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ANSWERS IN SIMULATION is a story of a young man facing the challenges of the modern world. While the book offers a compelling and unpredictable plot, it also addresses the eternal questions of love, meaning of life, human sin, and the existence of God.
Even though the book can be classified as spiritual reading, it gives specific and easy to understand answers to many philosophical questions using plain and concise language. A sophisticated reader will find some treats spread throughout the book, masked by the apparent simplicity.
Follow Robbie in his exploration of the human world and solve a few mysteries along the way, while enjoying some subtle satire hiding behind every corner.
Even though the book can be classified as spiritual reading, it gives specific and easy to understand answers to many philosophical questions using plain and concise language. A sophisticated reader will find some treats spread throughout the book, masked by the apparent simplicity.
Follow Robbie in his exploration of the human world and solve a few mysteries along the way, while enjoying some subtle satire hiding behind every corner.
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211 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 14, 2019
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October 16, 2019
LIfe is a Test
Answers in Simulation: Simulation hypothesis as a story by Lurii Vovchenko is an engaging virtual reality/artificial intelligence writing that blend together philosophical beliefs, the faith of spirituality and religion and reality.
The main character, Robbie, is the stereo typical, tech savvy young man residing in the city of Seattle, Washington. His life appears to be aimless, but to his credit, he seems to be a deep thinker with an increased awareness and sensitivity to what goes on around him.
In fact, on a date and interacting with a young lady, he realizes that his whole life can be summed up in a 15 minute conversation.
The novel moves slowly and methodically, at first, in developing this character. Although, the novel's narrative appears to be bogged down at times, it is necessary as it adds to the character's development and basis of what is to transpire in his life and is extremely important to drive home to the reader's imagination the struggle being experienced by the main character.
Eventually the narrative's development comes to a point in which, through a series of tragedies, he moves beyond the normal acceptance of what life is into the world of simulation or the "real world."
The novel is very stimulating and will probably resonate with the reader because of questions asked about their own life and the purpose of it all when tragedy strikes. This science fiction novel moves the reader into addressing those questions by moving the narrative into the world of simulation.
Answers in Simulation: Simulation hypothesis as a story by Lurii Vovchenko is an extremely interesting and intriguing fictional read about life and its purpose with the science fiction alternative world perspective.
Answers in Simulation: Simulation hypothesis as a story by Lurii Vovchenko is an engaging virtual reality/artificial intelligence writing that blend together philosophical beliefs, the faith of spirituality and religion and reality.
The main character, Robbie, is the stereo typical, tech savvy young man residing in the city of Seattle, Washington. His life appears to be aimless, but to his credit, he seems to be a deep thinker with an increased awareness and sensitivity to what goes on around him.
In fact, on a date and interacting with a young lady, he realizes that his whole life can be summed up in a 15 minute conversation.
The novel moves slowly and methodically, at first, in developing this character. Although, the novel's narrative appears to be bogged down at times, it is necessary as it adds to the character's development and basis of what is to transpire in his life and is extremely important to drive home to the reader's imagination the struggle being experienced by the main character.
Eventually the narrative's development comes to a point in which, through a series of tragedies, he moves beyond the normal acceptance of what life is into the world of simulation or the "real world."
The novel is very stimulating and will probably resonate with the reader because of questions asked about their own life and the purpose of it all when tragedy strikes. This science fiction novel moves the reader into addressing those questions by moving the narrative into the world of simulation.
Answers in Simulation: Simulation hypothesis as a story by Lurii Vovchenko is an extremely interesting and intriguing fictional read about life and its purpose with the science fiction alternative world perspective.
October 14, 2019
This story follows Robbie, computer programmer/nerd as he "grows up" and faces a number of life's challenges, and during the course of these he asks philosophical questions. The most unusual part of his life is when he sets out to introduce video arcade games to smaller cities in India. The questions of philosophy end up with his deciding that the world is really a simulation, based on logic applied to issues in physics, and I am afraid that while for a novel this might be fair enough, do NOT consider the logic to be correct. The next stage is a bit puzzling; he "ascends" to join those running the simulation; this is a bit like a cartoon character jumping out of the cartoon and running around the floor. Then there are further events, including a "war", in which the whole simulation was in danger of closing down. It is certainly different from other books, how good depends on taste.
I found the writing style patchy at first, but it gets better. The plot structure is a sequence of events and in one sense, like life, they are not really connected other than they happen sequentially so overall there is no tension. Much of the characterization is told rather than shown through action, and the main purpose of the book seems to be present certain philosophical views about the meaning of life, presumably as held by the author. I was disappointed in some ways by the way various characters that did not fit in with the desired end-point were simply disposed of. I feel that in a story their exit should be because of events that led to that. The grading arises mainly because I found a lack of coherence in the plot developing for some reason.
I found the writing style patchy at first, but it gets better. The plot structure is a sequence of events and in one sense, like life, they are not really connected other than they happen sequentially so overall there is no tension. Much of the characterization is told rather than shown through action, and the main purpose of the book seems to be present certain philosophical views about the meaning of life, presumably as held by the author. I was disappointed in some ways by the way various characters that did not fit in with the desired end-point were simply disposed of. I feel that in a story their exit should be because of events that led to that. The grading arises mainly because I found a lack of coherence in the plot developing for some reason.
May 17, 2020
Lacking
Never in my life have I encountered a book in flawed English. I have seen books with weak contents, but yet, at least written in grammatically proper language.
Enter this book. I am wondering whether the author is unaware of his pidgin English style and therefore deemed it perfect and in no need of editing? Or maybe, he just doesn’t care.... be that as it may, suffice it to say that I labored through it in hopes of at least being rewarded with some interesting insight about the purpose of life and the nature of Nature, aka the Universe. I could not dig out any gems from the mud, alas!
His characters are under developed and one-dimensional. The story line follows a simplistic and obvious development. At the exit point, I am standing here, with a feeling of disappointment and disillusion. A waste of my time.... it’s time to let this go and move on.
Never in my life have I encountered a book in flawed English. I have seen books with weak contents, but yet, at least written in grammatically proper language.
Enter this book. I am wondering whether the author is unaware of his pidgin English style and therefore deemed it perfect and in no need of editing? Or maybe, he just doesn’t care.... be that as it may, suffice it to say that I labored through it in hopes of at least being rewarded with some interesting insight about the purpose of life and the nature of Nature, aka the Universe. I could not dig out any gems from the mud, alas!
His characters are under developed and one-dimensional. The story line follows a simplistic and obvious development. At the exit point, I am standing here, with a feeling of disappointment and disillusion. A waste of my time.... it’s time to let this go and move on.
April 15, 2020
This was a unique read, and probably something I typically wouldn’t find myself checking out. Nonetheless, I found it to be an interesting story with both the plot as well as the ideas that were discussed. It’s divided into a few parts with the beginning focusing on the world as we know it, and a journey through the life of the main character in the story. The author did a solid job at developing the character and making him someone people can relate to which made the second half of the story easier to understand.
I think someone’s opinion of this book will come down to how much engagement they have with the second half of the book. It has a bit of a science-fiction feel as the author emphasizes his idea of the world being a simulation. The plot was certainly different— probably because I’ve never been into science-fiction books as much as others might be. It wasn’t a plot that worked perfectly for me, however I believe many will find this book to be very engaging if they have an interest in the sci-fi genre. Overall, I still found appreciation in this book.
The author discusses the idea of the “simulation theory”, which is something that’s definitely subjective to someone’s own perspective. However, it’s important to highlight how this is also a book that seeks to answer questions about human nature and life’s purpose. It was obvious the author of this book is a deep thinker and has strong philosophical views about the meaning of life. I think the questions he brought up are relevant and likely very relatable in some way to people who decide to read this. I give it a good rating for this reason as it is thought-provoking, as well as giving the author credit for his creative style in delivering the message.
I think someone’s opinion of this book will come down to how much engagement they have with the second half of the book. It has a bit of a science-fiction feel as the author emphasizes his idea of the world being a simulation. The plot was certainly different— probably because I’ve never been into science-fiction books as much as others might be. It wasn’t a plot that worked perfectly for me, however I believe many will find this book to be very engaging if they have an interest in the sci-fi genre. Overall, I still found appreciation in this book.
The author discusses the idea of the “simulation theory”, which is something that’s definitely subjective to someone’s own perspective. However, it’s important to highlight how this is also a book that seeks to answer questions about human nature and life’s purpose. It was obvious the author of this book is a deep thinker and has strong philosophical views about the meaning of life. I think the questions he brought up are relevant and likely very relatable in some way to people who decide to read this. I give it a good rating for this reason as it is thought-provoking, as well as giving the author credit for his creative style in delivering the message.
March 30, 2021
This was a unique read. They’re two distinct parts of the book, one tracking a single human life throughout his time on earth then.....other things. Robbie getting ripped out of the simulation took me by surprise and the following construction of the post-universe world the rest of the book takes place in is a creative achievement. Can’t help but feeling like the thoughts explored could have gone a bit further than they did in the final chapters. It gave the illusion in places that it was a critical take on religion and a greater power, but never committed to any deeper elaborations one way or the other. Felt like there should have been another third of the book. Definitely an interesting read, but far rougher around the edges than something like Sidhartha.
March 30, 2021
Excellent story. I will look for more.
Excellent story. Though the latter part, situated in the "real world," was the culmination of the story, the first part, hooked me. Thus, the simulated world of the story was more compelling than the real.
Excellent story. Though the latter part, situated in the "real world," was the culmination of the story, the first part, hooked me. Thus, the simulated world of the story was more compelling than the real.
April 6, 2020
Could not finish. Writing style was not for me.
October 31, 2025
Awesome.
Second time reading this book, and I love the themes and ideas. It is very well put together by a man who has a very philosophical mind.
Second time reading this book, and I love the themes and ideas. It is very well put together by a man who has a very philosophical mind.
May 30, 2020
I love the idea of the search for the meaning of life in a different context, but the main character in searching forgot the life he created. I don’t understand on how the main character could go to an after life whether it be a simulation or a halfway house to heaven and not look for his wife and son. Only until he saves the world and realizes the meaning of life does he search for his son to free him from his pain. I don’t know........
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April 11, 2020
Creative alternative reality
The novel is about the limits to the human condition and finding a way to transcend by escaping to a computer simulation.
The novel is about the limits to the human condition and finding a way to transcend by escaping to a computer simulation.
July 14, 2020
The book had some interesting ideas, and I enjoyed the story. The author's writing style is a little underdeveloped, though. Furthermore, there are a significant number of syntax and grammatical errors throughout the book.
December 22, 2023
There is potential here. There is a story about life and loss to be told and a message the author wants to project. Do I fully agree? No but that’s ok! There are a lot of improvements to make in writing technique, delivery, event set up that makes this short book a bit tough to get through.
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