Artificial Wisdom

Paperback Published on: 04/06/2026
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Bookseller Reviews

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Artificial Wisdom
Like nothing you've read before
Weaver's debut is simply phenomenal. Artificial Wisdom is an extraordinary exploration of the intersection between artificial intelligence and human consci... READ MORE
Anthony at Waterstones Coventry
Artificial Wisdom
Political thriller meets dystopian sci-fi
Artificial Wisdom sits right on the line between a political thriller and a dystopian Sci-Fi novel, so much so that I’d encourage readers of either genre t... READ MORE
Bookseller Adam, Lichfield
Artificial Wisdom
A smush of so many genres!
This book had such an intriguing premise and I loved every second. It truly is a mix of so many well-loved genres, which could have ended up disjointed and... READ MORE
Jess Grossmith
Artificial Wisdom
So deeply relevant
So important to our times and perfectly encapsulates every fear and speck of confusion we are experiencing currently.
Emily Greenough

Synopsis

A suspenseful sci-fi thriller exposing the fate of humanity, perfect for fans of PROJECT HAIL MARY, THERE IS NO ANTIMEMETICS DIVISION and WOOL.

'As modern as tomorrow and even more frightening... Stunning' Terry Hayes, bestselling author of I Am Pilgrim
'An imaginative, impressive debut... Particularly compelling is Weaver’s riveting vision of technology in the near future and its ramifications once humans can no longer discern what is real' The Times
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Who would you trust with the future?

The year is 2050. In the teeth of a climate catastrophe, the world is left with a drastic solution: one global leader to steer it through the coming apocalypse.

The final two candidates are ex-US President Lockwood, and Solomon, the world’s first political artificial intelligence.

As whispers of a global conspiracy emerge, investigative journalist Marcus Tully find himself at the centre of it – when Solomon’s creator turns up murdered.

Overnight, one investigation becomes two, and it’s not just the result of the election that’s at stake but the future of the species. Suddenly humanity must make an impossible choice – between salvation, or freedom.

The heart-racing sequel, INFINITE WISDOM, is available for pre-order now.
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Readers are obsessed with ARTIFICIAL WISDOM

'As thought-provoking as it is entertaining'
'More like this please!'
'I hope there is a second book!'
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Publisher information

  • Publisher: Transworld Publishers Ltd
  • ISBN: 9781804997307
  • Number of pages: 480
  • Dimensions: 198 x 128 x 32 mm
  • Weight: 332g
  • Languages: English

Customer Reviews

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Artificial Wisdom
one of the year biggest hits
Undoubtedly this will be one of the biggest hits of the year, it’s a compelling, fascinating and original read. Be prepared for something different, expect... READ MORE
Andy  wormald
Artificial Wisdom
difficult to get into
I generally enjoy dystopian books and really liked the idea of this one involving an election to be world leader between a US president and an AI political... READ MORE
jean
Artificial Wisdom
A fast-paced, high-concept sci-fi thriller that grabs you from page one
Artificial Wisdom by Thomas R. Weaver is a fast-paced, high-concept sci-fi thriller that grabs you from page one and doesn’t let go. I’d seen this book ... READ MORE
stephen cadman
Artificial Wisdom
Remarkable!
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Rae Preston
Artificial Wisdom
Bit slow, not quite what I expected
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an advance copy of this book. It seems that this is a reissue with extra bits but I had not heard of the book ... READ MORE
am/am/am
Artificial Wisdom
Five stars!
A breathtaking and powerful debut that completely gripped me from start to finish. Set in 2050, the world is still haunted by the devastating heatwave that... READ MORE
The Secret Book Review
Artificial Wisdom
A strong debut
An idiosyncratic thriller with a thoroughly engaging hook (one that, importantly, feels close to what the future for humanity could entail). While there ma... READ MORE
Kit Nevile
Artificial Wisdom
Clever and Thought Provoking
Artificial Wisdom is a clever and thought-provoking mix, a multi-layered sci-fi thriller and so much more. Set in 2050, the world has been ravaged by cl... READ MORE
Elizabeth Currie
This reviewer received a free of charge product for review.
Artificial Wisdom
Enjoyable overall
Enjoyed this overall, though I was up and down about it at times as it wasn't quite what I was expecting. Set in a dystopian future, the slowish start deve... READ MORE
Charlotte Wilson
Artificial Wisdom
Techno Thriller Perfection
Artificial Wisdom is probably the best techno-thriller I’ve ever read and easily goes toe to toe with other heavy hitters in the genre. The story goes ... READ MORE
Emma Kelly
Artificial Wisdom
A timely warning!
Not my usual genre of book but a nice surprise. Set in the year 2050, the world has changed due to climate change and political upheaval. Truth is a scarce... READ MORE
AnneJar55
Artificial Wisdom
Great sci-fi with a twist!
Thank you to the author and Netgalley for letting me read this book in an exchange for an honest review. I was drawn into this book from the cover and the ... READ MORE
Katie Brock
Artificial Wisdom
Climate Change in the future
A story for contemplation. Set less than 30 years in the future and our planet is suffering. Climate Crisis is headline news and millions died in the p... READ MORE
Jen1010
Artificial Wisdom
3.5 stars
This unique and interesting read is a blend of dystopian sci-fi and murder mystery, unlike anything I’ve read before. However, I did have to persevere. ... READ MORE
Catherine Tempany
Artificial Wisdom
Interesting
I throughly enjoyed this book, it has such a range of topics, but at no point does it become confusing or too much. I brings together so many different gen... READ MORE
Mrsbookburnee
Artificial Wisdom
A Gripping, Terrifyingly Real Sci-Fi Debut
I can't believe this is a debut novel. This was quite a story. Science fiction, mystery thriller, political intrigue... all blended together to take us ... READ MORE
Sandra Macia Vazquez
This reviewer received a free of charge product for review.
Artificial Wisdom
Interesting but flawed
This was intriguing conceptually but there was too much going on to make it really compelling. Culling some of the themes and developing more engaging char... READ MORE
Ann Alderton
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Artificial Wisdom
Dystopian nightmare
I felt this was one of the best sci-fi books I’ve read in years. It’s not just the story and writing, which are fabulous, but it’s realistic. Sadly you cou... READ MORE
SuzyCO
Artificial Wisdom
Fascinating
I read an eARC of this book on NetGalley so thank you to the author and the publisher. Reading this book in 2026 is scary! The pace, the intrigue and t... READ MORE
Jennifer Charlton
This reviewer received a free of charge product for review.