The Ripper's Son

A Rho Agenda Novel

By: Richard Phillips

Narrated by: Alexander Cendese

Rob Gregory didn’t ask to be different.

Since Rob’s childhood accident, electronics feel like extensions of his own body. Networks, cellphones, computers. He can sense them, control them, bend them to his will. In a world governed by a distributed superintelligence, that makes Rob a target. When a rogue AI begins manipulating global systems, Rob finds himself caught in a war he didn’t see coming. A powerful cartel, a collapsing world order, and a fractured artificial god all converge on one truth: someone has to fight back. Rob’s about to discover just how far he’s willing to go to stop it.

The next evolution of man vs machine begins here.

©2025 Richard Phillips (P)2025 Richard Phillips

Phillips Delivers Again: AI's Future and Human Nature. Complex AI, Human Truths, and the Curse of a Cliffhanger

It's great to see this series continue and pick up exactly where Meridian Ascent left off. This book feels like an exciting appetizer, signaling just the beginning of the next chapter. I'd love to share more, but I don't want to spoil it!

However, I must commend Mr. Phillips for the incredible complexities of an AI-ruled world and its potential outcomes. He even delves into how human nature would adapt to prolonged, sedentary lives. My only major complaint? The agonizing wait for the next installment in this new series!

For anyone looking to dive into Richard Phillips's Rho series, I highly recommend it. Just be warned: if you dislike waiting for the next book because the current one is that good, then perhaps this isn't for you. But for those who appreciate truly captivating storytelling, this series is a must-read. Thank you, Mr. Phillips!

A fast paced roller coaster!

This is a captivating telling of THE RIPPER’S SON. While I had read the printed book, I discovered that listening to the audio book brought out details I had missed. And the characters came to life even more. Not only that - I didn’t want to stop listening even though I knew what was coming. Totally engaging!