Eric Tuovila

This was a slog. The two page chapters helped move things along, but if it weren’t for the fact that this was a true story I’d have DNF’d. You’ll get more information and closure from reading the story on Wikipedia, since the full trial isn’t even included in the book.

Patterson has a predictable and limited writing style that doesn’t work for me. It’s safe to say this is the first and last of his books I’ll read.

Some parts I enjoyed, some parts dragged. When he started riffing on the metric system near the end I was just chugging through, trying to finish. I enjoy his writing and shower thoughts style in general, but I don’t think this book warranted almost 300 pages.

This was a worthwhile read when I first read it 10 years ago, and re-reading it today I could argue that I find it even more worthwhile in the era of mainstream artificial intelligence. I've been simultaneously an early adopter and a cautious detractor of new technology for most of my life, while also working in tech. This book forces me to pause and carefully evalute my personal choices regarding technology use, as well as my stance on the subject.

Very thorough, insightful and well-written. Lots of data and evidence provided.

I wouldn't say this book is well-written—it's a bit scattered in my opinion. However, there are some incredible concepts and ideas in it that make it an essential read.