Alpha Omega

A gripping tale of chaos, technology, and survival

Nicholas Bowling author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Titan Books Ltd

Published:21st Jul '20

Should be back in stock very soon

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In Alpha Omega, chaos erupts at a futuristic academy, leading a teacher and an expelled student to confront dark realities within a dangerous virtual game.

In Alpha Omega, a gripping narrative unfolds at the NutriStart Skills Academy, where unsettling events signal a deeper malaise. The discovery of a human skull on the playing fields sets off alarms, while children begin to exhibit symptoms of a strange and gruesome virus. As chaos engulfs the academy, the security system malfunctions, leaving the National Security Agency scrambling to manage a crisis that threatens to unravel the institution's reputation. Teacher Tom Rosen embarks on a quest for answers, but he soon finds that distinguishing between reality, illusion, and the surreal is more challenging than he anticipated.

Amidst the turmoil, one student, Gabriel Backer, emerges as a potential savior. However, Gabriel's journey is complicated by his recent expulsion and his descent into the dark world of Alpha Omega, a vast virtual reality role-playing game. This game, initially a thrilling escape, soon reveals its sinister side, forcing Gabriel to confront both the dangers within the virtual realm and the harsh realities of his life outside. The stakes are high as he races against time to uncover the truth behind the chaos at the academy.

Alpha Omega masterfully weaves elements of science fiction and psychological thriller, drawing comparisons to Stranger Things, Black Mirror, and Ready Player One. As the narrative unfolds, readers are taken on a journey that explores the blurred lines between gaming and reality, and the profound impact of technology on our lives.

"By the final chapter each thread has been skillyfully unravelled... Nicholas Bowling is a thrilling writer who keeps the reader permanently on edge."  Telegraph

"Inventive, playful bonkers writing... and an explosive finale that ties up all the story's threads with a beautiful, pitch-black bow." SFX Magazine

“A relentlessly entertaining ride – memorably oddball characters, spot-on satire and smart, deadpan humour. I read it in a flurry.” Tim Major, author of Snakeskins 

“Too-close-for-comfort dystopia… A frightening picture of a repressive near-future, but it’s the glints of humanity and humour in its telling that set it apart.” Louis Greenburg, author of Green Valley 

“Wonderfully twisty and atmospheric... One not to miss." The Bookseller

"The author is one to watch." Historical Novel Association

ISBN: 9781789093810

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 368g

416 pages