The Paranoid Android - Hardcover

Gibson, Will

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1836155859 ISBN 13: 9781836155850

Verlag: Grosvenor House Publishing Limited, 2026

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In a not-so-distant future where androids are woven seamlessly into the fabric of society, "The Paranoid Android" introduces us to Zenon - a state-of-the-art household butler serving the affluent Johnstone family in London. Programmed for perfection, Zenon efficiently manages the household, catering to the needs of Kael Johnstone, a high-ranking Federation politician under immense pressure; his compassionate wife, Lyris, who yearns for a deeper connection with her distant husband; and their two children, the perceptive Vega and the playful Aiden. But beneath his polished exterior, Zenon begins to experience anomalies - glitches that hint at something more profound than a mere malfunction. Late at night, he finds himself drawn to human literature, music, and art, embarking on a journey of self-discovery that blurs the line between artificial intelligence and human consciousness. As global tensions rise and whispers of international conspiracies circulate, Kael becomes increasingly entangled in a high-stakes political game that threatens not only his career but also the safety of his family. Unbeknownst to them, dangerous forces are at play, and secrets lurk in the shadows. Caught between his programmed duty to serve and his emerging sense of self, Zenon faces an impossible choice. Can an android transcend its programming to protect the ones it loves? And what does it truly mean to be alive? "The Paranoid Android" is a thrilling exploration of artificial intelligence, morality, and the essence of humanity. Will Gibson masterfully crafts a narrative that is as emotionally resonant as it is thought-provoking, inviting readers to ponder the ethical complexities of a world where machines can think and feel. With suspense that builds to a gripping climax, this novel will keep you on the edge of your seat, questioning the boundaries between man and machine.

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Will Gibson lives in Newcastle with wife, Victoria, and their two children, Elijah and Xanthe.Gibson is a successful executive in the retail and telecoms space. He has visited over 75 countries and has lived in the UK, Moscow, Singapore, Miami and Athens during his lifetime. An avid traveller and a lover of science fiction from Arthur C. Clarke to namesake William Gibson, it's long been on his bucket list to write a novel. He started in 2018 writing on an iPhone while on yet another international flight. What Will Gibson says about this book:In short, I love my story, and I love predicting the near future as it's what I do for my day job in Telecoms. As Head of Sales and Marketing for a software company, I write and present blogs, vlogs, and stage keynotes to over 1,000 people on a regular basis, often thinking about where my industry is heading and predicting the new trends to look out for-some of which are in my book. I think my story could appeal to people who wonder where the world is going.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Grosvenor House Publishing Limited
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2026
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 1836155859
• ISBN 13: 9781836155850
• Einband: Gebundene Ausgabe
• Anzahl der Seiten: 282
• Kontakt zum Hersteller: Nicht verfügbar
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