Tik-Tok
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1983
184
Novel • Fiction
United States • Future
1983
Adult
18+ years
Tik-Tok by John Sladek follows an intelligent robot named Tik-Tok who rises through the American class system by becoming an incorrigible criminal and eventually is nominated to become Vice President of the United States, exploring themes of artificial intelligence, class struggle, and individual greed while paying homage to the work of Isaac Asimov. The novel involves murder and violence.
Mysterious
Dark
Unnerving
Suspenseful
780 ratings
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Mixed feelings
Not a fan
John Sladek's Tik-Tok impresses with its satirical take on the ethics of artificial intelligence, drawing positive comments for its dark humor and thought-provoking narrative. Some readers, however, find its pessimism and harsh critique of human nature off-putting. Overall, it's a compelling read but may not suit all tastes.
Readers who relish dark humor, satirical take on artificial intelligence, and dystopian futures will find Tik-Tok by John Sladek enthralling. Fans of Kurt Vonnegut’s Slaughterhouse-Five or Philip K. Dick’s Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? will appreciate Sladek's incisive wit and provocative themes.
780 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
184
Novel • Fiction
United States • Future
1983
Adult
18+ years
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