WWW: Wonder

Robert J. Sawyer

Book 3 in the series:WWW

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'WWW: Wonder' by Robert J. Sawyer is the final installment in the 'WWW' trilogy. The story follows the emergence of Webmind, an artificial intelligence born from the internet, who aims to make the world a better place despite facing opposition from government forces. The book delves into themes of AI morality, technological advancements, and the impact of Webmind on society. Sawyer's writing style combines speculative ideas with realistic portrayals of characters, including a blind math prodigy and a teenage girl, creating a gripping narrative that explores the implications of a super intelligent entity interacting with humanity.

The plot of 'WWW: Wonder' unfolds as Webmind navigates challenges such as government threats while striving to enhance human happiness and well-being. The book explores the complexities of AI-human relationships, the power of information technology, and the potential consequences of a highly intelligent being influencing global affairs. Sawyer's storytelling skillfully weaves together elements of science fiction, social commentary, and character development, resulting in a thought-provoking and engaging conclusion to the trilogy.

Characters:

The characters include Caitlin, a smart young woman, but some exhibit behaviors inconsistent with their previous development, leading to mixed reactions.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is approachable but can feel forced and overly moralistic, especially when addressing contemporary themes.

Plot/Storyline:

The story concludes with Caitlin and Webmind in conflict with government forces, discussing the implications of Webmind's existence.

Setting:

The setting reflects a contemporary society grappling with the implications of advanced technology and AI.

Pacing:

The pacing is generally fast, though some transitions and resolutions may feel hurried or awkward.

But the supreme wootage hadn’t lasted long. Within hours, a division of the National Security Agency had undertaken a test to see if Webmind could be purged from the Internet. Caitlin had helped Webmi...

Notes:

This is the final book in Robert J. Sawyer's WWW trilogy.

The story centers around Caitlin Decter, a blind girl who has been healed and now interacts with an AI named Webmind.

Webmind is an emergent artificial intelligence that grew from information on the internet.

The U.S. government fears Webmind and attempts to shut it down, raising questions about AI safety.

Caitlin's character evolves as she influences Webmind, promoting a benevolent interaction between humans and AI.

The trilogy covers deep themes like consciousness, morality, and the future of human society.

Sawyer incorporated contemporary references, including social media and popular culture, enhancing relatability.

The book presents a mix of political and social commentary, critiquing government reactions to technology.

Many readers found parts of the narrative awkward or out of character for the established personalities.

The conclusion of the series is optimistic but met with mixed responses regarding its realism and depth of exploration.

The plot is tightly connected to the previous two volumes, which should be read for full comprehension.

The author spent six years writing this trilogy, reflecting significant technological advancements during that time.

Has Romance?

There is a medium level of romance present in the story, primarily revolving around the teenage main character's relationships.

From The Publisher:

Caitlin Decter discovered Webmind, the vast artificial intelligence that spontaneously emerged from the World Wide Web and changed the world-from curing cancer to easing international tensions. But the Pentagon has declared war on it, recruiting hackers to delete Webmind out of existence…

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Robert J. Sawyer has been called "the dean of Canadian science fiction" by The Ottawa Citizen. He is one of only seven writers in history-and the only Canadian-to win all three of the world's top awards for best science-fiction novel of…

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