“The Peripheral” is a gripping science fiction mystery-thriller novel by William Gibson. The novel interweaves two futures - pre-apocalypse USA and post-apocalypse London.

The story revolves around Flynne Fisher, a young woman from a small town in rural America, living in the near future. Flynne temporarily takes over her brother’s security job in what she believes to be a video game, only to witness a gruesome murder.

The narrative also follows Wilf Netherton, a publicist living in London, seventy years in the future. This future is set after an apocalyptic period known as the Jackpot.

The novel explores the concept of ‘peripherals’, which are used as a means of time travel, causing the present and future worlds to collide. It’s a tightly plotted, tautly paced novel that unfolds with the dream logic of a fairy tale.

This book is a must-read for fans of science fiction and mystery genres, offering a thrilling blend of suspense, innovation, and a deep dive into the implications of technology on society.