REMARKABLE DEBUT Book FROM CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED AUTHOR MARTIN L. SHOEMAKER. Shoemaker demonstrates why he offers consitently been praised as one of the best story writers in SF today with this touching, thoughtful, action-packed debut book, based on his award-winning brief story Today I am Paul. TODAY Mildred provides Alzheimer’s. As remembrances fade, she acquires the aid of a full-time android to aid her in everyday living. Carey. Carey manages Mildred, but its true mission can be to fill in the gaps in about Today I am Carey Mildred’s previous. To bring last night into today by becoming a copy. However, not merely a duplicate of the physical person. A copy from the inside out. I AM After Mildred passes, Carey must look for a fresh purpose. For a while, that purpose is Mildred’s family members. To maintain them safe from harm. To become of service. There is Paul Owens, the overworked scientist and business leader. Susan Owens, the devoted teacher. And Millie, a wondering little girl who’ll develop up alongside her android closest friend. And Carey will develop up with her. Carey cannot age. But Carey can change. CAREY Carey problems. Carey seeks to comprehend life’s difficulties. Carey makes its own path. Carey must figure out how to live. To grow. To caution. To survive. To be.