Emily Eternal - M.G. Wheaton

More than just an Artificial Intelligence, Emily is an Artificial Consciousness. She lives like a normal human as much as possible, with a whole campus simulation to walk around, a dorm room and even kitchen gadgets that she can't quite figure out. Emily can actually feel emotions, though she does like to check that some of them haven't just been programmed in. 

Emily was created to be a kind of virtual psychiatrist, but when the world discovers that the sun is dying much sooner than anyone ever imagined, her brain is needed to help find a solution. After seemingly endless attempts to find a answer, a group of scientists require Emily's help to save all of humanity digitally instead. However, it is while doing this that Emily discovers a different possibility. She sees an alternative that might just work to actually save people's lives.

I really liked the way Emily was revealed to the reader gradually at the start. It is so fascinating seeing how Emily's mind works and following the connections she makes. She has such an amazing brain but at the same time is a very relatable, wonderful character. This book had a fantastic mix of science and emotion, with mystery, intrigue, and a dash of romance. I never could have imagined the solution Emily comes up with, she manages to keep you guessing all through.

In consideration of Emily's indomitable spirit, here's an Eternal Spirit to sip on while reading.

Mix all the following ingredients in a shaker with ice, then fine strain into a cocktail glass: 1&1/2 shots white rum, 1/2 shot vermouth, 1/3 shot amaretto, 2/3 shot lemon juice, 3 slices of peeled cucumber, 1 teaspoon sugar.