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Title: Sheila
Author: Rebecca Adams Wright
Narrator: Luke Daniels
Format: Unabridged
Length: 32 mins
Language: English
Release date: 05-12-15
Publisher: Brilliance Audio
Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes
Genres: Fiction, Short Stories & Anthologies
Publisher's Summary:
This story was originally published in Day One, a weekly literary journal dedicated to short fiction and poetry from emerging writers.
John, a widower and retired judge, has had a hard time letting go of the things that remind him of his beloved deceased wife, Millie: most of all their cherished robotic (but stunningly lifelike) spaniel, Sheila, who has been his stalwart companion for twenty-five years.
When a new law is passed that criminalizes ownership of robotic dogs, John is faced with a heartbreaking choice. As his final day with Sheila unfolds, John will clash with those closest to him and reminisce about how much Sheila has meant to him and his family. Humor and humanity blend seamlessly with science fiction as the story comes to a piercing, poignant conclusion.
"Sheila" by Rebecca Adams Wright is a mesmerizing take on love and attachment in their myriad, complex forms.
Members Reviews:
Compelling and evocative science fiction story
A hauntingly beautiful story.When the perfect essence of the faithful canine companion embodied in long lasting robotic form is outlawed, one man faces loses his faithful companion. The ending will linger with the reader. Can't wait to see more by this talented writer.
Sheila (A Short Story)
A must read if you love dogs. I would have felt the same as the owner of Sheila but I don't know if I would have ended the story as he had. I guess I missed along the way why people chose mechanical dogs instead of real ones. Anyway, I chose four stars because it was heartwarming and it kept my attention from beginning to end.
such heart and humanity
Wow, wow, wow. Transcends genre and earns its sentiment (which is distinct from common sentimentality). Critics throw around the term 'haunting,' but in this case, it's true. I first read it in the new Amazon literary magazine Day One, back in October, and I'm still thinking about John and Sheila.
Great Sci-fi Short
A story about man and society relate to technology and how those aren't always the same. A touching story with a powerful ending. I look forward to reading more from Rebecca Adams Wright.
Very Different
Cant give the ending away but it came all too soon.
A nice wee read, much enjoyed.
Give it a go I think you will enjoy.
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Title: Sheila
Author: Rebecca Adams Wright
Narrator: Luke Daniels
Format: Unabridged
Length: 32 mins
Language: English
Release date: 05-12-15
Publisher: Brilliance Audio
Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes
Genres: Fiction, Short Stories & Anthologies
Publisher's Summary:
This story was originally published in Day One, a weekly literary journal dedicated to short fiction and poetry from emerging writers.
John, a widower and retired judge, has had a hard time letting go of the things that remind him of his beloved deceased wife, Millie: most of all their cherished robotic (but stunningly lifelike) spaniel, Sheila, who has been his stalwart companion for twenty-five years.
When a new law is passed that criminalizes ownership of robotic dogs, John is faced with a heartbreaking choice. As his final day with Sheila unfolds, John will clash with those closest to him and reminisce about how much Sheila has meant to him and his family. Humor and humanity blend seamlessly with science fiction as the story comes to a piercing, poignant conclusion.
"Sheila" by Rebecca Adams Wright is a mesmerizing take on love and attachment in their myriad, complex forms.
Members Reviews:
Compelling and evocative science fiction story
A hauntingly beautiful story.When the perfect essence of the faithful canine companion embodied in long lasting robotic form is outlawed, one man faces loses his faithful companion. The ending will linger with the reader. Can't wait to see more by this talented writer.
Sheila (A Short Story)
A must read if you love dogs. I would have felt the same as the owner of Sheila but I don't know if I would have ended the story as he had. I guess I missed along the way why people chose mechanical dogs instead of real ones. Anyway, I chose four stars because it was heartwarming and it kept my attention from beginning to end.
such heart and humanity
Wow, wow, wow. Transcends genre and earns its sentiment (which is distinct from common sentimentality). Critics throw around the term 'haunting,' but in this case, it's true. I first read it in the new Amazon literary magazine Day One, back in October, and I'm still thinking about John and Sheila.
Great Sci-fi Short
A story about man and society relate to technology and how those aren't always the same. A touching story with a powerful ending. I look forward to reading more from Rebecca Adams Wright.
Very Different
Cant give the ending away but it came all too soon.
A nice wee read, much enjoyed.
Give it a go I think you will enjoy.