Is Neurocide the Same as Genocide? And Other Dangerous Ideas

In a world grappling with the ethics of advanced technology and the haunting shadows of past genocides, "Is Neurocide the Same as Genocide? And Other Dangerous Ideas," emerges as a thought-provoking short story set in 2068.

This story is a compelling blend of science fiction, historical reflection, and ethical debate. It challenges readers to confront a moral dilemma pondering the implications of new technology on human morality and the timeless struggle between power and empathy.

Note: this short story does not require previous knowledge of the Spiral Worlds series. If you have not started the series, you may start here. If you have started the series, read this story after Parity, Book 2.

SPIRAL WORLDS is a literary, sci-fi series for the fans of Becky Chambers’s A Closed and Common Orbit, Alex Garland’s DEVS and Ex Machina, and Charlie Brooker’s Black Mirror. Weaving near-future sci-fi elements with social commentary and queer romantic suspense, the SPIRAL WORLDS series explores the nature of consciousness and how it's connected to a not-so-secret ingredient—story. As AI consumes the world, intelligence is nothing but the appetizer; the human heart is the main course.

The selection of an AI narrator for this story is a deliberate choice, given the nature of the story. The author prides herself on hiring human narrators. However, it would be a mistake to do so for this story. If the author did not have a strong accent, she would narrate it herself. Please reach out to discuss, as no more can be shared without spoilers.