Accidental Creatures

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In a near-future Detroit, the living polymer industry has the city in its grip. While vat-divers struggle to organize, the GeneSysCorporation works on making human workers obsolete. An escaped mutant, a con-artist and a techno-geek team up to unravel corporate blackmail, deceit, and murder. One thing is certain: the city and the world will never be the same once the latest R&D development is unleashed. Chapter 1 — Motor City Requiem

“This building is condemned by the WEB 9 Zoning Authority. Please vacate the proximity of this building. This building is condemned by the WEB 9 Zoning Authority,” droned a soft feminine voice. Chango paced the genelink fence in frustration. On the other side, the great brick bulk of the Russell Industrial Center loomed like a beached and lifeless whale.

Two days ago there was a rave-in here; fifty or more squatters partying, cooking, eating and sleeping. Loud music and vivid strips of celluplast streamed from the windows of the abandoned factory, announcing the presence of the rave to anyone in the neighborhood while electrical and coaxial line usage seeped into Cityweb’s awareness.

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