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Magic, Machines and the Awakening of Danny Searle
Programming prodigy Tyler Cipriani and his father, the famous philosopher-scientist Aiden Cipriani, are on the cusp of developing a new form of artificial intelligence when the beautiful, gifted, and mysterious Danny Searle joins the team. Danny captivates them all with her mastery of illusion and her unique way of seeing the world—until a tragic accident places her in a coma.
Now, as Danny’s condition worsens, Tyler and the team must turn their attention toward modifying an experimental neurological procedure—her best, and perhaps only, hope.
But as more and more of Danny’s past is unearthed, Tyler finds himself Who is Danny Searle? How could she have simply popped into existence two years earlier? And, assuming they can bring her back…who will she be then?
Now, as Danny’s condition worsens, Tyler and the team must turn their attention toward modifying an experimental neurological procedure—her best, and perhaps only, hope.
But as more and more of Danny’s past is unearthed, Tyler finds himself Who is Danny Searle? How could she have simply popped into existence two years earlier? And, assuming they can bring her back…who will she be then?
- GenresScience FictionFantasy
270 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 8, 2014
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John McWilliams
8 books4 followersJohn McWilliams is an entrepreneur who has established business ventures working in the fields of microelectronics, software design, and high-energy physics. Mr. McWilliams lives in Orlando, Florida with his two sons.
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January 16, 2016
Insightful Science written by masterful storyteller
The best fiction book I have read about the brain. ...believable science base with possible future directions blended with characters and situations that create a sense of recognizable reality. Difficult decisions have to be made and the ruminations of the people feel genuine, the distress and hope are intense but seem to be valid given the issues. I do not wish to spoil the cognitive and emotional delight that this complicated story can produce. If you like relationships that feel real, complicated and possible romantic strands, you will get them here. If you enjoy seeking more science knowledge AFTER reading a book but don't want to HAVE to stop to understand the story as you read and experience it .... you can do that with this book. I loved it ....and I WRITE relationship and romantic fiction, I READ mysteries and intrigue, I have WORKED in team building and relationship education, and my strong interests in science include a master of science degree in BIOPHYSICS and work on doctorates in molecular biology and in health science.
The best fiction book I have read about the brain. ...believable science base with possible future directions blended with characters and situations that create a sense of recognizable reality. Difficult decisions have to be made and the ruminations of the people feel genuine, the distress and hope are intense but seem to be valid given the issues. I do not wish to spoil the cognitive and emotional delight that this complicated story can produce. If you like relationships that feel real, complicated and possible romantic strands, you will get them here. If you enjoy seeking more science knowledge AFTER reading a book but don't want to HAVE to stop to understand the story as you read and experience it .... you can do that with this book. I loved it ....and I WRITE relationship and romantic fiction, I READ mysteries and intrigue, I have WORKED in team building and relationship education, and my strong interests in science include a master of science degree in BIOPHYSICS and work on doctorates in molecular biology and in health science.
September 13, 2015
An entertaining mix of philosophy, neurosciences, sci-fi sprinkled with some magic and romance. The first half was a little slow heavy on philosophy and setting up the second half which has more pace.
Nice twists to brig the story round even if the actions of one or two protagonists seemed false in the light of the plot.
Good enjoyable read.
Nice twists to brig the story round even if the actions of one or two protagonists seemed false in the light of the plot.
Good enjoyable read.
October 1, 2015
Not sure ...
I liked the reading but it was repetitious to the point of boredom in places. I liked the intellectual jousting but that ending? It was just .... awful. The story was headed back up and out, finishing the premises ... then simply stopped. The End.
Weird ending. No magic. No nuttin'!
I liked the reading but it was repetitious to the point of boredom in places. I liked the intellectual jousting but that ending? It was just .... awful. The story was headed back up and out, finishing the premises ... then simply stopped. The End.
Weird ending. No magic. No nuttin'!
December 2, 2014
Loved this book!
Great characters, plot, and writing! I couldn't put it down...had to know what happens. I loved the science and the technology.
Great characters, plot, and writing! I couldn't put it down...had to know what happens. I loved the science and the technology.
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