The Singularity Trap by Dennis E. Taylor is a science fiction novel that explores themes of artificial intelligence, humanity, and consciousness. The story follows Ivan, a newcomer on an asteroid mining ship, who becomes central to the fate of humanity when he is possessed by an awakened foreign AI. The novel delves into science, politics, and humor, presenting a unique take on the idea of extraterrestrial beings coming to Earth in an unusual manner. The plot is filled with equations of survival, cost-benefit analysis, and moral dilemmas, creating a gripping narrative that challenges the definition of what it means to be human.
The Singularity Trap is praised for its intriguing storyline, great characters, and thought-provoking exploration of science fiction concepts. The book is noted for its solid SF ideas, engaging plot, and the ability to bring new elements to the table while still touching on familiar themes from Taylor's previous works. The writing style, characterized by good characterizations, big tech concepts, and Fermi Game Theory musings, captivates readers and keeps them engaged in the complex ethical and existential questions raised throughout the novel.
Genres:
Tropes/Plot Devices:
Topics:
Notes:
Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings
Content warnings may include themes of existential dread, transformation horror, and portrayal of humanity in a negative light.
From The Publisher:
The number one best-selling author of the Bobiverse trilogy returns with a space thriller that poses a provocative question: Does our true destiny lie in ourselves - or in the stars?
If it were up to one man and one man alone to protect the entire human race - would you want it to be a down-on-his luck asteroid miner? When Ivan Pritchard signs on as a newbie aboard the Mad Astra, it's his final, desperate stab at giving his wife and children the life they deserve. He can survive the hazing of his crewmates, and how many times, really, can near-zero g make you vomit? But there's another challenge looming out there, in the farthest reaches of human exploration, that will test every man, woman and AI on the ship - and will force Ivan to confront the very essence of what makes him human.
Ratings (13)
Incredible (3) | |
Loved It (7) | |
Liked It (2) | |
It Was OK (1) |
Reader Stats (19):
Read It (14) | |
Want To Read (4) | |
Not Interested (1) |
1 comment(s)
An interesting story about a much older civilization that has evolved beyond the biological form, and into immortal sentient AI’s. I was expecting more action, but this is more of a thought-provoking story. Books have already been written (e.g. “The Singularity is Near” by Ray Kurzweil, 2005) about the eventual merging of humans with technology. This story basically theorizes that much older, more advanced civilizations have already done this, and are probably sending their technology out to either help other sentient beings achieve the same goal, or destroy them (e.g. because they don’t meet their requirements). What if humanity was judged by this technology, and found not worthy?
What can you read after
The Singularity Trap?
When you click the Amazon link and make a purchase, we may receive a small commision, at no cost to you.
