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A fast-paced adventure with a side of thought-provoking themes

Synopsis: A young person who has taught themselves computer engineering since they were a child enters a speed-and-endurance race against well-equipped, well-funded professionals, supported only by home-built-and-programmed cybernetic augments. The prize money for placing in the top 5 would mean being able to earn full personhood, for themselves and for their siblings, and a future livelihood. But on the brink of victory, they are faced with a terrible ethical choice.

What I thought: I loved this short, fast-paced novella, with imaginative world-building. Even in the short length, the author does a good job of creating a complex, nuanced main character. I'm going to be avidly watching for more stories by this author.