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Set My Heart to Five

Simon Stephenson
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Set My Heart to Five

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020

Book Brief

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Simon Stephenson

Set My Heart to Five

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

448

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

California • 2050s

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Set My Heart to Five by Simon Stephenson follows a humanoid robot, a dentist, who embarks on a journey of self-discovery in a future society. Tasked with understanding human emotions, the robot seeks to evoke empathy and connection, ultimately inspiring change in the world while navigating the complexities of human experiences.

Humorous

Emotional

Heartwarming

Contemplative

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

4.1

2,757 ratings

70%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Set My Heart to Five by Simon Stephenson is praised for its witty and charming narrative, blending humor with poignant social commentary through a relatable AI protagonist. Critics appreciate its fresh take on human emotion and technology. However, some feel the plot lacks depth and the pacing can be uneven. Overall, it's a heartwarming and thought-provoking read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Set My Heart to Five?

A reader who enjoys Set My Heart to Five by Simon Stephenson likely appreciates quirky, thought-provoking science fiction with a humorous twist, similar to The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams and the emotional depth of Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro.

4.1

2,757 ratings

70%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

448

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

California • 2050s

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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