“The story is one about colonialism in a very interesting and recursive way, layers upon layers of what it means to colonize in many different contexts of the understanding of the word. Building a home. Spreading a spore. Destroying a home. This is not a story that pulls punches, but it is not one of black and white morality either and I appreciated that.”

“... a compelling story about grief and loss.”

“This is my favourite kind of science fiction – big ideas used to explore big themes on a very personal scale. This is a first-contact story that explores all kinds of unforeseen consequences of faster-than-light travel. It’s reminiscent of both Cixin Liu and Ted Chiang.”

“This story is an exploration of human loneliness, connection and the unintended consequences of the ‘move fast and break things’ approach. Heuler’s writing is so absorbing, the story grabbed me right away. It felt a little like a prequel to Annie Bot.”

“A haunting story about periods, bodies, and the moon. The end of a relationship that might also be the end of the world. There's always an opportunity to be true to oneself. Even at the last moment.”

“Have you read? Look for the Helpers by Dave Walsh at Phano... When all she wants to do is help war orphans and they aren't quite good enough.”

“The tension and pace are phenomenal in this story!”