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The Artificial Structure Formerly Known as the Moon
The Order of the Demolition has one objective – destroy the broken world. And Darlan dreams of joining them. His zeal and willingness to do anything takes him far from the abandoned school that has sheltered him throughout his young life.
In a world where AI has enhanced some people and replaced others, the Indigents have no purpose and nothing to look forward to. Marianne accepts her fate. She is in all ways the last person one would expect to lead a revolution – until the Order of the Demolition involves an innocent in its schemes, and beliefs come tumbling down.
Sabine's uncle runs the Space Ladder Project. Her father is a prominent politician fitted with a brain chip. Her only friend is the governing AI – the Order of the Demolition’s main target.
In a world where AI has enhanced some people and replaced others, the Indigents have no purpose and nothing to look forward to. Marianne accepts her fate. She is in all ways the last person one would expect to lead a revolution – until the Order of the Demolition involves an innocent in its schemes, and beliefs come tumbling down.
Sabine's uncle runs the Space Ladder Project. Her father is a prominent politician fitted with a brain chip. Her only friend is the governing AI – the Order of the Demolition’s main target.
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205 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 1, 2024
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I.K. Stokbaek
3 books10 followersI K Stokbaek lives in Hampshire, UK, with two kids, a cat, and an immortal guinea pig. She has wanted to be a writer since she was old enough to hold her favorite crayon, and her earliest stories – written in red crayon – featured exclusively bees and kittens.
She has a BA in Philosophy and Psychological studies and works in mysterious ways.
She has a BA in Philosophy and Psychological studies and works in mysterious ways.
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March 6, 2025
I received this book from the SPSFC4, where I’m a judge. This book was one of our quarterfinalist!
Ok, I need to get this out of the way: I loved the title!
I had wavered on voting Y or N to this book when were voting on quarterfinalist in the competition and I’m glad I leaned towards yes because I ended up really enjoying it. It just takes a good third of the book to really find its feet. And once it gets going? It’s wild.
The story is basically a haves vs have-nots revolution, an AI story, and something I can’t talk about because it’ll spoil the best part of the book. It’s a trope I’m always wary of, as I find it's either hit or miss, but this one hit it for sure!
The story is very short - it’s almost a novella. The pacing, as such, is very fast, and the story takes off from the get-go. It’s one thing after another and eventually breaks off into multiple storylines which worked really well for me. And the twist at the end was awesome.
The worldbuilding is interesting. We have a not post-apocalyptic but definitely reduced world where most people are forced to live in pared-down drudgery, subsisting on basic food cubes and serving the elite class that, in turn, serves this master AI. The AI has, cleverly, separately humans and then put them against one another, amongst other things.
In terms of critique, there are some unclear pronoun references in the book and some lack of transitions, which made me do some double-takes while reading, but it wasn’t particularly egregious. I’m also not a fan of every character being described in a mini-info dump; I’d prefer it to be weaved into the story naturally. The weakest aspect of the book is actually the characters, as they are hard to get to know. No one is relatively deep - their motivations and actions make sense, but I only felt I knew them on a surface level (this was why I was wavering on voting Y on it). If 10-15K had been added to give the characters some time to be fleshed out and to make me care more about them, this book would have been a knockout.
I also thought the book had a great chance for a very fun romance , but it ended up going a route that felt a bit contrived.
The book did have some lovely turns of phrase, such as: "Lyon had led her, only half-understanding himself, to the realization that humans were never meant to be slaves to machines, to rigid, oppressive social structures or to other humans. We're meant to sit among the hills, watching the stars move and listening to the wind.”
I also loved the environmentalist, anti-AI, anti-greed, humanity is carving our own demise, themes behind it.
Overall, if you’re looking for a weird little book that has big concepts, check this out!
Ok, I need to get this out of the way: I loved the title!
I had wavered on voting Y or N to this book when were voting on quarterfinalist in the competition and I’m glad I leaned towards yes because I ended up really enjoying it. It just takes a good third of the book to really find its feet. And once it gets going? It’s wild.
The story is basically a haves vs have-nots revolution, an AI story, and something I can’t talk about because it’ll spoil the best part of the book. It’s a trope I’m always wary of, as I find it's either hit or miss, but this one hit it for sure!
The story is very short - it’s almost a novella. The pacing, as such, is very fast, and the story takes off from the get-go. It’s one thing after another and eventually breaks off into multiple storylines which worked really well for me. And the twist at the end was awesome.
The worldbuilding is interesting. We have a not post-apocalyptic but definitely reduced world where most people are forced to live in pared-down drudgery, subsisting on basic food cubes and serving the elite class that, in turn, serves this master AI. The AI has, cleverly, separately humans and then put them against one another, amongst other things.
In terms of critique, there are some unclear pronoun references in the book and some lack of transitions, which made me do some double-takes while reading, but it wasn’t particularly egregious. I’m also not a fan of every character being described in a mini-info dump; I’d prefer it to be weaved into the story naturally. The weakest aspect of the book is actually the characters, as they are hard to get to know. No one is relatively deep - their motivations and actions make sense, but I only felt I knew them on a surface level (this was why I was wavering on voting Y on it). If 10-15K had been added to give the characters some time to be fleshed out and to make me care more about them, this book would have been a knockout.
I also thought the book had a great chance for a very fun romance , but it ended up going a route that felt a bit contrived.
The book did have some lovely turns of phrase, such as: "Lyon had led her, only half-understanding himself, to the realization that humans were never meant to be slaves to machines, to rigid, oppressive social structures or to other humans. We're meant to sit among the hills, watching the stars move and listening to the wind.”
I also loved the environmentalist, anti-AI, anti-greed, humanity is carving our own demise, themes behind it.
Overall, if you’re looking for a weird little book that has big concepts, check this out!
November 24, 2024
Video review here: https://youtu.be/Jf7swfbcVLI
February 21, 2024
First thoughts…
A great book about AI not only taking our freedom, but taking our basic human abilities. If WALL-E and The Terminator had a book baby, this would be it.
Good thoughts…
I love how we instantly get a feel for the world and its situation through different POVs and different socioeconomic statuses.
I love how AI is not only taking away human freedom, but our most primitive instincts in this profound story of a war for the basic human desire to be… human.
While this has many curious and interesting things going on, it’s easy to follow.
I loved the surprises too. Don’t worry, no spoilers, But some things, I was NOT expecting.
Not good thoughts…
I love some random tidbits, but sometimes, there were facts about the world that got more attention than needed IMO.
It was sometimes a bit slow for my liking but it still maintained 4 stars so clearly not that big of a deal.
Random thoughts…
My brain imagined mini WALL-Es everywhere 🤣
Final thoughts...
If you love a Sci-Fi that delves deep into human desires and our rejection of being controlled.
A great book about AI not only taking our freedom, but taking our basic human abilities. If WALL-E and The Terminator had a book baby, this would be it.
Good thoughts…
I love how we instantly get a feel for the world and its situation through different POVs and different socioeconomic statuses.
I love how AI is not only taking away human freedom, but our most primitive instincts in this profound story of a war for the basic human desire to be… human.
While this has many curious and interesting things going on, it’s easy to follow.
I loved the surprises too. Don’t worry, no spoilers, But some things, I was NOT expecting.
Not good thoughts…
I love some random tidbits, but sometimes, there were facts about the world that got more attention than needed IMO.
It was sometimes a bit slow for my liking but it still maintained 4 stars so clearly not that big of a deal.
Random thoughts…
My brain imagined mini WALL-Es everywhere 🤣
Final thoughts...
If you love a Sci-Fi that delves deep into human desires and our rejection of being controlled.
February 3, 2025
I am one of the judges of team Space Girls for the SPSFC4 contest. This review is my personal opinion. Officially, it is still in the running for the contest, pending any official team announcements.
Status: Yes!
Read: 100%
Taking place sometime in the future, in a planet ravaged by acid rain and the Moon mysteriously vaished (replaced by some artificial structure with the same name as the book's title), we see a society divided into two camps.
One are the 'enlightened' humans named Lobbyists that have embraced their AI overlords and become totally dependent on them in exchange for comfortable lives. The second group are those left behind called Indigents.
It somewhat reminded me of the society in Sailor Moon R where humans that willingly subjected themselves to the will of Queen Serenity were purified and are her loyal subjects, whereas the riffraff live in Dark Moon somewhere beyond Pluto, feeling riled about their misfortune.
On specific times of the month, robots send dehydrated square nutrition bars and clean water to keep the Indigents alive, but don't let them do much else. Learning how to read books or draw art is forbidden, but the scantly inhabited towns don't really have much oversight from the robots. Except for the occasions spies fitted with AI chips in their brains come visit. Towns revealed to break laws such as stealing even rather harmless technology are zapped into smithereens.
For odd reasons, Indigents only live around 35 years, so anyone over age 20 is considered 'old' (I guess the social norm are teen pregnancies and insanely high maternal and infant mortality). The scant children that somehow survive to around the age of 5 are scouted by Examiners and some are accepted to join the Lobbyists (we don't know if this is true, only that they take the kids somewhere).
In the early portion of the story, we have 3 Indigents taking prominent roles: Marianne, a childless 'old' woman (probably only in her late 20's) who is pretty gullible, a kid with high chances of passing the examination named Janis, and a rebellious teenage guy named Darlan who wants to join the anti-robot rebels. Marianne's role in the story continues to be uncertain early in the book, whereas we are getting a pretty clear image that Darlan's motives are quite relatable. I am pretty vested in Darlan's story at this point in the story.
There is a final POV that gets less screen time: a prominent Lobbyist politician's daughter named Sabine. She has clear morals that believes there is no reason why the robots can't invite the Indigents to work as laborers among their civilized society. Which might have attracted the attention of the primary AI ruling the world named Ladira. Up to this point, Sabine's cushy and sheltered life has not become tainted by the struggles of the Indigents and she still believes the robots exterminating rebellious towns are doing the right thing (mostly because the AI is purposely using a holographic appearance of a hot guy to confuse her).
The writing in the book is quite fluid, easy to understand and offers quite a clear description of the Indigent ramshackle towns and the indifference of most of its inhabitants. I did feel yearning to see at least a small amount of what the Lobbyist society is like. We mostly only have Sabine in empty clean rooms and blue elevators.
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Update: I have finished reading the book, which ends in a rather unusual note while also feeling satisfying in its own way. Characters wander around, some die, others form new friendships, and I might be unsable to tell more because I risk spoling things. The character they meet halfway through the book was very likeable. Kinda on the nutty side though.
Book is certainly an interesting read for readers concerned about the entrenching dangers of climate change and uncheckered artificial intelligence.
Status: Yes!
Read: 100%
Taking place sometime in the future, in a planet ravaged by acid rain and the Moon mysteriously vaished (replaced by some artificial structure with the same name as the book's title), we see a society divided into two camps.
One are the 'enlightened' humans named Lobbyists that have embraced their AI overlords and become totally dependent on them in exchange for comfortable lives. The second group are those left behind called Indigents.
It somewhat reminded me of the society in Sailor Moon R where humans that willingly subjected themselves to the will of Queen Serenity were purified and are her loyal subjects, whereas the riffraff live in Dark Moon somewhere beyond Pluto, feeling riled about their misfortune.
On specific times of the month, robots send dehydrated square nutrition bars and clean water to keep the Indigents alive, but don't let them do much else. Learning how to read books or draw art is forbidden, but the scantly inhabited towns don't really have much oversight from the robots. Except for the occasions spies fitted with AI chips in their brains come visit. Towns revealed to break laws such as stealing even rather harmless technology are zapped into smithereens.
For odd reasons, Indigents only live around 35 years, so anyone over age 20 is considered 'old' (I guess the social norm are teen pregnancies and insanely high maternal and infant mortality). The scant children that somehow survive to around the age of 5 are scouted by Examiners and some are accepted to join the Lobbyists (we don't know if this is true, only that they take the kids somewhere).
In the early portion of the story, we have 3 Indigents taking prominent roles: Marianne, a childless 'old' woman (probably only in her late 20's) who is pretty gullible, a kid with high chances of passing the examination named Janis, and a rebellious teenage guy named Darlan who wants to join the anti-robot rebels. Marianne's role in the story continues to be uncertain early in the book, whereas we are getting a pretty clear image that Darlan's motives are quite relatable. I am pretty vested in Darlan's story at this point in the story.
There is a final POV that gets less screen time: a prominent Lobbyist politician's daughter named Sabine. She has clear morals that believes there is no reason why the robots can't invite the Indigents to work as laborers among their civilized society. Which might have attracted the attention of the primary AI ruling the world named Ladira. Up to this point, Sabine's cushy and sheltered life has not become tainted by the struggles of the Indigents and she still believes the robots exterminating rebellious towns are doing the right thing (mostly because the AI is purposely using a holographic appearance of a hot guy to confuse her).
The writing in the book is quite fluid, easy to understand and offers quite a clear description of the Indigent ramshackle towns and the indifference of most of its inhabitants. I did feel yearning to see at least a small amount of what the Lobbyist society is like. We mostly only have Sabine in empty clean rooms and blue elevators.
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Update: I have finished reading the book, which ends in a rather unusual note while also feeling satisfying in its own way. Characters wander around, some die, others form new friendships, and I might be unsable to tell more because I risk spoling things. The character they meet halfway through the book was very likeable. Kinda on the nutty side though.
Book is certainly an interesting read for readers concerned about the entrenching dangers of climate change and uncheckered artificial intelligence.
March 18, 2024
*Thank you to the author for the eARC copy of this book. My opinions are my own.
**This book comes out on March 21, 2024!
What is the value of a human life when everything can be done more efficiently by machines?
The Artificial Structure Formerly Known as the Moon is a bleak, cautionary tale that looks at just how much humanity may be sacrificed in the service of artificial intelligence. The story is set in the distant future, and today’s readers will find themselves referred to as “ancient humans” - an interesting exercise in imagination as we follow multiple characters centuries in the future while they face the dire consequences of our current-day affairs.
While the author is clearly a skilled writer, there were a couple of areas where I felt the narrative could have been stronger.
First, the language is somewhat clinical, and while that can be appropriate for sci-fi, that, combined with the changing POVs throughout, kept the characters a bit at an arms’ length and I found it difficult to fully know or feel attached to any one character. I would have liked to be in the characters’ (or even one character’s) head a bit more as I believe it would have helped me feel more immersed in the story.
Second, this story takes place hundreds, if not thousands of years in the future, and while there are glimpses into what this new world is like, I do feel like I would have enjoyed it more had the world-building been a little more fleshed out.
A thought-provoking story that examines the fallout of AI (hopefully) before it’s too late.
**This book comes out on March 21, 2024!
What is the value of a human life when everything can be done more efficiently by machines?
The Artificial Structure Formerly Known as the Moon is a bleak, cautionary tale that looks at just how much humanity may be sacrificed in the service of artificial intelligence. The story is set in the distant future, and today’s readers will find themselves referred to as “ancient humans” - an interesting exercise in imagination as we follow multiple characters centuries in the future while they face the dire consequences of our current-day affairs.
While the author is clearly a skilled writer, there were a couple of areas where I felt the narrative could have been stronger.
First, the language is somewhat clinical, and while that can be appropriate for sci-fi, that, combined with the changing POVs throughout, kept the characters a bit at an arms’ length and I found it difficult to fully know or feel attached to any one character. I would have liked to be in the characters’ (or even one character’s) head a bit more as I believe it would have helped me feel more immersed in the story.
Second, this story takes place hundreds, if not thousands of years in the future, and while there are glimpses into what this new world is like, I do feel like I would have enjoyed it more had the world-building been a little more fleshed out.
A thought-provoking story that examines the fallout of AI (hopefully) before it’s too late.
May 9, 2024
✨Blurb✨
In a world where life is no longer sustainable without the help of machines, humans try to get back to a healthy and sustainable planet. Meanwhile, the Order of the Demolition is set on taking down the politicians, scientists, and AI that brought the world to its demise.
✨Review✨
I enjoyed this book. The world was unique and the problems brought forth are engaging and leave you thinking about our current planet. The multiple POV aspect let's the reader dive into all levels of groups on the social status ladder, from wealthy politician families to lowly humans just getting by. The story progresses well and keeps you wanting to know what happens next. By the end of the book I'd fallen in love with some characters and caught myself rooting for happy endings.
At just over 200 pages, The Artificial Structure Formally Known as the Moon is a thought provoking apocalyptic sci-fi that gives you an ending worthy of Lois Lowry levels.
With a mix of feels from books like The Maze Runner and The Giver, The Artificial Structure Formally Known as the Moon is perfect for fans of Sci-Fi, fantasy, and apocalyptic fiction.
In a world where life is no longer sustainable without the help of machines, humans try to get back to a healthy and sustainable planet. Meanwhile, the Order of the Demolition is set on taking down the politicians, scientists, and AI that brought the world to its demise.
✨Review✨
I enjoyed this book. The world was unique and the problems brought forth are engaging and leave you thinking about our current planet. The multiple POV aspect let's the reader dive into all levels of groups on the social status ladder, from wealthy politician families to lowly humans just getting by. The story progresses well and keeps you wanting to know what happens next. By the end of the book I'd fallen in love with some characters and caught myself rooting for happy endings.
At just over 200 pages, The Artificial Structure Formally Known as the Moon is a thought provoking apocalyptic sci-fi that gives you an ending worthy of Lois Lowry levels.
With a mix of feels from books like The Maze Runner and The Giver, The Artificial Structure Formally Known as the Moon is perfect for fans of Sci-Fi, fantasy, and apocalyptic fiction.
March 29, 2024
If you love reading books about alternate universes where there is a humongous gap between the have and have Nots with hybrid people wear those who have lived in the lap of luxury in those who don’t struggle for existence day today the new definitely love the story it is a story about dreamers rebellion a mothers love in revelations I do think there’s going to be a second book and if so I will definitely be down to read it this was a great read. If I was smarter I would give a better review but A review is just to let people know if they should read the book and yes yes yes you should. The author has a great imagination and has built a world unlike any I have ever read about before from how they get their food to those who want to climb the political ladder and even their relationship with the structure formally known as the moon this book was really original and one I definitely recommend. Please forgive any mistakes as I am blind and dictate my review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 5, 2024
I had several reaction throughout this book, the first one was me thinking Darlan was an idiot, and that I keep pretty much during all the book, Marianne I saw her as a very naive woman, that needed to believe something for her all world to continue making sense… Lyon, well Lyon was the one that I empathised the most, but the ones I hate the most where demolition, they knew what the education system was all about…
Actually the book throw us a curve ball with the ending I was intending to give a lower star score, but the ending changed my mind, yeah, grab a copy and read for yourself, don’t let the cover dissuade you from reading, the story is better and will stay with you longer than you think at first, and even after reading, understanding what was told to me, I still don’t like Darlan…
Thank you Voracious-Readers, for the free ARC and this is my honest opinion.
Actually the book throw us a curve ball with the ending I was intending to give a lower star score, but the ending changed my mind, yeah, grab a copy and read for yourself, don’t let the cover dissuade you from reading, the story is better and will stay with you longer than you think at first, and even after reading, understanding what was told to me, I still don’t like Darlan…
Thank you Voracious-Readers, for the free ARC and this is my honest opinion.
January 29, 2024
I.K. Stokbaek’s debut novel, The Artificial Structure Formerly Known as the Moon, risks all, presenting a mystifying puzzle. With the novel’s no frills prose (discounting a weird metaphor here or there), the reader ultimately faces a judgmental dilemma. The story’s either a tale with a scary ending, or a circular journey with an ending as pointless as its beginning.
Throughout, the novel is populated with a cast of memorable characters to be savored for drama, depth, and introspection. Within a mystifying puzzle, they venture forth.
While perhaps too brain taxing for enjoyment as a quick, summer beach read, the continual effort to peel away layers of meaning can fascinate a reader.
Throughout, the novel is populated with a cast of memorable characters to be savored for drama, depth, and introspection. Within a mystifying puzzle, they venture forth.
While perhaps too brain taxing for enjoyment as a quick, summer beach read, the continual effort to peel away layers of meaning can fascinate a reader.
March 22, 2025
I absolutely loved this. It's perfectly paced, beautifully written and I don't know if the thing that is revealed was a twist but regardless, I did not see it coming and it was wonderful. Despite some of the events happening being quite action packed and grim, the writing flows so well that the whole thing has a calm quality that is enviable. I don't have a whole lot else to say aside from I just loved it. Please check out this book.
I am going to check out everything else written by this author. At the time of writing it's currently an SPSFC4 quarterfinalist and I really hope this goes further in the competition.
I am going to check out everything else written by this author. At the time of writing it's currently an SPSFC4 quarterfinalist and I really hope this goes further in the competition.
February 26, 2024
Beyond what I expected.
I am not a sci-fi fan, and honestly, I was a little sceptical at first. The reason I picked it up was because of the concept of the moon.
Now, about Ida Stokbaek - this is a most successful debut novel. The characters are really well written. Their voice is very individual and their actions are purposely driven. The way the story is waved is through multiple POVs allowing the reader to see more than just one side of things. As we all know, the coin has two sides, right?
If I had to pick a favourite character - I couldn't. I loved them all. Of course, Darlan has a more MC vibe going on as he undergoes through some really tense situations and, oh wait, spoiler alert. I won't say that.
In this book, we have a conflict of extreme high-end civilisation contrasting with below poverty level of communities. It is very much a future our species could see in real life.
I enjoyed the twists and am happy with the book's ending.
I am giving it a 4.90 score (ha, didn't see that coming, I'm sure!) as I expected something slightly different at the end.
It's an awesome story.
I am not a sci-fi fan, and honestly, I was a little sceptical at first. The reason I picked it up was because of the concept of the moon.
Now, about Ida Stokbaek - this is a most successful debut novel. The characters are really well written. Their voice is very individual and their actions are purposely driven. The way the story is waved is through multiple POVs allowing the reader to see more than just one side of things. As we all know, the coin has two sides, right?
If I had to pick a favourite character - I couldn't. I loved them all. Of course, Darlan has a more MC vibe going on as he undergoes through some really tense situations and, oh wait, spoiler alert. I won't say that.
In this book, we have a conflict of extreme high-end civilisation contrasting with below poverty level of communities. It is very much a future our species could see in real life.
I enjoyed the twists and am happy with the book's ending.
I am giving it a 4.90 score (ha, didn't see that coming, I'm sure!) as I expected something slightly different at the end.
It's an awesome story.
March 1, 2024
I loved everything about this story. The premise was very interesting and the characters completely engaging and relatable. I loved Darlan and Sabine from the very start. Maryanne took me a little longer to get into but her strength and determined attitude won me over within a few chapters. The “reveal” was intriguing and probably one of the only books I’ve ever read where it actually lived up to the hype. Very clever and thought provoking.
March 27, 2024
“They woke up every day and chose profit over change.”
It’s really hard to make dystopia feel authentic and plausible, but “The Artifact Formerly Known as the Moon” nailed it.
This book is heavy. It’s not lengthy, but the content will stick with you. You’ll find yourself rooting for anarchy and the ending is incredibly satisfying.
I feel like I want to say more… but it kind of left me speechless. It’s *really* good. Read it. Thank me later.
10/10 recommend
It’s really hard to make dystopia feel authentic and plausible, but “The Artifact Formerly Known as the Moon” nailed it.
This book is heavy. It’s not lengthy, but the content will stick with you. You’ll find yourself rooting for anarchy and the ending is incredibly satisfying.
I feel like I want to say more… but it kind of left me speechless. It’s *really* good. Read it. Thank me later.
10/10 recommend
May 28, 2024
This uses the time-travel element perfectly, it had that alternative history and worked with everything that I wanted. It uses the post-apocalyptic element in a way that worked and enjoyed the AI element. The characters were everything that I was looking for and glad it worked overall. I K Stokbaek has a great writing style and can’t wait for more.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 1, 2024
I enjoyed reading this book. I found this to be an interesting and thought provoking read. I feel like this one could mirror science reality at some point. This is well-written and I enjoyed the story. This is the first book that I have read by this author and I will definitely be looking for more. I reviewed a copy of this book via Voracious Readers Only.
March 12, 2024
This book definitely puts a lot of things into perspective.
This is a probable outcome of the way our society is changing and the evolution of AI forms taking over specific things.
The characters each have fluctuating personalities. This book will throw you for a loop.
I highly recommend this book as it definitely gets you thinking.
This is a probable outcome of the way our society is changing and the evolution of AI forms taking over specific things.
The characters each have fluctuating personalities. This book will throw you for a loop.
I highly recommend this book as it definitely gets you thinking.
May 6, 2024
It's rather difficult to put my thoughts into words on this without giving too much away. Like other have said in their reviews, it's an entirely plausible future. It's thought provoking and well written. I thoroughly enjoyed the story. I think it's a must read! I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author via Voracious Readers Only.
January 29, 2024
I might be a little bit biased, but I think The Artificial Structure Formerly Known as the Moon is pretty awesome.
February 4, 2024
I enjoyed the book, could expand a little and make the world feel more fleshed out. Overall good. Excited for more.
February 28, 2024
Awesome book and kinda scary with the way things are going in real life. Not hard to imagine this happening for real
March 31, 2024
Unique concept
The story is a facinating take on AI and the future. It was well written and kept good pace. Characters were well rounded and believable.
Highly recommended.
The story is a facinating take on AI and the future. It was well written and kept good pace. Characters were well rounded and believable.
Highly recommended.
May 9, 2024
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https://youtu.be/gqPUQ8qoihQ
https://youtu.be/gqPUQ8qoihQ
March 21, 2024
"They could tell. They knew. They woke up every day and chose profit over change. Chose conformity over saving the world. Oh, they made speeches about all the things they knew they ought to do, talked about climate change and targets, preaching one virtue while silently practicing another. And they laughed. At themselves, at the irony. I often wonder if, in fact, you humans are unable to compute consequences at all." - The Artificial Structure Formerly Known as the Moon
Is this book our future? It certainly could be. A Science Fiction novel set in the dystopian future of a, rather probable, current path of humanity/Earth with some time bending elements added in. I.K. Stokbaek tells this cautionary story from several view points simultaneously. It brings to light philosophical questions regarding Artificial Intelligence, how far you will go for knowledge, what it means to be human, and what means to be actually living.
A stark contrast to my normal fantasy reads, I found this book thoroughly enjoyable and horrifying all at the same time. With A.I. being more influential in current daily lives, some of the elements of this book do not seem incredibly far off... which is the most horrifying element. Science Fiction?
Cautionary Tale? I.K. Stokbaek writes an excellent novel on a thought-provoking subject.
Is this book our future? It certainly could be. A Science Fiction novel set in the dystopian future of a, rather probable, current path of humanity/Earth with some time bending elements added in. I.K. Stokbaek tells this cautionary story from several view points simultaneously. It brings to light philosophical questions regarding Artificial Intelligence, how far you will go for knowledge, what it means to be human, and what means to be actually living.
A stark contrast to my normal fantasy reads, I found this book thoroughly enjoyable and horrifying all at the same time. With A.I. being more influential in current daily lives, some of the elements of this book do not seem incredibly far off... which is the most horrifying element. Science Fiction?
Cautionary Tale? I.K. Stokbaek writes an excellent novel on a thought-provoking subject.
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