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• Clearly the product of Asimov's brilliant, scientific mind, this story should have impressed me more than it did. My first Asimov, I was excited to read some sci-fi by one of the masters of the genre; however, it fell flat for me on account of my dislike of the characters and being confused for some parts (OK, most parts) of the story. I should have liked the two MCs (they were children) but I thought they were incredible brats ⬇️

The fun things you can find when looking for a Y science fiction for your #LitsyAtoZ. This was a short story by Isaac Asimov involving some aliens seeking a trade deal with a new planet, but things quickly get out of hand after they crash and are found by the children of the locals they were supposed to meet.

Perspective is everything...

Thanks for an unexpected find @SerialReader

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An intriguing little Asimov short about two youths (and two fathers) who encounter spacefaring alien explorers. No one can dispute Asimov is a clever storyteller, and imaginative, and scientifically sophisticated; but I‘m realizing now, reading him as an adult, how lifeless his prose often feels.

I found it interesting and entertaining. It was certainly a quick read. There were some ideas which intrigued me. The twist at the end blew me away and had me laughing. I did not see that coming.

This is also the first thing I read on the #SerialReader. Needless to say that I absolutely love the idea and will be using it to read a lot of stuff from now on. #classic #scifi

A cute short sci-fi story with a funny twist at the end.

Asimov is one of my favorite writers and even his B sides can pack a punch.

I really dislike so much science fiction and this, imho was@dreadful. I‘m certain some would love it. Me? Negative 50 🌟

An interesting, short sci-fi novel. I loved the ending! A good little twist I didn't see coming.
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"Oh, my." Haha .. what a weird little story!

Strange scifi somehow capturing readers' curiosity! Alternating viewpoints unfold the plot's three layers. Prose flows smoothly even during bursts of very soft science dialogue. Expected short story plot twists may or may not surprise. Challenged perspectives and optimistic speculation transform what could be cliché into humorous, albeit entirely unrealistic, food-for-thought. Recommended for social commentary scifi fans seeking a quick fun read ☺

I was intrigued by so many Litizens raving about #SerialReader, so I thought I'd give it a try. I highly recommend it! It's a fun little app, and I'll probably upgrade to get the rest of the features.

Any suggestions on what I should read next?

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