Review: Unique and Engrossing New Sci-Fi Series
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 04 8, 2013
Author Michael Bunker's new short-story series, Pennsylvania, is a one-of-a-kind blend of both the Amish and Science Fiction genre.  While that might seem an odd juxtaposition, Bunker's story pulls it off in a very believable way, using elements of today's news and culture and putting them in a futuristic setting. The contrast of a low technology traditional culture and a high tech ultra-controlled society become highlighted as the main character, Jed, is being transported to the planet of "New Pennsylvania" to start a new life in the Amish Zone.  Here is a man who has rejected the excesses of modern society's fascination with technological gadgets being maintained by one for nine years during interstellar transport.  This story is full of points that bring us to question how we can manage technology without being managed by it ourselves.  It is also a great read and I cannot wait until the next in the series is published.