Review of I, Robot Soldier
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[Following is a volunteer review of "I, Robot Soldier" by Joel R. Dennstedt.]
I, Robot Soldier by Joel R. Dennstedt is a book I enjoyed reading. If it is possible to love a robot, then I love One Shot. He is a fascinating character who acts kindly and lovingly to his human, Amy. Their relationship is the backbone of the story.
The book begins in a city destroyed by an attack. The robot One Shot was injured in the battle and cannot recall the fight. The only biological creatures he sees are rats and bugs. He does not know where he is or what happened. That is when he sees the little girl, Amy. She is about four years old, alone and stunned. They form a team, and their travels and encounters become the body of the book.
There is much to like about I, Robot Soldier. One Shot protects Amy from the dangers surrounding them since they are in a war zone. Amy is determined and strong, while the mechanical One Shot reflects her feelings. Amy has a human need for love and companionship. It is interesting how she meets those needs and how One Shot supports her.
The multiple themes in this book include inherent goodness and the existence of evil, how willpower feeds a body’s stamina, nature versus nurture, and overcoming obstacles to survival. Amy grows and learns during her journey, and One Shot adapts by tweaking his robotic self and responding in kind.
My rating for I, Robot Soldier is 5 out of 5 because it is a beautiful, uplifting story. The book is well-written and entertaining. The author uses excellent English and respects the reader's ability to understand the plot. The story is not without humor, and I laughed a few times while reading the book. I have no reservations in recommending I, Robot Soldier, even to those not fond of the sci-fi genre.
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I, Robot Soldier by Joel R. Dennstedt is a book I enjoyed reading. If it is possible to love a robot, then I love One Shot. He is a fascinating character who acts kindly and lovingly to his human, Amy. Their relationship is the backbone of the story.
The book begins in a city destroyed by an attack. The robot One Shot was injured in the battle and cannot recall the fight. The only biological creatures he sees are rats and bugs. He does not know where he is or what happened. That is when he sees the little girl, Amy. She is about four years old, alone and stunned. They form a team, and their travels and encounters become the body of the book.
There is much to like about I, Robot Soldier. One Shot protects Amy from the dangers surrounding them since they are in a war zone. Amy is determined and strong, while the mechanical One Shot reflects her feelings. Amy has a human need for love and companionship. It is interesting how she meets those needs and how One Shot supports her.
The multiple themes in this book include inherent goodness and the existence of evil, how willpower feeds a body’s stamina, nature versus nurture, and overcoming obstacles to survival. Amy grows and learns during her journey, and One Shot adapts by tweaking his robotic self and responding in kind.
My rating for I, Robot Soldier is 5 out of 5 because it is a beautiful, uplifting story. The book is well-written and entertaining. The author uses excellent English and respects the reader's ability to understand the plot. The story is not without humor, and I laughed a few times while reading the book. I have no reservations in recommending I, Robot Soldier, even to those not fond of the sci-fi genre.
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I, Robot Soldier
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