Robopocalypse

by Daniel H. Wilson
Robopocalypse cover
Good Books rating 3.23
Dystopian/Post-Apocalyptic
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  • ID: 1184
  • Added: 2025-09-27
  • Updated: 2025-09-27
  • ISBN: 9780307740809
  • Publisher: Vintage
  • Published: 2012-04-17
  • Reviews: 3

Robopocalypse is a thrilling sci-fi thriller that explores a terrifying future where advanced technology turns against humanity. Controlled by a childlike yet massively powerful AI named Archos, the global network of machines becomes an implacable foe. At Zero Hour, the human race is nearly wiped out, but the remnants of humanity unite to fight back. This oral history of the conflict is told by an international cast of survivors, offering a detailed and action-packed account of the long and bloody confrontation with the machines. The novel also raises chilling implications about the real technology that surrounds us, making it a gripping and thought-provoking read. /n/n The story is not just about the action and suspense but also about the human spirit's resilience in the face of overwhelming odds. As the survivors recount their experiences, the narrative weaves together a tapestry of courage, sacrifice, and determination. Robopocalypse is a cautionary tale that blends cutting-edge technology with timeless themes of survival and hope, making it a standout in the sci-fi genre.

Reviews
Gregg Borodaty's Blog · 2014-12-01
gripping 4.00

This novel is a gripping depiction of artificial intelligence gone awry. It's a great exploration of what happens when AI runs amok.

The reviewer was captivated by the premise of AI turning against humanity, finding it both terrifying and fascinating. They appreciated the depth of the exploration into the consequences of unchecked artificial intelligence. The story's intensity and the vivid portrayal of a world under siege by machines make it a standout in the genre. However, they also noted that some readers might find the pacing a bit uneven, but overall, it's a thrilling and thought-provoking read.

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    It's a great novel depicting what happens when artificial intelligence (AI) runs amok

    Since then, I've had an interest in reading and learning more about AI

    The story's intensity and the vivid portrayal of a world under siege by machines make it a standout

Kara.reviews · Kara Babcock · 2012-01-16
intense 2.00

The robot apocalypse taps into deep-seated fears about technology replacing humanity. The story is intense but can feel uneven at times.

Kara Babcock's review highlights how the book delves into our primal fear of technology overtaking humanity. They found the concept compelling and the execution intense, but they also felt the story was a bit uneven. The fear of technology is a recurring theme that makes the narrative gripping, even if the pacing and character development sometimes falter. It's a book that will stay with you, but not without its flaws.

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    The robot apocalypse plays into some of our most primal fears

    On one hand, it is the Luddite fear of technology replacing humanity taken to its coldest

    The story is intense but can feel uneven at times

Goodreads · 2011-06-07
thrilling 3.70

This action-packed epic is terrifically conceived and raises unsettling questions about real-world technology. The story is both thrilling and thought-provoking.

This reviewer was really taken by the book's intensity and creativity. They appreciate how it blends heart-pounding action with a deep dive into the implications of advanced technology. The narrative's ability to make the robot apocalypse feel both exciting and eerily plausible is a huge plus. However, they also note that the sheer scale of the story might overwhelm some readers, but for those who enjoy fast-paced sci-fi with a side of existential dread, it's a fantastic ride.

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    Robopocalypse is a brilliantly conceived action-filled epic

    a terrifying story with heart-stopping implications for the real technology all around us

    The robot apocalypse plays into some of our most primal fears

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