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Dream Machine

Submitted by riverhorse on Wed, 06/14/2017 - 16:15
Author: 

Su-Yee Lin

This interesting short story is about a worker in a factory in China, who doesn't know what the factory is making and doesn't really care, until things start getting weird. It is an enjoyable and quick read. I would have liked a little more from the ending, but even so, the story planted some things to think about. This is a good pick for you if you like magical realism and are looking for a diverting short story.

Favorite Thing: 
The hint that the factory was somehow selecting the right type of workers.
Dream Machine book cover
Book Length: 
Shortest
Part of Series: 
Not part of a series
Stand Alone: 
Yes
Stickiness: 
Moderate
Categories: 
Fiction
Fantasy and Steampunk

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Disclosures: 
None