Previously published in 2011 as Godmachine: A Science Fiction Novel by Jack Thompson. Because of the accelerating tech explosion of AI and all that brings to the world, I thought it appropriate to update and release this expanded second edition of Godmachine. -Jack Thompson
With the rapid advancements of AI, we find ourselves racing toward an outcome difficult to predict. One thing is certain. Life on Earth will change.
Godmachine presents a chilling vision of an AI dystopian future. A story within a story, Godmachine begins with the first manned Mars Mission 31 discovering a mysterious alien artifact from a distant planet similar to Earth. Opening the artifact reveals the story of Plixon, an oppressive, dystopian world where the population is monitored and controlled by a supercomputer known as the Godmachine. The story follows Ra'dall Simms, an ordinary citizen of Plixon who begins to question the validity of the Godmachine. As his life spins out of control, Ra'dall is thrust into the center of a battle for freedom on his planet.
As Mars Mission 31 heads home, the crew discovers a government coverup. Not everyone back on Earth wants the events of Plixon revealed including someone on their ship.
A chilling vision of the future, Godmachine is a great read for any science fiction fan.
