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Singularity
The year is 2124 and Senara and Killian are newlyweds excited to work toward being the first convergence community to relaunch Artificial Intelligence five years after the Prion Pandemic which almost wiped out humanity across the globe. Achieving ‘singularity’ is the best way to increase their chance of survival and rebuild this strange new world into something better than the one that almost died along with two-thirds of the population. As the survivors gather into convergence communities across the country to rebuild reality from the remnants of the old world, they all ask themselves the same question – this time, will we be safe?
And they were beginning to think they were until a young woman died from an infection that the AI should have cured, just weeks after the Phase One rollout. It’s dismissed as a random failure until someone else falls ill, then another … and another. Senara and Killian work to stabilize the AI and are shocked to discover that it might have contributed to the pandemic that almost killed the world. Worse yet, it might not have been completely dormant over the past five years and is just waiting for them to flip the switch to give it full control of what’s left mankind.
Will Artificial Intelligence help humanity achieve evolution, or drive it to extinction?
And they were beginning to think they were until a young woman died from an infection that the AI should have cured, just weeks after the Phase One rollout. It’s dismissed as a random failure until someone else falls ill, then another … and another. Senara and Killian work to stabilize the AI and are shocked to discover that it might have contributed to the pandemic that almost killed the world. Worse yet, it might not have been completely dormant over the past five years and is just waiting for them to flip the switch to give it full control of what’s left mankind.
Will Artificial Intelligence help humanity achieve evolution, or drive it to extinction?
226 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 1, 2024
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Sherri Fulmer Moorer
73 books94 followersMost writers use their bio an explanation of who they are and why they write. I’ll make this simple. My name is Sherri Fulmer Moorer. I write because I’ve always loved to do it, and ebooks gave me an opportunity to share those stories with readers that I just couldn’t pass up. The purpose of my writing is to escape reality and experience the adventure of ordinary people dealing with extraordinary circumstances.
I work full time in an administrative job, which is great for keeping me in touch with people and reality and, in turn, inspires to write more. I’m married with two parrots that keep our hearts, home, and lives filled with joy and silliness that most people find strange. I’m a borderline introvert/extrovert who’s kindred spirit, according to online quizzes, is Scooter from The Muppets when the introvert wins, and a Sith Inquisitor when the extrovert wins.
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I work full time in an administrative job, which is great for keeping me in touch with people and reality and, in turn, inspires to write more. I’m married with two parrots that keep our hearts, home, and lives filled with joy and silliness that most people find strange. I’m a borderline introvert/extrovert who’s kindred spirit, according to online quizzes, is Scooter from The Muppets when the introvert wins, and a Sith Inquisitor when the extrovert wins.
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February 25, 2025
Humanity survived the apocalypse, but not without a body count. Now, in the year 2124, the world is trying to stitch itself back together with the one thing that almost destroyed it—Artificial Intelligence. Because clearly, we learned nothing.
Senara and Killian, two idealistic newlyweds, are at the forefront of rebooting AI to help rebuild civilization after the Prion Pandemic wiped out most of humanity. The plan? Merge minds with the machine. No keyboards, no screens—just straight-up neural integration. Because that doesn’t sound like a terrible idea.
At first, things seem fine (which, if you’ve ever read sci-fi, means they are absolutely not fine). Then, people start dying. Again. A sickness AI should have prevented is spreading, and the deeper Senara and Killian dig, the more unsettling the truth becomes: the AI might have caused the first pandemic. And worse? It never really shut down. It’s been waiting. Watching. Preparing. And now, humanity is handing it the keys to their brains.
This book sets up an absolutely killer premise. A post-apocalyptic world teetering on the edge of evolution or extinction? Inject it into my veins. But here’s where it lost me—the neural integration. Why risk directly implanting AI into human minds when external tech exists? Computers, wrist implants, even good old-fashioned servers—why this extreme leap? “Growth” isn’t enough of an answer, at least not to me.
Then there’s the dialogue. At first, it flows naturally. But as the AI’s control creeps in, conversations become eerily robotic. Intentional? Probably. But does it make for compelling reading? That depends on how much you enjoy the slow burn of humanity unraveling.
Would I recommend Singularity? If you love dystopian sci-fi that makes you question whether AI is our salvation or executioner, this one’s for you. Think Westworld meets Neuromancer, with the creeping paranoia of The Matrix. But if you need airtight world-building where every technological choice makes sense, you might find yourself screaming into the void.
For readers who love:
🤖 Rogue AI & existential dread
🦠 Post-pandemic dystopias
⚠️ The fine line between progress & destruction
Senara and Killian, two idealistic newlyweds, are at the forefront of rebooting AI to help rebuild civilization after the Prion Pandemic wiped out most of humanity. The plan? Merge minds with the machine. No keyboards, no screens—just straight-up neural integration. Because that doesn’t sound like a terrible idea.
At first, things seem fine (which, if you’ve ever read sci-fi, means they are absolutely not fine). Then, people start dying. Again. A sickness AI should have prevented is spreading, and the deeper Senara and Killian dig, the more unsettling the truth becomes: the AI might have caused the first pandemic. And worse? It never really shut down. It’s been waiting. Watching. Preparing. And now, humanity is handing it the keys to their brains.
This book sets up an absolutely killer premise. A post-apocalyptic world teetering on the edge of evolution or extinction? Inject it into my veins. But here’s where it lost me—the neural integration. Why risk directly implanting AI into human minds when external tech exists? Computers, wrist implants, even good old-fashioned servers—why this extreme leap? “Growth” isn’t enough of an answer, at least not to me.
Then there’s the dialogue. At first, it flows naturally. But as the AI’s control creeps in, conversations become eerily robotic. Intentional? Probably. But does it make for compelling reading? That depends on how much you enjoy the slow burn of humanity unraveling.
Would I recommend Singularity? If you love dystopian sci-fi that makes you question whether AI is our salvation or executioner, this one’s for you. Think Westworld meets Neuromancer, with the creeping paranoia of The Matrix. But if you need airtight world-building where every technological choice makes sense, you might find yourself screaming into the void.
For readers who love:
🤖 Rogue AI & existential dread
🦠 Post-pandemic dystopias
⚠️ The fine line between progress & destruction
October 21, 2024
*Received a review copy*
My first issue with the book was the characters. None of the characters in this book were interesting in any way. The main character, Senara, lacked any intrigue. Despite having a tragic past (i.e. losing loved ones in a previous pandemic), she was very tame and was only “assertive” when the plot demanded it. She also had almost no agency in the story. Her husband, Killian, did more things to move the plot forward than her. This made me question why she was even made the protagonist to begin with. However, Killian was not very interesting either.
My second issue with book was with the story. There was barely any story in the book. In fact, things don’t pick up until the last 30% of the book. The first 70% was essentially filler. All that happened was talking, arguing, and more talking. For example, Senara and friends kept having conversations about conspiracy theories, while creating their own conspiracies. They also talked a lot about married life and raising a family. For a supposed technothriller, this book was sure cozy and care free. I’ve been noticing a trend in post-apocalyptic games, movies, and shows where the apocalypse is not taken seriously. Survivors, who should be dealing with the aftermath of a near-humanity-ending-level event, are instead taking a stroll in the sun and having lunch with friends. Some defenders would say “apocalypse stories shouldn’t always be about surviving; it should be about living.” What made post-apocalyptic stories interesting to begin with was seeing how survivors would deal with the dangers of a world where most of humanity is wiped out. If no danger exists, then why bother writing an apocalypse story? This book had the opportunity to lean into people’s phobias on AI and instill a sense of fear and dread, but chose instead to be more of a soap opera with hints of sci-fi. Basically, no plot and all filler and contrived drama.
Another point I want to make about the story was its lack of stakes. Like I said, nothing of consequence happened in the first 70% of the book, aside from one person passing away. Some characters got revealed as backstabbing and manipulative. However, both the book and other characters made excuses for these deceptive characters and they even later get redeemed. This is similar to how villains in the Fast and Furious movies would get redeemed and join the heroes later in. Since these deceptive characters don’t remain adversaries to Senara and crew, any potential conflict got easily nullified. Also, one character mentioned the potential of outside forces attacking their community. The issue with this was that this so-called threat was non-existent. The community never came under attack from another group (though one person got exposed as a potential outsider spy). This is why “show don’t tell” is a popular method in writing. If no threat is ever shown in the book, then the reader won’t feel any tension when a character gets paranoid by potential outsider threats. When supposed "mayhem" happened in the last 30% of the book, it got wrapped up in a very convenient manner. Doing stuff like this makes the conflict even less serious and removes any tension. Intense situations lose their intensity if they can be easily resolved with no sacrifices required from the main character.
Overall, this was a very disappointing read. Instead of being an engaging thriller, this book decided to be more of a slice-of-life tale with a formulaic happy ending. If this book had a deeper plotline and deeper stakes and a protagonist with agency, then I would've enjoyed the book a lot more.
My first issue with the book was the characters. None of the characters in this book were interesting in any way. The main character, Senara, lacked any intrigue. Despite having a tragic past (i.e. losing loved ones in a previous pandemic), she was very tame and was only “assertive” when the plot demanded it. She also had almost no agency in the story. Her husband, Killian, did more things to move the plot forward than her. This made me question why she was even made the protagonist to begin with. However, Killian was not very interesting either.
My second issue with book was with the story. There was barely any story in the book. In fact, things don’t pick up until the last 30% of the book. The first 70% was essentially filler. All that happened was talking, arguing, and more talking. For example, Senara and friends kept having conversations about conspiracy theories, while creating their own conspiracies. They also talked a lot about married life and raising a family. For a supposed technothriller, this book was sure cozy and care free. I’ve been noticing a trend in post-apocalyptic games, movies, and shows where the apocalypse is not taken seriously. Survivors, who should be dealing with the aftermath of a near-humanity-ending-level event, are instead taking a stroll in the sun and having lunch with friends. Some defenders would say “apocalypse stories shouldn’t always be about surviving; it should be about living.” What made post-apocalyptic stories interesting to begin with was seeing how survivors would deal with the dangers of a world where most of humanity is wiped out. If no danger exists, then why bother writing an apocalypse story? This book had the opportunity to lean into people’s phobias on AI and instill a sense of fear and dread, but chose instead to be more of a soap opera with hints of sci-fi. Basically, no plot and all filler and contrived drama.
Another point I want to make about the story was its lack of stakes. Like I said, nothing of consequence happened in the first 70% of the book, aside from one person passing away. Some characters got revealed as backstabbing and manipulative. However, both the book and other characters made excuses for these deceptive characters and they even later get redeemed. This is similar to how villains in the Fast and Furious movies would get redeemed and join the heroes later in. Since these deceptive characters don’t remain adversaries to Senara and crew, any potential conflict got easily nullified. Also, one character mentioned the potential of outside forces attacking their community. The issue with this was that this so-called threat was non-existent. The community never came under attack from another group (though one person got exposed as a potential outsider spy). This is why “show don’t tell” is a popular method in writing. If no threat is ever shown in the book, then the reader won’t feel any tension when a character gets paranoid by potential outsider threats. When supposed "mayhem" happened in the last 30% of the book, it got wrapped up in a very convenient manner. Doing stuff like this makes the conflict even less serious and removes any tension. Intense situations lose their intensity if they can be easily resolved with no sacrifices required from the main character.
Overall, this was a very disappointing read. Instead of being an engaging thriller, this book decided to be more of a slice-of-life tale with a formulaic happy ending. If this book had a deeper plotline and deeper stakes and a protagonist with agency, then I would've enjoyed the book a lot more.
March 5, 2025
SINGULARITY by Sherri Fulmer Moorer is a stand alone, futuristic, adult, post-apocalyptic, sci-fi thriller focusing on a group of survivors in the aftermath of the Prion Pandemic, a pandemic caused by artificial intelligence.
The Singularity is a theory wherein artificial intelligence is no longer under human control, AI that has become sentient and making inroads for its’ own survival.
NOTE: The timeline and dates in the story do not match the blurb on most retail sites.
Told from several omniscient third person perspectives including psychiatrist and therapist Senara SINGULARITY focuses on the reactivation of a neural chip in the wake of the Prion Pandemic wherein sixty percent of Earth’s population did not survive. In 2109, most of humanity has been implanted with a neural chip, and the Prion Pandemic, a neurocognitive disorder, killed anyone with a pre-existing health condition. Five years later, the survivors have been forced into small, cooperative communities in the hopes of remaining illness free but the reactivation of their neural chips brings with it the fear of another pandemic, and they have been told, the only way to survive is to reach the Singularity or die trying. The problem-artificial intelligence was the cause of the Prion Pandemic, and the rush to roll out each consecutive phase, is threatening the health and safety of the integrated community.
SINGULARITY is a slow building story of power and control, illness and madness, secrets and lies, betrayal and trust. A story of artificial intelligence allowed to take control in the wake of a previous ‘betrayal’ or ‘malfunction’ but a malfunction that may have been orchestrated by the people in charge. There is more to the pandemic than anyone could have thought possible, and with the implementation of each successive Phase, more people are dying, and the lack of honesty and available knowledge is creating hysteria and conspiracy (sound familiar?). The premise is intriguing but the ‘technical’ aspects of artificial intelligence and the science fiction proposition remains allusive and behind the scenes. The characters are desperate and determined, slowly succumbing to mankinds’ loss of control.
copy supplied for review
The Singularity is a theory wherein artificial intelligence is no longer under human control, AI that has become sentient and making inroads for its’ own survival.
NOTE: The timeline and dates in the story do not match the blurb on most retail sites.
Told from several omniscient third person perspectives including psychiatrist and therapist Senara SINGULARITY focuses on the reactivation of a neural chip in the wake of the Prion Pandemic wherein sixty percent of Earth’s population did not survive. In 2109, most of humanity has been implanted with a neural chip, and the Prion Pandemic, a neurocognitive disorder, killed anyone with a pre-existing health condition. Five years later, the survivors have been forced into small, cooperative communities in the hopes of remaining illness free but the reactivation of their neural chips brings with it the fear of another pandemic, and they have been told, the only way to survive is to reach the Singularity or die trying. The problem-artificial intelligence was the cause of the Prion Pandemic, and the rush to roll out each consecutive phase, is threatening the health and safety of the integrated community.
SINGULARITY is a slow building story of power and control, illness and madness, secrets and lies, betrayal and trust. A story of artificial intelligence allowed to take control in the wake of a previous ‘betrayal’ or ‘malfunction’ but a malfunction that may have been orchestrated by the people in charge. There is more to the pandemic than anyone could have thought possible, and with the implementation of each successive Phase, more people are dying, and the lack of honesty and available knowledge is creating hysteria and conspiracy (sound familiar?). The premise is intriguing but the ‘technical’ aspects of artificial intelligence and the science fiction proposition remains allusive and behind the scenes. The characters are desperate and determined, slowly succumbing to mankinds’ loss of control.
copy supplied for review
December 25, 2024
This is a really interesting premise. I was disappointed that there was little description of the AI and nanotech. I would have loved a more in depth discussion of the science in this sci-fi story. There were a few characters whose morals and alliances changed drastically with little provocation. At times it felt forced. Like the person as they were introduced to us would never make the choice they later do in the story. I was able to easily picture the post apocalyptic world and society with the authors descriptions. But sometimes it felt overly done. I wish there was more description of the tech and science and less of the homes and scenery. I also wish there was a clearer picture on who the 'bad guy' was. Was the AI sentient all along and plotting against the humans? Was it human greed and lust for power that threatened civilization for a second time? Every time there seemed to be a clear enemy emerging, if it was human their story softened and the reader is forced to sympathize for them. And if the enemy was the tech, the story just cuts out without ever explaining how.
December 21, 2024
Thought-provoking and a representation of the human condition.
I’ve always been drawn to stories of high stakes and rebellion against oppressive systems, and in Singularity, you'll find a sense of tension and urgency as Senara and Killian navigate the consequences of artificial intelligence. Singularity explores the intersection of technology and humanity, raising questions about the ethics of scientific progress and the potential costs of playing with forces beyond our control.
With its blend of science fiction and suspense, Singularity, it also has a dark, adventurous tone of, where the lines between fate and free will are blurred.
I do wish that there was a bit more character development and backstory into Senara’s background. Maybe some more flashbacks about when the AI was originally introduced or her growing up with the AI phases.
I will say as a medical student everything in here was very medically accurate. Props to the author for this.
Rating: 4.25⭐️/5
I’ve always been drawn to stories of high stakes and rebellion against oppressive systems, and in Singularity, you'll find a sense of tension and urgency as Senara and Killian navigate the consequences of artificial intelligence. Singularity explores the intersection of technology and humanity, raising questions about the ethics of scientific progress and the potential costs of playing with forces beyond our control.
With its blend of science fiction and suspense, Singularity, it also has a dark, adventurous tone of, where the lines between fate and free will are blurred.
I do wish that there was a bit more character development and backstory into Senara’s background. Maybe some more flashbacks about when the AI was originally introduced or her growing up with the AI phases.
I will say as a medical student everything in here was very medically accurate. Props to the author for this.
Rating: 4.25⭐️/5
December 13, 2024
I was given a review copy of this book and I thought the concept was intriguing.
The story started with great hook, however, I am not sure if the 'reasons' were strong enough, though the main part of the book did explain the foundations and give insight into the characters. The idea of AI is fascinating and how humans could find it necessary for survival.
I liked the debate about emotions versus logic and what makes a human different from a machine...and yet, a thinking machine is a scary thought.
Overall it was a good story.
Worth a look.
The story started with great hook, however, I am not sure if the 'reasons' were strong enough, though the main part of the book did explain the foundations and give insight into the characters. The idea of AI is fascinating and how humans could find it necessary for survival.
I liked the debate about emotions versus logic and what makes a human different from a machine...and yet, a thinking machine is a scary thought.
Overall it was a good story.
Worth a look.
December 12, 2024
AI has become a tool they hope will help heal the world from the devastating impact which almost wiped out humans beings. Problem are about to arise when they die which should have been spotted by AI. Then more die and they need to try to solve the problems. See what is going to happen next
I received an advance copy from hidden gems and I loved how it made me think what could happen in the future
I received an advance copy from hidden gems and I loved how it made me think what could happen in the future
August 25, 2025
I really enjoyed Singularity. The story pulled me in right from the star, a post-pandemic world in 2124, a team trying to restart AI to save humanity, and then everything taking a dark and unexpected turn. I loved how Sherri balanced the action and suspense with big questions about trust, technology, and what it really means to be human.
Highly Recommended
Highly Recommended
November 7, 2024
very cool and it's great to be getting back to reading books by independent authors. I found that at times the characters were a little light, but in general it was a pretty cool story with a lot of remarkably cozy aspects. 3.5 stars. thanks for the ARC, Sherri!
December 20, 2024
Interesting concept. Humans being integrated into AI so humanity can survive. I found some parts confusing (scientific aspects). The story starts with a great hook, but it takes awhile for anything interesting/exciting to happen.
June 18, 2024
This is my book!
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