Artifact

A Sci-Fi Thriller

By: Jeremy Robinson

Narrated by: R.C. Bray

In an isolated Alaskan town, the local sheriff uncovers a secret lab where generative AI and bioprinting have unleashed something monstrous....

Sheriff Colton Graves prefers the quiet life in Raven's Rest, Alaska, a remote town accessible only by tunnel and home to a hardy mix of locals and secrets buried in the ice. But when a camel wanders down Main Street—its head grotesquely sprouting a dozen eyes—Colton knows his quiet days are over. The bizarre incident leads him to NovaGen, a nearby research facility constructed inside a Cold War bunker, buried in the mountains above town. There, a trail of blood and eerie silence hints at something far more sinister than an escaped animal experiment.

With his deputies—the sharp-witted Tali and rookie Ethan—Colton recruits a few trusted locals, including the unshakable Marit, Tali's sister; the intimidating "Grizz" Norval; and Edgar "Old Red" Rydell, an aging man plagued by demons from when he worked at the bunker during its covert days.

Together, they investigate the abandoned lab. What begins as a search for missing scientists soon reveals chilling evidence: pools of blood without bodies, cryptic warnings left behind, a bloody six-fingered handprint, and the revelation of a generative AI capable of printing living organisms. As they descend deeper into the lab, it becomes clear the answers they seek may come at a terrifying cost—and what was made in the dark may not be content to stay there.

New York Times and #1 Audible bestselling author, Jeremy Robinson reclaims his title as one of the best Michael Crichton successors with this harrowing blend of suspense, science, and survival. Artifact takes listeners into a frozen abyss where innovation and nightmares collide.

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Critic reviews

"Jeremy Robinson has crafted a narrative that honours the traditions of authors like Michael Crichton while infusing it with his unique voice and style. The novel's exploration of AI ethics, combined with its chilling horror elements and emotional depth, make it a must-read for fans of the genre." —Ginger Nuts of Horror

Awesome!!!

I mean what can I say that I haven’t said in all my other reviews on Jeremy’s books!?!? Genius as always! RC Bray is the best at what he does!!

Another Jeremy Robinson classic

As a PhD level scientist with 7° who love science fiction it is hard to beat Jerry Robinson. I absolutely love what he does with technology and mostly with human relationships.

Interesting premise

I enjoyed the characters in this book very much. There was a lot of action and good pacing. The plot was a bit convoluted but there were some very real life aspects. Overall, I enjoyed it.

Highly entertaining

A fun sci-fi romp through some very current issues in our world. I particularly enjoyed the author’s expression of what it is like to live with autism.

Awesome

Amazing writing and narration as always. I can’t get enough of his books. Keep them coming