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Trans-Human (Post-Human Trilogy #3)
by
David Simpson (Goodreads Author)
In this sequel to Post-Human, humanity will be forced to face a future more advanced than it could have imagined if it wants to survive. Nineteen months have passed since the AI turned against humanity and was subsequently destroyed. In the meantime, James Keats has turned over the AI’s powers to a non-intelligent, easily controlled operating system. He and Thel have left...more
Kindle Edition, 238 pages
Published
April 20th 2011
(first published April 2011)
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An fast paced adventure with many twist and turns, memorable characters and a surprising ending. This author again demonstrates his writing abilities that left me pondering many theoretical and ethical questions. Instead of focusing on the story I will concentrate on the science that is the building blocks of the book.
As Trans-Human points out, Einstein propelled science probably a couple of hundred years forward for his theories has proven electromagnetic effects, gravity, wormholes and so much...more
As Trans-Human points out, Einstein propelled science probably a couple of hundred years forward for his theories has proven electromagnetic effects, gravity, wormholes and so much...more
Post-Human was one of my favorite finds so I didn’t want to wait to read Trans-Human. Therefore, I purchased a Kindle version to read on my iPad. Trans-Human didn’t disappoint. I couldn’t put it down!
I don’t want to give away too much, so I am going to try to keep any spoilers to a minimum if I can, but I want to say that I think David Simpson is the best writer I’ve read at weaving a fast-paced story that won’t let you put it down. And by fast, I mean lightning. You find yourself unable to sto...more
I don’t want to give away too much, so I am going to try to keep any spoilers to a minimum if I can, but I want to say that I think David Simpson is the best writer I’ve read at weaving a fast-paced story that won’t let you put it down. And by fast, I mean lightning. You find yourself unable to sto...more
Mar 04, 2013
Carl Bussema
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2 of 5 stars
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review of another edition
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The key to good science fiction is setting up a believable "world" (whether single planet, universe, multiverse, whatever), defining "how things work" in your world, and telling a good story that uses the elements of your world, subject to the constrains you have applied. When plausible, it is OK for new elements to be introduced, but some reasonable explanation needs to be offered. I find the elements introduced here to be sorely lacking in such explanation (and/or I did not find the explanatio...more
Continuing right on where Post-Human ended off. It has been 19 months of peace since the rogue AI was deleted. Unknown to James and the Council however, before the AI was deleted it sent a message to an alien ally - which was now on the horizon to answer the call to help. Unable to defend mankind against such a foe, the only solution is evacuation. But as mankind starts to evacuate, it becomes unclear who are enemies and who are friends....
Improbables: An advanced race coming to "rescue" humanit...more
Improbables: An advanced race coming to "rescue" humanit...more
David Simpson's "Post/Trans Human" books are well worth the .99¢ - the stories move quickly and easy to read.
My only complaint is that Simpson presses the Giant Cosmic Reset Button repeatedly to get his protagonists out of trouble - a literary device that can become very annoying because it happens over and over and over - every instance that a problem becomes apparent, Simpson moves to create the crisis, then presses the GCRB and everything is back to normal - until the next crisis and so on.
Th...more
My only complaint is that Simpson presses the Giant Cosmic Reset Button repeatedly to get his protagonists out of trouble - a literary device that can become very annoying because it happens over and over and over - every instance that a problem becomes apparent, Simpson moves to create the crisis, then presses the GCRB and everything is back to normal - until the next crisis and so on.
Th...more
Wake up, Universe!
The sequel to Post Human does not disappoint! Following the characters into the age of nanotechnology, Simpson whips up a storyline with more turns than a Grand Prix qualifier that doesn't skimp on insight. The story is thrust into action with satisfactory zeal as the solar system is invaded... and the A.I. returns.
Or does he?
Simpson does a great job of setting the stage before tossing the characters into new light... antagonist-protagonist-antagonist... the plot shifts and mo...more
The sequel to Post Human does not disappoint! Following the characters into the age of nanotechnology, Simpson whips up a storyline with more turns than a Grand Prix qualifier that doesn't skimp on insight. The story is thrust into action with satisfactory zeal as the solar system is invaded... and the A.I. returns.
Or does he?
Simpson does a great job of setting the stage before tossing the characters into new light... antagonist-protagonist-antagonist... the plot shifts and mo...more
This one made my head hurt! I'm not new to science fiction by a long-shot but the concepts presented in this book ran me a little ragged in the brain! I'm OK with humans flying around in green force field cocoons and even with them shooting bolts of energy from their hands but evolving beyond that is a little tough to take all at once. I also don't mind the direct interface with a highly intelligent A.I. but let's keep it at that, shall we?
Here you go building human bodies with our beloved nano...more
Here you go building human bodies with our beloved nano...more
Apr 24, 2013
Penny
rated it
1 of 5 stars
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review of another edition
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space-opera,
post-human
Boy, this is tough.
There is so much potential here. The ideas are actually intriguing. But there are SO many problems with the execution.
First, like the first two books in the series, the author jumps from idea to idea with brain-wrenching suddenness and zero "stitching" between the concepts. Events don't lead to each other, there isn't a lead up, the author just introduces whatever whizzy-bang will completely resolve the current crisis. It is frustrating. As soon as some good tension builds up...more
There is so much potential here. The ideas are actually intriguing. But there are SO many problems with the execution.
First, like the first two books in the series, the author jumps from idea to idea with brain-wrenching suddenness and zero "stitching" between the concepts. Events don't lead to each other, there isn't a lead up, the author just introduces whatever whizzy-bang will completely resolve the current crisis. It is frustrating. As soon as some good tension builds up...more
Jan 06, 2013
Cheryl Poole-Musgrove
rated it
5 of 5 stars
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review of another edition
Shelves:
science-fiction
Never a disappointment. This series pulls you in with a high tech vision and plot by the author I would love to see these books become movies. David Simpson is compassionate yet always edgy with his plot and characters live his books!!!
This is a great conclusion to whole series by David Simpson. While the survivors of the tragedy in Post-Human think they have repaired the damage from the earlier tragedy, a new and more dangerous threat is coming towards Earth. James Keats and his friends must determine who is the enemy and how to defeat it. While doing so, he will grow in ways he never thought possible as will the human race. In the end, human intuition and emotion remain superior to any technology created by man. It shows tha...more
Trans-Human is the best sci-fi novel I’ve read since its predecessor, Post-Human. Simpson excels like no one else in the writing business today at combining entertainment value with deep, philosophical substance. Not since the original Matrix film has their been a story this fun and, at the same time, this deep.
The original book, Post-Human, set up the concept of its protagonist, James Keats, as a futuristic Jesus character, battling the Artificial Intelligence that was repeatedly compared to Sa...more
The original book, Post-Human, set up the concept of its protagonist, James Keats, as a futuristic Jesus character, battling the Artificial Intelligence that was repeatedly compared to Sa...more
Trans-Human by David Simpson is an engaging sequel that will delight fans of his book Post-Human. It is a thought-provoking, energetic sci-fi book, with a robust dose of high-octane exploits.
This book carries the story forward after the occurrences in the first book, but it is not a standalone sequel; it does reference Post-Human and I think both novels should be read in sequence. In Trans-Human far-reaching consequences from the events in Post-Human have come calling, looking for the Artificial...more
Wow. I had no idea what to expect with this one. I thought Post-Human was pretty good, so I gave Trans-Human a try. Simpson seems to have gotten even better as a writer. This book is a lot darker than the first one, a lot faster-paced, and a lot more complex. The ending was stunning. I’m not sure what kind of research Simpson did or what his background is, but the concepts at the end were so high-level that I was starting to think he was a genius. Maybe it’s all bull -- the “informational theory...more
The story evolved decently from the first book. I had a few questions that weren't resolved (Why didn't JAMES try to communicate first instead of jumping to conclusions? And what happened to everyone else's relationships?) Interesting points were brought up - what would marriage and relationships look like in a society where "God" doesn't exist, and people basically live forever? So, intriguing to me. Another quick read, and I'll watch for future books from David Simpson.
Another good tale from DS. This wasn't quite as good as the first in that it was more convoluted at certain points with what felt to me as crucial twists that weren't given the full detail they deserved in deference to keeping up with the pace of the tale.
This follows on nicely from the first book and delivers much of the action and near-futuristic scifi that appealed from the first, again in an accessible format that doesn't require the geekiness obsession with technology that so much in a simi...more
This follows on nicely from the first book and delivers much of the action and near-futuristic scifi that appealed from the first, again in an accessible format that doesn't require the geekiness obsession with technology that so much in a simi...more
This was disappointing in several ways. But first I must say most of the book was intriguing and pretty well written. I loved the jumps and twists regarding identities. It got absolutely frenetic for a bit, and that was fun. The problem was...the ending. It was so short, anticlimactic and throw away that...well...it really didn't have much of an ending. It was more like literary coitus interruptus!
Like the first book written in the series, Trans-Human isn't the best writing but it opens the door for some great thoughts and discussions. In this case, discussions about what it means to be human and what would happen if the human race were to become stagnant -- to stop reaching for newer and greater things. It's a quick read and worth the time.
Oct 29, 2012
VWrulesChick
rated it
4 of 5 stars
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review of another edition
Shelves:
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canadian,
fiction,
paperback,
science-fiction,
series-of-books,
war,
ya-reads,
contemporary
Enter the world of James Keats and entourage again, where life has settled down to almost back to normal. Then the abnormal occurs and brings them all back together in the war against ????? will James be able to work this one out with his gang or will it be the end of the solar system as we know it. Fast-paced action read - enjoyed!
I was very disappointed after reading this book. The whole plot almost mimicked the plot of Post-Human and just used different settings. There was so much more the author had the opportunity to do with this trilogy, but instead went with virtually the same plot as the last book and a dumb ending. The ending was awful!
1. The first book pulls you in, and like all the books in the series, it's a quick, fun, and easy read.
2. Character development and consistency (over the course of the entire series) could use some work.
3. Throughout the series there are plenty of unexpected plot twists to keep readers engaged.
2. Character development and consistency (over the course of the entire series) could use some work.
3. Throughout the series there are plenty of unexpected plot twists to keep readers engaged.
Good material but put together with too many wow's. Having those moments when the world is saved just in time too many times too close together makes it hard to want to finish reading although the ending wasn't completely off the wall.
Cool book with a lot of surprising turns.
Wonder if there will be a third in the series.
Definitely a cool way to look at AI.
Recommended, but not as good as Post-Human.
Wonder if there will be a third in the series.
Definitely a cool way to look at AI.
Recommended, but not as good as Post-Human.
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Still unbelievable technology.
James as a hero is still annoying.
Very short chapters as compared to the first book.
Fortunately this seems to be a short read.
I had to force myself to get through this book, and basically skimmed the last 5 pages or so, because I was happy to be done.
James as a hero is still annoying.
Very short chapters as compared to the first book.
Fortunately this seems to be a short read.
I had to force myself to get through this book, and basically skimmed the last 5 pages or so, because I was happy to be done.
I love it and I hope me writing this review shows it! It's so thought out and I always had a idea like it but this is soooo much better! Love it!
Holy fucking hell... How many times can a writer kill everyone and bring them back in 3 books? This book was grueling to get through, but having read the first two, I forced myself to do it - you, however, should NOT!
STAY AWAY!!!
STAY AWAY!!!
A fast paced Scifi book. Reading a good one after years of staying away from this genre of books. This book doesn't disappoint at all.
It was a slow start for me. Once i was engaged, I had a hard time putting it down. Really enjoyed it
Good read. recommend it for people that like futuristic SyFi !
Very confusing and very slow reading. People were dead, then they were alive. They were human, then they were digital ghosts. The second book in the series was the best.
Excellent book. Excellent series.
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Hi! I'm David Simpson, the author of five novels, including the four books in the Post-Human series, which includes Sub-Human (book 1), Post-Human (book 2), Trans-Human (book 3) and Human Plus (book 4), as well as the horror/urban fantasy novel, The God Killers
I'm an indie author and I first became successful thanks to Amazon in January of 2012. Since then, I've sold over 40,000 copies of my books...more
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I'm an indie author and I first became successful thanks to Amazon in January of 2012. Since then, I've sold over 40,000 copies of my books...more
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