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Science Fiction Anthology: Vol1 Kindle Edition

by Ray Jay Perreault (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars 17 ratings
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Science Fiction Anthology Vol. 1 2nd Ed

Four Sci-Fi short stories where you’ll find good computers, alien invaders, people who regret their past and an explanation for something you’re familiar with.

"Progeny"

Their society had progressed well and were following the Four Laws. As a scientist she was following the third law and sought information on who created them.

“The first section had a series of six images that appeared grouped together. The furthest left showed a small creature that appeared to live in water. On its right was a similar creature, but it had legs and was crawling on the land. The remainder of the series showed progressive images showing the creature growing larger, and the appendages changing until it was fully erect and it was strikingly similar to the bone structure she had just looked at.”

"The Greatest Host"

A humorous Sci-Fi that will explain your place in the Universe.

“After the foraging, the host moved to a corner of the open area and there was another creature. The Mists were concerned that if their host were threatened or attacked, it would be terrible for them. They could all lose their lives at once. If the host sensed any threat, they would immediately use all of their ability to coerce the host back to the ship's location so they could download.”

"Circle is Closed"

They were forced to leave Earth over 1,300 years ago. They wanted to return home, and when they did, something else was living there.

“Commander Leopold Harnesy was standing on the bridge of the HSV#2. He was nervous in fact he was scared. The fate of HSV#1 was fresh in his mind. His ship's predecessor was sitting in the same exact location 5 years ago and when its commander; Roberta Jenkins engaged the faster than light drive, the ship disintegrated into trillions of molecules. It was obvious what had happened, the calculations were a little off.”

"Good Morning…"

What happens with a man and a computer is put on Saturn's Titan for a year to mine methane? The relationship doesn't always work out the way everyone plans. The relationship should be based on trust, but what if one member of the team isn't doing what the other expects the trust is lost.

"If I may add, I have based my projected repair rates on the previous site manager, and I calculate that this site is behind schedule and needs an additional four units. To remain on the schedule, those units..."
"Yes, I know what I have to do. Thanks for reminding me...and don't be a jerk about it."
"As you wish. Robert, I also have the standard welcome message from the company. I am required to play it for you, may I begin now?"
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    February 17, 2016
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01BX8S374
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Perreault Publishing; 2nd edition (February 17, 2016)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 17, 2016
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1169 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 139 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars 17 ratings

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Ray Jay Perreault

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Ray is a prolific author that enjoys science fiction. He feels that genre is fertile ground to understand ourselves and where we’re going. He has written a mix of Sci-Fi stories, but tends to focus on stories with computers, post-apocalyptic themes and stories with strong morals, loyalties, and drama.

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Ray was a Senior Pilot in the US Air Force and traveled to 27 countries around the world. His C-130 assignments ranged from landing in a farm field in Paraguay to entering East Berlin and experiencing Russian controllers giving him false headings.

Ray’s other assignment was as a T-38 instructor pilot. “The T-38 is the best plane in the word; two pilots, two engines, and two afterburners.” Two of his remarkable experiences included training the first class of female pilots and receiving an Air Commendation medal for saving a T-38 that blew an engine during a touch and go, saving himself and the student pilot on board.

After his Air Force career, Ray enjoyed a long and exciting career with Northrop Grumman. During the 28 years at Northrop, some of the highlights included work as the Lead Wind Tunnel test engineer on the F-20, F-23, F-18, and B-2. His career progressed to be the Deputy Manager of Engineering for the Tri-Service Stand-Off Attack Missile (TSSM). Later he was responsible for all the computers at Ryan Aeronautical, then all of the computers on the B-2 Bomber program.

Ray hopes you enjoy his work, and he looks forward to sharing many new and exciting stories.

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3.8 out of 5 stars
3.8 out of 5
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in1ear (John Row)
4.0 out of 5 stars Sci Fi Short Stories to Pique Your Interest
Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2016
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
A collection of sci fi short stories that you can listen to all at once or more casually break down into each separate segment presented. As such, I could recommend it to a friend. Each story is a "thinking individual" stepping off point

Who was your favorite character and why?
I identified with characters in each story. The explorer finding the six "cave drawings" in Progeny. The Mist collectively identifying their survival in each Host in "The Greatest Host". Commander Harnesey returning trip to Earth after Man has abandoned it after the planet practically being destroyed. And probably most by Robert, poor corporate scapegoat and Tessie the henpecking computer! Poor Robert!

Have you listened to any of Christopher M. Allport’s other performances before? How does this one compare?
Just this collection. He does a great job! A clear voice, with good sound effects.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
Each story contains a "Human" element. Particularly "The Greatest Host" spoke to me. The sentient Mist seeing the safety presented in a parent / child relationship.

Any additional comments?
Short stories have always held a difficult place for me. I so much like development to have time to, well, develop. I've been disappointed in the past with the art form. Not just Sci Fi but many genres. What Mr. Perreault accomplishes is to give enough "food for thought" in each of his stories. I have a favorite, sure. But overall this was successful.

Thanks for the opportunity to listen to your work.

This audiobook was provided by the author, narrator, or publisher at no cost in exchange for an unbiased review courtesy of AudiobookBoom dot com.
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Timothy Emmons
5.0 out of 5 stars Phenomenal short story collection.
Reviewed in the United States on June 6, 2016
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I loved this book. I have immensely enjoyed Mr Perreault's writing before I discovered this one, with Simpoc, The Thinking computer, but this gives a broader taste of his style. A good author in my opinion can write a short story that can pull you right into the heart of the story, right from the beginning. Writing a book, you have more room, more space, but a short story gives you just a window or glimpse to work with. Any author that can bring you right through that window and into the story right from the start has definitely mastered the art and makes for an awesome read and these are definitely right up there with some of the classics. I enjoyed every one of these and can't wait to see the rest of his work and to see how his body of work will grow and expand over time. Reading him is like sitting in the cockpit of one of his fighter jets. He grabs you and takes you on a ride you'll never forget. Thanks Ray for letting me find and discover your work. It makes for a nice way to spend an Alabama summer day off from work.
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bonnie DALE keck
5.0 out of 5 stars Kindle Unlimited
Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2017
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Some on Kindle Unlimited bit more surprised than used to, read a LOT and in a lot of genres, lot of things going on in this story, and the writer told it well. Also just read SIMPOC by same writer, Gemini, and Science Fiction Anthology: Vol1 which has "Progeny" "The Greatest Host" "Circle is Closed" ‘Good Morning…’ Same genre basically but definite differences in each type of book somehow.
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Elisabeth Carey
4.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable collection and good introduction to the author's work
Reviewed in the United States on November 3, 2019
This is a collection of four short stories by Perreault. Two, "Progeny," and "Circle is Closed," got reworked a bit to become part of the fix-up novel, Progeny's Children. They're good short stories, and "Circle is Closed" has an extra kick at the end from being on its own as originally written. "The Greatest Host" is a fun little story for those of us who love dogs.

"Good Morning" is the standout. Anyone who has worked in a large, corporate environment will quickly recognize some of what's going on. It's especially for those of us who are just a little bit paranoid, and I can't make my next comment because it would be a spoiler. But I was provoked to an evil laugh at the end.

All in all it's a good little collection, and a good taste of Perreault's writing. Recommended.

I received a free copy of this audiobook from the author, and am reviewing it voluntarily.
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Leslie F.
4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting and entertaining sci-fi short story collection
Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2016
“I received a free copy of this audiobook for an honest review.”

This was an entertaining collection of science fiction short stories. I especially liked the first story (Progeny) and the last (Good Morning). I actually really like short stories because they are easy to listen to between things that I have going on. Even though science fiction is not my FAVORITE genre, I still enjoy it, and I found these stories very enjoyable and entertaining. I like how the author brings in his experience from his careers to make each story seem realistic. I listened to the Audible audio version of the book narrated by Christopher M. Allport. I thought he did a good job, but there weren't a whole lot of different "voices" required for this book, so I'm unsure of what his range is, since this is the first book I've listened to that is narrated by him. Based on this book alone, I enjoyed him and would listen to other books he has narrated. If you are a fan of science fiction or short stories, I recommend giving this book a try.
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