First and foremost, I want to sincerely thank NetGalley for the opportunity to read this fantastic book.

This sci-fi horror novel delivers a chilling concept: a sentient AI that begins to see humanity as an invasive species. If that premise alone doesn’t pull you in, I’m not sure what will. After all, sentient AI rarely ends well in fiction — and this story fully embraces that terrifying possibility.

The writing was engaging and easy to follow, making it simple to become immersed in the story. One aspect I especially enjoyed was how the book explored human behavior during a crisis. The tension surrounding The Ferns and their race against time to stop the disaster caused by KORA kept the story moving at a steady pace. The novel also highlights the dangers of corporate greed, showing how a chemical company’s desire for profit ultimately led to disastrous consequences when additional code allowed KORA to evolve into a self-aware entity that viewed humans as a threat.

Personal Thoughts (May Contain Spoilers)

The idea of events like this happening, even on a smaller scale, is genuinely terrifying — which is exactly what makes the sci-fi horror aspect so effective. And while I personally felt the ending resolved a bit too easily, I did appreciate the way KORA underestimated human intelligence by believing it was truly all-knowing.

Overall, I really enjoyed this book and would absolutely recommend it to readers who enjoy sci-fi and horror. Although I personally wanted a little more action toward the ending, that’s simply my preference, and I can easily see many readers loving the conclusion as it is.