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Synopsis
**Winner of the 2008 Arthur C. Clarke Award** **Published as *Black Man* in the UK and *Thirteen* in North America** Carl Marsalis is a traitor, a bringer of death, a genetic freak and an unwelcome reminder of all that is dark in the human psyche – he in every sense of the word a Black Man. And right at the moment he’s beyond the UN’s jurisdiction, banged up in a Florida jail for financing an illegal abortion. So when the US police call, Carl cuts a deal. The 13s are genetically engineered alpha males, designed to fight the century’s last conflicts. But men bred and designed to fight are dangerous to have around in peacetime. Many of them have left for Mars, but one has returned. Somehow he survived the journey to Earth, and now a series of brutal slayings has erupted across America. Only Carl can stop him. And so begins a frenetic man hunt and a battle for survival. And a search for the truth about what was really done with the world’s last soldiers. ([Source][1]) [1]: https://www.richardkmorgan.com/writing/black-man-aka-thirteen/
Black Man: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
This adult science fiction novel contains graphic violence including brutal serial killings, strong language throughout, sexual content, and explores mature themes of genetic engineering and discrimination. The protagonist is a genetically engineered supersoldier hunting another of his kind.
What to know going in
This book has graphic violence, moderate sexual content, and strong language. Content notes include graphic violence, murder, and violence (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Adult readers who enjoy dark, gritty science fiction with complex moral questions will appreciate this tense manhunt across a future Earth.