Black Glass

Black Glass by John Shirley, published by Elder Signs Press, Incorporated in 2008, is a first edition work comprising 312 pages. This novel follows Richard Candle, who has endured four years of “UnMinding” after taking the fall for his younger brother. Upon his release, he finds his brother entrenched in the dangerous world of V-Rat, a virtual reality addiction, while also contending with threats from Grist, the head of a powerful multinational corporation.

Readers will encounter a narrative that explores themes of family life and the complexities of sibling relationships against a backdrop of horror and thrillers. As Richard navigates a society increasingly lost in escapism, he embarks on a quest through underground stock markets and the chaotic environment of Rooftown, all while facing a formidable adversary in the form of the Multisemblant, a conscious program with a dark agenda. This edition presents a vivid exploration of Richard’s struggles in a world where reality and virtuality collide.