Idoru

Summary

The novel «Idoru» by William Gibson unfolds in a future where technology and virtual reality play a pivotal role in people's lives. The main character, Colin Laney, possesses a unique ability to find hidden connections within streams of information. He is hired to investigate a peculiar event: the famous rock musician Rez wants to marry Idoru, a virtual pop star. Laney travels to Tokyo to uncover the truth behind this intention. Along the way, he encounters a world of virtual idols, corporate intrigue, and technological mysteries. The novel explores themes of identity, reality, and the impact of technology on human relationships.