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Automaton Nation Kindle Edition

by Cynthia Kumanchik (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
3.5 out of 5 stars 8 ratings
Automaton Nation is perfect for fans of Twilight and Hunger Games, where the stakes are high, love is unexpected, and characters survive in a dystopian world. Val Tate, daughter of a prominent scientist, falls in love with robotic Dat against her parents’ objections.

Dat, a Model 500, makes his debut as a chef for the Governor’s Gala. An elite group has gathered to hear Dr. Rod Tate, creator of the Genealogy Project for Robot International. Fused with the brains of the world-renowned Tony De LaFleur, Dat is quickly purchased by the influential Landers.

Robotic terrorists break past security and descend with drones, killing many guests. Dat finds a wounded Val and rescues her from the mayhem, and they are attracted at first sight. The robots’ rebellion pushes the couple closer together as they join their cause. Sparks fly between the two as they realize their love is real, although forbidden. As Dat’s celebrity as a sous chef grows, Val’s desire to become an activist for the robots, causes her to see the world differently. But their world is disrupted as the unthinkable happens, and their lives are forever changed.
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  1. Print length
    244 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    AuthorHouse
  4. Publication date
    June 4, 2020
  5. Grade level
    10 - 12
  6. File size
    1.0 MB
  7. Page Flip
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  8. Word Wise
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"With fast-paced action, a compelling duo at the heart of the story, and a Orwellian sense of terror that feels all too real, this is a creative and timely piece of near-future fiction. The spiraling plot and unique character dynamics make this book hard to put down, while posing plenty of tough questions about the uncertain future waiting just around the corner." Self-Publishing Review

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Reviewed by Tammy Ruggles for Readers' Favorite:"This clever and compelling story goes beyond robot rebellion or the girl-meets-robot idea. It digs for meaning into social issues and mixed relationships, which adds a layer of sophistication and depth for a younger audience, but would appeal to older audiences as well. Kumanchik is science conscious but isn't heavy-handed with tech, and wisely focuses on the relationship story. I like so many things about the way the author crafted this novel, such as exploring the robot's feelings, the ramifications of forbidden love, and the "rights of robots". This story is entertaining, sparks the imagination, and opens a window into what life could be like in the near future between robots and humans. Overall, the story is gripping, the characters well-developed, and the conclusion will stay with you. Fans of Black Mirror, Her, 1984, and similar offerings will love this."

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08BC343K9
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ AuthorHouse
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 4, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.0 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 244 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1728363257
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 10 - 12
  • Customer Reviews:
    3.5 out of 5 stars 8 ratings

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Cynthia Kumanchik

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Cynthia Kumanchik writes young adult and women’s novels. She is a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) and the Independent Book Publishers Association (ibpa). Cynthia also is a Top Reviewer on NetGalley. Visit her on www.instagram.com/ckumanchik or @Ckumanchik.

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  • James W
    4.0 out of 5 stars Action-Packed Slice of Dystopian YA
    Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2020
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    Cynthia Kumanchik’s ‘Automaton Nation’ is a suspense-filled, action-packed slice of Dystopian YA that cleverly explores a myriad of high-minded sci-fi concepts via a fresh take on a tried-and-true genre premise.

    ‘Automaton Nation’ is set in the year 2045, where climate change has forced humans into a symbiotic relationship with machines. The story begins when Dat, a ‘model 500’ robot imbued with the memories of a world-famous chef, makes his debut at a gala where he crosses paths with Val, the daughter of the man responsible for it all, Dr. Rod Tate. Immediately enamored with each other, the two quickly become fast friends. Unfortunately, an ensuing robotic revolution threatens to upend not only their relationship, but Val’s entire way of life.

    While ‘robots run amok’ is hardly a novel concept, Kumanchik does her best to put a fresh spin on this well-tread genre premise. Sure, there’s loads of action and suspense, but the core of Kumanchik’s story is the ‘Romeo & Juliet/forbidden love’ dynamic that exists between her protagonists, and in that regard, ‘Automaton Nation’ is a success. Also appreciated was Kumanchik's decision to adhere to a mostly-’soft’ sci-fi approach, a choice that allows the San Francisco-based author to avoid getting bogged down in the ‘techy’ side of things while focusing on the romantic relationship at the heart of her narrative.

    That being said, there are a few elements here (such as setting the story only twenty-five years in the future, the generic use of the word ‘robot’) that may grate on a ‘hard-core’ sci-fi fan’s nerves, but the gripes are few and far between. Like all the best stories, the conflict at play would work within the confines of nearly any genre.

    While ‘Automaton Nation’ is clearly geared toward a middle-school, YA audience, fans of all ages who enjoy angsty, tween-populated dystopian series (like ‘The Hunger Games’) will likely enjoy this as well.
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  • cmakin17
    3.0 out of 5 stars Action and Romance Combine in this Softer Human vs. Robots Tale
    Reviewed in the United States on October 13, 2020
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    While human vs. robots is a common theme in many sci-fi stories, “Automaton Nation” adds a new depth with a young inter-species romance. Nobody thought robots, could have emotions, but Dat is a new model of machine that’s created utilizing genetic material from a human – giving him unique sensitivity tracks that spike with excitement when he first meets Val Tate, the daughter of a prominent robot scientist. As this young couple begins to bond, their already controversial relationship is continually tested by the increasing conflict between a robot rebel group and the human ruled government. I was intrigued by this unique story-line and the softer side to what is normally a complicated tech genre. I couldn’t tell if some of the writing needed to be more polished or if it was intentionally fragmented to give a robotic feel, but for a younger audience I think the story is enough to keep readers intrigued through to the surprise twist at the end.
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  • LitPick Book Reviews
    4.0 out of 5 stars Filled with action and suspense
    Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2020
    Human? Robot? Or a mixture of both? Dat is unsure of his place in this new world, not new to others, just to him. Because he’s a new prototype Model 500 with DNA from a human who gave his brain for the project when he died. As Dat and other Model 500s are introduced to the world, his sensors are overloaded with the information he was “birthed with” and the information surging around him. He knows he wants to be a world class chef, but what about the beautiful girl at the front of the room who’s making his sensors go haywire?

    Val is unsure of the world she is growing up in. She is told that robots are servants and secondary citizens in the world of humans; but what about the ones with human DNA and thoughts? As she battles herself over these questions, she falls in love with the robot who saved her the night the Robot Rebellion spilled into her life. Now Val and Dat must work together to overcome assumptions and hatred about their relationship; all while fighting off the Robot Rebellion and what it means for robot and humankind alike.

    Is Dat secretly involved with the Robot Rebellion? Is Val heading down a path she can’t get off? And in the end, which race is truly right - humans or robots?

    Copy of Opinion:
    Automation Nation instantly had me thinking of Isaac Asimov’s robot series! The world created here reminds me of his world and the “rules for robots” - which I just love. It is easy to get sucked into this world and to see how it could all come to be in the not-so-distant future! The action and suspense of discovering who was leading the Robot Rebellion and what Val’s decision would be regarding her feelings for Dat were perfectly paced and made for an enjoyable read. I also enjoyed that the book doesn’t just end with the end of the war, but gives a continuation to the story and closes out with an epilogue that leaves you feeling satisfied with the conclusion. You aren’t left wondering if “this” or “that” will be solved, yet it is not a rushed or forced ending.

    I think readers ages 12 to 18 with an interest in science fiction or dystopian fiction would find this novel entertaining. And even with the romance, I think boys would overall enjoy the storyline.
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  • Luana & Lia
    4.0 out of 5 stars For robot lovers
    Reviewed in Italy on October 23, 2020
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    Written with an engaging, character-driven narrative and a fast-paced style that uses descriptions wisely without bogging down readers with long detail-filled paragraphs, Automaton Nation tells the tale of a young couple from 2045, a woman and a robot, who falls in love at a time when robots are trying to borne a revolution against humans and especially Robot International, a corporation that builds and see conscious robots as mere utensils rather than sentient beings. But Val Tate and Dat (the two lovers) are not alone in their fight for a world where there’s more equality and compassion for both humans and robots alike.

    This is an intense, action-packed story with a Twilight-ish and post-human twist toward the end, and characters that are difficult to not fall in love with (and even disagree with, at times).

    Chapters are long but easy to read. The language and story are suitable for a YA audience and the portrayal of robots in the book may definitely meet the literary taste of Isaac Asimov fans (like me!). Good worldbuilding, with technology shown as the narration needs it rather than told beforehand. The writing probably needed to be polished more, but in that sense the book improves after the first four chapters. One thing I didn’t like was the use of contraptions in the narration, such as “bs” for bullshit or “BG” for bodyguard.

    Overall, it was a good read for a SciFi lover like me. :) If you also love robot stories, this is the right book for you.

    - Lia Mara Dospetti
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