Deception Well
Deception Well by Linda Nagata, published by Mythic Island Press LLC in 2011, is a thought-provoking exploration of belief and transformation set against the backdrop of a planet afflicted by alien nanotechnology. This edition spans 416 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows Lot, the son of the enigmatic Jupiter Apolinario, who has vanished along with his followers amidst a conflict fueled by faith and doubt. As Lot grapples with his father’s legacy and the implications of his own charismatic influence, he embarks on a journey to uncover the truth about Deception Well and the nature of the faith that binds its inhabitants.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of themes woven throughout the story, including the interplay of faith and doubt, as well as the impact of advanced technology on society. The novel delves into the complexities of belief systems and the seductive power of charismatic leaders, all while navigating the fine line between enlightenment and peril. Deception Well is part of the Nanotech Succession series, which presents a unique vision of the future shaped by the rise of nanotechnology and its consequences. This edition invites readers to engage with the intricate dynamics of action, adventure, and science fiction in a world where faith can be as infectious as a virus.
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In a war of belief, faith is a virus, and it’s spreading fast.Remnants of an alien nanotechnology infest the surface of the planet, Deception Well, giving rise to deadly plagues that make the Well uninhabitable—or so most believe. Jupiter Apolinario saw it differently. He believed the planet was host to an ancient, alien mechanism of transformation meant to embrace all life forms in an ecstatic communion. Jupiter disappeared on the planet along with a handful of followers, though whether they were taken by death or transcendence, no one could say.Ten years later, Jupiter’s son, Lot, stands at the center of conflict. Like his father, Lot has a seductive presence, and a charismatic nature that seems more-than-human. People are helplessly drawn to him. Their faith in him is strong and their numbers are growing, but Lot is beset with doubts about his father’s teachings. So he sets out to learn the truth about Jupiter, about his own powerful calling as a prophet, and about the real nature of Deception Well, where a razor-thin line divides bliss from damnation.Enjoy all four books of the Nanotech Succession, a collection of stand-alone novels exploring the rise of nanotechnology and the strange and fascinating future that follows.
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