astrangerhere's Reviews (1.31k)

a little too long, but a fun ride nonetheless.

I'd give this a 3.5 if I could. This reminds me most of Asimov's Empire stories. Though those were novels, the giant leaps in time were similar. I found the stories a bit dry and bereft of emotion, but I appreciated what they were trying to say. I did, however, lament the complete absence of women save as wives of some of the men in the very first story. Typical of the times, I suppose.

At once terribly disturbing and utterly beautiful. It was, for me, a complete departure from the other Ishiguro I've read, and it was a very pleasant suprise. I recommend it to anyone who is interested in the notions of medical ethics.

On second read, this is still a 4 star read for me. There are flaws, but it is still a unique way at looking at a problem that may still happen in our lifetimes.

"Should we scorn her because she's a kid? Or should we objectify her because she's a woman? What kind of shit should we make her feel like?"