The colonization of Mars began with vision and the power of science and money, but it didn't take long for greed to rear its ugly head. As the wonder of Mars turned ugly, the United Nations formed the Joint Academic Research and Development Organization (JARDO) and choose the world-renowned scientist Marvin Dryer to head it up.

Dryer uses his influence at Harvard and MIT to assemble a team of the brightest young minds in science. Individually, they are all superstars, but together with a sentient AI cognate known as SAMI, they become a mighty force that wields unimaginable powers.

One of the standout features of this book is the author's skill in crafting a believable and immersive future world. From the intricacies of space travel to AI that can help humanity colonize the solar system, the details are all meticulously researched and thoughtfully presented.

But what I feel really sets "MARS LEGACY" apart is Scott’s perspective on artificial intelligence, and how he addresses the issues of how AI will impact our society. What happens when AI becomes more than ChatGPT?

Overall, "MARS LEGACY" is a thought-provoking and engaging read that will appeal to anyone with an interest in hard science fiction and the future of artificial intelligence. With its complex characters, intricate world-building, and profound themes, this book is sure to leave a lasting impression on its readers. Highly recommended!

Brett Bilbrey
Former Head of Technology Advancement at Apple

“Stand aside, Douglas Adams and Kurt Vonnegut; Scott Billups has more mind-blowing ideas than you can shake a particle beam at.”

Brian McKernan
Former Editor - OMNI Magazine