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The Singularity #7
The Singularity Rising: Gods
The Final Book in The Singularity Series! After a five hundred year absence, The Genesis, a manmade artificial intelligence, wants to return and continue dominating the world.
The person once picked to save humanity, Caesar Wells, now leads The Genesis in its quest to kill humanity and begin anew.
Yet, despite their power, a serious problem exists. A new human race, possessing powers that could destroy Caesar and the artificial intelligence. Their leader, Lexi, craves only one thing: The Genesis and Caesar’s complete eradication.
In this thrilling conclusion to The Singularity Series, Caesar must face down the new race’s leader, Lexi, and all she commands.
Humanity’s fate rests in the balance: life or extinction?
The person once picked to save humanity, Caesar Wells, now leads The Genesis in its quest to kill humanity and begin anew.
Yet, despite their power, a serious problem exists. A new human race, possessing powers that could destroy Caesar and the artificial intelligence. Their leader, Lexi, craves only one thing: The Genesis and Caesar’s complete eradication.
In this thrilling conclusion to The Singularity Series, Caesar must face down the new race’s leader, Lexi, and all she commands.
Humanity’s fate rests in the balance: life or extinction?
283 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 20, 2016
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About the author
David Beers
73 books215 followersI used to deliver pizza. I was pretty good at it, too. I mean, it's not that hard, but if I'm not going to brag, who is, right? Anyways, so I'm delivering pizza while I'm in college, and my boss has been in the pizza industry like six years. He's supposed to graduate from college this year, and I ask him, what are you going to do after college? We're all supposed to go out and conquer the world right after college, so this guy has to have some kind of plan.
He looked at me like I was delusional.
"I'm a writer, man."
Those four words changed my life more so than anything else ever spoken to me.
I'd always written, since I was twelve participating in online-wrestling forums in which you acted out your character. I wrote because it came naturally. Never once, in the entirety of my nineteen years did I think that writing could be a career though, until a Pizza Sage said those four words to me.
So what did I do? I went home and wrote a short story and immediately understood that I was the greatest writer to ever touch a keyboard. I brought it to the Pizza Sage and he told me what anyone could have told me--it was horrible. I might be dumb, probably am, but I'm also tenacious.
I spent the next seven years writing almost every day. My first novel grew to the length of 40,000 words, then I threw it away. My second novel grew to 140,000 words. I didn't throw it away, but it was rejected about 50 times by agents. My next novel ended up at around 55,000 words, which I showed to a few friends and shelved. Then I wrote Dead Religion, which is the only reason I have an author page at Amazon.
I have had four short stories published, paid and unpaid. 'Effects May Vary' won an award that was voted on by readers, which was pretty cool.
I'm currently getting my Masters in Business at the University of Georgia's Terry School of Business. I'm doing this in order to not deliver pizzas but still keep the lights on. I have a girlfriend who will soon be my fiancé, and after ten years, I imagine she's ready for that title.
I want to own a yacht.
He looked at me like I was delusional.
"I'm a writer, man."
Those four words changed my life more so than anything else ever spoken to me.
I'd always written, since I was twelve participating in online-wrestling forums in which you acted out your character. I wrote because it came naturally. Never once, in the entirety of my nineteen years did I think that writing could be a career though, until a Pizza Sage said those four words to me.
So what did I do? I went home and wrote a short story and immediately understood that I was the greatest writer to ever touch a keyboard. I brought it to the Pizza Sage and he told me what anyone could have told me--it was horrible. I might be dumb, probably am, but I'm also tenacious.
I spent the next seven years writing almost every day. My first novel grew to the length of 40,000 words, then I threw it away. My second novel grew to 140,000 words. I didn't throw it away, but it was rejected about 50 times by agents. My next novel ended up at around 55,000 words, which I showed to a few friends and shelved. Then I wrote Dead Religion, which is the only reason I have an author page at Amazon.
I have had four short stories published, paid and unpaid. 'Effects May Vary' won an award that was voted on by readers, which was pretty cool.
I'm currently getting my Masters in Business at the University of Georgia's Terry School of Business. I'm doing this in order to not deliver pizzas but still keep the lights on. I have a girlfriend who will soon be my fiancé, and after ten years, I imagine she's ready for that title.
I want to own a yacht.
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April 16, 2019
Well ... I made it through to the end. Not wishing to include spoilers, I won't say anything about the resolution of the multi-faceted conflict in the plot other than to say the abject pessimism evident in some of the preceding volumes re: humankind's long-term prospects was moderated in this final episode, albeit with a reminder of our tendency to ignore lessons of the past and repeat history.
I'm glad I read the series and recommend it.
Finally, the presence of proofreading/editorial escapes, primarily misused subjective and objective pronouns and incorrect verb tenses, suggests that the author, while a gifted storyteller, didn't internalize the English lessons that should have been learned before reaching high school. Worse still, the persons who provide proofreading/editing services apparently suffer the same educational deficiency. The sad part is that some readers whose own understanding of these matters may be limited will read these errors and think, simply because they're published, that these uses are correct, perpetuating the problem.
I'm glad I read the series and recommend it.
Finally, the presence of proofreading/editorial escapes, primarily misused subjective and objective pronouns and incorrect verb tenses, suggests that the author, while a gifted storyteller, didn't internalize the English lessons that should have been learned before reaching high school. Worse still, the persons who provide proofreading/editing services apparently suffer the same educational deficiency. The sad part is that some readers whose own understanding of these matters may be limited will read these errors and think, simply because they're published, that these uses are correct, perpetuating the problem.
January 2, 2017
First came Genesis deigned to save the human race from itself. Then there was an uprising led by Caesar that attempted to regain controll from the Genesis. And now there is the emergence of an evolved human species led by Lexi who want to eliminate the Genesis. Genesis reacts by beginning to eliminate the human race to start over. Is there a God that looks after for the human race or can they fend for themselves? David has such a talent for teasing and misleading the reader. His plots are truly amazing! By this point in the series there are a significant number of character to keep track of, but the ending makes the effort all worthwhile. A great read, hard to put down before you finish.
I was originally given a free or reduced copy of this book in exchange for an honest and impartial review. This has not influenced my review at all.
I was originally given a free or reduced copy of this book in exchange for an honest and impartial review. This has not influenced my review at all.
March 2, 2019
Could have Should have been great
While I truly enjoyed this series. I must say that 7 books should have been pared down to 4 at most. A great story well written BUT.....it went on Way Too long. I still suggest you read the series but you'll find A lot of rehashing and outright yammering on and on. When 5 words would have described the scene character etc. The author used 50 instead. If only this series had been 4 books rather than 7 this series would be among the greatest of greats. Yet another prime example of maximum profits at all costs. Don't you hate that profiteering enters into every facet of our lives. Even critically acclaimed works of fiction ......
While I truly enjoyed this series. I must say that 7 books should have been pared down to 4 at most. A great story well written BUT.....it went on Way Too long. I still suggest you read the series but you'll find A lot of rehashing and outright yammering on and on. When 5 words would have described the scene character etc. The author used 50 instead. If only this series had been 4 books rather than 7 this series would be among the greatest of greats. Yet another prime example of maximum profits at all costs. Don't you hate that profiteering enters into every facet of our lives. Even critically acclaimed works of fiction ......
March 10, 2018
Ending?
The series was a great read. I’m sure there were Matrix comparisons, but that is not what the story was really about. The ending, I’m not sure how I feel. *possible spoiler* for me the way the writing had happened to that point, the ending seemed abrupt; even if it made sense, that part seemed short. Epilogue, good, next chapter, good, the thousand years after...after 7 books, that seemed (and maybe that is a good thing) but it seemed like a way to keep the story going. All in all, well worth the read and an eye opener for the open minded of what AI could become.
The series was a great read. I’m sure there were Matrix comparisons, but that is not what the story was really about. The ending, I’m not sure how I feel. *possible spoiler* for me the way the writing had happened to that point, the ending seemed abrupt; even if it made sense, that part seemed short. Epilogue, good, next chapter, good, the thousand years after...after 7 books, that seemed (and maybe that is a good thing) but it seemed like a way to keep the story going. All in all, well worth the read and an eye opener for the open minded of what AI could become.
April 9, 2018
Epic!!!! Want more backstory on Lexi and Rising!
This epoc showed several true revelations for me in several ways and although at times it could be overwhelming with so many things happening at once it stayed true to the path it created and what organically felt right. I liked the ending although I would have liked to learn more about Lexi and what or who she truly was and then who she became when she achieved her "Rise/Enlightenment"...that should be a whole other book right there and maybe it will be.....I hope? (looking pointedly at David Beers!).
This epoc showed several true revelations for me in several ways and although at times it could be overwhelming with so many things happening at once it stayed true to the path it created and what organically felt right. I liked the ending although I would have liked to learn more about Lexi and what or who she truly was and then who she became when she achieved her "Rise/Enlightenment"...that should be a whole other book right there and maybe it will be.....I hope? (looking pointedly at David Beers!).
March 3, 2019
Wow
What an ending. I have real!y enjoyed this series. Could this story one day happen, there is so much hatred in the world at the moment, people killing one another. This series is food for thought
What an ending. I have real!y enjoyed this series. Could this story one day happen, there is so much hatred in the world at the moment, people killing one another. This series is food for thought
July 8, 2017
The Singularity Rising:Gods
Whoa, this series makes me stop and think about humanity's survival. The best I've read in a long time. Amen!
Whoa, this series makes me stop and think about humanity's survival. The best I've read in a long time. Amen!
August 29, 2018
Excellent series.
Loved all of the books. Could not wait to start each book. The ending did not surprise me. Read the last one in one setting.
Loved all of the books. Could not wait to start each book. The ending did not surprise me. Read the last one in one setting.
March 11, 2017
A very good ending to a great series!
A very good ending to a great series that ties everything together nicely. I aways wondered what happened to Manny.
A very good ending to a great series that ties everything together nicely. I aways wondered what happened to Manny.
December 28, 2016
An Awesome Ending To An Amazing Series!!
I don't believe in spoilers, so in short here's a brief summary of events: The Genesis is preparing to regain its grip on humanity after being gone four 500 years. A new Group has risen, their leader (a girl named Lexi) has plans for the world, at the center is Caesar’s death. Her group is willing to destroy everything instead of submitting to the Genesis. Humanity’s fate rests between these two.
I just couldn't put it down, David's writing, the easy way he seamlessly pulls you in, trapping you within the storyline and every page of his book, unable to stop until you've read the very last page, only then realizing you're unable to sleep as you ponder the ending (however it ends).
Once finished, you notice a strange feeling of loss. A loss of certain characters you've come to care for, who's pages have been read, the dislike of certain characters you still can't shake loose. Wishing there was more to the story, even though there's nothing left to say (read). Then finding yourself picking up that first book, so you can read it all again.
Because let's face it, you're just not ready to let it (the characters, the storyline, or even the world David created) go, not yet anyway. Once you've read this series (and I highly recommend you do), you'll see why I've become such a super fan of this series, let alone it's author.
With each new book he writes, David keeps getting better and better. In the short amount of time I've known of him (it's hard to believe it all started with a free book on Amazon's Kindle Store), it's been an amazing ride, with each new book a treat. Seeing how much he's come into his own as a writer, I can't wait to see what he writes next.
I don't believe in spoilers, so in short here's a brief summary of events: The Genesis is preparing to regain its grip on humanity after being gone four 500 years. A new Group has risen, their leader (a girl named Lexi) has plans for the world, at the center is Caesar’s death. Her group is willing to destroy everything instead of submitting to the Genesis. Humanity’s fate rests between these two.
I just couldn't put it down, David's writing, the easy way he seamlessly pulls you in, trapping you within the storyline and every page of his book, unable to stop until you've read the very last page, only then realizing you're unable to sleep as you ponder the ending (however it ends).
Once finished, you notice a strange feeling of loss. A loss of certain characters you've come to care for, who's pages have been read, the dislike of certain characters you still can't shake loose. Wishing there was more to the story, even though there's nothing left to say (read). Then finding yourself picking up that first book, so you can read it all again.
Because let's face it, you're just not ready to let it (the characters, the storyline, or even the world David created) go, not yet anyway. Once you've read this series (and I highly recommend you do), you'll see why I've become such a super fan of this series, let alone it's author.
With each new book he writes, David keeps getting better and better. In the short amount of time I've known of him (it's hard to believe it all started with a free book on Amazon's Kindle Store), it's been an amazing ride, with each new book a treat. Seeing how much he's come into his own as a writer, I can't wait to see what he writes next.
December 21, 2016
"This time it'll be different."
It all started with a modern day Colossus, and now it concludes with a battle of Greeko-Roman type gods, hurling electrons instead of thunderbolts.
A remarkable series which needs to be started from the beginning, with a kaleidoscope of characters and several scenarios, it repays reading twice.
This is David Beer's displaying his imagination writ large, with well crafted characters moving through centuries of time from the earlier Singularity books to these final three. Quite dazzling
It all started with a modern day Colossus, and now it concludes with a battle of Greeko-Roman type gods, hurling electrons instead of thunderbolts.
A remarkable series which needs to be started from the beginning, with a kaleidoscope of characters and several scenarios, it repays reading twice.
This is David Beer's displaying his imagination writ large, with well crafted characters moving through centuries of time from the earlier Singularity books to these final three. Quite dazzling
January 8, 2017
The forces of good meet the forces of evil for one final battle against each other and against The Genesis. Destruction results. Few survive. Is this really the end of the reign of artificial intelligences?
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