The Metamorphosis of Prime Intellect

First of all, this is one of the most graphic books I’ve read, both of a violent and sexual nature, but the sheer intensity that the author employs isn’t without reason. It’s exactly what I think would be the natural occurrence if the book’s story was to unfold. It wasn’t all pleasant, and much of it was over the top, but it was believable according to the narrative. With that aside, this book is something that I could completely believe. Written in 1994, it stands true to the possibilities that we have ahead of us. And it may seem crazy, but it might even be unfolding this very moment. Even if you are in total disbelief of the novel’s extremity, I felt that it was pertinent commentary on the state of technology in relation to man. Are we in charge of technology? Did we ever have a choice as to technology’s outcome? Can technology be regulated to maximize its goodness, or will there always be both good and bad outcomes? While a small and quick read, it was filled to the brim.