H. D. Hunter
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The memory of my intrigue kept me going when my interest dipped during several chapters. A story can start to lose me the longer it takes for me to get a strong sense of "what" and "why it matters." About a third of this novel went by before any of the theme park's main attractions and their purpose became clear enough to keep my interest steady.
Then I gradually became more engaged as the story became creepier, like a bad dream. (And I mean that in a good way.) Also, I really liked the illustrations spread throughout the book when, here and there, the action turned all graphic novelly!
However, perhaps partly due to the fact that I did indeed used to have creepy childhood dreams resembling Cam's challenge here, I found it unbelievable that it took so long for him to realize what a certain major problem was. Especially given the fact that he's been around artificially intelligent creations his whole life.
And regarding the AI elements, I couldn't share Cam's emotions for a lifelike computer/robot (a creation called a "rev") friend of his. Nor did a late but key aspect of the story concerning "humanness" and AI creations vibe with me. So, while I was all in during the climax, I didn't connect with the ending.
Still, I appreciate it when stories depict young people in more than passive roles—when they're thinkers who stand up and take positive action as they're able.… (mehr)