REMARKABLE DEBUT NOVEL FROM CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED AUTHOR MARTIN L. SHOEMAKER. Shoemaker proves why he has consistently been praised as one of the best story writers in SF today with this touching, thoughtful, action-packed debut novel, based on his award-winning short story Today I am Paul.
Mildred is dying of Alzheimer's Disease. As her memories fade, she requires the aid of a full-time android to assist her in her everyday life. The android's duty: to tend to Mildred as Alzheimer's steals her away one memory at a time, and to pretend to be her absent family.
Soon, Mildred passes away, and the android Carey must find a new purpose in the world--and in its new family: Paul Owens, the overworked businessman. Susan Owens, the dedicated teacher. And Millie, a curious little girl who will grow up alongside her android best friend. As the humans around it age and change, Carey struggles to understand life's challenges and to make its own path. Carey must learn to live. To grow. To care.
Today I Am Carey is a story about life . . . and an android's memories.
Advance praise for Today I Am Carey:
"Martin Shoemaker proves conclusively that while a science fiction novel must have the trappings of science fiction, it is at its strongest when it is about people, even an artificial (but emotional) person named Carey."--Mike Resnick
"A dazzling ride through the near future. I enjoyed it thoroughly. I've never seen anything remotely like it."--Jack McDevitt
"Martin Shoemaker is a rare writer who can handle the challenges of dealing with future technology while touching the human heart. This is a must-read!"--David Farland, New York Times Best-selling Author
Praise for the work of Martin L. Shoemaker:
"Martin Shoemaker's 'Black Orbit' is a more conventional Analog adventure, and a very good example of such . . . a really solid story." -- Rich Horton, Locus Online
"['Bookmarked'] is an exceptional example of how to discuss deep moral and philosophical issues while maintaining a tight narrative that brings the reader along. This story will be added to the required readings for my SF classes." - Robert L Turner III, Tangent Online