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My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This is a unique story. It is kind of a slow read at the beginning. One may even stop reading it. I know I would have. But I was interested in the computer science of artificial intelligence. So I kept on reading. Once you get involved with the plot and the aspect of how artificial intelligence is used you may find it fascinating. In fact, what you read in the book is very close to how artificial intelligence is used today.

I hate to say this, but the book does hit on the "woke" Society of today as well. So I guess it may be said that's social sciences is also part of the book. As for the science, this is what you may find.

* Artificial intelligence.

* Smart appliances:
-House-bots.
-Refrigerators microwave combo. The appliance decides for you what are your nutritional needs and feed you even when you don't like the menu.

* Virtual reality. Total immersion.

The Orwellian aspect of the novel is where social sciences enter. The city is run by big tech corporations. Sounds familiar? There is a very fine line between technology and government. AI's are used to manage all aspects of City Life in regards to transportation, employment, and matchmaking. Just think of the novel In the book named or called Logan's Run. What also comes to mind is Buck Rogers in the 25th century reimagined that was a TV show in 1979 and 1980.

As I said at the beginning the book will be a bit boring but it will pick up the pace just give it some time.

Regards Tony


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