A scientific thriller quality

In 2040 science has made phenomenal progress. These advances are not without danger, and many voices have been raised in the world to stop this escalation scientific leading to the creation of "post-human". The ERD was created to oversee the progress and prohibit certain research areas deemed too dangerous by international leaders.
But everyone is not of this opinion, and several scientists continue their research in secret. Kade is one of these. He works on the development of a drug for the communion of many minds. This young idealistic hope allow the world to become aware of their errors and return to a sustainable peace period. But when Kade is identified by the DRE, his destiny changed. The organization uses it as a spy; his world collapses and convictions will be put to the test.

Ramez Naam in this book addresses a current topic in science fiction, hazards to human Letre progress of science. We follow Kade, a young scientist kneaded with good intentions. Questioning and doubts the young man echo our own doubts. Should we be afraid of what changes the evolution of our nature? Should we trust the man when placed at his disposal a technology that can be used both for good and for evil? Who has the right to decide what should be allowed or not? Governments? Scientists? Nobody?

"We can hurt people with a gun. With words we can get them to commit atrocities. A book is as dangerous as any of my work. We need this. "Our current problems can not be solved by the level of thinking that is responsible. "It was Einstein who said it. This can lead us to the next level. "

The reflection on science and human nature does not forget to author her story. The suspense is well balanced. The characters are interesting and profound. We never get bored. For those who would be afraid of a book too "scientific", they can rest assured. The book is easy to access. It does not dwell on the work by themselves but their consequences. Nexus is not a novel of hard science and is closer scientific thriller.

Finally, Nexus is a very nice novel. It is passionate about the adventures of Kade, reflecting on the choices available to him. A great success.

Rating: 8/10