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Publisher Unknown (2013)
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LibraryThing member JulesJones
Take praying mantises, give them human intelligence and emotions so that we can identify with them -- and leave them their insect behaviour patterns, described in beautiful language that heightens rather than hides the horror of what's going on.
I can see why this made the Hugo ballot. But it really
I can see why this made the Hugo ballot. But it really
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doesn't work for me. Not voting for this one. Show Less
LibraryThing member AltheaAnn
"Love will tear us apart, again." Anthropomorphism of mantises who have made sexual cannibalism an art form serves as a commentary on human relationships. Creepy, but felt more like notes than a finished product.
Awards
Hugo Award (Nominee — Short Story — 2013)
Locus Award (Finalist — Short Story — 2013)
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