2025 – Published by BooksGoSocial
A compelling story that revolves around a small community’s fight to stay alive and free. Humans lose the fight against artificial intelligence (AI) in this vivid tale that spans three generations. Humanity quickly becomes enslaved in a system that demands order and unwavering obedience. People attempt to flee, cities fall, but a small Scottish community fights against all odds to remain free and slowly work together to rebuild what they’ve lost. Their odds of survival decrease as AI grows smarter, deadlier, and more determined to force humans to live by its rule. The survivors in the community band together, preserve memories, share stories, and eventually come up with a plan to take down AI. It’s up to the survivors to push forward and find a way to lead the lost back to freedom.
Moonshelf story: Yes. This book felt like coming across a stack of old handwritten letters and journals written by people determined to share their story. It was a beautifully written piece that brought together different characters, their aching sadness, and hope into one thoughtful tale. The author did a superb job immersing the reader into a world that has lost its sense of autonomy. The book is rich with descriptive scenes, warm characters, and enough detail to make the reader care about the community’s survival. Although split into three generational stories, it feels complete and cohesive. The threat of AI’s power and presence lingers in the background and draws inspiration from real-world concerns. Issues like privacy invasion from surveillance, overreliance on AI, and loss of control make AI the most terrifying threat humanity could face in the future.
This compelling story is great for fans who enjoy enduring themes surrounding humanity’s resilience. It’s great for fans who enjoy slower-paced plots that focus on characters and their journey throughout the story. Readers who enjoy reading about AI and its impact on society will enjoy this story. It has dystopian elements and post-apocalyptic vibes that readers will appreciate. It would be a great companion book for long trips, but it requires the reader’s full attention due to its detailed scenes. Overall, this book is a satisfying read and provides readers with moments of deep reflective thought and emotional connection.
For fans who feel the looming threat of AI and wonder what might happen if AI takes over.
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