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Conundrums
Conundrums is a collection of enigmatic tales that spark the imagination and challenges reason.
The Guests is our first story. Professor Anthony Pace has a secret that’s been eating at his soul for years. Liberation from this secret means imparting a tale that takes place on a war-torn planet. A survivor struggles to maintain his sanity while exacting revenge on the extraterrestrials who still occupy his home. Embarking on a desperate quest to find the rebellion, the survivor befriends an unusual yet insightful companion who aids him in his search. Exposing this story will likely free Anthony from his misery but at what cost?
Our second story, The Convergence, poses an interesting question; what would you do if someone stole your life? Not, "stole" as in the act of identity theft. But, "stole" as in replaced. In this tale, a poor soul faces this seemingly hopeless predicament. But her misfortune doesn't end there. Not only has she been replaced, but the usurper's agenda makes it nearly impossible to be angry with her.
Third, we have The First Node; a story of loss. Loss of family, friends, home…loss of life. It’s also a story of perseverance during trying times. Times when survival is all that matters. Times when you discover war is hell. Especially when you don't know who you're fighting.
Open Waters focuses on Devin and Gregory, a pair of very special twins. Their relationship is challenged and put to the test when Devin joins the Navy and leaves his special needs brother to fend for himself. Only, as it turns out, Gregory isn’t so helpless after all.
The fifth story is Skin Deep. A futuristic prisoner, serving a life sentence struggles with existence. As if this weren’t enough, the prisoner couldn’t die if it wanted to. It lives to serve; nothing more. Skin Deep is a tale of conflict between morality and reparation. Both equally important but where do you draw the line?
Last, is Thomas’ Folly. Thomas is arrogant, cruel, selfish, and a reluctant werewolf. In an attempt to be rid of the troublesome curse, he consults Zira, a voodoo witch. The two can't seem to agree on whether being a werewolf is a good thing or not, but Zira offers to help regardless. But will things go as smoothly as Thomas hopes?
The Guests is our first story. Professor Anthony Pace has a secret that’s been eating at his soul for years. Liberation from this secret means imparting a tale that takes place on a war-torn planet. A survivor struggles to maintain his sanity while exacting revenge on the extraterrestrials who still occupy his home. Embarking on a desperate quest to find the rebellion, the survivor befriends an unusual yet insightful companion who aids him in his search. Exposing this story will likely free Anthony from his misery but at what cost?
Our second story, The Convergence, poses an interesting question; what would you do if someone stole your life? Not, "stole" as in the act of identity theft. But, "stole" as in replaced. In this tale, a poor soul faces this seemingly hopeless predicament. But her misfortune doesn't end there. Not only has she been replaced, but the usurper's agenda makes it nearly impossible to be angry with her.
Third, we have The First Node; a story of loss. Loss of family, friends, home…loss of life. It’s also a story of perseverance during trying times. Times when survival is all that matters. Times when you discover war is hell. Especially when you don't know who you're fighting.
Open Waters focuses on Devin and Gregory, a pair of very special twins. Their relationship is challenged and put to the test when Devin joins the Navy and leaves his special needs brother to fend for himself. Only, as it turns out, Gregory isn’t so helpless after all.
The fifth story is Skin Deep. A futuristic prisoner, serving a life sentence struggles with existence. As if this weren’t enough, the prisoner couldn’t die if it wanted to. It lives to serve; nothing more. Skin Deep is a tale of conflict between morality and reparation. Both equally important but where do you draw the line?
Last, is Thomas’ Folly. Thomas is arrogant, cruel, selfish, and a reluctant werewolf. In an attempt to be rid of the troublesome curse, he consults Zira, a voodoo witch. The two can't seem to agree on whether being a werewolf is a good thing or not, but Zira offers to help regardless. But will things go as smoothly as Thomas hopes?
145 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 27, 2018
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March 3, 2018
Okay, so in the spirit of transparency, I've known the author for a long time (12 years or so), and I've read, reviewed, and edited some of his early work. I count him as a close friend, but I'll do my best to keep the bias out of this review.
As a first book, an anthology to boot, this was actually pretty good. Like every other anthology ever published, some stories are simply better than others. I had two favorites here: The Guests (which seems to be a reworked story he wrote several years ago), and Open Waters, a sort of paranormal take on twins' connections. The First Node had a great twist, too.
Looking forward to see what Mr. Omran writes next. I think he's going to be a pretty prolific writer!
As a first book, an anthology to boot, this was actually pretty good. Like every other anthology ever published, some stories are simply better than others. I had two favorites here: The Guests (which seems to be a reworked story he wrote several years ago), and Open Waters, a sort of paranormal take on twins' connections. The First Node had a great twist, too.
Looking forward to see what Mr. Omran writes next. I think he's going to be a pretty prolific writer!
May 23, 2018
D. Omran’s debut collection of short story science fiction (with a little horror thrown in as well) is fantastic! Each tale is well written and unique with twists and turns that will delight readers. Omran is a fresh voice in this genre’s universe—one sure to please and worth the price of admission.
Joe Crance, author, The Last Coon Hunter
Joe Crance, author, The Last Coon Hunter
March 8, 2018
This isn’t my typical reading genre. However, each of these stories had me intrigued and interested. They are all different but have curious twists and turns.
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