk story seems not all that far fetched from where we are in the history of the real world right now. Definitely a page turner!
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  saintlouis

  This is an amazing story
  
  If you want just a little action this is not the book for you. This is full blown butt kicking science fiction storytelling. As the two previous books were very good, this third story may be even better. I can’t wait for book four.
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  Martin

  Sadly, I didn't like this one as much as the previous two books. I had a feeling that it was kinda all over the place, too much set-up for almost no payoff, and the interaction between characters was somehow stilted and not very natural.
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  Allison Pizel

  My favorite one so far! Keep em coming!!