Three graduate students’ lives and ambitions collide in this near-future drama where experiments in genetics and computer intelligence converge, leading to courtroom confrontations and to an evolutionary leap that may redefine humanity.
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"A successful introduction to the series....Fischer's world is strong on imagery." —Denver Post
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P. J. Fischer grew up in Salem, Oregon, and holds a doctorate from the University of Oregon. Fischer’s fascination with science’s potential is evident in his novels, Julia and the Dream Maker and Green Eyes in the Amazon, in which he explores the inevitable impact of science on our lives.
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P. J. Fischer grew up in Salem, Oregon, and holds a B.S. degree from Oregon State University and a doctorate from the University of Oregon. Fischer's fascination with science's potential is evident in his novels, Julia and the Dream Maker and Green Eyes in the Amazon, in which he explores its inevitable impact on our lives. More information about P. J. Fischer can be found at www.mintedprose.com.
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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
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As an educator,I am excited about introducing it to students,
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This review is from: Julia and the Dream Maker (Rethinking the Future series) (Paperback)
Talk about "integrated curriculum"! This is a book that weaves science, computer technology, social studies, literature and the one thing that always grabs students - romance, into a page-turner that I know will leave my students begging to know "what happens next!?!" I am not usually a sci-fi fan myself, but found this book so relevant to today's headlines about scientific discoveries that will change the very way we live and view the world, that it was not hard for me to get engrossed in it. I highly recommend it for high school teachers looking to integrate science into their literature curriculum, or literature into their computer technology curriculum, among others. And, like the students, I can't wait for the sequel!
Ms. Sam Grabelle Providence, RI
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
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Brilliant Science Fiction Debut,
By Maani Rantel (NYC) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Julia and the Dream Maker (Rethinking the Future series) (Paperback)
Take the ultra-researched science of a Michael Crichton novel (with only a slightly milder level of paranoia), the challenging futuristic conceptual philosophy of a Philip K. Dick novel, mix in the self-evolving computer premise of David Gerrold's superb novel, "When Harley Was One," and what do you have? You have "Julia and the Dream Maker," the brilliant science fiction debut of P.J. Fischer. Fischer combines computer technology, cellular biology and the angst of three post-doc college students in a very near future to bring us the story of a prank experiment gone rogue, and the aftermath that leads to a unique possible future for humankind. With believable characters, a compelling premise and a natural story-telling style, Fischer's debut is a must-read not just for science fiction aficionados, but for anyone who likes excellent, page-turning fiction.
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
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Not just for Sci-fi/Fantasy fans,
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Science Fiction/Fantasy books generally hold no interest for me, and to label this book a part of that genre alone diminishes it as it is so much more! It is part literary thriller, part mystery, part romance. It is educational and provocative. It's funny and poignant. Left breahtless from page-turning to find that the end is only the beginning, I can't wait for the sequels!
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The Crime Wds, Professor Rabbit, Professor Bernard, The State, Major Lee, Plea-bargaining the Future, Dreaming the Future, The Consequence of Unintended Consequences, Meeting Steven's Dreams, Judge Jackson, Home Movies, Starting the Project, Bennie's Truth, The Latin Lesson, The Fear of Unintended Consequences, Nile River, Valley of the Kings, The Wets Browse Sample Pages:
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The Crime Wds, Professor Rabbit, Professor Bernard, The State, Major Lee, Plea-bargaining the Future, Dreaming the Future, The Consequence of Unintended Consequences, Meeting Steven's Dreams, Judge Jackson, Home Movies, Starting the Project, Bennie's Truth, The Latin Lesson, The Fear of Unintended Consequences, Nile River, Valley of the Kings, The Wets Browse Sample Pages:
Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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