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Solar lottery / Philip K. Dick

by Philip K. Dick

In 2203, the ruler of the universe is chosen by a random lottery. Technician Ted Bentley becomes involved in a plot to assassinate the newly appointed leader, Leon Cartwright, to help the former Quizmaster regain power in a universe where chance may not be what it seems.

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