Altered Carbon, written by Richard K. Morgan, is a cyberpunk novel set in a future where consciousness can be transferred to different bodies, known as sleeves. The story follows Takeshi Kovacs, a former soldier turned private investigator, as he is hired to solve the murder of a wealthy man. With its noir atmosphere, intricate world-building, and exploration of themes like identity, mortality, and the commodification of the human body, Altered Carbon offers a thrilling transhumanist dystopian experience.
