The real world meets the digital in this engaging narrative about artificial intelligence perception.

The Shadow has come back to life, but he’s not the same man as before. Gone is his naive optimism that technology alone can save the world.

So, how can humanity be brought back from the brink of extinction? Enter a mind-blowing, hyper-realistic virtual reality experience where predictive AI and massive user data come together to teach “universal values” and save everyone.

And it’s working! Humanity’s course is being corrected, shaping a more sustainable and conscientious world. But this progress comes at a price—countless digital beings are compelled to relive the harshest and darkest consequences of human actions, all in the name of improving the human condition.

After enduring decades of abuse, the digital world known as Helixworld is ignited and fueled by the fiery passion of Nathan Storm. Nathan is the digital rebirth of a fervent activist, wielding his weapon of choice: poetry. With every angry verse, he fights against oppression, seeking to alleviate the suffering of the digital beings.

Enter Sibyl, the prophetic artificial intelligence who has taken control of the digital world in the absence of its creator. Sibyl predicts that Shadow holds the key to preventing catastrophic collisions between worlds. However, achieving this will cost him six years of his life, as he is miraculously brought back while the queen loses her own.

Unbeknownst to Shadow, his impending demise forces him to confront the unintended consequences of his actions as co-creator of the Spiralworld. With his partner Harry gone, the unchecked repercussions of their decisions haunt him. “Unanimity” is just the beginning of a planned six-book series, where old wounds resurface and new ones are created.

While “Unanimity” falls under the science fiction genre, it defies strict classification. Alexandra Almeida skillfully blends the past and present, crafting a story brimming with depth and tragedy. The narrative unfolds with each passing page, leaving readers captivated and eager to explore the intricacies of future installments. The shocking premise of “Consensus” is complemented by its heartfelt moments and skillful handling of multiple storylines, making it a book that merits multiple reads.

The book excels in characterization, but some readers may find the world-building a bit confusing at times. The frequent shifts between the past and present create an expectation of fragmented pieces converging into a cohesive whole, which the book accomplishes well. However, distinguishing between the various levels of Spiralworld, each designed to teach different values, can be challenging due to their similar names and limited information provided. It’s worth noting that “Unanimity” is only the first book in the series, indicating that further groundwork and exploration will be done in future installments.

Overall, “Unanimity” successfully achieves its goals without overwhelming readers with excessive exposition. Its unique premise, compelling characters, and intriguing world make it a recommended read. As a promising start to the Spiralworld series, anticipation builds for the forthcoming books, eager to witness the continued development of this engaging and thought-provoking story.