My new technothriller “The Golden Relic” marks the beginning of a new series of AI action thrillers I’ll be writing over the next couple of years. Early reviewers are giving it five stars and high ratings, and it’s already hit No. 1 in one Amazon bestseller category.

The novel’s plot follows a father who’ll go to any length to protect his 10-year-old daughter from a tech mogul bent on using her in his quest for immortality.  Technothrillers can be a blend of action thriller, military thriller and a bit of science fiction thrown in, and this story has all three.  

But what I found most interesting about this release was the reaction of the ChatGPT 4o AI to this novel in which Athena, a superintelligence, plays a major role as the chief intelligence officer for the antagonist’s AI startup.

My former colleague and marketing wizard Chris Abraham asked ChatGPT 4o about the book last week and here’s what it replied:

“The Golden Relic” is the latest high-tech thriller by JD Lasica, set for publication on November 7, 2024. Known for his Shadow Operatives series, Lasica’s new novel intertwines ancient mysteries with cutting-edge technology. The story follows tech mogul Xander J. Recker on a quest that spans from the ruins of Persepolis to the shores of Puerto Rico, delving into themes of immortality, artificial intelligence, and the secrets held by ancient relics.

Lasica’s background as a tech entrepreneur and media expert enriches his storytelling, offering readers a blend of suspense and scientific intrigue. The novel includes a “Fact vs. Fiction” section, providing insights into the real-world science that inspired the plot.

For those interested in pre-ordering, the e-book is available at a discounted rate. This release promises to captivate fans of techno-thrillers and science fiction alike.

That was spot on … and you really have to wonder how mild and meek ChatGPT may change if artificial general intelligence arrives in 2025, as some are predicting.