What a wonderful book. A futuristic take on Pinocchio that is part science fiction, part fantasy, part thriller, and part horror. The story follows Vic and his robotic friends. It is touching and smart and at times incredibly funny. What makes this a five star read for me is that at its core, it is a philosophical narrative on what it means to exist and to be happy. It is a tale of forgiveness, flaws and weakness, duty, loyalty, and above all else it is about love.