[Translation] Paul Harnaki. "Drivers". Preface, prologue, chapters 1–4

Habr has published a translation of the first chapters of Paul Harnaki's science fiction novel "Drivers." The story is set in a dystopian future where artificial intelligence and automation have rendered most human professions obsolete, creating a stark divide between the elite and those struggling to survive in poverty. The protagonist, Ryland Gray, who only wanted to develop games, finds himself drawn into a dangerous real-life game that could determine the fate of humanity. Children from poor families are forced into "opportunity camps" to find any path to survival. The publication includes the preface, prologue, and four chapters that immerse the reader in an atmosphere of cyberpunk and the struggle for existence. The author explores themes of responsibility for technological progress and the price society pays for comfort achieved through AI. The work is intended for an 18+ audience and combines elements of action and social drama.