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55 pages 1 hour read

Navessa Allen

Lights Out

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2024

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In Lights Out, Ted Koppel investigates the potential consequences of a cyberattack on America's power grid. The book examines the nation's preparedness for such an event, explores the implications for individuals and society, and discusses possible preventive measures and responses.

Reviews & Readership

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Ted Koppel's Lights Out delves into the potential consequences of a cyberattack on America's power grid. Critics praise its thorough investigative journalism and its capacity to raise awareness about a crucial, often overlooked vulnerability. However, some find its tone alarmist and the proposed solutions lacking depth. Overall, it's a thought-provoking exposition on national security.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Lights Out?

Readers captivated by the vulnerabilities of modern infrastructure, and particularly those who appreciated the nonfiction insights of The Fifth Risk by Michael Lewis or One Second After by William R. Forstchen, will find Lights Out by Ted Koppel compelling. This book appeals to those interested in cybersecurity, national security, and disaster preparedness.

RecommendedReading Age

18+years

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