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Tom Dell'Aringa
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The Rook by Daniel O'Malley
I'd heard so much about this book, and some of the editorial reviews are off the charts. As an author, I'm always interested (and excited) to see something new in fiction. I came to the book with high expectations, but it ended up being a roller coaster ride ending in disappointment.
The Rook is a mostly well written and enjoyable story, and I agree with a lot of what was said in that regard. It's Read more of this blog post »
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Welcome to the latest groovy vibes in the absolutely jammin' series that is the "John and Alvis Sessions" from author Tom Dell'Aringa ( @tom.dellaringa.scifi.author ). If you've been following along with the rest of us, this is B" Read more of this review » |
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"Got this free on Bookbub and thoroughly enjoyed the ride. Dishonoured pilot and snarky robot who is far too clever for his own good but makes a good alarm clock. John has to prove his innocence and save Ril with the help of Lizaphants Tuk and Muk, we"
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"Wonderful fast paced sci to book #1
John is a former military pilot trying to make a name for himself as a smuggler. He is not very good at it. Alongside of him is an obsolete robot with its own opinion. They are like oil and water. John is blackmailed" Read more of this review » |
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The relationship from he'll gets a boost as they are challenged to survive. Greatly entertaining so much that I couldn't stop laughing. Thrilling action throughout." |
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