Book Review: The Babel Apocalypse by Vyvyan Evans

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About The Book:

Title: THE BABEL APOCALYPSE (Songs of the Sage #1)

Author: Vyvyan Evans

Pub. Date: May 2, 2023

Publisher: Nephilim Publishing

Formats:  Paperback, eBook

Pages: 388

Find it: Goodreads, https://books2read.com/THE-BABEL-APOCALYPSE 

“They who control language control everything.”A dystopian, cyberpunk, sci-fi odyssey that will make you think about language in a whole new way.

Language is no longer learned, but streamed to neural implants regulated by lang-laws. Those who can’t afford language streaming services are feral, living on the fringes of society. Big tech corporations control language, the world’s most valuable commodity.

But when a massive cyberattack causes a global language outage, catastrophe looms.

Europol detective Emyr Morgan is assigned to the case. His prime suspect is Professor Ebba Black, the last native speaker of language in the automated world, and leader of the Babel cyberterrorist organization. But Emyr soon learns that in a world of corporate power, where those who control language control everything, all is not as it seems.

As he and Ebba collide, Emyr faces an existential dilemma between loyalty and betrayal, when everything he once believed in is called into question. To prevent the imminent collapse of civilization and a global war between the great federations, he must figure out friend from foe-his life depends on it. And with the odds stacked against him, he must find a way to stop the Babel Apocalypse.

“A perfect fusion of SF, thriller, and mystery—smart speculative fiction at its very best.”– Kirkus

“With a perfect blend of Sci-Fi, mystery, and thriller, its unique method of crashing a near-future Earth society had me hooked from start to finish.”– Reedsy

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Why Should You Read This?

The Babel Apocalypse by Vyvyan Evans is a thrilling dystopian, cyberpunk, sci-fi novel that will leave you questioning the power and control of language in our society. Set in a future where language is no longer learned, but rather streamed to neural implants regulated by laws, the story explores the consequences of a world where language is the most valuable commodity.

The novel centers around Europol detective Emyr Morgan, who is assigned to investigate a massive cyberattack that has caused a global language outage. His prime suspect is Professor Ebba Black, the last native speaker of language in the automated world, and leader of the Babel cyberterrorist organization. As Emyr delves deeper into the case, he begins to question everything he once believed in, and is forced to confront an existential dilemma between loyalty and betrayal.

What makes this novel truly unique is its exploration of the power dynamics of language in society. The idea that those who control language control everything is a fascinating concept that Evans masterfully weaves throughout the story. The contrast between the haves and have-nots, where those who can’t afford language streaming services are feral and live on the fringes of society, adds to the dystopian feel of the book.

Overall, The Babel Apocalypse is an incredibly thought-provoking and engaging read. Evans’ writing is sharp and insightful, and the plot is filled with twists and turns that will keep you on the edge of your seat. I highly recommend this book to anyone who loves dystopian, cyberpunk, or sci-fi novels, or to anyone who is interested in exploring the power and control of language in society.

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About Vyvyan Evans:

Dr. Vyvyan Evans is a native of Chester, England. He holds a PhD in linguistics from Georgetown University, Washington, D.C., and is a Professor of Linguistics. He has published numerous acclaimed popular science and technical books on language and linguistics. His popular science essays and articles have appeared in numerous venues including ‘The Guardian’, ‘Psychology Today’, ‘New York Post’, ‘New Scientist’, ‘Newsweek’ and ‘The New Republic’. His award-winning writing focuses, in one way or another, on the nature of language and mind, the impact of technology on language, and the future of communication. His science fiction work explores the status of language and digital communication technology as potential weapons of mass destruction.

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