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AWE

A Technothriller

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AWE

By: Pierre R. Schwob
Narrated by: Jordan Kilgore
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AWE (the Artificial Wisdom Engine) is developed by our heroes to avert a catastrophic tipping point predicted by a climate model. AWE must also combat pernicious disinformation, particularly the fake news generated by an industrialist—a psychopathic and murderous antagonist linked to Putin, who is determined to protect his and his clients' interests. The team is led by renaissance man Pic de Lucrète and Lily Lee, an off-scale smart young mathematician whose Chinese family still suffers from the effects of the Tiananmen Massacre. The action moves from Palo Alto and Stanford, to Moscow, Tokyo, and Beijing. Eventually, Xi Jinping lends China's might to the effort, establishing the notion that international cooperation is vital, alongside scientific rigor, to solve global issues.

©2024 Pierre R. Schwob (P)2025 Pierre R. Schwob Technothrillers Thriller & Suspense China Russia
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We're heading into a world where so much feels uncertain - especially with Al and its potential implications. Fake news and misinformation spread so easily that it can be hard to know what's real. That's what made AWE feel both thought-provoking and timely.

Pierre R. Schwod does an incredible job exploring how Al might one day help us cut through the noise and uncover the truth. The story felt grounded and believable, as though it could unfold in today's world. I especially loved the character of Lily-a true underdog who stuck with me long after I finished. The vivid descriptions throughout the book painted scenes clearly in my mind.

If you're curious about the future of Al, the dangers of misinformation, and the possibilities of technology being used for good, this is a must-read. Highly recommended!

A timely story of AI, truth and human resilience.

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