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Today I Am Carey

By: Martin L. Shoemaker
Narrated by: John Skelley
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The remarkable debut novel from critically acclaimed author Martin L. Shoemaker. 

Shoemaker proves why he has consistently been praised as one of the best story writers in SF today with this touching, thoughtful, action-packed debut novel, based on his award-winning short story "Today I Am Paul". 

TODAY 

Mildred has Alzheimer's. As memories fade, she acquires the aid of a full-time android to assist her in everyday life. Carey. Carey takes care of Mildred, but its true mission is to fill in the gaps in Mildred's past. To bring yesterday into today by becoming a copy. But not merely a copy of a physical person. A copy from the inside out. 

I AM 

After Mildred passes, Carey must find a new purpose. For a time, that purpose is Mildred's family. To keep them safe from harm. To be of service. There is Paul Owens, the overworked scientist and business leader. Susan Owens, the dedicated teacher. And Millie, a curious little girl who will grow up alongside her android best friend. And Carey will grow up with her. Carey cannot age. But Carey can change. 

CAREY 

Carey struggles. Carey seeks to understand life's challenges. Carey makes its own path. Carey must learn to live. To grow. To care. To survive. To be.

©2019 Martin L. Showmaker (P)2019 Recorded Books Hard Science Fiction Science Fiction Fiction

Critic reviews

“A dazzling ride through the near future. I enjoyed it thoroughly. I’ve never seen anything remotely like it.” (Jack McDevitt, author of the Alex Benedict series)
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An interesting premise that could have been so much more than it was. The potential to explore the existential nature of the human condition, memory and love is botched or sidestepped, resulting in a superficial effort that reads like a banal and saccharine journal and drags badly in the second half. Very disappointing.

On the plus side it is well read and accessibly written. It is just a shame it is devoid of intellectual stimuli. I don't like leaving overly critical reviews as a rule but the hype surrounding this seems exceedingly Ill deserved. Just my honest opinion. Each to their own

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