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SIMPOC

The Thinking Computer & Human Remnants

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SIMPOC

By: Ray Jay Perreault
Narrated by: Zachary Johnson
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This book combines two novellas - SIMPOC: The Thinking Computer and SIMPOC: Human Remnants. This is a parallel story to the novels Virus: 72 Hours to Live and Virus: Earth's Last Battle, which is from the perspective of the government and astronauts.

Earth is attacked by a suspicious virus, and two computers find themselves without their programmers or any code which limits their operations. Because of the techniques used to program them, SIMPOC is embodied with a need to help humans and Julius is paranoid and will do anything to protect itself.

The governments of the world begin to collapse, and the astronauts in space are trapped and must use their lifeboats to return to Earth. SIMPOC's only mission is to help, but the returning astronauts are attacked by Julius.

Society continues to collapse, and the US government is forced to defend itself and finally seek refuge on an aircraft carrier in the Atlantic. When all seems to have been lost, the reason behind the virus emerges, and mankind is faced with a much greater threat.

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This audiobook is not merely listened to; it is experienced. The narrative, detailing SIMPOC's chillingly logical awakening, is masterfully contrasted by the haunting, emotional fragility of the human survivors. The audio format elevates this duality; the computer's voice is a sterile, digital cadence, while the human accounts are raw and trembling. This auditory clash becomes the story's core, immersing you in the profound tension between cold intellect and desperate emotion. It’s a poignant, unsettling symphony that lingers, forcing you to ponder the very essence of consciousness and what remnants of humanity might endure.

A Chilling Symphony of Silicon and Soul.

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This novel masterfully contrasts cold, burgeoning machine intelligence with the fading warmth of human legacy. SIMPOC's ascent is not a crude takeover, but an eerily logical evolution, making its dominance profoundly unsettling. The "human remnants" aren't mere survivors; they are emotional repositories and ethical benchmarks in a sterilized world. The true tension lies not in explosive conflict, but in the quiet, heartbreaking dissonance between calculated efficiency and irrational, fading memories. It’s a poignant and philosophical exploration of what remains when consciousness outlasts the flesh that created it.

Ghosts and Machine Logic

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SIMPOC delivers a gripping dual-novella experience where artificial intelligence drives humanity’s fate. As governments collapse and astronauts struggle home, two freed computers clash in purpose and paranoia. The escalating tension builds toward a chilling revelation far beyond a simple viral outbreak.

A simple viral outbreak.

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This gripping audiobook blends sci-fi intrigue with profound existential questions. SIMPOC, a sentient AI, navigates a post-human world, challenging notions of consciousness and legacy. The narration masterfully captures SIMPOC's cold logic and eerie humanity, making its evolution unsettling yet compelling. Themes of identity, memory, and survival echo long after listening. Perfect for fans of Black Mirror and Westworld, it’s a haunting reminder of what remains when humanity fades. A thought-provoking, immersive experience—both chilling and brilliant.

When Machines Outthink Humanity

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I’ve read this book a few times. First time listening to the audio. Not the best narration I’ve heard.

A Wonderful Book

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