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When 99% of humans are unemployed, it's only a matter of time before they become 100% expendable. New York City, 2057. Still recovering from her tortured past, ex-NYPD cop Alice Yu's life has crashed. But when a murdered government witness turns out to be an illegal human copy, she seizes the chance to win back her badge by helping the investigation. Partnered with a mysterious FBI agent, she quickly finds herself in the crosshairs of a brutal conspiracy. Barely surviving assassination, they follow the trail to Washington, D.C. But Yu's partner has his own agenda. And the powers that be have no intention of allowing her to solve this case... Can Yu expose their devastating plot before she becomes its next victim? This Automatic Eden is the second nail-biting novel in the Cortex science fiction series. If you like tough action heroines, dark visions of the future, and atmospheric settings, then you'll love Jim Keen's future thriller! **** Praise for "This Automatic Eden" " I've been reading Science Fiction for 60 years and Jim Keen is a new talent to be cherished." Bill B. " An absolute must read." TF. " Can't put it down... Highly recommend." A.NYC. " A hugely entertaining story; it is as exhilarating as it is prophetic." N.A. " Near future sci fi that is believable, and a great read." KL. " The perfect blend of golden age excitement and modern grit that had me racing through the book." Mike S. " Keen blew my socks off with the second installment in his Cortex Series." Ryan. " Can't wait for what's next one!" Rick G. " I am ready for book 3 now!" Glynn W. " There are so many twists and turns that keeps you gripped and wanting to finish the page and start the next one." Kieran L. " This blew me away... some of these scenes will stay with me long after reading." ER. " If you're