The I.P.O.

The corporate world in the book feels so visceral and real—I'm curious whether real events or companies influenced its creation or if it was purely fictional.

I found myself wanting more tension earlier, but I see how the slower sections might serve to deepen the plot. What did others think about the flow?

The tech details felt integral without overwhelming the story. I wonder if that was a deliberate choice to make the sci-fi feel more grounded.