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rank 5463
word count 11862
date submitted 21.09.2008
date updated 10.02.2009
genres: Fiction, Thriller, Science Fiction
classification: adult
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Evolution

Paul McCaffrey

In homage to H.G. Wells. Duel themes of science fiction and challenging our ideas of biological inheritance and the treatment of other species.

 

If the world has ended, what comes next? This is a pressing question at the forefront of the minds of the remnants of a minor species called ‘humanity’.

Most of all, it is on the minds of two people in particular. One, the main character, is a teacher from Kingstown, the state’s capital. He epitomises everyman and he desperately wants to escape his country posting in Sherinville. The other, Lisa Harvey, a PhD student from a farming community, who has had to adapt to life in the city after the destruction of the human race.

Both these characters witness the apparent disaster and reorganisation of the world they have always known. Independently they leave to find their family, home and the security of loved ones in their time of need. Meeting by chance on the open road, they witness the destructive power of what they are dealing with first hand.

Together they face a series of bizarre and terrifying events that leads them to an inescapable conclusion; to remain separate from this new creed of humankind, or lose all freedom of thought and join forces with the visitors.

 
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S Richard Betterton wrote 1338 days ago

Paul,
I've read the first chapter and will read more when I have time.
I found myself really rooting for the mouse and making a connection with your main character, so that's a great start. I've got one space on my bookshelf so there it goes!
Coincidentally my story also starts in the first person, but changes to third person after 3 chapters. I'm wondering whether yours will change POV too.
As I said, I'll be back for more!
cheers,
Simon

Nick Poole2 wrote 825 days ago

ARISE, AUTHONOMY GHOST!

Ease those weary, withered limbs from your coffin. Push away the stone from the mouth of the tomb.

You have one last task to perform. One last, sacred shelf to confer.

Whether you were plugger, spammer, gusher or troll, whether you flirted or fought in the forum or beavered away in the shadows, now is the time for your resurrection.

One last time. Marshall your strength, muster the last vestiges of your power and carry out your final Authonomy act:

Back my book, MIRROR IN THE SKY.

Then, only then, you may rest easy in your Authonomy grave.

Nick Poole2 (formerly known as NickP)

NWS wrote 1198 days ago

Although I've only read the prologue and part of the first chapter, I like your use of imagery and command of language. Based on your pitch, I found myself wondering which planet this remnant of humanity inhabited. My curiosity took an uptick when I discovered it was Earth. I'll definitely be back to read more.

Billy Young wrote 1231 days ago

Though this is a slow starter it kept me reading. I didn't like what happened to the mouse but hated more the image of the victims at the side of the road. You have to think what came next humankind deserved in some way.

alchemist wrote 1323 days ago

You are telling the story, not your character. Some phrases are not original and are a bit stiff. It needs some rewriting. Try reading it aloud and you will find some sentences stick a bit. I backed it but it needs work.

kwasumang wrote 1334 days ago

on my watchlist.

kwasumang wrote 1334 days ago

This reads very well i must say. I am always impressed by language that captures the sense and scenes. I think you prologue was nicely done. i have read a far bit into chapter one and will continnue. You will have my opinion when i am done.
kweku

S Richard Betterton wrote 1338 days ago

Paul,
I've read the first chapter and will read more when I have time.
I found myself really rooting for the mouse and making a connection with your main character, so that's a great start. I've got one space on my bookshelf so there it goes!
Coincidentally my story also starts in the first person, but changes to third person after 3 chapters. I'm wondering whether yours will change POV too.
As I said, I'll be back for more!
cheers,
Simon

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