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Martin Banks, an American hacker who learns he can manipulate reality—viewing it as a computer program—faces trouble when his tweaks are noticed. To avoid prosecution, he travels back to the Middle Ages, posing as a wizard in King Arthur’s court. In this time‑travel adventure, Martin must learn to master his abilities, navigate medieval politics, and uncover the mystery surrounding the legendary wizard Merlin, all while hoping not to die or get caught.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: Humorous Fiction/Comedy Fiction
Authors: Scott Meyer
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