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SIMPOC

The Thinking Computer

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SIMPOC

By: Ray Jay Perreault
Narrated by: Zachary Johnson
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The entire human population is attacked by a very suspicious virus. SIMPOC's programmer doesn't come in to work, that day, the next, or ever. The commander of the space station Oasis, Joan Herl, is forced to abandon the station because of dwindling resources. When they land on earth, they are attacked by another thinking computer who would do anything to protect itself and to continue thinking.

The moon colony, Dessert Beach, is trapped as their resources are running out, and they must decide when to come home. They have only lifeboats to carry them back to the lifeless Earth, and what will they find when they enter the atmosphere and land?

The astronauts trapped on the Mars colony, Red Dirt, are in worse condition. Their systems will break down and resources will run out. Coming home for them is a different story. The lifeboats aren't made for that purpose and must be rebuilt before the colony breaks down. Should they stay and take their chances on Mars, or should they journey back to Earth?

©2014 Raymond J. Perreault (P)2015 Raymond J. Perreault Hard Science Fiction Science Fiction Space Opera Fiction Mars Mind-bending Scary Thought-Provoking Solar System

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What makes SIMPOC special is how well the AI characters are written. Instead of being cliché robots, they have their own thought processes and motivations. The book raises important questions about machine ethics and human dependency on AI. The story’s twists keep you hooked until the very end.

Exciting Sci Fi with Realistic AI Development

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"SIMPOC" stands out because of its fresh approach to artificial intelligence. The way Perreault crafts the story from the AI's point of view, along with the human survivors' struggle, kept me hooked. The dilemma of SIMPOC and its need to survive is both fascinating and sympathetic. Zachary Johnson’s narration is perfectly suited to the material, capturing the nuances of both AI and human characters. This was a fantastic listen!

Engaging Sci-Fi with a Unique AI Perspective

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The author masterfully combines AI evolution with a global pandemic and space survival. The story flows seamlessly, and the characters both human and AI are well-developed. The pacing is perfect, and the stakes keep rising until the shocking climax. A fantastic read!

A Perfect Blend of AI, Space, and Apocalypse

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What I loved most is how this book ties into the Virus series but tells the story from a completely different perspective. Seeing events unfold through the lens of AI and astronauts provides an exciting, fresh angle. Both SIMPOC’s humanity and Julius’ selfishness highlight how programming influences artificial intelligence. Highly recommended for readers who enjoyed Virus: 72 Hours to Live.

A Brilliant Parallel to the Virus Novels

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

Great Book

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