HB

by Cyd Webster

HB! HomeBoy . . . Androids! Replace men? How in the world can this happen? It's a story about a scholarly young woman who invests her energy toward finding a solution to answer the problem of women who are unable to find a suitable mate in the traditional sense, leading to traditional family life. The story takes place in a time where the legacy of war and devastation, economic turmoil and social decline, has led to a diminishing population of men. The main character, Annelle Carter is a scholarly, leader who takes an idea, seizes opportunities and brings it to fruition, but not without controversy. Throughout the story, we can see many attitudes and opinions displayed by the characters, Annelle's friends and adversaries. HB is a story that is just one possible outcome of the many, on how our future plays out.

344 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 2010

Reviews

[Julie · Rating 4 out of 5]

What would the world be like if there were fewer men and android husbands became available? What may seem a regular science fiction plot becomes a journey through societal issues, morality, and spirituality. At times this seemed like Women's Fiction, as the female friends spent time discussing why some women may prefer an android to a real man. I thought the dialogue among friends was realistic and natural.

There were a few horrific events that were a bit shocking! The book slowed towards the middle, but I found the first 30 percent or so utterly fascinating, as well as the action closer to the end of the book. I thought this book had a lot of "wow" moments.

A bit of editing was needed, but the book's originality shines, and the author did an excellent job of delving into the deep issues surrounding this unique plot.