Review of The Seduction of Myra

[La Dunar]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "The Seduction of Myra" by Christopher Wayne Cearley.]

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3 out of 5 stars

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“The Seduction of Myra” by Christopher W. Cearley can be classified as a crime and fiction-related dark story, for it describes the experiences of a group of people struggling for their survival in a world of crime, sex, and drugs. The plot is located in the suburban world of Atlanta, in the northeastern part of Georgia; the major characters are the narrator and his friends Frederick and Racheal. In this world, Dream Haven Projections, a technology to lengthen humans’ lives inside a man-made cyberspace projection, plays a significant role. 
 
The story starts with the narrator and Fredrick high-tailing it through the city in an attempt to catch Foster, a junkie who has stolen some drugs from them. This brief confrontation sets the pattern for future action in this novel; to be more precise, this is a series of scenes that are tense and, in many cases, violent. Substance dependency, infidelity, and somewhat of an otherworldly hallucination are themes present as they live their lives and attempt to cope as they move in and out of Dream Haven, where one can live beyond their expected lifespan but death exists within the world. 
 
Altogether, it is worth admitting that the book excellently paints the picture of a dystopian world. Cearley constructs a thick, believable, albeit dystopian world of technology and decay, which readers can easily get lost in. This is because the characters are fully developed, and as such, the deeds they both perform and endure are interesting. Cearley blended tension and suspense at the right time and place so that readers could be active all through the story line. The blend of realistic background and science fiction elements is something that can be hardly found in other works in the same genre. 
 
Nevertheless, some common problems of editing found in the books, like grammatical and typographical errors, are noticed here and there. Furthermore, it is worth noting that most incidents described in the novel are connected to the less pleasant side of life, including the theme of drug usage and the existence of gang wars. The existence that the characters depict is quite dark and, at some point, may make readers uncomfortable or give them a wrong perspective of life. Despite having good things to say about this book, I think it still has room for improvement; therefore, I'd give it a three out of five-star rating.
 
I recommend “The Seduction of Myra” for those who like dystopian books where society’s garbage side is not camouflaged. However, it may not be beneficial to those who are optomistic or those who like to read light stories. Still, if the stories that intertwine technological progress with people and all the controversies connected with it appeal to you, it’s reasonable to read this book.

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[Martin Shae]

“The Seduction of Myra” by Christopher W. Cearley is a dark crime fiction set in suburban Atlanta, Georgia. It follows a group of people, including the narrator and his friends Frederick and Racheal, as they navigate a world of crime, sex, and drugs. Central to the plot is Dream Haven Projections, a technology that extends human life within a man-made cyberspace.

[Idris Alooma]

Based on the review, "The Seduction of Myra" by Christopher W. Cearley appears to be an intriguing and well-crafted dystopian novel. The author successfully creates a believable and immersive world filled with tension and suspense. The characters are fully developed, adding depth to the story. However, it is important to note that the book contains dark themes and may not be suitable for those seeking lighter reads. Overall, I would rate it a solid three out of five stars. Compelling pacing, kept the story moving briskly.