The story delivers an interesting premise, where the only profession left after the rise of the machines and the enslavement of humanity is basically being more human than human, being the best actor you can be. There’s something that works for me in the public/private dichotomy for the actress (highlighted in the last line, an… Continue reading “The Next Scene” by Robert Reed
I usually don’t warn about spoilers, because if you’re reading a review of something then it rather goes without saying, but this time really—experience the story for yourself first, then come back. Don’t worry, this’ll keep. So! This is really kind of brilliant. You think it’s one story, then another, then it turns out it’s… Continue reading “Everyone from Themis Sends Letters Home” by Genevieve Valentine
In short, this is pretty awesome. Stylistically it’s a bit jumpy for my taste in places, but overall it’s notably different and very satisfying. When I want to pick up the next book immediately, I know that it’s done something very right. This deserves some more examination, particularly of the make-up of and relationships between… Continue reading Luna: New Moon by Ian McDonald