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Second Suicide: A Short Story (Kindle Single) (2014)

by Hugh Howey(Favorite Author)

4.04 of 5 Votes: 2

languge

English

genre

Science Fiction

publisher

Broad Reach Publishing

review 1: I read this book back to back with the authors other short story Glitch. I found myself once again astounded at the content packed into this short read.This book plot and character develpment is very impressive. Howey manages to imerse us into an alien culture and mindset in no time. This allows for a very full narative that tells a intriguing storyline that had me chuckling away at times.
review 2: This story has a unique and insightful point of view. We get to experience an alien invasion from the alien’s side. I enjoyed the relationship between Hyt and Kur. Their interactions were hilarious. The themes that run through the story are universal, no matter what the species. I had an epiphany while reading this story. It allowed me to put into words something... more that I hadn’t realized as to why I enjoy certain stories more than others. There is a point within the story where Hyt is taking in his surroundings. Things clicked into place for me as a reader just a moment before I knew they would click into place for him. The author did not tell me what was happening, he allowed me to come to a realization in real time with the main character. I know it sounds cheesy, but at that moment, the character and I were connected – we were one. That is extremely fulfilling.**************************SPOILER ALERT*******************************I felt the story fell short in a couple of places. I did not feel the hate that Hyt had for his own life. Dissatisfied, yes, but not hatred. I also did not feel the love that he professed for Mil. These elements could have been left out and not have had an impact on the overall story. As it stands, it should have been better supported by details to be believable. All in all, it was a great story. I really enjoyed reading it. less

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