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A review by paromita_m
The Automaton by Ian Young
4.0
The Automaton is primarily about very interesting (for me) "what if" ideas, however the other elements such as the writing and the characters were also done really well.
It was a pleasure to read a novel which was this focused on exploring neat ideas front and centre unapologetically, I would also add that the handling of "human vs machine" was very topical.
Minor nitpicks:
- I wished this novel was longer! Wanted to immerse myself more.
- Some of the character interactions felt a bit rushed and too exposition-heavy but I honestly didn't mind because it was really interesting to read.
The Automaton has writing apt for the story, few beautiful reflections and moments, but where it shines is going all-in on the ideas and committing to exploring them throughout.
Nice brain food.
It was a pleasure to read a novel which was this focused on exploring neat ideas front and centre unapologetically, I would also add that the handling of "human vs machine" was very topical.
Minor nitpicks:
- I wished this novel was longer! Wanted to immerse myself more.
- Some of the character interactions felt a bit rushed and too exposition-heavy but I honestly didn't mind because it was really interesting to read.
The Automaton has writing apt for the story, few beautiful reflections and moments, but where it shines is going all-in on the ideas and committing to exploring them throughout.
Nice brain food.