Review of Terms of Service

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[Following is a volunteer review of "Terms of Service" by Craig W. Stanfill.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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Craig W. Stanfill's science fiction book Terms of Service: Subject to Change Without Notice is set in a dystopian future in which cooperations dominate artificial intelligence (AI) that monitors every element of existence. They determine a person's upbringing, what they should like, and whom they should have sex with. Kim, who works for the Artificial Intelligence Company responsible for training AIs, is the protagonist of the novel. As part of her duties at the AI Company, she is a model resident who scrupulously follows the law and occasionally assists the AIs in identifying offenders. Will she stay a model citizen or will she wander when her best buddy "Shan" returns to the city? Will her perspective of the world she lives in alter or stay the same? Pick up a copy of the book to discover more.
 
Reading about how technology is incorporated into even the most routine activities, like making breakfast and dressing up, was fascinating. The story gets much more thrilling when it's included in the dating game. But while the book shows how AI can make our lives easier, it also raises concerns about the drawbacks of being constantly watched. Despite how unjust the regulations appear to be, Kim follows instructions and doesn't break them. Her life isn't terrible, but she also isn't content. Then, however, a seemingly unimportant incident happened, upending everything in her life. The system's merciless corruption is finally revealed to her, and she learns how artificial intelligence (AI) is exploited.
 
The fact that this book provokes contemplation is its best feature. After I finished it, I had a lot of queries and a different viewpoint on technology. With the advancement of AI and current technological developments, the author makes one consider the future of humanity. He issued numerous cautions throughout the book regarding the risks that AI may pose if it is misused. 
 
The use of vivid descriptions helped the author create a fantastic environment. The fact that the book ended with a teaser was something I did not enjoy. The good news is that the author suggests that the story will continue in a subsequent book. For ease of comprehension, it would have been ideal if a glossary had been given in the book because the author occasionally used foreign vocabulary.
 
It's a pleasure to read this book. For this reason, I gave it five out of five stars. The way the world is conceptualized and portrayed is amazing. It drew me into the narrative and helped me empathize with the characters. I have no complaints regarding the book. The book is thought-provoking and expertly written. The book has been edited exceptionally, as there were no mistakes that I could find.
 
I will recommend this book to readers who prefer science fiction and literature, as they will benefit from reading it. However, due to the sexual content and the complexity of the material covered, it would not be appropriate for minors.

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[Hazel Mae Bagarinao]

Kim's world where she lives is the world I can't imagine living. People have no freedom and are forced to accept jobs because if they don't, there are bad consequences. The author's final notes are scary. Anyway, your review is awesome.