Can a child raised in darkness change the destiny of humanity?Joel is no ordinary orphan. Born aboard a generation ship, his real home is Brin -a virtual world where an AI has cared for him like a mother since birth.But beyond Brin lies a universe his people have never seen. In the 24th century, free will has been erased and faith outlawed. Humanity spreads across the galaxy like a plague, ruled by corporations that control not only life, but the soul itself.Joel doesn't know it yet, but he is about to ignite a new era: an epic journey that will carry him from the shadows of space into battles for freedom, love, and the future of humankind.Beyond science fiction, this novel weaves cyberpunk, space opera and human drama into a story of rebellion, hope and discovery.Are you ready to enter the future of humanity?Other books by the author: - 11.4 Light Dreams (Brin Trilogy, Book 1) (2016)- Black Tears of Brin (Brin Trilogy, Book 2) (2019)