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Reviewed by Pikasho Deka for Readers' Favorite
Another Life is an engrossing collection of short sci-fi stories by Mike Marsbergen. In a distant future devoid of birds, a young woman follows the trail of a mysterious crow in search of love, only to come across something else instead. An agent on the run from the authorities seeks help from a group of seers who have their own plans. Accused of being a murderer, a military officer tries a mysterious new drug to cope and wakes up to his true reality. Forced to fight in a reality TV deathmatch, a father finally gets the chance to exact revenge upon those who wronged him and his daughter. A young man finds a way to fight back against the invaders who have colonized his world, destroying his home and people.
As a sci-fi fan, I absolutely loved this collection. Another Life is one of those books you wish you could read once again for the very first time. These stories are full of surprises. Author Mike Marsbergen gives a masterclass in worldbuilding through these narratives, creating unique worlds that are distinct and immensely captivating. Each of these tales brings a different flavor to the collection, though they all cover science fiction. I enjoyed them all, but "Soulspore" was my personal favorite of the bunch. Despite the somewhat serious tone, I found a good dose of humor sprinkled here and there, especially in some of the dialogue. All in all, this collection is a treat for science fiction aficionados. If you're a fan of this genre, definitely grab a copy!
