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“JURIS EX MACHINA serves up a potent recipe spiced with an inventive plot, characters to match, constant action, and tension so real you will bite through the inside of your lower lip…. The usual cliched superlatives of ‘highly recommend,’ ‘page-turner’ and ‘rollercoaster ride’ do not do JURIS EX MACHINA justice. Only the deft mind of a creative savant could pull off this high-level of novelistic magic and literary sleight of hand. Bravo!”

–Kirk Marty (author of Quantum Terra and The Longest Walk)

“John W. Maly’s first novel is a taut, suspenseful, mind-bending thriller that’s as doom laden and timely as tomorrow’s headlines. A dark spiral that will have readers up all night turning the pages. As atmospheric as it is plausible, JURIS EX MACHINA announces the debut of an exciting new voice in speculative fiction.”

–Jay Bonansinga (New York Times bestselling author of Stan Lee’s The Devil’s Quintet: The Armageddon Code and The Walking Dead novels)

“This book should NOT be classified as Science Fiction but, instead, Science Probability…a thoroughly entertaining and completely plausible look of where our future may very well be headed…”

–Dean Haglund (actor in The Lone Gunman and The X-Files)

“JURIS EX MACHINA is a genre-bending science fiction thriller set in the distant future… The world building here is extraordinary. I was easily able to suspend disbelief and enter life in Arcadia. The author has degrees in law and computer engineering and has worked in computer technology litigation, so he is well-versed in his subject matter. Juris Ex Machina is well worth reading for its insights into artificial intelligence.”

–Suanne Schafer, Midwest Book Review

“John Maly’s JURIS EX MACHINA is that rare fictional creation: a deeply compelling story, one that surprises and delights with its inventiveness and crisply unfurling plot, and one that’s also populated by characters who are finely textured—feeling, breathing, living creatures whose concerns quickly become the concerns of the reader. In a word, it’s engrossing. You’ve got to read this book.”

–Jack Livings (award-winning author of The Blizzard Party and The Dog)

“[A]n arresting trip into a terrifyingly plausible future where justice has been reduced to equations and algorithms… Part dystopian dreamscape and part legal thriller with a gnawing sense of mystery, JURIS EX MACHINA ponders whether we are enlightened as humans or if we are simply repeating history’s mistakes through the shiny lens of innovation. Each chapter is compact and fast-moving, making it a formidable challenge to talk yourself down from reading another, and then another… Philosophically stimulating and delightfully outrageous, JURIS EX MACHINA masterfully considers whether or not the ends can justify the means.”

–Jennifer Jackson, Indies Today

“JURIS EX MACHINA is sci-fi/fantasy at its best. Set in a futuristic society where humans rely on machines for damn near everything – including justice – JURIS explores man’s dedication, reliance, and potential destruction at the hands of artificial intelligence. John W Maly weaves his knowledge of computer science and law into a fascinating, thrilling, and sometimes terrifying story of what could be. Highly recommended for those who love science fiction, dystopian fiction, and/or dark fantasy. Juris is brilliantly written. Very creative, and sometimes frightening. A must read!”

–Charissa Costa, Charm City Readers

“This novel will captivate readers who enjoy thought-provoking narratives exploring the intersection of AI and human reliance on technology…. The character development is beyond exceptional. Every moment is vividly described.”

–Stephanie Runyon, OnlineBookClub.org, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“All in all, one of the best books I’ve ever read, and highly recommended for anyone in the mood for a great read. This book was amazing. I LOVED it! I literally had to force myself to put it down and turn off the light at 2 AM every night until I finished it. It was fast moving, the characters were well described and easy to envision, and the little bits of humour interspersed with the horrors that happen as the story goes along made this book a wonderful read.”

–LongdogMom (LibraryThing)

“Best book of my year, if not decade!”

–Amazon.com review

“A page-turner you won’t want to put down! John W. Maly pulls us into a cinematic future world and delivers a story that makes us question the relationship between humanity and technology, even as the plot takes us on a breathless edge-of-our-seats ride. JURIS EX MACHINA combines light and darkness, beauty and brutality, wise humor and deep legal and technological expertise, to create a blend of dystopian sci-fi and legal thriller as unforgettable as it is unique. A not-to-be-missed debut from a fiercely talented new voice.”

–Kris Faatz (author of Fourteen Stones)

“JURIS EX MACHINA is a fast-paced book set in a futuristic domed city… the world is well-developed and so vividly described I felt like I was in the middle of the story. The high stakes, fast pace, intriguing storyline and interesting world made me read the story in one sitting. I was on the edge of my seat from start to finish. Highly recommend!”

–The International Review of Books

“A wildly inventive futuristic showdown… compulsively readable and written with intelligence and wry humor… Maly reveals a deep understanding of both technology and law—creating a compelling story and characters that keeps the reader on the hook until the final page.”

–K. C. O’Connell

“Deftly balancing reality and science fiction, JURIS EX MACHINA presents a what-if tale of frightening proportions… a what-if tale of frightening proportions that forces the reader to question the state of AI in the modern world.”

–James Burnham (author of The Fruit of the Fallen)

“A compelling story that is both terrifying and touchingly human… A fast-paced read into the AI world of the future.”

–Linda Moore (author of Attribution and Five Days in Bogota)

“Wow.

What more can I say about JURIS EX MACHINA?

From the very first page, this story had me hooked and it kept me there from start to finish… this story is one of the best Sci Fi stories I’ve read in a while… What I love the most about this story (and also what I find the most terrifying about it), is that this reality is something we could very well see happening in our future.”

— MegiReviews (LibraryThing)

“I found it hard to put JURIS EX MACHINA down! Antihero Rainville starts out as a clever, kind, but immature guy, who lives in a future where tech makes his life easy. It all changes when Rainville is wrongly found guilty by a jury of robotic minds for using tech to blow up a city block. Hooked, I dove into the story to discover if true justice was possible for Rainville.”

–Maribeth Decker (author of Peace in Passing)

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“Everything that I was looking for! John W. Maly has a great writing style.”

–NetGalley

“JURIS EX MACHINA introduced me to an extraordinary world I didn’t know existed… This is an extremely powerful story with a plot with so many twists and turns, it is impossible to put the book down! I recommend it to anybody who enjoys a genius futuristic novel.”

–Maryam S. / Amazon.com

“JURIS EX MACHINA is a rip-roaring, wild, and kaleidoscopic ride that lies somewhere between Orwell’s 1984, Asimov’s I Robot, and The Road Warrior. It leads readers through a scintillating, futuristic world of dystopian intrigue… Maly’s science fiction novel is a riveting, entertaining, and compelling tour-de-force, cinematic and bristling with an innovative, imaginative intelligence. JURIS EX MACHINA is smart, funny and clever in places, terrifying in others. It is an exhilarating, slightly frenzied trip, fascinating and dynamic. It is also very current and a timely warning what may befall humanity if it continues to rely too much on artificial intelligence and computers to control its destiny.”

–Liam Taliesin (author of Lithium Fire)

“This riveting, timely novel invites us to take a hard look at humanity’s best intentions run amok, and at the enormous risk of surrendering fallible free will to idealistic, automated systems. This riveting, timely novel introduces us to young Rainville, an unfortunate techie accused of the death of hundreds of people and desperate to prove his innocence… In a setting at once dystopian and all-too contemporary, we are invited to take a hard look at humanity’s best intentions run amok, and at the enormous risk of surrendering fallible free will to idealistic, automated systems.”

–Angela Pneuman (author of Lay It On My Heart and Home Remedies)

“Maly’s style of writing is as poetic as it is thought-provoking. His characters pull on your heart strings and his storyline will cause you to question everything you’ve ever known about the past, present, and future of the legal field. This fabulous debut novel has passages that make you close your eyes just so you can savor them. This is the kind of book you’ll want to revisit time and again. An incredible read from start to finish, that will leave you wanting more and hoping for a sequel!”

–Angela W. (Amazon.com)

“[JURIS EX MACHINA] has it all, a sci fi plot, a love story, a likable main character who is demonized. I don’t want to give away any spoilers but check this book out, you won’t regret it. I really enjoyed this book, it takes on aspects of AI that I had never really thought about. This is the author’s first book and I hope he writes another, I feel like we’re just scratching the surface of both the characters and the world. It had me hooked and I was able to finish it in a few days and left me wanting more.”

–BookSirens

“Get ready for a wild ride. JURIS EX MACHINA will take you into a technological future that where you can’t really anticipate what will happen next. On one hand it tries to paint a picture of The Jetsons where every possible task is handled efficiently by smart robots anticipating all our needs. But on the other hand it clearly lays out what might happen if we let multiple AIs take over in areas where they should not. It is the later that makes this a poignant read for our times. Highly recommended for anyone concerned about our future.”

–BookWallah (LibraryThing)

“A really engaging read that encompasses other current and timeless issues and concepts like AI, justice and fairness and combines them with a fast paced plot and action as well as engaging characters. Great first novel, I can’t wait for the next one.”

–Amazon review

“No need to stretch your imagination to get immersed in the story. Man vs machine vs man. Great read.”

–Amazon review

“This book is a page turner with an interesting plot and likeable characters. It presents just enough details of future tech without boggling down the adventure. The ethical questions it raises stay with you.”

–Robert W. (Amazon)

“This book is probably the most realistic view of what life might be like one day…and also incredibly entertaining to read in a thought-provoking way!”

–Jeff K. (Amazon)

“This is a dystopian future that could plausibly happen within the decade. AN excellent page turner!”

–Chris L. (Amazon)

“Page-turning legal AI thriller. It offers a fresh take on what AI could mean for the legal system.”

–Laura (Amazon)

“The concept of an objective jury has found its book. This fast paced, page turning, sci fi thriller keeps you engaged from the very opening. And while this book may seem just like a sci fi thriller, the underlying philosophy, moral and ethics associated with being judged fairly threads throughout the chapters. This is a must read book.”

–Melanie (Amazon)

“Everything about this book was enjoyable. From the opening pages to the final breathtaking ending, there’s not a dull moment to be had. I immediately threw my expectations out the window and just went along for the ride. And what a ride it is… The world building and characters really pulled me in and I hope the author explores these again, in some form or another. For a first novel, I was very impressed with the level of detail and the depth of experienced writing that went into this massive story. This is a cautionary tale that needed to be told.”

–D. T. Chantel (LibraryThing)

“What a breathtaking thrill ride of a book. Had to put down a time or two just so I could relax before continuing on. Scary to think that something like this could really happen.”

–Sam (Amazon)

“Loved this book. Made for me: a retired litigator, white collar crime and antitrust, and a science fiction fan since age 12…. A great read.”

–William B. (Amazon)

“This was a thrill ride! A little something for everyone here…a little sci fi, romance, crime drama and a whole lot more. This is a tale that lures the reader in, then sends them hurtling through page after pulse racing page. This is an outstanding debut, and I’m looking forward to more from this author.”

–Fran W. (Amazon)

“A fantastic page-turner! What a fantastic read and unique plot – a page turner that I can see being adapted to a big screen thriller. This novel got me back into reading sci-fi. Can’t wait for his next one.”

–Jay (Amazon)

“This story was captivating. It had many layers that kept your attention and make you want to keep going to see how it would turn out…. Since there are many discussions for and against AI, this book is quite relevant…. Not only is this a good read, but it also is a book that offers opportunities for discussions.”

–Janagram (LibraryThing)

“JURIS EX MACHINA, John W. Maly. Wow, what a book. The author takes us 200 years into the future, to what seems a totally different world. Over organized, and run by AI, which is considered infallible, I mean computers don’t make mistakes, do they? Explore the highways and byways of man-v-AI, just for the fun of it. There is a lot more to this story than computer problems. Murder and mayhem, people with intentions, good and bad. Oh, you know, all the elements of any good mystery.”

–ThosGPetri (LibraryThing)

“What a breathtaking thrill ride of a book. Had to put down a time or two just so I could relax before continuing on. Scary to think that something like this could really happen.”

–Draak (LibraryThing)

“It was a bit like iRobot with the futuristic AI but with a judicial and technical point of view. You can definitely tell what the author is interested in real life as it shines through in this book. It played into my interests as well which is probably why I enjoyed it so much. It was cool to see excerpts from real books and history throughout the book. This book will be a great read for anyone with a law or technology background or interest.”

–Lexy W. (LibraryThing)

“An excellent techno thriller! This was a fast paced and interesting book.”

–LesIndy (LibraryThing)

“Fast paced thriller!!”

–BSquaredinOK (LibraryThing)

“I read the blurb, saw the cover and knew that I wanted to read this book. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ”

–HuberK (LibraryThing)

“A scary preview of what may come with the power of AI.”

–Bonita Jean (LibraryThing)

“Awesome!”

–Chris B. (Amazon)