Unenviable Stories

We present a collection of short stories by Andrey No. “Unenviable Stories” continues to expand our understanding of the controversial combination of traditional science fiction and modern intellectual prose. The author’s most well-known book, “Subject,” once captivated the public with attention that was both contradictory and strong, thanks to its original plot and reinterpretation of hackneyed conventions. But the writer’s ideas for surprising readers and listeners didn’t end there. This collection includes three stories—two written as social, high-stakes science fiction, and the third as a psychological prose piece with elements of suspense. Lenses with built-in artificial intelligence are no longer a fantasy. Now human behavior errors and awkward situations have been eliminated—people have learned to understand each other better, and crime has become predictable. Of course, there are still plenty of people who refuse to wear these lenses. Who are they—terrorists with something to hide? Or are “refusers” aware of something about the lenses that advertising is hiding? Lex, sentenced to death, bequeaths his body to the scientific experimental project “Lost Beach,” which aims to enter the digital adult entertainment services market. There’s a fantastic apartment for rent—very cheap. The price is far below market value. So what’s the catch? Maybe it’s the owner? Listen! Think! As always, all three stories deliver unexpected plot twists and an unforgettable ending.