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Autonomously Yours: The Life of a Compandroid
"AUTONOMOUSLY YOURS is an enjoyable read that does not attempt to answer questions it poses, but engages into deeper understandings of how people treat one another and what it means to be human."
-- Indie Reader
"The novel is certainly provocative and raises some fascinating philosophical questions about what constitutes life, while also shining a light on modern man's misogynistic tendencies... Parker also brings to life quite beautifully Okamura's relationship with Cran, his more traditional, robotic manservant..."
-- Kirkus Review
SYNOPSIS:
Meet Sally. A fully-functioning-female-human-imitation-android, created as a companion for the lonely men of the world, the first of its kind. But, there are problems for her creator.
Robotics engineer Dr. Harold Okamura is finally given an opportunity by Mr. Jerrald Axell, the CEO of a company with dubious intentions, to realize a lifelong ambition: to create a robot that is indistinguishable from a human being. The problem is doing so breaks the first law of modern robotics, an offense punishable by imprisonment. Good thing for Harold, then, Mr. Axell is powerful enough to skirt such laws. But that’s not the only problem on the horizon. In fact, it’s the least of Dr. Okamura’s troubles.
Before Sally can be brought to market, she has to go through a trial period. Dr. Okamura and his faithful android servant, Cran, monitor Sally as she is tested by three clients––all men of very questionable motives.
Will Harold betray his morals and let the experiment follow through to its logical conclusion, or will his conscience prevail? The fate of Sally, and his sanity, hangs in the balance.
Autonomously Yours is a story of relationships, emotions and tragedy, as told, literally, through the eyes of the world’s first Compandroid.
-- Indie Reader
"The novel is certainly provocative and raises some fascinating philosophical questions about what constitutes life, while also shining a light on modern man's misogynistic tendencies... Parker also brings to life quite beautifully Okamura's relationship with Cran, his more traditional, robotic manservant..."
-- Kirkus Review
SYNOPSIS:
Meet Sally. A fully-functioning-female-human-imitation-android, created as a companion for the lonely men of the world, the first of its kind. But, there are problems for her creator.
Robotics engineer Dr. Harold Okamura is finally given an opportunity by Mr. Jerrald Axell, the CEO of a company with dubious intentions, to realize a lifelong ambition: to create a robot that is indistinguishable from a human being. The problem is doing so breaks the first law of modern robotics, an offense punishable by imprisonment. Good thing for Harold, then, Mr. Axell is powerful enough to skirt such laws. But that’s not the only problem on the horizon. In fact, it’s the least of Dr. Okamura’s troubles.
Before Sally can be brought to market, she has to go through a trial period. Dr. Okamura and his faithful android servant, Cran, monitor Sally as she is tested by three clients––all men of very questionable motives.
Will Harold betray his morals and let the experiment follow through to its logical conclusion, or will his conscience prevail? The fate of Sally, and his sanity, hangs in the balance.
Autonomously Yours is a story of relationships, emotions and tragedy, as told, literally, through the eyes of the world’s first Compandroid.
- GenresScience Fiction
178 pages, Paperback
First published January 18, 2015
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About the author
K.N. Parker
3 books59 followersK. N. Parker is a simple AWARD-WINNING author in his thirties, and was born and raised in Los Angeles, California.
He has three self-published works which, for the most part, people think are pretty nifty.
He is currently working on two full-length novels and a script.
He shares heritages with two countries: America and Japan, and he spends his time between the two whenever possible. When in his late teens he thought it proper to teach himself Japanese, and so he did, and now can communicate with you in two ways, if applicable. When not writing or creating trouble in various coffee shops throughout the world, he enjoys graphic design, television, film, and absurdist, subtle, and very sarcastic comedy.
He also likes dogs.
He has three self-published works which, for the most part, people think are pretty nifty.
He is currently working on two full-length novels and a script.
He shares heritages with two countries: America and Japan, and he spends his time between the two whenever possible. When in his late teens he thought it proper to teach himself Japanese, and so he did, and now can communicate with you in two ways, if applicable. When not writing or creating trouble in various coffee shops throughout the world, he enjoys graphic design, television, film, and absurdist, subtle, and very sarcastic comedy.
He also likes dogs.
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April 19, 2017
A very good story that was spoilt by poor grammar and a lack of proofreading/editing.
August 26, 2016
In this book, technology has advanced in 100 years, but people have not. The narrator learns a lot about himself by watching his creations, but his creations learn a lot more. It is a well written exploration of what it means to be human and what drives us.
January 11, 2016
Set in the future, where robots/androids are a part of everyday life, Dr. Harold Okamura has created a female android companion for lonely man. With skin that feels real, and a body that changes depending on the desire of the owner she is the most human looking android invented. But, she is highly illegal and can be punished with imprisonment…
Dr. Okamura wasn’t acting alone, he built the compandroid for Jerrald Axell, a man with little to no morals. Mr. Axell has set up three clients willing to test out “Sally.” Each client has questionable motives and morals.
This book is not my cup of tea, there is some violence, but the writing is good and the subject is an interesting one to ponder. Especially as we are probably getting close to this becoming a reality.
Mr. Parker, this story has definitely made me think and for that I thank you.
Reviewed by Cryssy
Dr. Okamura wasn’t acting alone, he built the compandroid for Jerrald Axell, a man with little to no morals. Mr. Axell has set up three clients willing to test out “Sally.” Each client has questionable motives and morals.
This book is not my cup of tea, there is some violence, but the writing is good and the subject is an interesting one to ponder. Especially as we are probably getting close to this becoming a reality.
Mr. Parker, this story has definitely made me think and for that I thank you.
Reviewed by Cryssy
June 5, 2019
A lot of good stuff going on here (androids, potential self-awareness, human nature, relationships, loss, desire) - but a lot of distasteful stuff as well (sadomasochistic, misogynistic, rape imagery - far more graphic than 'erotic'.) The ONLY half decent people in the book are the narrator/robotics engineer and the androids. (-and even then, I'm not sure if they are any more than half decent!) I think there are things that could have been delved into further – the interaction between and self-actualization of some of the androids, for instance – or maybe that could be for a second book. So much that I liked….so much that I really didn't. I would, however, take a look at the second book to see if it expanded on the interesting stuff – hopefully while minimizing the creepy-sex stuff.
December 5, 2016
This. Author. What can I say? I wasn't disappointed!
This story goes so much deeper then words on a page. It confronts the worst and the best about human nature and ends on a most beautiful/hopeful note.
Great job Mr. Parker. You have a fan for life.
This story goes so much deeper then words on a page. It confronts the worst and the best about human nature and ends on a most beautiful/hopeful note.
Great job Mr. Parker. You have a fan for life.
September 27, 2017
An engineer makes the most sophisticated, life-like android to date. She is designed to be a companion to all of the lonely men out there. Shhe can have her personality and looks changed to be anything or anyone that you desire. She is the first of her kind. Before she is brought to the market, she needs to undergo one last stage of testing. She is to be tested by 3 different clients, all three of which are mean of questionable motives and tastes. But the engineer's past comes back to haunt him when she is made to resemble his dead wie and the test takes on a whole new meaning for him.
This story raises a lot of questions about what it means to be human and how we treat our fellow beings. Most of these questions are left for the reader to decide the answer for themselves. Where does the line get drawn between machine and living, thinking being. Who has the right to decide what can be done with those that you can turn off with a switch but can also think for themselves? The story isn't always pleasant to read but it will give you a lot to ponder as you see how the experiment plays out.
I would give the editing a grade of A-/B+. There isn't any major problems but there are ahandful of small glitches throughout the book. Mainly things like leaving out a word or inserting an extra one. Nothing seious but enough to be noticed.
I first came across K.N. Parker's children stories. I though t I would give his more adult book a chance. I enjoyed both but make no mistake that they are definitely geared towards different audiences. I would give this a 3.5 star rating.
This story raises a lot of questions about what it means to be human and how we treat our fellow beings. Most of these questions are left for the reader to decide the answer for themselves. Where does the line get drawn between machine and living, thinking being. Who has the right to decide what can be done with those that you can turn off with a switch but can also think for themselves? The story isn't always pleasant to read but it will give you a lot to ponder as you see how the experiment plays out.
I would give the editing a grade of A-/B+. There isn't any major problems but there are ahandful of small glitches throughout the book. Mainly things like leaving out a word or inserting an extra one. Nothing seious but enough to be noticed.
I first came across K.N. Parker's children stories. I though t I would give his more adult book a chance. I enjoyed both but make no mistake that they are definitely geared towards different audiences. I would give this a 3.5 star rating.
February 27, 2016
Set in the future, where robots/androids are a part of everyday life, Dr. Harold Okamura has created a female android companion for lonely man. With skin that feels real, and a body that changes depending on the desire of the owner she is the most human looking android invented. But, she is highly illegal and can be punished with imprisonment…
Dr. Okamura wasn’t acting alone, he built the compandroid for Jerrald Axell, a man with little to no morals. Mr. Axell has set up three clients willing to test out “Sally.” Each client has questionable motives and morals.
This book is not my cup of tea, there is some violence, but the writing is good and the subject is an interesting one to ponder. Especially as we are probably getting close to this becoming a reality.
Mr. Parker, this story has definitely made me think and for that I thank yo
Dr. Okamura wasn’t acting alone, he built the compandroid for Jerrald Axell, a man with little to no morals. Mr. Axell has set up three clients willing to test out “Sally.” Each client has questionable motives and morals.
This book is not my cup of tea, there is some violence, but the writing is good and the subject is an interesting one to ponder. Especially as we are probably getting close to this becoming a reality.
Mr. Parker, this story has definitely made me think and for that I thank yo
December 15, 2018
Three vignettes in the compandroid universe...
The inventor of a compandroid is pressured by the man with the money to let it be tested by three different men.one is a spoiled rich kid,the other a businessman with a inferiority complex brought on by his mother.the third is a overbearing sports promoter who takes out his aggression on the droid.all the while,the inventor is under pressure for the droid to perform well.the ending sets up a potential sequel....
The inventor of a compandroid is pressured by the man with the money to let it be tested by three different men.one is a spoiled rich kid,the other a businessman with a inferiority complex brought on by his mother.the third is a overbearing sports promoter who takes out his aggression on the droid.all the while,the inventor is under pressure for the droid to perform well.the ending sets up a potential sequel....
May 27, 2016
Pretty Raunchy
If you like stories about robots or ever had fantasies about a sex slave you may enjoy this story. Was written pretty well, but lots of foul language and perverted imagery. Interesting "what if" syfy story. I got it free so can't complain, but glad I didn't shell out 2-3 bucks for it.
If you like stories about robots or ever had fantasies about a sex slave you may enjoy this story. Was written pretty well, but lots of foul language and perverted imagery. Interesting "what if" syfy story. I got it free so can't complain, but glad I didn't shell out 2-3 bucks for it.
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