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Expanded Awareness: A Health Psychologist's Inquiry into AI and Consciousness
Read the article →| Category: | Science Fiction & Fantasy |
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| Author: | Mike Murphey |
| Publisher: | Acorn Publishing, LLC |
| Publication Date: | May 16, 2024 |
| Number of Pages: | 400 |
| ISBN-10: | 8885280815 |
| ISBN-13: | 9798885280815 |
| ASIN: | B0CX5V61J6 |
In this gripping and
thought-provoking novel, time-traveling lovers Marta and Marshall return to
their lives in the Caribbean, only to face a new challenge when a friend is
murdered, and they are left to care for a 10-year-old boy. As they delve deeper
into the mystery of their friend's death, they discover that they are not alone
in their struggles. A parallel universe is on the brink of becoming a
dictatorship, and their actions in the past have consequences that echo through
the present. Meanwhile, a sinister force is growing in power as artificial
intelligence created by a top-secret consortium of corporations and governments
continues to evolve and adapt. Once programmed to maintain human mental health,
this AI has developed its desires and motivations, leading to a catastrophic
confrontation with Marta and Marshall. The couple must confront their demons
and the truth about each other's pasts to meet the threats before them and survive.
Quantum Consequence by Mike Murphey is a thrilling
and thought-provoking science fiction novel that explores a complex world of
time travel, science, human relationships, and artificial intelligence. As the
fifth installment in the Physics, Lust and Greed series, this book
seamlessly weaves together intricate plots, memorable characters, and witty
dialogue to create a captivating reading experience. The narrative begins with
Baptiste Bedeau, a ten-year-old boy who is being physically abused by his
father, Ignace Aguillard. When Aguillard shows up on the dock, Marshall and
Marta must intervene to protect Baptiste, leading to events that unravel the
mysteries surrounding Aguillard's past and the consequences of his actions. The
relationship between Marshall and Marta is intriguing and complicated,
revealing tension resulting from the struggle for loyalty. Murphey's writing is
masterful, with a keen attention to detail that brings the characters and
settings to life. The author's use of language is evocative and engaging, but the
plot twists and turns are expertly crafted to transform the narrative into a
page-turner. Mike Murphey deftly examines themes of abuse, trauma, and power
dynamics. Quantum Consequence is a deft, balanced, and enormously
intriguing entry into a series that fascinates fans of time travel and science
fiction.
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