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Summary: strong speculative fiction thriller
Review: The Trinity Project involves using superior MRIs to copy the brain scans of an individual with resolution to the molecular level and loading the neuro model into a vast super computer. It would mean a kind of immortality for the people who had their brains scanned and it would create an Artificial Intelligence superior to that of man because it works more effectively and faster. The ethics involved in such a project are so complex that the US President appointed Dr. David Tennant to work on the proposal.David had the project suspended when the six scientists working on it including himself, had their brains scanned and developed some alarming symptoms. He knows that his supporter Dr. Andrew Fielding was killed on orders of the head of the project Peter Godin. What David does not know is that a second site for the Trinity Project has been built in New Mexico and that they are only days away from success. As different law enforcement officials try to assassinate David and his beautiful psychiatrist Rachel the duo make a pilgrimage to Jerusalem where David finds the answers needed to send him to New Mexico and a confrontation with destiny. Greg Iles has written the best book of his career, a thriller that is also speculative fiction that postulates the origin of religion. THE FOOTPRINTS OF GOD is innovative, intellectually stimulating and so fascinating in scope that readers will finish it in one sitting. The hero is a good man who serves as a role model to humanity; a person readers will root for in his quest for answers to ethical dilemmas. Harriet Klausner
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Summary: Blazing read.
Review: The first book I picked up of Iles was The Quiet Game. It was a page-turner and I was hooked. I then read 24 Hours, Black Cross, and Mortal Fear and was thoroughly impressed. However, his most recent work - Dead Sleep and Sleep No More - had fallen terribly. I did not enjoy either of the two but staying loyal I read them both. This book - The Footprints of God - is vintage Iles. If you liked his older work, you will love this latest book. Iles puts the suspense in suspense thriller. I would recommend this book to anyone that wants to be glued to a seat until the last page is turned.
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Summary: Man's search for immortality
Review: A small group of elite scientists has been working on a megacomputer that goes beyond artificial intelligence; Trinity is an unimaginable breakthrough that makes nuclear weaponry look like child's play. The problem is, for the past few months the scientists have been suffering from neurological disorders. One of them, Dr. Fielding, succeeded in putting a temporary halt to the research (or so he thinks) until the cause of these disorders has been found. The book opens dramatically. It's six hours after Dr. Fielding's death, seemingly due to a stroke. But his friend and colleague, Dr. David Tennant, is certain he was murdered. Now David, accompanied by his psychiatrist, must run for his life. What exactly has been going on in that lab? What meaning, if any, is there to the dreams or visions David's been having during his narcoleptic attacks? Why did Dr. Fielding send David that mysterious letter and what is the white granular substance in the envelope? Is David's paranoia justified, or, as his psychiatrist believes, is he delusional? As the answers to these questions are revealed, FoG is Greg Iles at his best! Unfortunately, the story quickly sinks into a tepid cat-and-mouse game. The characters are cardboard cutouts; the thriller aspects not so thrilling. At the end of chapter 21 is an event that's never explained; we're left hanging, wondering what that was all about. It's a small thing, but...well, sloppy. So much for the first half of the book. This seems to be a recurring problem for authors when they present an intriguing concept in the guise of a thriller (eg., THE DA VINCE CODE): The ideas are fascinating, but it suffers as a thriller. The second half is something else entirely! The full potential of the megacomputer becomes terrifyingly clear. David's visions been fathomed. He knows now what must be done. This is the edge-of-your-seat excitement we've come to expect from Mr. Iles. It doesn't matter if you don't agree with the religious possibilities he presents (I don't think we're expected to.) The ideas themselves are mind-blowing! Motifs are an added treat. For instance, keep an eye out for mention of candles and bubbles. Though I could've done with less of the first half, THE FOOTPRINTS OF GOD is worth reading for its considerable intellectual rewards.
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Summary: Greg Iles fan
Review: I have read almost all of his books and I will have to say, he outdid himself this time. This book was very gripping, mind boggling and absolutely hard to put down. This is a must read for everyone, the really scary part is that I believe this is really happening we just don't know it yet!
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Summary: Greg Iles Does It Again!
Review: Greg Iles amazes me with his diversity of plotting and themes in his books. I won't delve into details of this book since that has been done in the critics' reviews. This book definitely held my interest and I was fascinated with the blending of science and the search for answers to religious and universe origins. I don't give 5 stars lightly, and I highly recommend this book.
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Summary: Greg Iles triumphs again!!
Review: This is ellen in atlanta, and although I wrote a review of Footprints of God, I felt I didn't do it justice - I tried to compare this book to his others - specifically The Quiet Game, which is my favorite of his works - in that he was to me the next Faulkner - and I frequently quote the beginning words of Chapter 25 which blows me away - This book, Footprints of God, and his other works, is so completely different from each, that to compare would be a gross misunderstanding of what Iles is writing - he's evolving as he writes - each work a wildly different subject that jolts you into a reality you didn't think you could be lifted to - The Footprints of God deals with the creation of a super, living computer that is frighteningly close to the artificial intelligence countries are working toward. There is an ethicist who in the process of mega MRI's has visions of himself as Jesus, and can lend the meaning of what is out there to meld man and machine - The book is phenomenal - It is not lyrical like Quiet Game. It is computer lightening quick and a wonderful book not to be missed - Iles might be our next Faulkner, only evolved...a must read.
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Summary: Rich and disturbing; by the author of SERPENT'S DANCE
Review: This story is a great example of what happens when a writer earns his publishing industry stripes through the solid craftsmanship and consistently creative spark of a solid body of work: he gets to tell us a story from his heart and soul, a story too complex and risky for anyone without a readership (Patterson did it with "When The Wind Blows", Grisham with "A Painted House"), free of formula and the short-sighted fear of people wearing suits who would otherwise constrain his vision within a branded box. And he does it while delivering a kick ...ride for thrill seekers and deep thinkers alike. This novel defines what is possible in speculative fiction, it reflects our own questions and poses alternative answers that are as provocative as they are sometimes disturbing. Reflecting on the occasions when our storytelling styles have been compared (we were "discovered" by the same publisher, Louise Burke), I am humbled by what he has achieved here. Too bad "The DaVinci Code" reached the market first (I enjoyed that book, as well), since this covers some of the same ground and almost perfectly mirrors the arc of that storyline, though with a much more resounding finish. "The Footprints Of God" is courageous and original, and well worth the time of anyone who reads not for escape, but for engagement and enrichment.
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Summary: Fascinating....
Review: I won't rewrite the book jacket you can read that in the literary reviews. What I will tell you is that Iles's books only get better and better! This book was riveting! It has action, adventure, romance, and a plot that is engaging and intelligent. I could hardly put the book down. In fact, I purchased it yesterday when it came out and I already finished reading it! This book is a thiller that makes you think and you walk awhile with some philosophical food for thought. I can't wait for his next book!
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Summary: Thought provoking suspense
Review: It is pure pleasure to read any Greg Iles novel. His beautiful prose enhances the intriguing plot with sharp and insightful narrative. Once again Iles has penned a winner with "The Footprints Of God". Dr David Tennant is appointed by the President as an ethics advisor to oversee Project Trinity, the creation of an artificial intelligence computer. When his good friend and associate on the project dies under suspicious circumstances David turns to his psychiatrist, Rachel Weiss. She is at first skeptical until an attempt to murder Rachel and David ends with the killing of another government agent. Soon the two are embroiled in a life or death search for proof of evil doings at Trinity before the world is held hostage by the entity it has created. In addition to a suspense filled thriller Iles has given the reader much to think about. His well crafted dialogues entice the reader to consider whether there can be such a thing as artificial intelligence and if so if it will it outpace its creators. He also delves into the origins of religious belief and its relation to the creation of intelligent life on earth. I found myself reading late into the night and wishing for more when I finished. Don't miss this one!
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Summary: Thought provoking suspense!
Review: It is always a pleasure to read a Greg Iles novel. His beautiful prose enhances each intriguing plot with sharp and insightful narrative. Once again Iles has penned a winner with "The Footprints Of God". Dr. David Tennant has been appointed as an ethics advisor to oversee Project Trinity, the creation of an artificial intelligence computer. When his good friend and associate on the project dies under suspicious circumstances, David turns to Rachel Weiss, his psychiatrist, for support and assistance. She is at first skeptical until a murder attempt in her apartment results in the death of another agent. Soon the two are embroiled in a life or death search for proof of evil doings at Trinity. They must stop the project before the world is held hostage by the entity they have created. In addition to a suspense filled thriller Iles has given the reader much to ponder. His well crafted dialogues entice the reader to consider whether there can be such a thing as artificial intelligence and if so whether it will outpace its creators. He also delves into the origins of religious belief and its relation to intelligent life on earth. Despite it lofty philosophies Iles' book is mostly just great reading. It kept me up late into the night eager to find the answers.
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