Tag: #AI

In the Lives of Puppets – TJ Klune

Posted on by Steph Warren - Bookshine in Artificial Intelligence, Family / relationships, Fantasy, Future tech / culture, LGBTQ+, Sci Fi

*I received a free copy of this book, with thanks to the author, Pan Macmillan, Tor and NetGalley. The decision to review and my opinions are my own.* Blurb: From New York Times bestselling author TJ Klune, In the Lives of Puppets is a queer retelling of the Pinocchio tale, inviting you deep into the heart of a peculiar forest and … Continue reading In the Lives of Puppets – TJ Klune →

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Catch-Up Quickies 29

Posted on by Steph Warren - Bookshine in Action / Thriller, Apocalyptic / Dystopian, Artificial Intelligence, Blogger Books, Catch-Up Quickies, Crime / Suspense, Death / Bereavement, Fantasy, Future tech / culture, Gothic, Growing Up, Historical fiction, Middle-grade, Mystery, Sci Fi, Space

First a quick explanation! Due to some severe health issues over the last few years, and a lingering chronic condition, my planned review schedule went right out of the window and I have been scrabbling ever since to get it back on track. In my latest attempt to try to regain some lost ground, I … Continue reading Catch-Up Quickies 29 →

End Man – Alex Austin

Posted on by Steph Warren - Bookshine in Action / Thriller, Apocalyptic / Dystopian, Artificial Intelligence, Crime / Suspense, Death / Bereavement, Mental Health, Sci Fi

*I received a free ARC of this book with thanks to the author.  The decision to review and my opinions are my own.* Blurb: Once your life is diluted to ones and zeroes on the End Man’s desk, it’s over. Or is it? Afflicted with dromophobia, the fear of crossing streets, 26-year-old Raphael Lennon must … Continue reading End Man – Alex Austin →

The Mutual Friend – Carter Bays

Posted on by Steph Warren - Bookshine in Artificial Intelligence, Contemporary Fiction, Family / relationships, Friendship, Love, Romantic Comedy, Social media

*I received a free ARC of this book with thanks to the author and Hodder & Stoughton. The decision to review and my opinions are my own.* Blurb: From the co-creator of How I Met Your Mother, a hilarious and thought-provoking debut novel set in New York City, following a sprawling cast of characters as they navigate life, … Continue reading The Mutual Friend – Carter Bays →

Athena’s Choice – Adam Boostrom

Posted on by Steph Warren - Bookshine in Apocalyptic / Dystopian, Art, Artificial Intelligence, Future tech / culture, Mystery, Sci Fi

  *I received a free copy of this book, with thanks to the author and BookSirens.  The decision to review and my opinions are my own.*   Blurb:  What if a stray virus accidentally killed all the men on earth? Athena Vosh lives just like any other teenager from the year 2099. She watches reality shows … Continue reading Athena’s Choice – Adam Boostrom →

The Kingdom – Jess Rothenberg

Posted on by Steph Warren - Bookshine in Action / Thriller, Artificial Intelligence, Crime / Suspense, Sci Fi, Teen, Young Adult

  *I received a free ARC of this book, with thanks to the author, NetGalley and Macmillan Children's Books. The decision to review and my opinions are my own.*   Blurb:  Welcome to the Kingdom, a dazzling fantasy theme park where 'happily ever after' is not just a promise, but a rule . . . It's a … Continue reading The Kingdom – Jess Rothenberg →

I Still Dream – James Smythe

Posted on by Steph Warren - Bookshine in Artificial Intelligence, Sci Fi

*I received a free copy of this book via NetGalley.  The decision to review and my opinions are my own.*   Blurb:  17-year-old Laura Bow has invented a rudimentary artificial intelligence, and named it Organon. At first it’s intended to be a sounding-board for her teenage frustrations, a surrogate best friend; but as she grows … Continue reading I Still Dream – James Smythe →