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Paycheck (1953)

by Philip K. Dick(Favorite Author)

3.74 of 5 Votes: 1

languge

English

genre

Fantasy

publisher

Imagination

review 1: I saw the film version of this one before reading the story so I knew more or less what to expect. I love the idea of objects from the future helping someone get along in the present, guiding them along to a foreseen outcome. It's mystery and action rolled up together, typical weekend blockbuster. I think the film actually did a better job in some ways, but probably primarily because it updated some of the computer systems and such to appeal to a more recent audience. The ending was a little odd, as is often the case with PKD's stories, but nonetheless, it makes you think. Another winner for this sic-fi author.
review 2: This is a very short story, so it will be a short review. Paycheck is clear, clean writing. It actually fits in quite comfortably with The Min... moreority Report by PKD as both deal with the ability to see events that have not occurred yet. I suppose the technology in Paycheck exceeds that in Minority as they are also capable of "reaching" into the future, not just observing it from the past. The book was a little dry. Anachronisms littered the story like punchcards in a modern data center (terrible). It also suffers from the Deus Ex Machina problem of having a guy who knows the future providing you tools to deal with the present. Whatever. It is good, very short, and a fun read. Nothing profound, but fun. less

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