Bobiverse

Dennis E. Taylor

After an untimely death, Bob Johansson awakens a century later as a digitally recreated consciousness with no legal rights and an extraordinary assignment: pilot an advanced probe into deep space to search for habitable worlds. Forced to choose between serving the state and being shut down, Bob must navigate political intrigue, rival expeditions, and the hazards of an unforgiving universe. As he explores the cosmos—and discovers unexpected possibilities for his own existence—he confronts questions of identity, autonomy, technological progress, and what it means to remain human. Witty, inventive, and fast-paced, this opening novel in the Bobiverse blends hard science fiction with humor and philosophical speculation.

Dennis E. Taylor

Bob Johansson's unexpected journey begins with a frozen brain and a mission he never signed up for: piloting a von Neumann probe across the stars. What was meant to be a solitary exploration quickly transforms into a cosmic responsibility when he becomes a revered deity to a primitive alien civilization. Facing down existential threats and navigating the unpredictable chaos of a post-apocalyptic future, Bob must grapple with his newfound role and the immense power he wields. Dennis E. Taylor crafts an imaginative sci-fi saga that explores themes of destiny, responsibility, and the unexpected consequences of advanced technology.