The Illusionists: When truth becomes a mirage, who will reveal what is real?

By Ranjan Kumar

In a world where reality is as fragile as the digital code that defines it, Arvind Kumar returns in The Illusionists-a techno-thriller that will leave you questioning everything you see and hear.

When a live-streamed event reveals that the world's most-followed influencer is nothing more than a flawless deepfake, chaos erupts. This chilling revelation uncovers a global conspiracy led by Illusion Labs, a shadowy tech conglomerate bent on manipulating economies, governments, and lives through their AI-powered digital creations.

Arvind Kumar, the Digital Detective, is thrust into his most dangerous mission yet when his son, Aman, uncovers evidence linking his friend's downfall to Illusion Labs' sinister network. Teaming up with Ritika, his trusted cybersecurity partner, and Zara Malik, a young ethical hacker, Arvind embarks on a globe-trotting journey from Singapore to Tokyo, London, and New York.

The stakes escalate as Arvind battles cutting-edge AI, uncovers a keystone server in a fortified facility, and faces betrayal from within his own circle. Meanwhile, Illusion Labs targets Arvind's family with fabricated scandals, pushing him to the breaking point.

As the lines between truth and deception blur, Arvind races against time to dismantle Illusion Labs' empire before their latest creation, Aurora 2.0, can incite global chaos during a live-streamed peace summit. With his family's reputation and the world's stability on the line, Arvind must confront the mastermind behind the conspiracy-Dr. Kira Rai-and decide how far he's willing to go to protect the fragile concept of truth.

Packed with high-octane action, emotional depth, and chillingly real technology, The Illusionists is a pulse-pounding thriller that explores the terrifying potential of AI and the unyielding human spirit to fight back.

Are you ready to uncover the truth, or will the illusions consume you too?

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0DSC6WXSY
• ISBN13: 9798306048871
• Release Date: January 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 102 Pages
• Weight: 0.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"