“Automatic Noodle” was a solid short story, though not a mind-blowing one for me. I enjoyed the central concept but overall it didn’t leave a lasting impression. Like with most short stories, I struggled to really invest in the characters, simply because the format doesn’t allow much time for deeper development. That said, it wasn’t a bad read at all. The idea was engaging enough to keep me interested, even if it didn’t fully satisfy me. In short: interesting concept, enjoyable for what it was, but not quite substantial enough to really stick with me.

What if a bunch of adorable post-war robots that are not needed for combat anymore, open a restaurant with pulled noodles and a lot of heart? What if they then get attacked by haters and face the threat of being unmade by the algorithm? Yes, and what if they fight against that in their very own way? This is the short, cozy story of Automatic Noodles. And if you love the idea of all of the above, then this is the (audio-)book for you. The audiobook is perfectly executed with a narrator that gives distinct and very adorable voices to all of them. 4/5 stars Thank you @netgalley and @Macmillan.Audio for the eARC! #AutomaticNoodle #Netgalley #Bookstagram