Feedback

Stories like this make me anxious.

Dennis E. Taylor's Feedback arrives as a compact sci-fi narrative that feels more like a literary appetizer than a full-course meal. At its core, it's a brief exploration of an interesting concept that doesn't quite have the room to fully stretch its wings.

Taylor, known for more expansive works like the Bobiverse series, seems constrained by the novella's limited format. The story offers a tantalizing premise - likely involving some form of technological or scientific speculation - but struggles to develop it fully within such a short span. It's the kind of story that leaves you wanting more, though not necessarily in the most satisfying way.

The three-star rating reflects a reading experience that's neither disappointingly bad nor remarkably good. It's a competent piece of science fiction that hints at larger ideas but doesn't quite have the space to fully explore them. For fans of Taylor's work, it might feel like a quick glimpse into his imagination; for newcomers, it might come across as slightly underwhelming.

Cool little story, reminding of a great indie movie Primer. And also hard to get at moments with the intertwined time lines. Fun listen!