Preferences, by Cat Rambo

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(Near-Future SF) Alanna and Howin take a cruise to forget their recent loss, but Alanna gets annoyed at the way the ship anticipates the things she wants. (1,800 words; Time: 06m)

Rating: ★★★☆☆ Average

The Rest Between Two Notes, by Cat Rambo

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(Cyber SF) The narrator kills her mother over and over in virtual reality as a form of therapy. It doesn't seem to be helping. (2,730 words; Time: 09m)

Rating: ★★★☆☆ Average

Left Behind, by Cat Rambo

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(SF) Shi handles elderly clients who are recruited to help steer starships through space. Her job is winding up, and one of her last clients presents a special challenge. (6,173 words; Time: 20m)

Rating: ★★★☆☆ Mixed

Recommended By: GDozois:4

Red in Tooth and Cog, by Cat Rambo

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(SF) When a feral robot steals her phone, Renee acquires a keen interest in the little robotic ecosystem that flourishes in the park. (6,828 words; Time: 22m)

Rating: ★★★★☆ Recommended

Recommended By: SFRevu:4 RHorton:5

Call and Answer, Plant and Harvest, by Cat Rambo

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(Science Fantasy) Cathay, a Chaos Mage in the city of Serendib, thrives on randomness. And how better to make the world more random than gambling? (4,000 words; Time: 13m)

Rating: ★★☆☆☆ Not Recommended