Binaltro

Man's Best Friend #1

by L.J. Stamm, R.J. Evanovich

For Amos Kent, it began as a relaxing evening sail on Puget Sound. But in a matter of minutes, a violent storm erupted, threatening life and limb. A blinding flash of violet lightning exploding over his skiff turned everything to glowing neon, making time stand still. Then there was only blackness and silence. When he awakens, Amos is in a very different world, where a telepathic dog named Grick becomes his guide to a fantastic realm filled with strange creatures and deadly danger. Their encounter with the sorceress Balera of the night dwelling Karaxians leads them into a beautiful but chilling landscape. Amos and Grick have to make their way to the ancient city of Binaltro in hopes of finding a way out of this bizarre world. Is it a dream, or has he really been transported to this strange world? Amos must find the answer to that question. His life depends on it.

244 pages, Paperback

First published March 1, 2012

Reviews

[Kristen N.]

Together authors R.J. Evanovich and L.J. Stamm have created an amazing story with Binaltro book 1 in Man's Best Friend series. From the moment I picked up Binaltro book 1 in Man's Best Friend series I couldn't put it down. R.J. Evanovich and L.J. Stamm don't give the readers time for a break because with their writing their is never a dull moment to cause the reader to pause. The characters and the world Binaltro take place in are so well described it's as if artists themselves have drawn on the pages for the world to see. In the world the authors have created readers run into characters they will become close to and other that they will love to hate. I was floored to find out that the idea for Binaltro book 1 in Man's Best Friend series was developed in the early 70's, then sat untouched for all this time before being brought out into the light. Authors R.J. Evanovich and L.J. Stamm show their great talent by weaving suspense, fantasy, science fiction, action and adventure together creating an amazing story. In Binaltro the war wages between good and evil and sometimes that line you cross is small and hard to define. Binaltro book 1 in Man's Best Friend series is a great read that will capture the hearts and minds of readers of all ages. I cannot wait to read The Awakening book 2 Man's Best Friend series by authors R.J. Evanovich and L.J. Stamm. I have a feeling of more great things to come.

[Melissa · Rating 2 out of 5]

It seems clumsily written, in a way I can't quite pin down. Some potentially good ideas and so forth, just... awkward. It wasn't terrible--I've read terrible, and this wasn't it. It just was a bit... off.

A lot of the names feel kludgy and annoying (lots of k's and so forth). The writing feels subtly off, as if someone rewrote parts of it using a thesaurus without having a good feel for what the words actually mean.

The plot, on the other hand, was fairly solid. And, with a little more practice, these writers might end up pretty good. But this one just didn't do anything for me.

[Mark · Rating 5 out of 5]

i recently read this book and i loved it. it was an easy read and i loved the mysteries that were uncovered as the story unfolded. discovering that the guts of it were written nearly 30 years ago and just recently put together as a novel makes it all the better. i can't wait until the sequel comes out as i am very interested in what will happen next. hopefully more will be revealed and more mysteries will be solved!

[Sasha · Rating 5 out of 5]

First I would like to state that I have received this book through the goodreads giveaway. I received this book and began reading it and could not put it down. This book was a wonderful, top notch read . Great story line. The world that was created is very well done and the charters are great. You become very close to each of the charters. This is a really great read and I would recommend this book to anyone.

[Nat · Rating 4 out of 5]

Just got it today but finished by evening because it was so good. The lead was likeable and the world was very unique but described in such a superlative way that it felt real. I recommended to my family and one member has already started reading it and is also into it.

[Richard · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very fun read. Enjoyed and will definitely read the next one. Goes fast for those wanting a nice quick read. I think it is good fun for all ages.

[R.J. Evanovich · Rating 4 out of 5]

Since I am one of the authors, I have a pretty good opinion of the story. And Book 2 is even better.