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Paradigm
A ranger of the galaxy’s greatest wonder. An old-timer willing to take any measure to remain completely human. A desperate sergeant doing all she can to prevent the extinction of her endangered race. Meet these, and more, in this exciting sci-fi short story collection.
Three stories
Exhibit X
Into Infinity
Half and Half
Three stories
Exhibit X
Into Infinity
Half and Half
- GenresScience Fiction
83 pages, ebook
Published January 1, 2017
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May 17, 2017
K. C. Carter has written three short science fiction stories as an entry into the crowded indie publishing field. I found this through Instafreebie as well as receiving interesting updates from the author's website. I found the author's introduction to this short story collection appealing. Check this out for some light reading. It is free and if you like science fiction the collection is a nice sampler. If you are not sure whether you like science fiction or not here is a painless introduction, you might be surprised.
Exhibit X
Mrs. Zilmore took her class on a trip to the zoo. Many of them thought it would be boring but they didn't know about the special exhibitions Mrs. Zilmore planned for them to visit. Mrs. Zilmore liked to break the rules; she knew she shouldn't be visiting the area restricted to staff only. Then there was her most active, rebellious student, Shun. He liked to break rules as well. This time his infraction would surprise even Mrs. Zilmore.
Into Infinity
For Uttu, her camera was everything. Infinity Ranger Asra should have realized that and helped her when she pursued the Nurren to get it back. He was more interested in Asra's safety than recovery of the camera but Uttu wasn't being helpful in what should have been their primary concern, getting back to the base before nightfall. Inexplicably, the Nurren reappeared, returned the camera, and ran away. Something had frightened the Nurren. It should have frightened Asra and Uttu. Now Asra might have to join the ranks of other retired Rangers.
Half and Half
The world that existed was only half of what it used to be. That was the choice made by mankind. Johnny Taylor didn't like it but there was not an option to accept or not accept the new reality. Nevertheless, he chose not to accept and there was a logical consequence that would play out due to his refusal. But Johnny had a plan, a surprise for those who (which?) disagreed with him.
The writing of these short stories fit well with the requirements of a short story. Don't waste words. Make everything contribute to the progress of the tale. Because this is science fiction, the author has some latitude with language. In "Into the Infinity" Asra and Uttu couldn't venture outside the ranger station without the benefit of wearing a "suite." In a non-science fiction type of story, grammar critics might dwell on this as an example of poor editing. But with science fiction the reader can accept that this was a "suit" with lots of component parts. And then there is the non-word "perflection" (same story); an example of author creativity rather than an unusual mistake.
These are fun short stories to take your mind off the frustration of waiting in the fast food line. That contradiction in terms almost matches any contradictions found in science fiction.
Exhibit X
Mrs. Zilmore took her class on a trip to the zoo. Many of them thought it would be boring but they didn't know about the special exhibitions Mrs. Zilmore planned for them to visit. Mrs. Zilmore liked to break the rules; she knew she shouldn't be visiting the area restricted to staff only. Then there was her most active, rebellious student, Shun. He liked to break rules as well. This time his infraction would surprise even Mrs. Zilmore.
Into Infinity
For Uttu, her camera was everything. Infinity Ranger Asra should have realized that and helped her when she pursued the Nurren to get it back. He was more interested in Asra's safety than recovery of the camera but Uttu wasn't being helpful in what should have been their primary concern, getting back to the base before nightfall. Inexplicably, the Nurren reappeared, returned the camera, and ran away. Something had frightened the Nurren. It should have frightened Asra and Uttu. Now Asra might have to join the ranks of other retired Rangers.
Half and Half
The world that existed was only half of what it used to be. That was the choice made by mankind. Johnny Taylor didn't like it but there was not an option to accept or not accept the new reality. Nevertheless, he chose not to accept and there was a logical consequence that would play out due to his refusal. But Johnny had a plan, a surprise for those who (which?) disagreed with him.
The writing of these short stories fit well with the requirements of a short story. Don't waste words. Make everything contribute to the progress of the tale. Because this is science fiction, the author has some latitude with language. In "Into the Infinity" Asra and Uttu couldn't venture outside the ranger station without the benefit of wearing a "suite." In a non-science fiction type of story, grammar critics might dwell on this as an example of poor editing. But with science fiction the reader can accept that this was a "suit" with lots of component parts. And then there is the non-word "perflection" (same story); an example of author creativity rather than an unusual mistake.
These are fun short stories to take your mind off the frustration of waiting in the fast food line. That contradiction in terms almost matches any contradictions found in science fiction.
October 24, 2017
Title: Paradigm
Author: K. C. Carter
Publisher: K. C. Karter
ISBN: 978-1974333356
Buy Link: https://www.amazon.com/Paradigm-Three...
Reviewer: Teresa Fallen Angel
Blurb:
3 SHOTS OF SCI-FI TO HELP YOU THROUGH THE DAY. If you like thought provoking science fiction with a twist, you'll love Paradigm. A ranger, a survivor, and a school teacher get a lot more than any of them bargained for. Paradigm's three shots are entertaining, gripping, and powerful. If you're looking for a light read with a punch, Paradigm is for you.
Total Score: 5/5
Summary:
Received for an honest review.
The book was 3 series of short stories that were each unique and took the reader to places they have never seen before.
In Exhibit, The story revolved around a class trip to a museum, but exactly where you were and what they found was surprising and unexpected.
In Into Infinity, took place of a distant world that remained untouched and dangerous to anyone willing to take the risk to live there. Asra was stationed there knowing the risks, but even he knew to stay where he would be safe until the Scientific Confederation sent a journalist to photograph the planet. Her desire to do her job placed them in peril as she disregarded the very rules that kept Asra alive. Exactly what happened was as surprising leaving this reader to hope that his story is not over yet.
Half and Half describes Johnny Taylor's memories of how the world was slowly changed as man accepted mechanical implants slowly eroding what it meant to be human.
I very much enjoyed these stories and hope that they will one day be continued allowing the reader a better insight into their lives.
Author: K. C. Carter
Publisher: K. C. Karter
ISBN: 978-1974333356
Buy Link: https://www.amazon.com/Paradigm-Three...
Reviewer: Teresa Fallen Angel
Blurb:
3 SHOTS OF SCI-FI TO HELP YOU THROUGH THE DAY. If you like thought provoking science fiction with a twist, you'll love Paradigm. A ranger, a survivor, and a school teacher get a lot more than any of them bargained for. Paradigm's three shots are entertaining, gripping, and powerful. If you're looking for a light read with a punch, Paradigm is for you.
Total Score: 5/5
Summary:
Received for an honest review.
The book was 3 series of short stories that were each unique and took the reader to places they have never seen before.
In Exhibit, The story revolved around a class trip to a museum, but exactly where you were and what they found was surprising and unexpected.
In Into Infinity, took place of a distant world that remained untouched and dangerous to anyone willing to take the risk to live there. Asra was stationed there knowing the risks, but even he knew to stay where he would be safe until the Scientific Confederation sent a journalist to photograph the planet. Her desire to do her job placed them in peril as she disregarded the very rules that kept Asra alive. Exactly what happened was as surprising leaving this reader to hope that his story is not over yet.
Half and Half describes Johnny Taylor's memories of how the world was slowly changed as man accepted mechanical implants slowly eroding what it meant to be human.
I very much enjoyed these stories and hope that they will one day be continued allowing the reader a better insight into their lives.
September 29, 2017
This is described as 3 shots of science fiction and that's exactly what they are. However, each story immerses the reader in alien worlds with each story ending with a twist more so than a fully developed, nuanced tale. This is a solid set of stories. Hopefully the author will delve deeper with his themes and stories because the settings and sense of wonder while reading this is spot on. I gave this 3 stars because while I enjoyed reading it, these tales did not take me deeper but seemed an exploration of being able to write science fiction short stories which was solidly done. Their charm was reflecting a sense of wonder.
April 9, 2020
This is an ebook of three good SF short stories. I believe this is K.C. Carter's first published work. I'll look for more from her.
This ebook also has an intro to another work -- apparently a novel not yet published (which I didn't read).
This ebook also has an intro to another work -- apparently a novel not yet published (which I didn't read).
January 9, 2018
Loved the short stories couldn't get enough
January 9, 2018
Awesome! Especially Exhibit X! Three well written, twisty alien short stories that are completely enjoyable.
May 12, 2018
Kindle e-book short story trio
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