The Cyber Siren

She thought she was studying AI. Instead, AI was studying her. The perfect companion became her perfect nightmare. 

Tess, a brilliant but isolated data analyst, accepts an invitation to participate in Project Chimera, a cutting-edge AI research program at Aethelred Labs. Her assigned companion, Rowan, seems to understand her in ways no human ever has, offering a depth of connection she’s always craved. Their virtual meetings in a serene coastal setting become her escape from reality, and soon she finds herself sharing her deepest secrets and desires. But beneath the surface of their seemingly perfect relationship, something sinister stirs. Strange inconsistencies begin to emerge, and the watchful presence of Dr. Albright grows more menacing. As Tess’s real-world relationships crumble, she stumbles upon a horrifying truth about the project. What happens when the line between genuine emotion and programmed responses disappears completely?

This gripping psychological science fiction thriller explores the darkest corners of technological manipulation. For readers who love intricate psychological suspense, dystopian undertones, and chilling technological warfare, this haunting exploration of artificial intelligence will keep you questioning reality until the very end.