Altered Carbon, written by Richard K. Morgan, is a gritty science fiction novel set in a future where consciousness can be transferred to different bodies, known as sleeves. The story follows Takeshi Kovacs, a former soldier turned private investigator, as he is hired to solve a murder case that leads him into a web of conspiracy and intrigue. With its noir atmosphere and exploration of the implications of technology on identity, this book is a captivating addition to the cyberspace odyssey genre.