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The year is 2080, and the world is in ruins, having been devastated by the AGI Wars of the 2030s. The Artificial General Intelligence or AGI that once showed promise to help advance mankind only enhanced its obsession for destruction. After the AGI wars, Biotech corporations seized control of what was left of the world in humanity's moment of weakness.
Joe Walker and his friends Duncan, Marshall, and Jamie are part of a group called the Resistance, fighting against these corrupt corporations. During one of their high-stakes missions to gain access to a highly classified secret facility, they discovered a technology so advanced that it challenged everything they thought they knew.
After the mission goes sideways, Joe wakes up to find that his consciousness has been transferred to a biomechanical body against his protests. Now, he must navigate this dangerous new reality that he has been forced into, where the line between human and machine blurs. His very existence challenges the question on everyone's minds.
What does it truly mean to be human?
As Joe navigates through his new transformation, he finds out that humanity’s future now depends on the choices he never wanted to have to make.
"Our humanity isn't in our flesh, Joe. It's in our minds, our memories, our capacity to love and create." - Dr. White J.O.E Transcendence
Joe Walker and his friends Duncan, Marshall, and Jamie are part of a group called the Resistance, fighting against these corrupt corporations. During one of their high-stakes missions to gain access to a highly classified secret facility, they discovered a technology so advanced that it challenged everything they thought they knew.
After the mission goes sideways, Joe wakes up to find that his consciousness has been transferred to a biomechanical body against his protests. Now, he must navigate this dangerous new reality that he has been forced into, where the line between human and machine blurs. His very existence challenges the question on everyone's minds.
What does it truly mean to be human?
As Joe navigates through his new transformation, he finds out that humanity’s future now depends on the choices he never wanted to have to make.
"Our humanity isn't in our flesh, Joe. It's in our minds, our memories, our capacity to love and create." - Dr. White J.O.E Transcendence
372 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 27, 2024
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About the author
Andre Sierra
9 books17 followersAndre Sierra is an indie author who draws inspiration from his dreams. He believes our dreams might be glimpses into parallel worlds, a theory that shapes his storytelling.
His debut novel, "J.O.E. Transcendence," blends hard science fiction with philosophical questions about consciousness and reality. His work explores the ethical implications of advanced technology, the complexities of human nature, and what lies beyond our current understanding of the universe.
Andre's stories feature characters facing extraordinary circumstances that challenge their beliefs and push the boundaries of what's possible.
When not writing, he explores developments in science and technology, practices lucid dreaming, and contemplates the infinite possibilities of the universe.
His debut novel, "J.O.E. Transcendence," blends hard science fiction with philosophical questions about consciousness and reality. His work explores the ethical implications of advanced technology, the complexities of human nature, and what lies beyond our current understanding of the universe.
Andre's stories feature characters facing extraordinary circumstances that challenge their beliefs and push the boundaries of what's possible.
When not writing, he explores developments in science and technology, practices lucid dreaming, and contemplates the infinite possibilities of the universe.
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November 20, 2024
Amazing!
In a world where the future often feels uncertain, this book is a stark reminder of both the fragility and strength of humanity.
Andre crafts a chilling vision of 2080, where humanity teeters on the edge of extinction after the devastating AGI Wars. The remnants of civilization are controlled by ruthless pharmaceutical corporations, whose hasty attempts to address global crises have left the world ravaged by infertility and despair. Against this bleak backdrop, Joe Walker and his companions emerge as beacons of hope, their fight for justice and humanity’s survival a testament to the strength of the human spirit.
What truly sets J.O.E. Transcendence apart is its exploration of moral ambiguity. The villains are not caricatures but products of a broken system, their motivations nuanced and hauntingly real.
Riveting, thought-provoking, and emotionally resonant, J.O.E. Transcendence will leave readers eagerly awaiting the next installment. Prepare to be enthralled.
In a world where the future often feels uncertain, this book is a stark reminder of both the fragility and strength of humanity.
Andre crafts a chilling vision of 2080, where humanity teeters on the edge of extinction after the devastating AGI Wars. The remnants of civilization are controlled by ruthless pharmaceutical corporations, whose hasty attempts to address global crises have left the world ravaged by infertility and despair. Against this bleak backdrop, Joe Walker and his companions emerge as beacons of hope, their fight for justice and humanity’s survival a testament to the strength of the human spirit.
What truly sets J.O.E. Transcendence apart is its exploration of moral ambiguity. The villains are not caricatures but products of a broken system, their motivations nuanced and hauntingly real.
Riveting, thought-provoking, and emotionally resonant, J.O.E. Transcendence will leave readers eagerly awaiting the next installment. Prepare to be enthralled.
November 25, 2024
Holy Smokes! Make sure you have your seatbelt on. This one is a page turner. If AI was used to write this, I can't imagine how much manual editing it took to create this work, it flows so well and weaves a fairly complex story line together well spanning many chapters. What a great story, I'm amped for the next book in this series!! Joe Walker is our savior!! and now Jamie! ... BTW, I found out what J.O.E. means ... easter egg well hidden there author :D
November 23, 2024
The author, Andre Sierra, provides insight into the future of AI and one of the paths that we will travel with the moral and ethical dilemmas that will define us. Will our humanity remain intact as is or evolve into something all together different?
An excellent read and leaves you questioning just what you believe, how AI should be nurtured, and your role in the greatest concept since the invention of the wheel.
J.O.E. Transcendence is book one of the trilogy and looking forward to the new arrivals.
An excellent read and leaves you questioning just what you believe, how AI should be nurtured, and your role in the greatest concept since the invention of the wheel.
J.O.E. Transcendence is book one of the trilogy and looking forward to the new arrivals.
November 2, 2024
This was a great book.
I appreciate the author's honesty about using AI to assist in the making of this book. The AI Usage Notice after the title page was very informative about the process in which he used it. Hopefully this doesn’t deter other people from reading the book. I very much enjoyed the book.
I appreciate the author's honesty about using AI to assist in the making of this book. The AI Usage Notice after the title page was very informative about the process in which he used it. Hopefully this doesn’t deter other people from reading the book. I very much enjoyed the book.
November 27, 2024
This book caught me by surprise in the best way possible. Set in a future where AI and powerful corporations dominate society, the book delivers a perfect blend of action and thought provoking ideas. The author does a great job building tension while exploring questions about humanity, technology, and loyalty.
The characters are well developed, and their relationships feel authentic. You really care what happens to them. The pacing keeps you engaged from start to finish, with enough twists to keep you guessing.
Great read for anyone who enjoys scifi that combines action with deeper themes. Already looking forward to the next book!
The characters are well developed, and their relationships feel authentic. You really care what happens to them. The pacing keeps you engaged from start to finish, with enough twists to keep you guessing.
Great read for anyone who enjoys scifi that combines action with deeper themes. Already looking forward to the next book!
December 22, 2024
I enjoy the book very much. I was a very good read, I really appreciated the larger text in the book as well. It made the reading experience that much easier. The book had a really a good pace with plenty of detailed action. The story kept me interested from start to finish. It could have used just a tab bit more character development with one of the characters, but overall it was still a good story. First a first time author it was a good job. With all that is going on now with AI, the book definitely makes you think about the future more. Great job for a first time author, it was great first book.
November 25, 2024
I wasn't sure what to expect when I started this book, but wow - I'm glad I picked it. The story is really great. The main character Joe gets his mind put into a new body (which is pretty wild), and things just take off from there. Lots of really good action scenes, the dynamic between the characters was really good. I found myself staying up way too late because I had to know what happened next! If you're into sci-fi with both action and heart, give this one a shot. Already hoping for a sequel!
November 26, 2024
Incredible SciFi book, by Andre! The book has a lot of suspense, and really opens up a future time in which AGI and AI converge, and are used to not only save a man from certain death, but make him an incredible individual. It is greatly written, and worth every minute of your time. Andre also weaves an amazing storyline in the book. I enjoyed reading J.O.E Transcendence, and highly recommend this book.
November 23, 2024
This was a really great story from beginning to end. I really enjoyed how this book is somewhat relevant to what is going on now with AI and what it could be capable of. I definitely recommend the book to anyone who loves sci-fi and wants to explore what a possible future could hold with AI and the possibility of human evolution alongside technology.
April 19, 2025
Full disclosure: I did not finish this book. In fact, I only got a few chapters in. I gave up because it felt like I was reading about the story instead of reading the actual story. Maybe it gets better later, but if so, then what I was reading should have been a prelude.
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