Dawn

by Seth Rain

Dawn, a next-generation synthetic human, has never spoken and has never left her room. That is until Nathaniel arrives...

When Dawn hears the familiar sound of footsteps descending the stairs into her room, she fears the worst. But the man who enters is not like the other men she has known. Nathaniel talks to her as though she is a real person. When Nathaniel describes a world she has never known, Dawn begins to imagine a freedom she has never experienced.

28 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 28, 2021

About the author

Seth Rain lives in the Black Country, in the UK, waking far too early in the morning to write dystopian science fiction novels. Having studied English and Philosophy at University, he went on to attain a Master of Arts in English Literature. He has been a fan of dystopian and science fiction stories for some time and is now embarking on writing a series of novels of his own.

When he's not writing, Seth teaches English to 11-18 year olds. And when he's not writing, or teaching children, he spends time with his own two teenage children, his girlfriend, films, music and above all, books.

Reviews

[Lori Peterson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Humanity is all but vanished from the world but for one android named Dawn, her world is a single room; behind the door is fear and death... at least if she believes the man who left her there, Mr. Ford. But it's another man, Nathaniel; whose stories and curiosity sparks Dawn to brave the unknown and move behind the door... and into the sun. This may be a quick read by Seth Rain but it nevertheless is thought provoking in asking us to go beyond what is comfortable and embrace all we have yet understand. Highly recommended.

[Julie Powell · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was given this story and found it to be meaningful and sad. Meaningful because it highlighted the ugliness of human behaviour and sad for the same reason.

Dawn has been left in a cellar - I don't give spoilers. However, this short story packs a punch. Themes such as slavery, selfishness and even evil, alongside kindness, the soul and decency had an irony when thinking about human v machine. Read this to understand my point.

Cleverly done.

[Stephanie · Rating 4 out of 5]

This short read is a different one for me but I was really struck by the writing by this new to me author.

Dawn, an android who cannot talk, is found in a room shes unable to leave. When Nathaniel finds her he wants to help her.

I think that even if the genre isn't for you this one is rather touching and I found it to be intriguing and one that stayed with me after reading.

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[Sentinelle23 · Rating 3 out of 5]

AN INTRIGUING PREQUEL.

Dawn is sitting on a chair.

A stranger enters the room, asks her a question.

But Dawn can’t talk...

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An intriguing prequel that tells the meeting of two different beings in a dystopian world.

Many unanswered questions that make you want to read more.

To discover.

[Paul Bennington · Rating 4 out of 5]

This short story was an intriguing read. Dawn is a synth who is discovered in a cellar by Nathaniel. Her previous owner had kept her there and told her how dangerous it would be to go outside. Even though it was a short story it is still an engaging read with a few surprises along the way.

[Sam · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent short sci fi story! A truly touching escape, so well written with a brilliant twist! This actually brought me to tears! I do recommend all of this authors work as it is so good & always look forward to having the pleasure of reading more!

[Jenny Phillips · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved this short story, it was so full of hope.

[Fred · Rating 5 out of 5]

A wonderful short story about the evil of humanity, while giving us hope about what can also be its salvation.

[Deb · Rating 3 out of 5]

A quick read. Interesting. It left me wanting more!

[Don · Rating 5 out of 5]

Intriguing story. Obedience, fear, abandonment, hope, freedom.