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Jericho Solus
“They watch me—the feeling as acute as a sharp, cold blade against my skin.
I may have lived an ordinary existence, but I can fight. Though my memory is
like a beast cowering in the shadows, I know in my core I can fight, as if it’s what
I’m wired to do.Her breaths echo in my dark cell. Is she real? She fills my
emptiness with heat, and God help the people that harm her.
I am the Solus. My name is Jericho, and killing is what I do best.”
Jericho’s captivity begins a journey to a forgotten past, forgotten comrades, and forgotten love. His remembrance pulls him back in time to reveal an unexpected metamorphosis to his current state. As memories move Jericho back through history, his captors propel him forward into a surreal world, until both timelines combine to expose who and what Jericho is.
I may have lived an ordinary existence, but I can fight. Though my memory is
like a beast cowering in the shadows, I know in my core I can fight, as if it’s what
I’m wired to do.Her breaths echo in my dark cell. Is she real? She fills my
emptiness with heat, and God help the people that harm her.
I am the Solus. My name is Jericho, and killing is what I do best.”
Jericho’s captivity begins a journey to a forgotten past, forgotten comrades, and forgotten love. His remembrance pulls him back in time to reveal an unexpected metamorphosis to his current state. As memories move Jericho back through history, his captors propel him forward into a surreal world, until both timelines combine to expose who and what Jericho is.
286 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 1, 2012
About the author
Jeffery Moore
27 books21 followersWhen I’m not writing, I’m thinking about writing. That may sound like my existence revolves around writing, and if you ask either my wife or two daughters, I’m certain they would say as much. It’s not all about writing. I work for a global IT company as an education specialist (yeah, developing those technical presentations—trust me, I really put forth a great amount of effort trying not to make them ‘dry’). I do a fair amount of work in the Cloud computing and data storage areas. I sense the eyelids drooping already. Okay, I was born in Germany (West Germany at the time) and spent the bulk of my childhood living there. I’m a military brat and a veteran, which means I’ve spent most of my life on the move.
I’m indie and write speculative fiction. I say speculative because it really doesn’t fit solidly into a fiction genre. Though my titles are categorized as Fantasy, my stories are cross-genre. I strive to introduce new concepts into my stories, staying away from Middle Earth type characters (way overdone). So for you Fantasy readers, my stories will be a deviation from the norm.
I’m indie and write speculative fiction. I say speculative because it really doesn’t fit solidly into a fiction genre. Though my titles are categorized as Fantasy, my stories are cross-genre. I strive to introduce new concepts into my stories, staying away from Middle Earth type characters (way overdone). So for you Fantasy readers, my stories will be a deviation from the norm.
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April 16, 2012
Jericho Solus is a sprawling urban fantasy meets historical (urbanish, feudal maybe) fantasy meets science fiction... I would even throw a heavy seasoning of romance. I know that seems as clear as mud. It just seems to transcend genres, it doesn't fit within the confines of any one particular type of story.
My hat is off to Jeffery Moore on the level of detail in the historical descriptions of this book. He is either a history nut or did some major research on this book - it just boggles my mind. I have to admit, historical stories in general are not my usual 'bag', but I was enthralled regardless of the time period or even planet the characters may be on at the time. As with any real inclusion of large amounts of history, the subject of violence and war comes up. The descriptions of war, battles, even just the physical altercation scenes do obviously contain violence but it is not excessively brutal or bloody.
The book contains religious overtones without getting preachy or trying to convert me or having religion hijack the tale. I do enjoy the religious current running underneath the story, it add another rich layer- it's all those layers and little things adding up that make this book so appealing.
Overall it was quite enjoyable, I normally would not have read this book but I'm so glad I did. It starts out a little odd, takes some getting used to like dipping your toe into a bathtub or pool to gradually sink into its depths. Once you've taken the plunge, the current will sweep you along until you reached the still waters at the end.
Some quotes from the book:
"The room doesn't echo my voice, but instead seems to absorb the sound as if I speak into water."
"You are Jericho Solus."
"Riding the pulse? Did Andro just use slang?"
"'I don't want to be a gentleman... not now.'
She sucks in her lower lip.
'And you don't want a gentleman, Gebal.'"
My hat is off to Jeffery Moore on the level of detail in the historical descriptions of this book. He is either a history nut or did some major research on this book - it just boggles my mind. I have to admit, historical stories in general are not my usual 'bag', but I was enthralled regardless of the time period or even planet the characters may be on at the time. As with any real inclusion of large amounts of history, the subject of violence and war comes up. The descriptions of war, battles, even just the physical altercation scenes do obviously contain violence but it is not excessively brutal or bloody.
The book contains religious overtones without getting preachy or trying to convert me or having religion hijack the tale. I do enjoy the religious current running underneath the story, it add another rich layer- it's all those layers and little things adding up that make this book so appealing.
Overall it was quite enjoyable, I normally would not have read this book but I'm so glad I did. It starts out a little odd, takes some getting used to like dipping your toe into a bathtub or pool to gradually sink into its depths. Once you've taken the plunge, the current will sweep you along until you reached the still waters at the end.
Some quotes from the book:
"The room doesn't echo my voice, but instead seems to absorb the sound as if I speak into water."
"You are Jericho Solus."
"Riding the pulse? Did Andro just use slang?"
"'I don't want to be a gentleman... not now.'
She sucks in her lower lip.
'And you don't want a gentleman, Gebal.'"
May 2, 2012
I truly enjoyed Jeffery Moore’s book. It is not the type of book I would typically read, but after reading a preview, I thought that the writing was good, and I found the content to be very intriguing. The author calls his work speculative fiction because it defies categorization into any one fictional genre. I completely agree. Jericho Solus is part historical fiction, part legend, part sci-fi, part fantasy, part romance, and part conspiracy—all with an undercurrent of existentialism.
The three central characters in the story are Jericho, the Solus who embodies action and leadership; Gebal, the Insid who personifies wisdom; and Dimash, the Sensum who represents morality. The author does a great job of developing each character around their special trait. And he plays them off one another to create the balance that is necessary. They are part of a legend not unlike those found in many religions throughout history. They are the trinity. Though they must each remain separate, each is dependent on the others. And they are each an extension of an entity referred to as the Father.
Although this concept sounds vaguely familiar, it is not as it seems. This trinity is not of this earth, but it also is most definitely not of saints, archangels, and fluffy white clouds. The world created by Jeffery Moore is one of endless time, strange creatures, and green goo. And as strange and alien as it seems, it is also very human. A world of of honor, love, and understanding.
The story is told in the first person from Jericho’s perspective. This makes perfect sense since he is the part of the trinity that embodies action and leadership; his experiences and reactions in each of the worlds he encounters are a good vehicle for propelling the story forward. Using the first person point of view also works very well because a sense of the unknown is an essential part of the story. Each character goes through periods of not knowing who or what they are, and then they become enlightened. The reader accompanies them as they transform their fear into understanding. The journey takes Jericho and the reader back and forth through time and space. This creates a sense of confusion with an undercurrent of knowing that propels you forward until you have come full circle. In the end, you are left with glittering vestiges of experiences that could each have been legends unto themselves.
The three central characters in the story are Jericho, the Solus who embodies action and leadership; Gebal, the Insid who personifies wisdom; and Dimash, the Sensum who represents morality. The author does a great job of developing each character around their special trait. And he plays them off one another to create the balance that is necessary. They are part of a legend not unlike those found in many religions throughout history. They are the trinity. Though they must each remain separate, each is dependent on the others. And they are each an extension of an entity referred to as the Father.
Although this concept sounds vaguely familiar, it is not as it seems. This trinity is not of this earth, but it also is most definitely not of saints, archangels, and fluffy white clouds. The world created by Jeffery Moore is one of endless time, strange creatures, and green goo. And as strange and alien as it seems, it is also very human. A world of of honor, love, and understanding.
The story is told in the first person from Jericho’s perspective. This makes perfect sense since he is the part of the trinity that embodies action and leadership; his experiences and reactions in each of the worlds he encounters are a good vehicle for propelling the story forward. Using the first person point of view also works very well because a sense of the unknown is an essential part of the story. Each character goes through periods of not knowing who or what they are, and then they become enlightened. The reader accompanies them as they transform their fear into understanding. The journey takes Jericho and the reader back and forth through time and space. This creates a sense of confusion with an undercurrent of knowing that propels you forward until you have come full circle. In the end, you are left with glittering vestiges of experiences that could each have been legends unto themselves.
May 3, 2012
I wasn’t sure what to expect when I started to read Jericho Solus by Jeffery Moore, and I have to say it was much more that I could have hoped for. I would have to classify this book as a fantasy with a bit of history thrown in for good measure.
The story follows Jericho who finds himself a captive with no knowledge of who or what held him. As his memories surface from the past he starts to remember who and what he is. His memories strengthen his resolve as he demands answers and in turn is reunited with Gebal as they explore their memories of the past and how they affect their current situation. Their journey takes them far into another galaxy and on a faraway planet they discover their true destiny.
The book is extremely well written and well-timed with strategically placed flashbacks that added so much depth and back ground to the current happenings within the story. Within these flashbacks the characters are fleshed in a way that drew me in and I was already emotionally invested by the end of the first chapter and continued through the entire book. The plot line was fairly complex and I was quite impressed with how the author included pivotal points in history in a way that makes total sense and leaves the reader with a sense of “What if?”
There were three main characters within the story:Jericho, Gebal and Dimash. We see the characters develop as they travel to their destination of another planet to fulfill a quest for the Kamai. I really enjoyed watching the characters evolve as they discover that the mistakes of the past can shape their decisions and outcomes of the future.The author did a fantastic job bringing the story to life with his descriptions of the many different landscapes and cities.This was a very visual read for me and the story played out in my mind with vivid images. I also enjoyed the author’s battle and fight scenes. They were very true to life and as a lover of warriors and battles I was very pleased.
There is so much I could say about this book and its characters but that would give too much away and I feel this is a book that needs to be discovered as each page turns. I strongly recommend this book for those who enjoy a mix of history and fantasy. I for one am looking forward to reading more from Jeffery Moore.
With that said I give this book a 4.5
Reviewed for DarkissReads. www.darkissreads.com
The story follows Jericho who finds himself a captive with no knowledge of who or what held him. As his memories surface from the past he starts to remember who and what he is. His memories strengthen his resolve as he demands answers and in turn is reunited with Gebal as they explore their memories of the past and how they affect their current situation. Their journey takes them far into another galaxy and on a faraway planet they discover their true destiny.
The book is extremely well written and well-timed with strategically placed flashbacks that added so much depth and back ground to the current happenings within the story. Within these flashbacks the characters are fleshed in a way that drew me in and I was already emotionally invested by the end of the first chapter and continued through the entire book. The plot line was fairly complex and I was quite impressed with how the author included pivotal points in history in a way that makes total sense and leaves the reader with a sense of “What if?”
There were three main characters within the story:Jericho, Gebal and Dimash. We see the characters develop as they travel to their destination of another planet to fulfill a quest for the Kamai. I really enjoyed watching the characters evolve as they discover that the mistakes of the past can shape their decisions and outcomes of the future.The author did a fantastic job bringing the story to life with his descriptions of the many different landscapes and cities.This was a very visual read for me and the story played out in my mind with vivid images. I also enjoyed the author’s battle and fight scenes. They were very true to life and as a lover of warriors and battles I was very pleased.
There is so much I could say about this book and its characters but that would give too much away and I feel this is a book that needs to be discovered as each page turns. I strongly recommend this book for those who enjoy a mix of history and fantasy. I for one am looking forward to reading more from Jeffery Moore.
With that said I give this book a 4.5
Reviewed for DarkissReads. www.darkissreads.com
May 2, 2012
The closest I’ve ever been to a different planet / world is… my own lala land where I escape reality.
That until I read Jericho Solus. Although human, Jericho Solus is unlike other humans. He’d been around since the beginning of humanity, living through wonderful tales of bravery, betrayal, and love. Even though Jericho Solus’ journey is fascinating, Jeff’s signature is incontestable. He portrays a multidimensional hero, an absolute must for such a novel.
Leaving aside the fact that Jeff has been my critique partner and friend for a long time now, Jericho Solus is the best piece he’s ever written. Jeff’s ability to take the reader into alien worlds is an art, an innate talent that comes to him so effortless. His novels are not your average novels, but rather for people with an understanding and a vision of other worlds. Deep, analytical, intriguing. Prepare to embark for a journey of a lifetime, spanning over centuries and artfully brought back to present time. Prepare to root for a hero so out of the ordinary, he will jump out at you from the first page until the last. Prepare to unlock world’s secrets and find clues about its history. Prepare to discover a universe no money or spacecraft would take you.
5+ stars for Jericho Solus.
That until I read Jericho Solus. Although human, Jericho Solus is unlike other humans. He’d been around since the beginning of humanity, living through wonderful tales of bravery, betrayal, and love. Even though Jericho Solus’ journey is fascinating, Jeff’s signature is incontestable. He portrays a multidimensional hero, an absolute must for such a novel.
Leaving aside the fact that Jeff has been my critique partner and friend for a long time now, Jericho Solus is the best piece he’s ever written. Jeff’s ability to take the reader into alien worlds is an art, an innate talent that comes to him so effortless. His novels are not your average novels, but rather for people with an understanding and a vision of other worlds. Deep, analytical, intriguing. Prepare to embark for a journey of a lifetime, spanning over centuries and artfully brought back to present time. Prepare to root for a hero so out of the ordinary, he will jump out at you from the first page until the last. Prepare to unlock world’s secrets and find clues about its history. Prepare to discover a universe no money or spacecraft would take you.
5+ stars for Jericho Solus.
April 17, 2012
I tried several times to read this book. Unfortunately, I just couldn't seem to get into it. I was confused from the very beginning. I couldn't even picture the setting. All I could think was, this would probably make a great movie. If someone else could make it come to life for me, I would probably really enjoy it. I like the concept, but the writing was stilted and didn't flow for me. I am not saying others wouldn't love this book, but for me, it isn't my kind of book.
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