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Nasim is a young computer scientist, hoping to work on the Human Connectome Project: a plan to map every neural connection in the brain. But funding for the project is cancelled, and she ends up devoting her career to Zendegi, a computerised virtual world used by millions. Then, 15 years later, the Connectome Project is revived.
Is Zendegi appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
A thoughtful hard science fiction novel exploring virtual reality, brain mapping, and the nature of consciousness. No violence, sexual content, or strong language—appropriate for mature middle schoolers and up who enjoy cerebral, character-driven SF.
What to know going in
This book has no graphic violence, no sexual content, and clean language.
Publisher ages reflect reading level; our rating reflects content maturity — they can differ.
Who'll love this
Teens who love thinking about how technology might change our lives and what makes us human will find this exploration of virtual worlds fascinating.