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"DNA: Time On His Hands" by Stephanie (strange TG) 10, 9, 9
"DNA: Time On His Hands" by Stephanie (stephanie@nym.alias.net). Jay is being sentenced to life in prison; but no problem: he is confident that he can escape. So that he'll be sent to a lower-security prison (which will make escape easier), Jay agrees to take a DNA drug. The drug will transform Jay, and since the only sample of his original DNA will be stored by the authorities, they presume he will not try to escape until the end of his sentence – which is a logical fallacy, since the story also says he's getting a life sentence Jay figures he'll take the drug, break out of prison, track down some black- market DNA peddler, and undo the DNA change. With a new face and body he'd be virtually untraceable. The risk of the stronger dose DNA virus killing him is one he is willing to face. Of course, the judge sentences him to be a female. The story concludes with a surprise ending, as Jay goes through the transformation in a rather unexpected manner. I was surprised, but not exactly thrilled. This is a good story – just not as good as some of this author's other offerings, which tend to be absolutely excellent. Ratings for "DNA: Time On His Hands" Athena (technical quality): 10 Venus (plot & character): 9 Celeste (appeal to reviewer): 9 |