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Do Anything - A Mysterious Science Fiction Tale by [Smitherd, Luke]

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From the author of the international best-seller The Stone Man, shortlisted for Audible UK's Book of the Year Award 2015
In DO ANYTHING, Luke Smitherd brings you two more Tales Of The Unusual:
CLOSURE: A winter walk in the woods seemed like a great idea to Gary and his wife, Carla. But when another version of himself appears and kidnaps Gary's wife before his very eyes, Gary must decide whether or not to use the strange mechanical devices his duplicate has left him ... and then live with the choice.
YOUR NAME IS IN THE BOOK: When eleven year old John Diner comes home to find a immense, mysterious book lying on his bed - its cover torn off, every page an endless list of names, some of which even belong to people he knows - he assumes its some kind of phone directory. It has to be, right? Even when the only numbers inside are single digits; solitary and curious scores printed next to each person listed. A puzzle, for sure... and a warning. A desperate message from an unseen stranger, a man trying to explain a terrible truth.

John will find himself uncovering a darker reality than he can ever imagine, and the beginning of his road towards an impossible choice...

PRAISE FOR LUKE SMITHERD'S WRITING:
"A novel that intrigues, enthralls, horrifies, thrills, and hits the reader with an emotional resonance as only the best stories can." Ain'tItCoolNews.com
"Strong characterization, moral quandaries, mystery, and a whole lot of tense moments. Reading the final sentence was truly a bittersweet moment. " SFsignal.com, Hugo award-winning website
"I couldn't help myself and read this is one sitting." - simon211175, Amazon Vine Voice
"Fantastically written characters who make you care about them right from the off." - Andy Pettifer
"It was one of those books where you tell yourself you will read just one more page, then look at the clock and realise that it's 2 hours later. I would thoroughly recommend it." - Elaine Hosegood
"I have owned a Kindle for about 2 years and downloaded some excellent books ... but Luke Smitherd's works beat the lot." - Silversmith, Amazon UK Review
"As soon as I started reading I was completely sucked in, which very rarely happens for me. I couldn't wait to get home and read it each night. I laughed. I cried. I did actual real life gasps of horror."- Katie, Amazon Review
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File Size: 315 KB
Print Length: 86 pages
Simultaneous Device Usage: Unlimited
Publisher: Flying Body Press (January 1, 2016)
Publication Date: January 1, 2016
Sold by: Amazon Digital Services LLC
Language: English
ASIN: B0190IZ2PU
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Another Home Run by Luke Smitherd

ByZia Tigeron January 1, 2016

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I was first introduced to Luke Smitherd through The Stone Man. I've read a lot of his other works and really enjoy the stories and worlds he creates. In Do Anything (Tales of the Unusual) Smitherd continues his excellent story telling. While the book starts off oddly, not many books start with the chapter "Closure", it is an engaging read. Even though Do Anything is Sci-Fi, don't let that dissuade you from reading it if you are not into Sci-Fi, to me it's more human nature and a comment on society and where it is possibly heading.

If I could give half stars I would give it a 4.5, mainly due to length, 84 pages is not a lot for $2.99. However just because it is short doesn't mean that it doesn't deliver. It will definitely leave you wanting to discuss the book with others. I would highly recommend it for a book club, for there are a lot of great discussions waiting at the end of the book.

Also I would highly recommend reading the rest of Smitherd's other books. Each one is an incredible read. Smitherd is definitely a hidden gem in the literary world and I would also like to point out that he is in the running for Audiobook of the Year 2015 (UK) for The Stone Man, competing with the likes of J.K. Rolwing and Stephen King.

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ORIGINAL FICTION BY AN ORIGINAL AUTHOR- READ THIS!!!

ByBSMon January 1, 2016

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Luke Smitherd again plumbs the depths of his unique imagination to give us two more stories that amaze! This is the freshest, most original writing I have had the pleasure of reading.

In this book we stroll into the garden with a pretty average happy young couple with pretty average happy little lives. By the time we leave the garden these young people have the most extraordinary new circumstance to deal with. Can they Do Anything to put things right? Will they? Can they ever have their average happy little lives as an average happy young couple again?

Next we enter the life of a young boy at a turning point in his life. Unfortunately for him, he has no understanding of this, dismisses it, and continues on in a life that keeps turning. Intense, mysterious and shocking.

Reading Smitherd's work is seriously a vacation for the mind, and you will not want to return to reality so soon. I always make sure I have the time to read his books from cover to cover in one sitting, even if it requires sleepless nights. He is that good. Read this!

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Do Anything is a book with two disturbing stories

ByFrClon January 1, 2016

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Do Anything is a collection of two stories in which the characters find themselves in circumstances beyond their control and beyond their belief.

In Closure, Gary and Carla are a normal, loving couple. Something completely abnormal happens and Gary must decide if he will Do Anything to make things right again. What he has to do makes him question his long-held belief system and his definition of morality.

In Your Name is in the Book, the people of the world are finally given the opportunity to live in peace and prosperity, but some must pay a high price if they don't meet the standards of the new world.

Both stories have a surreal feeling about them. Things are happening to the characters that they can't quite believe, and to the author's credit, readers can easily put themselves into the shoes of the characters and understand the terrible choices they must make. It is quite discomforting to picture yourself in their situations and wonder what choices you would make. Would you really Do Anything to get what you needed at the expense of others?

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Tense and Totally Enthralling

Bykatrinaon January 1, 2016

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So tense and totally enthralling. So much going on in this book- the experiences and back-stories, and timeline changes, and the changing views make for a very, very exciting read. This author really knows how to weave a tale using alternate universes to make the reader question everything around them, and every decision they make, right down to the minutia and routine. If you can become so engaged in a piece of literature that you walk away from every read still contemplating what was written, throughout the day, then you know you've found an author to stick with. Luke Smitherd is this author- he never disappoints, and his imagination and style make him one of the best new authors out there today. His other books have the same powerful grasp, too- always exciting to get new stories from his extraordinary mind! Thank you and keep 'em coming, Smitherd!

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Like Stephen King meets the Twilight Zone

ByMetalHeadon March 23, 2016

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If you're not familiar with Luke Smitherd's work, he's a wunderkind of short story fiction. In these two sci-fi/horror gems, he draws on Stephen King and Rod Serling (among others) and puts together a pair of stories where people just leading their normal lives find out that their normal lives are anything but. The stories are as emotionally charged as they are entertaining. The second story, "Your Name Is In the Book," is a little dark, even for Luke, but it had the feel of a super twisted episode of Twilight Zone, but darker still. Definitely worth the price Enjoy!

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More amazing storytelling from Luke Smitherd

ByMerlnichon January 1, 2016

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Luke Smitherd's writing style is the sort that I have spent hours searching for. His subtly altered worlds lend themselves to brilliant and fascinating storytelling. He creates engaging characters with such depth that the reader becomes invested in their lives. I find myself thinking about the characters and their stories when I'm not actively reading and looking forward to the time when I can get back to their story. That, to me, is an indicator of a great author.

"Closure" explores the possibility of parallel universes and what happens when the barrier between worlds is broken.

"Your Name Is In the Book" asks what one would be willing to do to gain, and even keep, happiness and fulfillment regardless of the consequences to others.

In conclusion: MOAR!

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Confusing stories

Two stories which are a bit confusing and take some time to comprehend. GI needed the afterword from the author to get some better insight. Still a nice read.

Published 7 months ago by Agile_Chris

Excellent stuff

Real honest to goodness Sci Fi speculative fiction written brilliantly. Highly recommend, both stories a real page turner.Read more

Published 8 months ago by shelliefromtirau

If you like ‘off the wall’ you’ll love Luke Smitherd’s books

here are another two unpredictable, bizarre tales from Luke Smitherd.
‘Closure’..... what would you do if another version of you came and stole something precious and then...Read more

Published 9 months ago by Willow

Ingenious but cryptic

Great writing style with a brilliant plot but it took a lot of patience to finally discover just how ingenious the plot was. Wow

Published 10 months ago by Charlie Brown

the ones that are slightly unpleasant but not the worst things that could happen

Reading Luke's stories have convinced me to stop examining the speed bumps in my life, the ones that are slightly unpleasant but not the worst things that could happen.Read more

Published 1 year ago by G. Parlee

Hands down new favorite author

Luke does it again! I couldn't put Do Anything down. Can't wait to read his new book!

Published 1 year ago by Angel Colin

Another fantastic collection of short stories by Luke Smitherd.

If you like well written, well composed, short stories with a plot and a novel twist in the end, then you should pick up this collection today.Read more

Published 1 year ago by Henry

An Unoriginal Review for an Original Talent

In reviews for Luke Smitherd's books, you will continually see praise for his originality. I echo that sentiment wholeheartedly.Read more

Published 1 year ago by Jeremy A. Smith

Clever and compelling

Beautifully written, and intriguing. I was immediately drawn into both of these strange but compelling stories. There's a wonderful Whatifness in Luke Smitherd's work.Read more

Published 1 year ago by Dedicated Book Lover

Smitherd Strikes Again!

I would like to thank Luke Smitherd for gifting me a copy of this ebook to review. Although I received this book for free, that has no bearing on the honesty of my review.Read more

Published 1 year ago by the_goddess_isis

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