"Six interconnected stories that ask how far we will go to remake ourselves into the …
Review of 'Stronger, faster, and more beautiful' on 'Goodreads'
3 stars
An interesting new take on the post-human...
The book is well written and is a quick and enjoyable read. The story is split in 6 parts, each part a short story with different characters.
I particularly enjoyed part 5. Which reminds me of Bruce Stirlings Schismatrix. With Russians being the Mechanics only enhancing their bodies with electronics and Americans being the Shapers doing the same with genetics.
The book feels very American. The story is seen through a religious lens that feels foreign to a Scandinavian like myself.
I was quite annoyed by the inevitable ending where the hubris of man is punished.
