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Reviewing and rating this book is really easy. First, I’d mention that I did this book as an audio book, and it really worked well. Just like in Kill Decision, Jeff Gurner did a really great job narrating the book. All I have to do now is just explain how great this “a genius trying to take over the world�� techno-thriller is.

When I was 10% through I was fully immersed in the book, and I had to know how the things would evolve, what’s really happening that we don’t know? What Sobol really wants to achieve? Who would win this “mind�� game? I just HAD to keep on reading (listening, of course :) ).
The great pacing, tons of action, good writing, the great structure this book has, and a lot of well-conceived plot-twists are exactly what kept me on the edge the whole way, making it in essence a true page-turner.

The characterization in this book is far better than in Kill Decision or other thrillers. While in Kill Decision and other thrillers there’s an emphasize on portraying the main character well, but other characters might feel somewhat flat, that’s not the case here. The supporting characters were really well-drawn and character development was evident.

All in all, it’s a superb techno-thriller/SF that had surpassed my high expectations. There’s no resolution in the end, but I had no problem with that.
Daemon is highly recommended to everyone. But people who’re looking for a smart techno-thriller/SF and have an affinity to technology and Artificial-Intelligence might find it even more appealing.

5/5