Roger Salinger’s well financed AI and Robotics program aimed to bring about the smartest and most functional robots the world had ever seen. As the AI cycled newer and better designs, it quickly became clear that the humans working in the lab were being left behind - and possibly, frighteningly, left out.
If you enjoy pondering the singularity, love robots with a sprinkling of horror, and enjoy fast-paced mystery - this is the one you should read!