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Wilson Kincaid is a Los Angeles-based science fiction author and futurist whose work explores the intersection of technology and humanity. With a decades-long career in the entertainment industry, Kincaid has contributed to some of the most innovative and technologically advanced projects across film and television.
His debut novel, The Murder Algorithm, has been praised for its seamless integration of complex technological concepts into a gripping narrative, drawing comparisons to the speculative storytelling found in Black Mirror. Kincaid is known for crafting layered, plausible worlds inhabited by memorable characters facing extraordinary situations, all while examining humanity's evolving relationship with technology.
Kincaid believes that science fiction serves as a medium to pose significant "what if" questions, with compelling stories providing entertaining, thought-provoking, and revealing insights into human nature.
Reviewed by Makeda Cummings for Readers' Favorite
Wilson Kincaid's The Murder Algorithm is set in the foreseeable future, where people's lives are streamed onto social media platforms nonstop, all thanks to tech giant StarSee corporations. The Los Angeles-based protagonist, Roman Glass, is a skilled IT tech accused of murdering a well-known celebrity, Starla Devine, when a broadcast of her mystifying murder airs on social media. Roman is determined to prove his innocence to online viewers and the police. Unfortunately, this daunting task is anything but easy since the whole world has allegedly witnessed his crime. Rae Dettmer, a Social Media Investigator, is fast on the case. She actually believes Roman is innocent. When she smells a cover-up somewhere, her attention turns to StarSee Corp. Can Dettmer and Roman successfully crack the case and seek justice for the victim in a sweeping move?
The Murder Algorithm is a fast-paced sci-fi thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat all the way through. Wilson Kincaid artfully combines hard-core sci-fi with an entrancing murder mystery, making this a fascinating and unpredictable read. Through Roman's battle to prove his innocence, the author challenges readers to visualize the pros and cons of technological progress. The evocative imagery and incisive dialogues make the plot flow superbly, enhancing the story in a noteworthy way. Roman's noticeable character development—in the role of both the accused and an amateur detective—is impressively enacted, demonstrating his resilience and flexibility in dual roles. Dettmer adds a spark of exuberance to their dynamic duo. Die-hard science fiction fans who love an exciting rollercoaster ride full of technological wonders, intrigue, and suspense will enjoy this read.
