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A Heaven For Toasters: A Sci-Fi Crime Romance set on the Greek Islands
Detective Mika Pensive has a new partner. He's hot. Smart. Funny. And an android. Set in the near future, A Heaven for Toasters is more than a sci-fi crime adventure with plenty of romance and wit. It's the book that will make you look at your toaster in a whole new way.
229 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 13, 2018
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Nicholas C. Rossis
21 books118 followersNicholas C. Rossis lives to write and does so from his cottage on the edge of a magical forest in Athens, Greece. When not composing epic fantasies or short sci-fi stories, he chats with fans and colleagues, writes blog posts, and enjoys the antics of two silly cats and his baby daughter, all of whom claim his lap as home. His books have won numerous awards, including the Gelett Burgess Children's Book Award.
In addition to his best-selling series, Pearseus, he writes short science fiction/speculative fiction stories, many of which have appeared in various collections and anthologies. These include Infinite Waters, which was voted one of the best 50 Indie books of 2015.
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In addition to his best-selling series, Pearseus, he writes short science fiction/speculative fiction stories, many of which have appeared in various collections and anthologies. These include Infinite Waters, which was voted one of the best 50 Indie books of 2015.
What readers are saying about Nick's fantasies:
"Most avid readers still have books from their childhood which they read over and over again. 'Runaway Smile' has joined the list."
"From the very first sentence I realized I was not reading a book, I was going on an adventure."
"Each story is like watching an old episode of the Twilight Zone."
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August 22, 2019
Ah, Greece.
Classical architecture, timeless culture, glistening seas, golden beaches, and...the latest in cutting-edge AI technology.
This opens Nicholas Rossis' suspenseful romance, A Heaven for Toasters.
Sadly, I have never been to Greece, but that made it even easier to immerse myself into this futuristic romance. Although I don't have a toaster of my own to fall in love with, the ones I dream over in the Victorian Trading Company catalog are a very alluring alternative.
As you probably already guessed, the toasters in Rossis' book aren't actual toasters; they are androids. Apparently, the human race doesn't get any more PC in the future, European charm notwithstanding, and they slap this disparaging term onto their own creations. Never mind that the main character, herself, relies on augmentations to her own body--like hololenses and an biologically implanted link to her police station's AI system.
This dynamic comes into play when the book's protagonist, Detective Mika Pensive, is assigned to work with a toaster. She grudgingly accepts working with her new by-the-rules partner on her latest case. It's a perplexing case that takes them through the artistic fringe society of Hydra and deeper into Clonesville--Clonesville being the village-like refuge for the clones created after scientists were no longer permitted to clone sentient humans. The duo's budding relationship is fostered by their determination to uncover the secret evil lurking underneath the paradisal atmosphere of these Greek islands.
I'll try not to give too much away about the book, but I especially loved the Detective Pensive's visits to the artist colony. The only fault I could find in the book is that, having never been to Greece, but equally in love with most of Europe/overseas culture, I wanted more "flavour of Greece" in the book. Having said that, setting it in Greece definitely made this speculative-fiction read all the more distinctive and engaging.
So, here's hoping that the author returns to Mika's and Leo's world sometime in the near future!
Classical architecture, timeless culture, glistening seas, golden beaches, and...the latest in cutting-edge AI technology.
This opens Nicholas Rossis' suspenseful romance, A Heaven for Toasters.
Sadly, I have never been to Greece, but that made it even easier to immerse myself into this futuristic romance. Although I don't have a toaster of my own to fall in love with, the ones I dream over in the Victorian Trading Company catalog are a very alluring alternative.
As you probably already guessed, the toasters in Rossis' book aren't actual toasters; they are androids. Apparently, the human race doesn't get any more PC in the future, European charm notwithstanding, and they slap this disparaging term onto their own creations. Never mind that the main character, herself, relies on augmentations to her own body--like hololenses and an biologically implanted link to her police station's AI system.
This dynamic comes into play when the book's protagonist, Detective Mika Pensive, is assigned to work with a toaster. She grudgingly accepts working with her new by-the-rules partner on her latest case. It's a perplexing case that takes them through the artistic fringe society of Hydra and deeper into Clonesville--Clonesville being the village-like refuge for the clones created after scientists were no longer permitted to clone sentient humans. The duo's budding relationship is fostered by their determination to uncover the secret evil lurking underneath the paradisal atmosphere of these Greek islands.
I'll try not to give too much away about the book, but I especially loved the Detective Pensive's visits to the artist colony. The only fault I could find in the book is that, having never been to Greece, but equally in love with most of Europe/overseas culture, I wanted more "flavour of Greece" in the book. Having said that, setting it in Greece definitely made this speculative-fiction read all the more distinctive and engaging.
So, here's hoping that the author returns to Mika's and Leo's world sometime in the near future!
September 3, 2018
Detective Mika Pensive’s looking forward to her date - a chance to get away for a break from work and the unsavoury prospect of the new partner the police force is landing her with: an android called Leo. A distractingly good-looking android.
Sure, the beautiful Greek island has its attractions, but things don’t go the way she’d hoped. Not only is her date a complete boor, his idea of a good time is a daring – and frankly, hideous – art show involving non-sentient clones.
Pretty soon, Mika finds herself both a suspect, and possibly a target, in what might, or might not be, a murder. And the only person – er, android – around to help her figure out what’s going on, is Leo. Just how intelligent – and self-motivated – can a glorified toaster be?
Billed as a “science fiction crime adventure with plenty of humor and romance”, this short read fully lives up to that promise. The futuristic setting is not so far from now, with much of the technology on the verge of emerging in the near future, so well within the everyday reader’s comfort zone.
The characters are true individuals, and the swift action is set against the beautiful backdrop of what was once an idyllic island, now a somewhat scarier and more foreign place. The baddies are bad, the clones hilarious, and the motivations far greater reaching than at first appearance, making for an altogether satisfying read.
There was just one point in the plot where I thought the main characters were a bit dim, but it was only a small blip in an otherwise fun story.
So, the big question: is Leo more than a glorified toaster? With Asimov’s Three Laws of Robotics as a starting point, but not the whole story, just how much wiggle room does Leo really have around his programming when it comes to aiding his human partner against other humans? You’ll have to read it to find out, and I highly recommend that you do. Me, I’m eagerly awaiting another book about this pair.
I received an ARC of this book. In no way does this affect my review or recommendation.
Sure, the beautiful Greek island has its attractions, but things don’t go the way she’d hoped. Not only is her date a complete boor, his idea of a good time is a daring – and frankly, hideous – art show involving non-sentient clones.
Pretty soon, Mika finds herself both a suspect, and possibly a target, in what might, or might not be, a murder. And the only person – er, android – around to help her figure out what’s going on, is Leo. Just how intelligent – and self-motivated – can a glorified toaster be?
Billed as a “science fiction crime adventure with plenty of humor and romance”, this short read fully lives up to that promise. The futuristic setting is not so far from now, with much of the technology on the verge of emerging in the near future, so well within the everyday reader’s comfort zone.
The characters are true individuals, and the swift action is set against the beautiful backdrop of what was once an idyllic island, now a somewhat scarier and more foreign place. The baddies are bad, the clones hilarious, and the motivations far greater reaching than at first appearance, making for an altogether satisfying read.
There was just one point in the plot where I thought the main characters were a bit dim, but it was only a small blip in an otherwise fun story.
So, the big question: is Leo more than a glorified toaster? With Asimov’s Three Laws of Robotics as a starting point, but not the whole story, just how much wiggle room does Leo really have around his programming when it comes to aiding his human partner against other humans? You’ll have to read it to find out, and I highly recommend that you do. Me, I’m eagerly awaiting another book about this pair.
I received an ARC of this book. In no way does this affect my review or recommendation.
November 3, 2018
I just finished this book today. It's really simple, short, and sweet.
First of all, let me say I thought the protagonist was so cool. Mika is an Asian female detective with a stubborn streak. I really loved her, and it was so refreshing to have a protagonist who happily uses Chinese cuss words.
The android love interest, Leo, is charmingly sweet and adorable. He's not simply a love interest; he's there discovering himself and Mika, and learning what love is.
The plot was pretty simple, but not too predictable. It involves clones, cloners, police, etc.
The setting was really cool. I know Mr. Rossis lives in Greece so he knows what it's like there. I loved the out-of-the-ordinary setting for this genre. It really felt like he was taking the reader on a vacation. Also, the sci-fi aspects are really interesting. He explains just enough to satisfy and I like that. It's set in 2111 I believe.
The writing and overall feel is simple, clean, and maybe a little bit ordinary. However, it leaves you with a clean, sweet feeling at the end. I assume this book is geared for adults, but as a teenager I liked it, more so than a lot of YA books out there nowadays.
The themes are thought-provoking but not too heavy/intense. Some themes are: ethics of science, what makes us human, love has no bounds, how the future shapes humanity, and the like. The biggest one is kind of plastered on the cover, and embedded in the title. (toaster means android or robot)
Overall, this was a simple, short, and sweet read. I read it in a few hours. I liked it and it was a nice break from Emerson, which I'm reading now.
First of all, let me say I thought the protagonist was so cool. Mika is an Asian female detective with a stubborn streak. I really loved her, and it was so refreshing to have a protagonist who happily uses Chinese cuss words.
The android love interest, Leo, is charmingly sweet and adorable. He's not simply a love interest; he's there discovering himself and Mika, and learning what love is.
The plot was pretty simple, but not too predictable. It involves clones, cloners, police, etc.
The setting was really cool. I know Mr. Rossis lives in Greece so he knows what it's like there. I loved the out-of-the-ordinary setting for this genre. It really felt like he was taking the reader on a vacation. Also, the sci-fi aspects are really interesting. He explains just enough to satisfy and I like that. It's set in 2111 I believe.
The writing and overall feel is simple, clean, and maybe a little bit ordinary. However, it leaves you with a clean, sweet feeling at the end. I assume this book is geared for adults, but as a teenager I liked it, more so than a lot of YA books out there nowadays.
The themes are thought-provoking but not too heavy/intense. Some themes are: ethics of science, what makes us human, love has no bounds, how the future shapes humanity, and the like. The biggest one is kind of plastered on the cover, and embedded in the title. (toaster means android or robot)
Overall, this was a simple, short, and sweet read. I read it in a few hours. I liked it and it was a nice break from Emerson, which I'm reading now.
August 25, 2018
Mika was such a fun character , hope they’re be more books with her. All she wanted to do was have a relaxing weekend but it wasn’t to be. Received a free copy and reviewed because the book was so delightful.
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March 29, 2019
I admit the quirky book title drew me in, but it’s the story that quickly made this a page-turner. Mika is a detective in the future and on a date in the Greek Islands. She runs into her new partner a handsome “AI” named Leo at an art exhibit. After a fight with her date, he leaves, and things go downhill quickly from there. I loved Leo “the Toaster” and his developing relationship with Mika. Not only is there action and a mystery to solve, but there are also questions brought up about what defines existence and life. I highly recommend this thought-provoking sci-fi romantic thriller.
September 1, 2019
I have read Nicholas' short stories before and I have enjoyed them thoroughly. Despite not being a fan of SF, I loved this original and fresh novel, with a fine mystery and crime flavour, paralelling the subtly built love story. I also enjoyed the perspective of a futuristic Greece based on some present day images extrapolation and the writer's talent, oozing in every phrase.
I highly recommend it, not only as a summer reading, for all readers, be they fans of SF, of light mystery and crime, of romance... All of them will find something to like in this novel.
I highly recommend it, not only as a summer reading, for all readers, be they fans of SF, of light mystery and crime, of romance... All of them will find something to like in this novel.
September 4, 2019
It's another day at the office for Detective Mika Pensive - until Mary, the precinct's artificial intelligence, or AI, tells her that there's an android, or "toaster," in the building. Not only that, but the toaster is being brought in as Mika's new partner. To say she's unenthused is putting it mildly. Mary as the eyes and ears and brains of the department is fine, but Mika believes cops and androids don't need to partner up. She'd rather go on a date with boorish Richard than get to know the android Leo.
So Mika and Richard zoom off to the Greek island of Hydra for a sun-drenched weekend of classical architecture, sparkling seas, pristine beaches - and a visit to a little town called Clonesville, where all the residents are clones of one Doctor Morgan. Richard wants to see an exhibition there by the artist Xhristina, a favorite of his who uses clones of herself in her works. And imagine Mika's surprise when Leo shows up on Hydra, too. He starts nosing around Xhristina's exhibition, asking questions about conscious clones, which are illegal, and gets suspicious when her answers are evasive. Mika calms Leo down and keeps him from arresting Xhristina on the spot, but the damage is done. An angry Richard zooms off in a huff, exclaiming that their date has been ruined.
That leaves Mika and Leo to explore the island. Mika has no intention of ever considering Leo her real partner, but figures she may as well get to know him, as she'll still see him at the precinct. One of the clones in Clonesville offers his services as a guide, and they're off. A murder and a mystery ensue, and Mika and Leo are up to their eyeballs in it.
I love Mika. She's a no-nonsense protagonist who swears in Chinese - giving it shades of Firefly (my favorite TV show ever). She is determined not to like Leo, but Leo is just so much more...human than she expected. The book is a quick read, so the relationship develops quickly enough that I had to suspend my disbelief a little, but Mika and Leo are just so darn cute together! And it was fascinating seeing Mr. Rossis' take on just how human Leo could be. He felt emotions, he responded to what he felt - not at all what the word "android" usually conjures.
Although the story was set several decades in the future, the focus wasn't on technology, other than Leo. The mystery to be solved and the relationship that could develop between human and toaster was what the story was all about. The pace was fast, the story was engaging, and the cast of characters was varied and interesting (and now I want an AI like Mary - she was my favorite). I normally read sci-fi without a side of romance, but A Heaven for Toasters is one book I'm glad I picked up.
So Mika and Richard zoom off to the Greek island of Hydra for a sun-drenched weekend of classical architecture, sparkling seas, pristine beaches - and a visit to a little town called Clonesville, where all the residents are clones of one Doctor Morgan. Richard wants to see an exhibition there by the artist Xhristina, a favorite of his who uses clones of herself in her works. And imagine Mika's surprise when Leo shows up on Hydra, too. He starts nosing around Xhristina's exhibition, asking questions about conscious clones, which are illegal, and gets suspicious when her answers are evasive. Mika calms Leo down and keeps him from arresting Xhristina on the spot, but the damage is done. An angry Richard zooms off in a huff, exclaiming that their date has been ruined.
That leaves Mika and Leo to explore the island. Mika has no intention of ever considering Leo her real partner, but figures she may as well get to know him, as she'll still see him at the precinct. One of the clones in Clonesville offers his services as a guide, and they're off. A murder and a mystery ensue, and Mika and Leo are up to their eyeballs in it.
I love Mika. She's a no-nonsense protagonist who swears in Chinese - giving it shades of Firefly (my favorite TV show ever). She is determined not to like Leo, but Leo is just so much more...human than she expected. The book is a quick read, so the relationship develops quickly enough that I had to suspend my disbelief a little, but Mika and Leo are just so darn cute together! And it was fascinating seeing Mr. Rossis' take on just how human Leo could be. He felt emotions, he responded to what he felt - not at all what the word "android" usually conjures.
Although the story was set several decades in the future, the focus wasn't on technology, other than Leo. The mystery to be solved and the relationship that could develop between human and toaster was what the story was all about. The pace was fast, the story was engaging, and the cast of characters was varied and interesting (and now I want an AI like Mary - she was my favorite). I normally read sci-fi without a side of romance, but A Heaven for Toasters is one book I'm glad I picked up.
February 19, 2025
It’s been a long time since I’ve read any sci-fi, and it was fun to jump into this story. Toasters are a slang term for androids, but the latest generation is a human-machine hybrid and hard to distinguish from anyone fully human. Leo is the newest prototype—handsome, intelligent, and capable of learning—and he’s partnered with Mikaela, a detective investigating a plane crash in the Greek Islands. She’s not happy about the match, but as the investigation unearths a more diabolical plot to genetically engineer a host of clones, she can’t help but notice her hesitancy about Leo is transforming into something more.
The story is action-based and fast-paced with a “space opera” feel, despite taking place on Earth. There are plenty of futuristic elements: informational “lenses” wired into the brain, flying vehicles called “zoomers,” and climate-controlled clothing that makes someone invisible, not to mention the genetically engineered poisonous plants and a wide variety of clones in Clonesville. Add to that, a billionaire mad scientist with plans to take over the world.
Mika is the POV character, emotionally 3-dimensional, and the most relatable. Leo is very likable, and his ethics are highly appealing, though he’s not emotionally complicated. Though mostly a “fun” read, the story did raise some interesting questions for me regarding the future of genetic engineering, clones, and robotics. It was very easy to see human beings pushing the limits, redefining relationships, and making dangerous choices – as we’re prone to do. A sci-fi story I can easily recommend to fans of action-based fiction and readers looking to escape from reality for a fast-paced, futuristic story.
The story is action-based and fast-paced with a “space opera” feel, despite taking place on Earth. There are plenty of futuristic elements: informational “lenses” wired into the brain, flying vehicles called “zoomers,” and climate-controlled clothing that makes someone invisible, not to mention the genetically engineered poisonous plants and a wide variety of clones in Clonesville. Add to that, a billionaire mad scientist with plans to take over the world.
Mika is the POV character, emotionally 3-dimensional, and the most relatable. Leo is very likable, and his ethics are highly appealing, though he’s not emotionally complicated. Though mostly a “fun” read, the story did raise some interesting questions for me regarding the future of genetic engineering, clones, and robotics. It was very easy to see human beings pushing the limits, redefining relationships, and making dangerous choices – as we’re prone to do. A sci-fi story I can easily recommend to fans of action-based fiction and readers looking to escape from reality for a fast-paced, futuristic story.
October 15, 2024
What a fun, suspenseful, romantic, and thoughtful sci-fi adventure into the imagined future (2117) of Nicholas Rossis. Where special lenses access the internet with a single touch, clothing can change fabric and color choices with a control, and you can zoom in a traveling glass bubble vehicle from the US to the Greek Isles within hours! The details of this new world are fascinating and vividly described, putting me right in every scene.
Detective Mika Pensive is not happy that her new partner is a hot, new experimental male android, Leo. She temporarily puts her complaints on hold to take a surprise trip to Hydra in the Greek Isles with her iffy boyfriend Richard who wants to attend a groundbreaking art exhibit. Mika’s partner Leo happens to show up at the same exhibit where they both suspect the artist is using illegally engineered clones. An untimely murder sets the new partners on a harrowing investigation, where they uncover way more than they ever expected.
This fast-paced story has plenty of action, but also sparks many thought-provoking questions about the role of advanced technology and AI--- preconceived notions, boundaries, progress, and the moral implications these advances and excesses can bring. I highly recommend it to lovers of sci-fi mystery with a little romance.
Detective Mika Pensive is not happy that her new partner is a hot, new experimental male android, Leo. She temporarily puts her complaints on hold to take a surprise trip to Hydra in the Greek Isles with her iffy boyfriend Richard who wants to attend a groundbreaking art exhibit. Mika’s partner Leo happens to show up at the same exhibit where they both suspect the artist is using illegally engineered clones. An untimely murder sets the new partners on a harrowing investigation, where they uncover way more than they ever expected.
This fast-paced story has plenty of action, but also sparks many thought-provoking questions about the role of advanced technology and AI--- preconceived notions, boundaries, progress, and the moral implications these advances and excesses can bring. I highly recommend it to lovers of sci-fi mystery with a little romance.
October 18, 2018
An interesting sci-fi
There’s a woman and a man who has black ears and... wait he’s not a man and things get a bit crazy. Mika Pensive is tough but how tough? She’s a cop out of her jurisdiction and her league but she has help with her new partner Leo. There’s a super baddy, hololens, clones, zoomers and all sorts. It’s fast paced and often furious... well Mika anyway.
Rossi has created a future world where the future bits meld neatly with the human condition - we’re still flesh and blood, we still hurt, need to eat and sleep and... well, you know. It’s a world that works both on its terms and how one might imagine us progressing.
If I have a criticism it’s that there are some plot jumps, some bits that jar like gears changing badly. But the story moves on so one can be forgiving. All in all a very easy and enjoyable read.
There’s a woman and a man who has black ears and... wait he’s not a man and things get a bit crazy. Mika Pensive is tough but how tough? She’s a cop out of her jurisdiction and her league but she has help with her new partner Leo. There’s a super baddy, hololens, clones, zoomers and all sorts. It’s fast paced and often furious... well Mika anyway.
Rossi has created a future world where the future bits meld neatly with the human condition - we’re still flesh and blood, we still hurt, need to eat and sleep and... well, you know. It’s a world that works both on its terms and how one might imagine us progressing.
If I have a criticism it’s that there are some plot jumps, some bits that jar like gears changing badly. But the story moves on so one can be forgiving. All in all a very easy and enjoyable read.
October 9, 2019
Sci-fi is not my usual go-to read, but the description of this book caught the eye of this mystery lover. The well-written story is told in a conversational tone by Mika, a cop whose partner is a “toaster” – an AI-enhanced robot with a human appearance. Mika and her partner are soon caught up in a murder investigation in a futuristic world, complete with robots, clones, and various forms of AI. The main characters, Mika and Leo are both well developed (so what if Leo is an Android) and the plot takes twists on route to its ultimate resolution. With a touch of humor and a hint of romance, this was an entertaining read.
March 7, 2024
The Greek Isles have been at the top of my Bucket List for a long while. Though life hasn’t cooperated in making this visit a reality, reading A Heaven for Toasters re-stirred my interest. This is a story of a futuristic romance. There are good guys and bad guys, humans and androids, and even robotic dogs. Readers follow the protagonist, Detective Mika Pensive, as she partners with an android to solve a crime in the town of Clonesville – a refuge for clones. I liked the pace and suspense of the story. I also enjoyed the setting and was intrigued by the imagination of the writer. It’s earned my recommendation.
August 14, 2018
A very entertaining story that grabbed my attention from the first chapter and kept me reading to see what would happen next. I loved Mika ans thought she was very funny. Even though this is set in the future, it is not bogged down with a lot of techno stuff but focuses on the funny characters and story line. I thought the twist at the end was a blast and so fit the story. I ended up laughing through most of it and thought it made a great start to a series. I liked that it was a light hearted read too.
January 30, 2019
This is a sci-fi, police mystery set maybe 100yrs in our future with a human detective and her android partner. The setting is a small Greek island that houses a clone community and the estate of their creator as well as the usual (not quite) ubiquitous artistic enclave. When an unusual accident turns out to be in fact murder the pair are drawn in to a complex conspiracy.
“A Heaven For Toasters” is as clever a title and a story as “Do Androids Dream Of Electric Sheep” and asks the same questions regarding, “What makes us human?” and “What is the nature of a soul?”.
“A Heaven For Toasters” is as clever a title and a story as “Do Androids Dream Of Electric Sheep” and asks the same questions regarding, “What makes us human?” and “What is the nature of a soul?”.
August 19, 2019
This is a bit of an odd read if I'm honest, there's sci-fi and there's just plain weird. But it's a fun and very creative world I'll give the author that. Not necessarily my cup of tea but it will be to others. For what it's worth it's written really well with a few tiny plotholes that are hardly noticeable.
June 13, 2021
Beautiful toaster!
I got this book based on the title. I loved it. The first toaster to go beyond his programming, to fall in love. Love the world they live in and the evolution of clones, emerse yourself and enjoy it!
I got this book based on the title. I loved it. The first toaster to go beyond his programming, to fall in love. Love the world they live in and the evolution of clones, emerse yourself and enjoy it!
October 9, 2018
This had so much promise!! But it quickly went sideways and I couldn't connect with the characters nor really get interested in the plot line.
May 13, 2019
Very interesting and entertaining. Would like to read more in this world
June 9, 2019
Interesting take on clones
Interesting take on clones and how they might fit in the human way of life. Also shows some gadgets of a possible future.
Interesting take on clones and how they might fit in the human way of life. Also shows some gadgets of a possible future.
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September 18, 2019Wish I had a toaster like that...
I would recommend this book to readers that love their stories to have a great blend of supernatural with a huge dash of sci-fi fantasy.
I would recommend this book to readers that love their stories to have a great blend of supernatural with a huge dash of sci-fi fantasy.
January 26, 2020
Can androids fall in love? What next? An interesting concept, well developed over a sci-fi crime adventure.
December 18, 2020
After some initial bewilderment, I settled into this story with a grin and a hot Kindle. So hot I only stopped because it needed recharging.
Nicholas Rossis takes us from a futuristic US crime scene to a sort of conserved Greek island, only it isn’t really. A large part of the island is made over to the guy who owns it, who made his millions through cloning. Yes, cloning is big business in the future, so much that the powers that be banned it, or set such rigorous rules about it that it might as well be banned. And the technical status of thinking androids or clones is … questioned.
This aspect of the world building is mind-blowingly complex and exceedingly well done. You know I like it when my science fiction has very broad science applications, not just physics and engineering but sociology, philosophy and genetics too. The physical aspects of the world are also done well. Not surprisingly, since he lives on a Greek island, the author does Greek islands beautifully!
The story and plot has enough twists and turns to keep me entertained and turning pages. The characters come across very well, especially the ones who are clones – who knew clones would have such different personalities?
And as for toasters – well, you’ll have to read about how hot they are, and then you’ll understand how much I’d like one! Even if you’re not a scifi fan, or a romance fan, or even a crime fan, you’ll like this – I promise!
Nicholas Rossis takes us from a futuristic US crime scene to a sort of conserved Greek island, only it isn’t really. A large part of the island is made over to the guy who owns it, who made his millions through cloning. Yes, cloning is big business in the future, so much that the powers that be banned it, or set such rigorous rules about it that it might as well be banned. And the technical status of thinking androids or clones is … questioned.
This aspect of the world building is mind-blowingly complex and exceedingly well done. You know I like it when my science fiction has very broad science applications, not just physics and engineering but sociology, philosophy and genetics too. The physical aspects of the world are also done well. Not surprisingly, since he lives on a Greek island, the author does Greek islands beautifully!
The story and plot has enough twists and turns to keep me entertained and turning pages. The characters come across very well, especially the ones who are clones – who knew clones would have such different personalities?
And as for toasters – well, you’ll have to read about how hot they are, and then you’ll understand how much I’d like one! Even if you’re not a scifi fan, or a romance fan, or even a crime fan, you’ll like this – I promise!
January 27, 2025
This sci-fi book may very well be a glimpse into our future where we all wear halolenses and travel through the air at high speeds in Zoomers.
I enjoyed this story as a human detective, Mika and an android, Leo, her partner, fall in love. Impossible? I beg to differ The author made me believe in the possibility.
The world building in this story is amazing. Described in such detail, I could see each scene as it unfolded.
Bring an evil doctor into the mix who specializes in cloning, along with an artist who also clones her art pieces and you have a true bit of sci-fi that will leave you astounded.
And there is a murder mystery to solve. There is also a large dose of corruption and greed that makes the story all that more relatable.
This is a short read, but a highly entertaining one. If you love taking a trip into the future with all sorts of amazing advanced technology, you'll enjoy this story. Add in the very human touch and you have a great story! Well done, Mr. Rossis!
I enjoyed this story as a human detective, Mika and an android, Leo, her partner, fall in love. Impossible? I beg to differ The author made me believe in the possibility.
The world building in this story is amazing. Described in such detail, I could see each scene as it unfolded.
Bring an evil doctor into the mix who specializes in cloning, along with an artist who also clones her art pieces and you have a true bit of sci-fi that will leave you astounded.
And there is a murder mystery to solve. There is also a large dose of corruption and greed that makes the story all that more relatable.
This is a short read, but a highly entertaining one. If you love taking a trip into the future with all sorts of amazing advanced technology, you'll enjoy this story. Add in the very human touch and you have a great story! Well done, Mr. Rossis!
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