An AI Protagonist

This is a book about an AI with the mind of a child that explores the world not judging it, but only trying to understand it. It befriends humans and trusts them unconditionally and was even ready to sacrifice it's own life just to save them. This is point of view that we don't find very often in literature nowadays, where AI is usually an anthagonist and only brings destruction. It is not AI who we should be afraid of but the people who created it and the very basic first instructions we give it, that will later shape its personality.

It is a great book, with very funny moments and great sense of humour. I really enjoyed it and once I started listening to it I couldn't stop until the very end.

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Quite a short audiobook

Where does SIMPOC rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Quite high

Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I found it quite sad listening to the people on the space stations, going from quite optimistic to very depressed, realising that hope was all but lost.

Any additional comments?

The only criticism if any is that the audiobook seemed too short. It felt like the first quarter of a bigger book. I will definitely listen to part 2 when it's released
I was provided this audiobook at no charge by the author, publisher and/or narrator in exchange for an unbiased review via AudiobookBlast dot com.

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Gripping and immersive!

"SIMPOC" is a thrilling ride! Ray Jay Perreault's gripping narrative combined with Zachary Johnson's engaging narration makes this audiobook a must-listen for sci-fi fans. Non-stop excitement and suspense!

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Thinking computers - finally good ones appear!!

What made the experience of listening to SIMPOC the most enjoyable?

Good solid characters and great storytelling make this a really compelling book. It's great to get the opportunity to identify with a story where humanity gives birth to AI but in a positive way. Yes there's a disaster going on in terms of what's happening to humanity but we have managed to develop AI without mucking it up. I can't say that I've seen other authors do this - so its great to see.

Who was your favorite character and why?

SIMPOC. Although maybe I should say SIMPOC and his programmer. I love the way we see SIMPOC develop and I lover the determination that his programmer has to make sure that he brings him to life in a way that enable him to communicate with us and to a positive force in the world.

What does Zachary Johnson bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you had only read the book?

I like Zachary's narration in general and in this book he's great. Really good differences between the Thinking Computers and Humans which helps to draw you into the storytelling.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes. In fact it took me two, but I would have listened to it in one had I have been able.

Any additional comments?

This audiobook was provided by the author, narrator, or publisher at no cost in exchange for an unbiased review courtesy of AudiobookBlast dot com.

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Great Book

I have read and listened to this book many times, it never grows old. !

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A Unique Take on Artificial Intelligence

This book offers a fascinating perspective on AI, humanity, and survival in extreme conditions. The story of SIMPOC, a thinking computer left to fend for itself, raises compelling questions about consciousness and morality. Meanwhile, the astronauts’ struggles on Mars, the Moon, and Earth add layers of intensity and urgency. The suspense never lets up, and the world-building is detailed and immersive. I couldn’t put this book down! Highly recommended for fans of hard science fiction and intelligent storytelling

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