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Synchronizing Minds: First Contact
The humans do not have a hive mind
is only the first thing Nyar-Enth-Hep learns on this first contact meeting with the only species of sapient intelligent beings she has come across in this galaxy so far. Can she find common ground with this fascinating being that is far too small for the intelligence it possesses and is intent to communicate with this strange information sharing system that is language?
Meanwhile Ambassador Neil has to keep her cool after being confronted about the mathematical incorrectness of her ship and her objectively small brain size. Nothing could prepare her for the preconceptions of her alien counterpart that make her feel like the humans are the weird ones.A story of a first contact with a truly alien intelligence where common ground is scarce and misunderstandings cannot be avoided. Diplomacy reigns as both sides learn about each other and find out that the galaxy can be a strange place."[...] 5 out of 5, would make first contact again." - Kiwarhon (Royal Road review)"[...] Reads very well, and is a smooth, well-paced read from beginning to end, would recommend to any sci-fi fans or readers looking for something different." - Zethuron (Royal Road review)
is only the first thing Nyar-Enth-Hep learns on this first contact meeting with the only species of sapient intelligent beings she has come across in this galaxy so far. Can she find common ground with this fascinating being that is far too small for the intelligence it possesses and is intent to communicate with this strange information sharing system that is language?
Meanwhile Ambassador Neil has to keep her cool after being confronted about the mathematical incorrectness of her ship and her objectively small brain size. Nothing could prepare her for the preconceptions of her alien counterpart that make her feel like the humans are the weird ones.A story of a first contact with a truly alien intelligence where common ground is scarce and misunderstandings cannot be avoided. Diplomacy reigns as both sides learn about each other and find out that the galaxy can be a strange place."[...] 5 out of 5, would make first contact again." - Kiwarhon (Royal Road review)"[...] Reads very well, and is a smooth, well-paced read from beginning to end, would recommend to any sci-fi fans or readers looking for something different." - Zethuron (Royal Road review)
- GenresScience Fiction
176 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 12, 2020
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March 8, 2024
Can’t wait for the second book
The concept is great, and the bonus story is a nice bonus. A bit sad Potato’s story is not in this book tho.
The concept is great, and the bonus story is a nice bonus. A bit sad Potato’s story is not in this book tho.
November 10, 2023
Original first contact scifi
Best first contact with an aliens that is strange and novel that I've read. Alien species that isn't very similar to anything human in this technology or behavior. However they manage to be very likable. The author creates very plausible reference frames that lead to bizzare questions. Imagine being in a first contact mission and not only not knowing how to answer the question but also not understanding the question. Perfect length not a dull moment.
Best first contact with an aliens that is strange and novel that I've read. Alien species that isn't very similar to anything human in this technology or behavior. However they manage to be very likable. The author creates very plausible reference frames that lead to bizzare questions. Imagine being in a first contact mission and not only not knowing how to answer the question but also not understanding the question. Perfect length not a dull moment.
June 26, 2023
That's a delightful, if brief read. Very well written.
January 4, 2022
A fun first-contact read with some thought-provoking ideas about what makes us human, what we value about the human race, and how a uniquely alien race might struggle to understand our culture.
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