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In an alternate 1937, Pan Am debuts a fleet of helium-filled luxury airships, and a steward on the maiden flight eavesdrops on the famous passengers. (9,200 words; Time: 30m)
Rating: ★★☆☆☆ Not Recommended
"The Great Pan American Airship Mystery, or, Why I Murdered Robert Benchley," by David Gerrold [bio] (edited by Sheila Williams), appeared in Asimov's Science Fiction issue 07|15, published on May 4, 2015 by Penny Publications.
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The descriptions of the Liberty are so well-crafted that one wants to buy a ticket on the next cruise. The dialogue between the half-forgotten historical figures feels very real.
But there isn't a story here. Nothing happens until the last three lines, and even then it doesn't make sense.
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But there isn't a story here. Nothing happens until the last three lines, and even then it doesn't make sense.
Other Reviews: Search Web, Browse Review Sites (Issue 07|15)
David Gerrold Info: Interviews, Websites, ISFDB, FreeSFOnline
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