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Protocell 3: Dormancy
An extinction was about to take place. Based on all calculations and predictive analyses of all involved, the extermination was almost guaranteed to go on as scheduled.
The extinction was to occur on a rocky planet covered in waters of blue, one that was placed third from a medium-sized hydrogen-helium ball located somewhere near the middle of its galaxy. The exact time and date of this extinction were unknown factors to almost all life forms that existed in the temporal realm of three-dimensional space, except for one in particular whose knowledge was beyond most concepts of knowing.
This life form of deep origins had survived over the eons here on this rocky planet, in many ways, shapes and forms. It existed at the edge of reality before time even began. So versatile was this life form that it is possible, even plausible, that it had made its presence known on astronomical bodies other than this lonely water-covered planet.
In one form of genetic code or another, the protocell’s signature existed in all others, even today. Even in the species that was slated for annihilation.
A small chance of redemption for the doomed species existed, and perhaps a stay of execution would be issued. Or it would not, and a species at large would be food for all that remained in its demise. Order and entropy could coexist in the same choice, regardless of the fate of one species.
The oldest species in the world watched and waited for the doomed species to decide its fate. Time was always on the side of the protocell, and it always would be. The limitation of time only belonged to the condemned. The time for wisdom, as far as this species was concerned, was now. For the oldest, time was eternal.
The extinction was to occur on a rocky planet covered in waters of blue, one that was placed third from a medium-sized hydrogen-helium ball located somewhere near the middle of its galaxy. The exact time and date of this extinction were unknown factors to almost all life forms that existed in the temporal realm of three-dimensional space, except for one in particular whose knowledge was beyond most concepts of knowing.
This life form of deep origins had survived over the eons here on this rocky planet, in many ways, shapes and forms. It existed at the edge of reality before time even began. So versatile was this life form that it is possible, even plausible, that it had made its presence known on astronomical bodies other than this lonely water-covered planet.
In one form of genetic code or another, the protocell’s signature existed in all others, even today. Even in the species that was slated for annihilation.
A small chance of redemption for the doomed species existed, and perhaps a stay of execution would be issued. Or it would not, and a species at large would be food for all that remained in its demise. Order and entropy could coexist in the same choice, regardless of the fate of one species.
The oldest species in the world watched and waited for the doomed species to decide its fate. Time was always on the side of the protocell, and it always would be. The limitation of time only belonged to the condemned. The time for wisdom, as far as this species was concerned, was now. For the oldest, time was eternal.
297 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 26, 2021
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Jessica Kuzmier
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To anyone who wants to write, go ahead and do it. Write whatever you think you want to write, and see where it takes you. That's how I've proceeded, and it's been a happy and successful venture for me.
Generally, I have more than one story running in my head. Whatever is the strongest is the one that the rest of everyone else gets to hear.
Thanks for taking the time to get to know me, and hope you enjoy what I have written.
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June 13, 2021
I got a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. What happens when a certain species dominates the planet? In its greed, it leaves behind a planet ravaged by climatic change. Because it reproduces unimpeded, the cost is that every other species is driven to the brink of extinction. Except those that are too small to be seen. And every move of this doomed species is being watched. Will there be a tipping point? How will it end? Will humanity redeem itself?
These are the questions that the reader faces in 'Protocell 3'. The storytelling style is through letters and interviews and there is always the shadow of impending doom. It is an interesting read, especially in the wake of COVID. And if you know why Watson, Crick and Wilkins(but not Franklin)won the Nobel prize without googling it, you will enjoy the book. The read is quite heavy, for want of a better word. There is a lot of scientific facts incorporated into the narrative. The action starts at approximately page 82 and continues under a cloud of impending 'horrifying massacre of the human species. It makes you wonder if all it would take is one mad scientist to end it all for the human race.
These are the questions that the reader faces in 'Protocell 3'. The storytelling style is through letters and interviews and there is always the shadow of impending doom. It is an interesting read, especially in the wake of COVID. And if you know why Watson, Crick and Wilkins(but not Franklin)won the Nobel prize without googling it, you will enjoy the book. The read is quite heavy, for want of a better word. There is a lot of scientific facts incorporated into the narrative. The action starts at approximately page 82 and continues under a cloud of impending 'horrifying massacre of the human species. It makes you wonder if all it would take is one mad scientist to end it all for the human race.
July 14, 2021
This book will have a lot of appeal for anyone who's ever put some thought about all of the details that comprise our existence. How a system of such complexity and resilience is composed by very delicate parts - which is a message this novel doesn't forget to remind us of.
Narratively it's an oddity - on one hand you have a plot (sub-plot?) about what Gwen Ryan goes through, and on the other you have the Pc3 reason of being and what it entails.
But you won't get character development, conflict, story arcs or anything of the sort - it isn't a normal novel since it doesn't adhere to any sort of rules but set it's own; I respect that since it dares doing something different: To tell a story in a chronicle kind of way using resources such as transcriptions, emails, reports, summaries... and interspersing these with an omniscient narrative that follows all the small details and how they set up chains of events. This is where it shines best, since the story by itself isn't as long or convoluted, it's as simple (and complex) as life itself. The only classic narrative element I was able to identify was lamenting the Cassandra complex of all of the 'prophets' - which was a great and realistic touch.
Now, I think what I liked the best is that, for all of it's naturalism, the novel doesn't try to talk to the reader and convince them of agreeing or disagreeing with it - therefore, what you will notice first is the lack of an antagonist or an "object of hate" to focus the reader's negative emotions on. And I think that's the whole point, that nature and existence isn't good or bad in and of itself, but just is.
So if I find it this positive you'll wonder, why 4 and not 5 stars? Because of rhythm and expectations. If you don't want spoilers, don't read any further:
Considering all of that, I wholly recommend this book.
I got a copy for review by the author herself.
Narratively it's an oddity - on one hand you have a plot (sub-plot?) about what Gwen Ryan goes through, and on the other you have the Pc3 reason of being and what it entails.
But you won't get character development, conflict, story arcs or anything of the sort - it isn't a normal novel since it doesn't adhere to any sort of rules but set it's own; I respect that since it dares doing something different: To tell a story in a chronicle kind of way using resources such as transcriptions, emails, reports, summaries... and interspersing these with an omniscient narrative that follows all the small details and how they set up chains of events. This is where it shines best, since the story by itself isn't as long or convoluted, it's as simple (and complex) as life itself. The only classic narrative element I was able to identify was lamenting the Cassandra complex of all of the 'prophets' - which was a great and realistic touch.
Now, I think what I liked the best is that, for all of it's naturalism, the novel doesn't try to talk to the reader and convince them of agreeing or disagreeing with it - therefore, what you will notice first is the lack of an antagonist or an "object of hate" to focus the reader's negative emotions on. And I think that's the whole point, that nature and existence isn't good or bad in and of itself, but just is.
So if I find it this positive you'll wonder, why 4 and not 5 stars? Because of rhythm and expectations. If you don't want spoilers, don't read any further:
Considering all of that, I wholly recommend this book.
I got a copy for review by the author herself.
June 25, 2021
I read the first 3 chapters. After reading I would not purchase this book. I think you need to decide if you are writing for your readers enjoyment or trying to convert someone to your personal college level philosophy (my philosophy is right and therefore yours is wrong and here is a whole book why). 1984 was a philosophy, but it was also an interesting story to read. You can write a "monument" to your philosophy of life but most people will never change their personal philosophy (or buy your book). Do you want to sell books or do you want a monument? Kings use to control the ideas of peasants by preventing education. Now everyone in developed countries has basic reading skills but few are interested in a book about other people's philosophy. They want to be entertained. A great author can do both. Your book could be great if you make it entertaining.
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