There's not much to recommend this tale. The main characters seem lost most of the time which explains why the reader was as well.The extension of the AR "hotsuits" to faster levels through the use of drugs served no notable purpose. The imagery was tattered and scattered. I felt no particular interest or sympathy for any of the players.I would recommend that you pass this anxious turmoil by and hope that Cadigan's next effort has better focus and depth.