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Taste Test: Far Galaxies
Deep in the far reaches of space, men are out there loving each other, living lives most of us can't even dream of. At least that's the idea behind Far Galaxies, where space ships and stations lend the perfect atmosphere for a collection of short tales.
Drew Zachary gives us Dirt in the Sky, a story of a deep space gardener who attracts more than dirt.
In Vic Winter's Space Station Explorer, a mechanic learns that while solitude suits him, so does having some relief he can count on.
Chris Owen gives us Periphery, a story about facing up to the hard decisions in life.
Explore the stars! Give Far Galaxies a try.
Drew Zachary gives us Dirt in the Sky, a story of a deep space gardener who attracts more than dirt.
In Vic Winter's Space Station Explorer, a mechanic learns that while solitude suits him, so does having some relief he can count on.
Chris Owen gives us Periphery, a story about facing up to the hard decisions in life.
Explore the stars! Give Far Galaxies a try.
41 pages, ebook
First published January 1, 2006
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October 19, 2018
Dirt in the Sky by Drew Zachary - 3.5 stars
Periphery by Chris Owen - 4.5 stars
Space Station Explorer by Vic Winter - 3 stars
Periphery by Chris Owen - 4.5 stars
Space Station Explorer by Vic Winter - 3 stars
January 18, 2012
I'm not a huge fan of anthologies as they keep disappointing me time and time again. The stories either feel too rushed in their pacing or they leave you wanting more in terms of actual storyline. Short stories do not need to have a beginning , middle and end in terms of the character's relationship, And this is exactly what I see in most of these collections. As an author, you better know exactly what you're doing if you feel the need to write a "complete" story in such a short amount of pages.
Having said that, I still keep reading these anthologies in hopes of finding that diamond in the rough, Which I believe I found in this book.
Space Station Explorer by Vic Winter
*** 3 Stars.
Rand would rather spend his life alone in Zero G fixing engines in a small receiver station than having to go planet-side to mingle with the rest of the human race. Much to his resistance he is forced to take a "vacation", which is where he meets his temporary replacement, Joe.
The weakest of the three in my opinion. The story was quite strong in the beginning, The end felt a little bit rushed and had that "out of nowhere" vibe going on. I felt this could have been drawn out a bit better. It definitely had potential.
Dirt in the Sky by Drew Zachary
**** 4 Stars.
Bio scientist Gordon Watts keeps getting lost by taking the wrong turns in that big space station. Markham Spencer is the station's security force captain and makes it his mission to assist the poor disoriented scientist.
This story was really charming. Gordon comes off very shy and innocent. Markham on the other hand exudes "alpha male" without coming off as a dick. I loved how their personalities meshed together in this story. I would love it if Drew would continue this story and expanded this wonderful beginning.
Periphery by Chris Owen
***** 5 Stars.
What would you do in the face of certain death? Would you tell your best friend your true feeling for him or is the fear of ruining the friendship something that would make you keep it all inside.
This story caught me completely by surprise. This was excellently written and incredibly haunting. Ellery and Greg's ordeal really hit me hard. I kept thinking about this story and these character long after I finished reading it.
This really needs a follow up book. Having these characters go through these events and not expanding on it is just wrong. Mr. Owen, If you ever read this, Please make it happen. :)
Reading this anthology really gave me hope that short stories can actually be exceptional. I would definitely recommended this.
Having said that, I still keep reading these anthologies in hopes of finding that diamond in the rough, Which I believe I found in this book.
Space Station Explorer by Vic Winter
*** 3 Stars.
Rand would rather spend his life alone in Zero G fixing engines in a small receiver station than having to go planet-side to mingle with the rest of the human race. Much to his resistance he is forced to take a "vacation", which is where he meets his temporary replacement, Joe.
The weakest of the three in my opinion. The story was quite strong in the beginning, The end felt a little bit rushed and had that "out of nowhere" vibe going on. I felt this could have been drawn out a bit better. It definitely had potential.
Dirt in the Sky by Drew Zachary
**** 4 Stars.
Bio scientist Gordon Watts keeps getting lost by taking the wrong turns in that big space station. Markham Spencer is the station's security force captain and makes it his mission to assist the poor disoriented scientist.
This story was really charming. Gordon comes off very shy and innocent. Markham on the other hand exudes "alpha male" without coming off as a dick. I loved how their personalities meshed together in this story. I would love it if Drew would continue this story and expanded this wonderful beginning.
Periphery by Chris Owen
***** 5 Stars.
What would you do in the face of certain death? Would you tell your best friend your true feeling for him or is the fear of ruining the friendship something that would make you keep it all inside.
This story caught me completely by surprise. This was excellently written and incredibly haunting. Ellery and Greg's ordeal really hit me hard. I kept thinking about this story and these character long after I finished reading it.
This really needs a follow up book. Having these characters go through these events and not expanding on it is just wrong. Mr. Owen, If you ever read this, Please make it happen. :)
Reading this anthology really gave me hope that short stories can actually be exceptional. I would definitely recommended this.
January 12, 2011
Space Station Explorer by Vic Winter: 3 stars
Dirt in the Sky by Drew Zachary: 3 stars
Periphery by Chris Owen: 3 stars
Dirt in the Sky by Drew Zachary: 3 stars
Periphery by Chris Owen: 3 stars
July 23, 2019
Dirt in the Sky by Drew Zachary: ★★★★
Periphery by Chris Owen: ★★★
Space Station Explorer by Vic Winter: ★★★
Average rating = 3.3 (rounded down to 3 stars)
Periphery by Chris Owen: ★★★
Space Station Explorer by Vic Winter: ★★★
Average rating = 3.3 (rounded down to 3 stars)
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