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One big problem > One unstoppable disaster<br/><br/>As artificial intelligence swallows jobs, a desperate UK government searches for solutions to keep the masses content.<br/><br/>Enter Andy Samuels, a bored advertising guru in search of his next big win. Teaming up with chatbot mastermind Rick Osborn, he pitches Colin – a pocket-sized AI companion designed to boost positivity and mental wellbeing.<br/><br/>Andy sees profit. Rick sees a better world. Jacob Chastain, the ambitious politician heading up the project, sees political gold. And Colin? Well, he just wants to help us all.<br/><br/>Three men, three agendas, and an idea that’s too good for its own good.<br/><br/>From the award-winning author of Hacking George comes a gripping, darkly comic thrill ride into the very near future. Perfect for fans of Black Mirror, Dave Eggers, John Marrs and Ben Elton.<br/><br/>Buy it now before reality catches up.<br/><br/>Editorial review<br/>“A fast-moving absorbing plot coupled with believable characters made this a fun read that once you start you'll not want to put down.” – Reedsy<br/><br/>- - - - - -<br/><br/>What people are saying about Cute:<br/><br/> “Hilarious, haunting, and all too plausible.”<br/><br/> “Palmer’s satire expertly skewers the absurdities of our tech-driven world.”<br/><br/> “Hope it's made into a movie."<br/><br/> “It's a can't put down and once you do, can't stop thinking about it kinda book!”<br/><br/> “Topical, cleverly plotted, often laugh-out-loud funny.”