(Near-Future SF) Gabriella is a strange child, 13, but still talking to imaginary friends, asking strange questions, and is fascinated by Venice's big island of plastic garbage. (3,557 words; Time: 11m)
Rating: ★★☆☆☆, Not Recommended
"Zanzara Island," by Rachel Armstrong (edited by Ian Whates), appeared in Now We Are Ten (RSR review), published on July 11, 2016 by NewCon Press.
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Pro: The descriptions of Venice are evocative. The boat collision generates lots of tension.
Con: There's no real plot; things just happen. And the apparent evolution of the garbage island into an intelligent creature is unexpected and seems random.
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Con: There's no real plot; things just happen. And the apparent evolution of the garbage island into an intelligent creature is unexpected and seems random.
Other Reviews: Search Web, Browse Review Sites, GoodReads.com
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