Circle Is Closed

Progeny, Book 2

De: Ray Jay Perreault

Narrado por: Christopher M. Allport

Humanity left Earth a long time ago. They had treated their home planet poorly, and the deteriorating environment forced them to leave. They traveled 189 light years to a faraway world and named it Horizon, respecting the new lives they intended to build. Fortunately, they learned their lessons and treated their new world much better. After over 100,000 years away from Earth, they still revered her and taught their children her beauty. They knew that someday they would return, and hopefully Earth had healed, and she would welcome them back. They finally developed faster than light travel, and the first place they wanted to visit was the home planet of the human race. When a small crew made the trip, they found that Earth was healed and healthy, but they also found changes that surprised them. When they left to return to Horizon, they had more questions than when they left.

©2015 Raymond J. Perreault (P)2016 Raymond J. Perreault

Teasing short story! Very well done.

My rating: 4.5 stars
Audiobook narrator Christopher M. Allport rating: 4 stars

What. A. Tease! How can you end a book like this, Ray?!? This was a really fun short story that is the second book of the Progeny series (though they can completely be read as stand-alone editions). I enjoyed the first one but this one kept me interested the entire way. I suppose I really like books that are about space or take place in outer space so that helps.

I thought the brief character build up was great and the science behind the space travel was very interesting. I did not fully grasp why they were only allowed a 24-hour window into their endeavor but I suppose (in the world that they were in) that they could always come back?

The narration was great and it even included some sound effects which really fit well in the book. I suppose this is supposed to be directly related to the beings of the book Progeny but I really hope there is another book in this series to tie it all together! Again, I liked the bio at the end of Ray Jay.

I received a free copy of this audio book for an honest review.

Return to Earth

This super-short story had a little of everything. Space travel, politics, and of course, the sighting of the planet Earth for the descendents of humans that had left generations ago. This short would definitely whet your appetite for the longer story in the series. I was gifted this from the author.

An intriguing short story

Humanity managed to completely wreck Earth's environment, making it unfit for human survival. With no other real choices, a surviving remnant of the human race set out for a distant system where they seem to have a good chance of finding a habitable planet--and they succeed.

It's a very good planet, and they've learned their lesson, and have treated it well. But it's not Earth. Even after the multigenerational trip to the planet they call Horizon, and more than a thousand years there, they still feel committed to returning home to Earth, to see if it has recovered, in the hope of resettling it.

That's the background. This short story is about the first trip back to Earth after they develop a usable FTL drive, and the surprise they get when they arrive. It's a half-hour listen, and it's enjoyable and interesting.

Recommended.

I bought this audio short story.

Psychological sci fi

Good story. Nice tie in for some of his other stories. As a stand alone story it's very short but great companion story. A definite change from your traditional sci fi stories, quite enjoyable. I received this from the author narrator or publisher for free via audiobookblast in exchange for an unbiased review

For a short tale, it has depth.

Note: While this is Book 2 in the series, it works fine as a stand alone story.

Commander Leopold Harnessy is leading a mission to test a new FLT (Faster Than Light) technology. The humans of planet Horizon hope to find old Earth and perhaps resettle her but first a test ship must be sent to see if the new tech works. If it does, then larger ships could be sent the same way. The Horizon humans left Earth many, many generations ago but they still revere her. Now, they wish to reclaim that heritage.

Harnessy must leave his family on Horizon as he undertakes this possibly dangerous mission. His daughter Rose asks him a serious question about Earth during the send off ceremony. Harnessy hopes to find the answer to it and many other questions. When Harnessy & crew arrive at Earth, she is healed of all the environmental damage that forced humans to leave her so long ago. However, Harnessy and his shipmates are met with a surprise.

The author did a great job for such a short story. There’s plenty to consider in this compact tale. I was quickly drawn into the tale. There’s some big questions the main character has to consider, both before he leaves Horizon and once he gets to Earth. While the story moves swiftly along, it has depth.

I received a copy of this audiobook from the author at no cost in exchange for an honest review.

Narration: Christopher M. Allport tossed in some real ship sounds for when the ship AI is answering questions or announcing something. Each character was distinct and the the female voices were realistic. He also performed an old lady and a little girl with success.

Another great short story...need more!!!

Any additional comments?

This short story follows right behind the previous book, Progeny. It feels like it should be Chapter 2 in a much longer story. I sure hope it is because I like imagining where this story can lead. It is short, but well written and again, well narrated by Mr. Allport. The tone in this story was much more human and emotional than Progeny, but that's to be expected given the different points of view.

I'm excited to see where the story goes from here. Can't wait!!!


I received a free copy of this audio book for an honest review.

Unique Take on Humanity’s Return to Earth

"Circle Is Closed" offers a unique and fresh perspective on humanity's future. The idea of returning to a healed Earth after 100,000 years was intriguing, and Perreault didn't disappoint with the surprises he delivered. Christopher M. Allport’s performance is flawless, adding depth to the story and enhancing the overall experience. A must-listen for fans of futuristic exploration.

A Tale of Cosmic Twins

Follow the intertwined fates of two individuals navigating mysteries of the universe, blending emotion, science, and adventure in a compelling sci-fi narrative.

A Unique Perspective on Environmental Responsib

What I loved most about Circle Is Closed was its underlying message about caring for our planet. The story of humanity leaving Earth due to its decline, only to return centuries later, is a stark reminder of the consequences of environmental destruction. The author masterfully blends science fiction with a deep philosophical question: Can we ever truly undo the damage we cause The discoveries made by the crew upon their return to Earth left me eager for more

Good story. but too short.

I liked the story. felt it was too short. hope you make longer stories. will forward to if you make a follow up story