Review of Terms of Service
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Review of Terms of Service
[Following is a volunteer review of "Terms of Service" by Craig W. Stanfill.]
Terms of Service by Craig W. Stanfill is a book about a future where everyone uses the same pronouns, language, and alarm clocks. Kim lives their life as any average futuristic person would. The fridge is an AI that decides what they will eat, their job is chosen for them, and the craziest attire they wear is vibrant pale beige. Everyone is sheltered, fed, and clothed, which should mean everyone is happy, right? This book features moody AI robots, foodies that harbor food and get in trouble for it, and the main character that's just trying to follow the terms of service. If you are into the books 1984, Fahrenheit 451, and The Hunger Games, you will enjoy this book.
Terms of Service is incredible. I have so many positives that it is hard to pinpoint just one. I also loved the words used in this Panglobal language they use such as foodies and tobacconists. I loved that the government could change any terms of service on short notice because of how accessible everyone is through electronics. I enjoyed the whole setup of "All are One when One is All" and how this could truly be how the world would turn out if we went this route. Craig W. Stanfill is exceptionally creative and captivating. This book was such a fun read.
They would be minuscule if I had to search for negative things about this book. The hardest part about this book is the universal pronouns. Honestly, I think Stanfill's intent was for it to be a little confusing to make a point. Stanfill would use 'her' for every single character. This was just something I had to get used to and try to focus on. Other than that, this book was excellent.
I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars. It was such a wild ride and the perfect length for this type of book. The first half set up the story, and the second half was the conflict, and it was not drawn out like some other science fiction can be. It was creative and original and also well edited. Terms of Service deserves all the praise it is getting.
As I mentioned, anyone who is into post-apocalyptic literature would enjoy this book. However, Terms of Service is a little more adult than The Hunger Games. If you have seen black mirror and enjoyed any of those episodes, this would be perfect for you. I would recommend this to someone who might like a bit of politics in their book, but even if you are not a fan of politics, I think it's a good read. This book is a think piece and will enrich your vocabulary; I learned some new words. Overall, this book is perfect for new adults and adults that are into science fiction.
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Terms of Service
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Terms of Service by Craig W. Stanfill is a book about a future where everyone uses the same pronouns, language, and alarm clocks. Kim lives their life as any average futuristic person would. The fridge is an AI that decides what they will eat, their job is chosen for them, and the craziest attire they wear is vibrant pale beige. Everyone is sheltered, fed, and clothed, which should mean everyone is happy, right? This book features moody AI robots, foodies that harbor food and get in trouble for it, and the main character that's just trying to follow the terms of service. If you are into the books 1984, Fahrenheit 451, and The Hunger Games, you will enjoy this book.
Terms of Service is incredible. I have so many positives that it is hard to pinpoint just one. I also loved the words used in this Panglobal language they use such as foodies and tobacconists. I loved that the government could change any terms of service on short notice because of how accessible everyone is through electronics. I enjoyed the whole setup of "All are One when One is All" and how this could truly be how the world would turn out if we went this route. Craig W. Stanfill is exceptionally creative and captivating. This book was such a fun read.
They would be minuscule if I had to search for negative things about this book. The hardest part about this book is the universal pronouns. Honestly, I think Stanfill's intent was for it to be a little confusing to make a point. Stanfill would use 'her' for every single character. This was just something I had to get used to and try to focus on. Other than that, this book was excellent.
I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars. It was such a wild ride and the perfect length for this type of book. The first half set up the story, and the second half was the conflict, and it was not drawn out like some other science fiction can be. It was creative and original and also well edited. Terms of Service deserves all the praise it is getting.
As I mentioned, anyone who is into post-apocalyptic literature would enjoy this book. However, Terms of Service is a little more adult than The Hunger Games. If you have seen black mirror and enjoyed any of those episodes, this would be perfect for you. I would recommend this to someone who might like a bit of politics in their book, but even if you are not a fan of politics, I think it's a good read. This book is a think piece and will enrich your vocabulary; I learned some new words. Overall, this book is perfect for new adults and adults that are into science fiction.
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Terms of Service
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon | on iTunes
Latest Review: Terms of Service by Craig W. Stanfill
