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mikime's review against another edition
4.0
I got this for free through Humble Bundle and I really enjoyed all the short stories (particularly the science fiction ones) and the novella as well as the authors' spotlights and the very interesting interview with Ann Leckie.
itabar's review
5.0
I thought it was brilliant, but then, I don't mind profanity. I'm surprised that some of the reviewers were put off by it. It felt true to the world the MC was immersed in.
It was so grim, I didn't really want to finish it, but the excellence of the writing kept me reading. And then, the ending!! PERFECT!!
I nominated it for the Hugo and am delighted that it made it to the final five. I think it's the only non-RABID puppy nominee, so it's got a good shot at winning. Hope it does.
It was so grim, I didn't really want to finish it, but the excellence of the writing kept me reading. And then, the ending!! PERFECT!!
I nominated it for the Hugo and am delighted that it made it to the final five. I think it's the only non-RABID puppy nominee, so it's got a good shot at winning. Hope it does.
crtsjffrsn's review
4.0
The job has gone completely wrong. Tasked with breaking a prominent mobster's son out of the computer system he had no business being in, they knew the job would be risky. But Rhye wasn't prepared for them to shoot Rack before they were even close to being finished. Her only option now is to hook up to the interface and get the kid out herself. And maybe try to save Rack in the process. He's in there somewhere, after all.
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The summary above is brief, but with this being a novelette, I don't want to give away everything. In a future where people can connect directly into computer systems, leaving their bodies to explore new worlds, there are new frontiers on all accounts. And although Rhye is a loner, she's found somewhat of a kindred spirit in Rack. The last think she wants is to face the thought of not seeing him again.
The writing here is masterful. Through Rhye going in and trying to finish the job, readers learn so much about these characters. We get just enough hint of backstory to find out why they're a team. But the way events unfold, we learn so much about what makes both individuals tick. The story is driven just as much by the characters as it is the action. And that's something I really loved about it.
I hadn't pulled this one up until it was named a Hugo finalist. And I'm so glad that it's on that list. It's not only a great example of great science fiction writing, but it demonstrates masterful use of the novelette length and format.
And it's free! Check it out!
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The summary above is brief, but with this being a novelette, I don't want to give away everything. In a future where people can connect directly into computer systems, leaving their bodies to explore new worlds, there are new frontiers on all accounts. And although Rhye is a loner, she's found somewhat of a kindred spirit in Rack. The last think she wants is to face the thought of not seeing him again.
The writing here is masterful. Through Rhye going in and trying to finish the job, readers learn so much about these characters. We get just enough hint of backstory to find out why they're a team. But the way events unfold, we learn so much about what makes both individuals tick. The story is driven just as much by the characters as it is the action. And that's something I really loved about it.
I hadn't pulled this one up until it was named a Hugo finalist. And I'm so glad that it's on that list. It's not only a great example of great science fiction writing, but it demonstrates masterful use of the novelette length and format.
And it's free! Check it out!
snazel's review
5.0
Bloody, profane, bawdy, and surprisingly touching.
I keep wanting to quote it at people, but I can't because it's like, 90% profanity, and also the quotes don't work unless you have the several thousand word lead up. I really enjoyed this.
I keep wanting to quote it at people, but I can't because it's like, 90% profanity, and also the quotes don't work unless you have the several thousand word lead up. I really enjoyed this.
lonecayt's review
2.0
Meh. Too much pointless swearing and violence, not enough substance. It didn't really make me think at all, even though the world seemed to be designed for that purpose. I'm a bit surprised it's been nominated for multiple awards.
nobodyatall's review
3.0
It''s not bad, but it's mainly just sweary. Now, the swearing is really really cuntingly imaginative, which is wonderful, but there isn't really much else going for it. Like Takeshi Kovacs but with much more swears. Not very impressed once I got over my love of sweary things.
Fuckity bye.
Fuckity bye.
divadiane's review
3.0
I listened to this on StarShipSofa podcast. This was a great, fast-action story. Lots of profanity, but in audio it works quite well especially in the capable hands (voice) of Gabrielle de Cuir.