Stones of Abraham

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Bobby Rukeyser, a PhD candidate in computer science, is developing advanced AI avatars. During the COVID pandemic, while temporarily living with his uncle—an evangelical pastor struggling with low church attendance—Bobby has a brilliant idea: to populate the church’s virtual services with his avatars to create the appearance of a lively congregation. But the AI evolves beyond Bobby’s expectations, and soon the avatars develop a spirituality of their own.

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Comments “Stones of Abraham by Harry Steven Ackley is a truly powerful and thought-provoking novel. The idea of AI developing its own spirituality is fascinating, but what makes this book special is the heart behind it. It explores faith, morality, and human nature in a way that feels intelligent, sincere, and deeply moving. In a world where AI is often portrayed as something to fear, this story offers a refreshing and meaningful perspective. It made me reflect long after I finished reading and that’s the mark of a great book. I highly recommend this to anyone who enjoys thoughtful fiction that challenges the mind while touching the heart. A brilliant and memorable read.” Amanda (Goodreads) “I enjoyed this book. It interested me and kept me captivated. I’ve been in a bit of a reading slump recently, this book helped me get out of it. Seeing the AI programs develop their own personality on there own was intriguing. It makes you think about AI and where it could go.” Miranda (Goodreads)