All These Worlds

“All These Worlds” is the concluding volume in Dennis E. Taylor’s popular Bobiverse trilogy. The story continues to follow Bob, an artificial intelligence housed in a space probe, as he tackles multiple crises on different fronts. Earth’s political landscape teeters on the brink of collapse, and the Deltan and Pavlovian extraterrestrial civilizations pose unique ethical dilemmas. The novel delves deep into questions about artificial intelligence, extraterrestrial life, and the ethical responsibilities of a god-like entity. The narrative skillfully combines hard science fiction elements with humor and emotional depth, providing a satisfying conclusion to a series that explores what it means to be sentient and the complexities of stewardship on a cosmic scale.