Agent of Chaos could be ripped from contemporary headlines as it explores the very real potential consequences of AI integrated into weapons technology. Due to my own philosophical assumptions, most of the concerns in our current moment over AGI/Skynet seem goofy and unrealistic to me, and so certain plot elements in this book didn’t connect with my own fears. On the other hand, the portrayal of autonomous fighting tech felt very realistic; this novel features one of my favorite action sequences. Court Gentry is at his best when he’s seemingly a fish in a barrel, with few resources but his infinitely creative mind.

This is the thirteenth Gray Man book, and Mark Greaney continues to deliver his signature elements: solid plotting and excellent action sequences. While not the best in the series, it certainly entertains. I’m actually more excited for the next installment, which he teed up with a cliffhanger. Definitely read this one, and get ready for the follow-up.

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I received a free copy of this book from Netgalley in exchange for a review, but I was not required to review it positively.