A life undone, a mystery buried deep underground.

Armando wakes in a bunker, determined to find the truth of who controlled his life—and why.

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Armando Carrillo has always lived with the nagging feeling that the world wasn’t real, but he never expected to wake up naked in an abandoned underground bunker with a computer screen behind him flashing the words CLIENT DISCONNECTED.

After discovering that his life in Austin, Texas, was nothing more than a computer simulation, Armando must unravel the mystery of his true existence and figure out who put him in the simulation in the first place, and more importantly, why.

With ancient generators spewing noxious gasses into the underground facility and massive screens flashing ominous warnings, Armando will have to find a way to escape his cavernous tomb, not only to save his life but the lives of the three other Austinites who were plugged in with him.

Set in the Vinestead Universe and brimming with twists and clever one-liners, Hybrid Mechanics is another irresistible mash-up of technology, mystery, gunplay, and subtle sexual tension from Science Fiction author Daniel Verastiqui.

Keeps the reader intrigued throughout with enough twists and turns to keep the pages turning.
- Curtis V., Amazon Review

[E]ven though you think you know where it's going, there are some surprises.
- Bob B., Amazon Review

Fun book to read, really draws you in to the world and the characters.
- Megan A., Amazon Review

Starring

Jake Six

A relentless synthetic hunter programmed to exterminate humanity’s last survivors, Jake has honed in on one of the last rumored bunkers, determined to fulfill his mission.

Armando Carrillo

As a disillusioned office worker living in a simulation, Armando always suspected reality was an illusion. When he awakens, he’s exhilarated to finally discover the truth behind his world.

Charlie Park

A paranormal investigator and video blogger, Charlie is frustrated by the need to rely on sex appeal for views, yet remains dedicated to her passion for exploring the supernatural.

Will Butler

An armored car guard driver on a mission to deliver essential supplies to hurricane survivors along the Texas coast in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, unaware of the reality beyond his simulated life.

Ready to wake up from the simulation?

Hybrid Mechanics is available in print and digital formats at Amazon. Don't want to risk the simulation overlords catching you reading? You can also order directly from the author and get a signed copy shipped to your doorstep!