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Relics of Dawn: A Story Carved in Time
BOOK OF THE YEAR • "Mind-blowing is an understatement!"—I♥SCI-FI Podcast
In this time-twisting trilogy, Amazon Top 100 author A.W. DAVIDSON transports readers to a time where superstorms rage and cities crumble to dust. The world is dying, but who can we trust?
When extreme weather sweeps her life away, biologist Kaia Badra takes the helm of an audacious plan to save the planet. But beneath the Dawn Project’s promise of salvation through science, she uncovers whispers of deceptions. Driven by the conservation legacy of her lost parents, Kaia's quest for truth evolves into a personal crusade—a battle that could save the world… or lead to its destruction.
The search for answers unveils a theory by a rogue geologist from a time when bizarre weather was more enigma than apocalypse. Alan Pearce was determined to decode climatic secrets hidden in layers of rock beneath ancient ruins. Except, his unorthodox ideas led to ridicule rather than reverence. As the undercurrents of Kaia and Alan’s stories swirl together, a shocking revelation emerges, pointing to a deeper truth about the cycle of life, and how far they need to go to save it.
A.W. DAVIDSON deftly weaves speculative science with the thrill of an archaeological quest, echoing the thought-provoking, intricate style of Arthur C. Clarke. The entertaining story in Relics of Dawn also invites you to ponder the weight of our choices on the vast scale of geologic time with hope, skepticism, and relentless curiosity. In the end, you will find yourself wondering: Could relics from the dawn of civilization pull us back from the brink—or will they stand as a final testament to a society that went over the edge?
“The mystery of the Da Vinci Code meets the science of Interstellar!” Fans of Stargate, The Day After Tomorrow, and The Time Machine will love this gripping science fiction saga for our future.
Includes the complete Dawn Project trilogy — Eruption, Impact, and Revelation — with prologue and epilogue.
In this time-twisting trilogy, Amazon Top 100 author A.W. DAVIDSON transports readers to a time where superstorms rage and cities crumble to dust. The world is dying, but who can we trust?
When extreme weather sweeps her life away, biologist Kaia Badra takes the helm of an audacious plan to save the planet. But beneath the Dawn Project’s promise of salvation through science, she uncovers whispers of deceptions. Driven by the conservation legacy of her lost parents, Kaia's quest for truth evolves into a personal crusade—a battle that could save the world… or lead to its destruction.
The search for answers unveils a theory by a rogue geologist from a time when bizarre weather was more enigma than apocalypse. Alan Pearce was determined to decode climatic secrets hidden in layers of rock beneath ancient ruins. Except, his unorthodox ideas led to ridicule rather than reverence. As the undercurrents of Kaia and Alan’s stories swirl together, a shocking revelation emerges, pointing to a deeper truth about the cycle of life, and how far they need to go to save it.
A.W. DAVIDSON deftly weaves speculative science with the thrill of an archaeological quest, echoing the thought-provoking, intricate style of Arthur C. Clarke. The entertaining story in Relics of Dawn also invites you to ponder the weight of our choices on the vast scale of geologic time with hope, skepticism, and relentless curiosity. In the end, you will find yourself wondering: Could relics from the dawn of civilization pull us back from the brink—or will they stand as a final testament to a society that went over the edge?
“The mystery of the Da Vinci Code meets the science of Interstellar!” Fans of Stargate, The Day After Tomorrow, and The Time Machine will love this gripping science fiction saga for our future.
Includes the complete Dawn Project trilogy — Eruption, Impact, and Revelation — with prologue and epilogue.
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About the author
A.W. Davidson
7 books34 followersA.W. DAVIDSON is a #1 bestselling science fiction author based in Illinois, North Carolina, and sometimes New Mexico. He was shocked when Deconstruction, his first short story and prologue to a much larger adventure, shot to the top of the charts on Amazon. So, he decided to finish writing the full novel - Relics of Dawn: A Story Carved in Time - available now.
Before this turn of events, A.W. grew up on a farm and ended up working in fast-paced technology consulting, because that is a logical step for a farm kid. While new to writing, he often says it is how he stayed, arguably, sane through 2020. When not consulting or writing, he enjoys spending time with family in the great outdoors and is sad to see it disappearing.
Follow him on twitter at @awdavids or email him at inquiries@awdavidson.com
Before this turn of events, A.W. grew up on a farm and ended up working in fast-paced technology consulting, because that is a logical step for a farm kid. While new to writing, he often says it is how he stayed, arguably, sane through 2020. When not consulting or writing, he enjoys spending time with family in the great outdoors and is sad to see it disappearing.
Follow him on twitter at @awdavids or email him at inquiries@awdavidson.com
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January 10, 2021
What a great awesome read! I only have good things to say about this book. It was well researched, well written, and kept me going from beginning to end. The story line was intriguing and solid, with good twists and strong characters. If you enjoy futuristic sci-fi, have an interest in climate change or archaeology, you'll enjoy this one. Highly recommended.
June 4, 2021
The ending was definitely 5 stars! I loved how everything tied together (no spoilers here ;) ). I did struggle a bit getting into it, but I think a lot of that was personal preference on my end - going for a genre that isn't typically at the top of my "to read" list. A great first novel from this author!
February 17, 2021
This book is a very solid debut novel rooted in the exploration of the potential outcome of current events. This book is based on climate change and is an ecological science fiction that has massive and intricate world building. The depth of the universe he has created is impressive for a new author and shows the incredible amount of research he put into making the science as believable as possible. Our main character, Kaia, starts out as a young girl who tragically becomes a pawn in a much larger game played by those who believe fully in their cause and that the ends justify the means. The book starts out with a bang and the hits keep on coming. Kaia stands on her own two feet and grows up to become a scientist and Doctor. The characters and plot is well fleshed out and takes place over a three part novel. It’s kind of like a trilogy in one book. The author made the scenarios for the future of humanity striking and realistic while also throwing in a healthy dose of space travel, alien species and some evil governments conspiracies. All of the fabricated science comes off as extremely realistic. The book is lengthy and it did take me some time to get through it because there was so much going on. Sometimes I did have to reread chapters if I didn’t read for a few days to remember what was going on. If you are into light sci-fi this may not be the book for you because this one takes a deep dive into exploring the consequences of our actions, the future humanity and is very heavy on the science. For readers who like science heavy books with lots of technology, deeply explored scientific scenarios and a lot of action. This is definitely a must read. I received this book as a free ARC and am leaving this review voluntarily.
May 23, 2024
Brilliant
This book provides a plausible answer to all Sci Fi fan questions. The interaction in the plot of adventure, history, religion and mythology is enough to satisfy the reader needs.
This book provides a plausible answer to all Sci Fi fan questions. The interaction in the plot of adventure, history, religion and mythology is enough to satisfy the reader needs.
February 12, 2021
Wow! As good as it gets
An amazing book.
I had seen a review of the book: "if you're gonna read one book in 2021, make it this one".
Spot on.
This was an amazing book. I felt the main characters were well developed and !ikeable.
I sort of figured out the premise of the story by the middle of the book. Sometimes that ruins the story. In this case, it only enhanced it.
Well worth the read!!!
An amazing book.
I had seen a review of the book: "if you're gonna read one book in 2021, make it this one".
Spot on.
This was an amazing book. I felt the main characters were well developed and !ikeable.
I sort of figured out the premise of the story by the middle of the book. Sometimes that ruins the story. In this case, it only enhanced it.
Well worth the read!!!
January 26, 2021
This novel is highly topical, since the theme is mainly about whether or not advanced civilisations can manage to live on a planet without destroying its delicate ecosystems.
It follows two separate timelines: that of the near future, where an archaeologist is hot on the heels of making crucial discoveries about the geological history of our planet, and that of a technologically highly civilisation called the Jacana. The main heroine is Kaia, who lost her parents to a hypercane as a young child, in their bid to try and rescue some of the remaining wildlife on their planet. She represents hope and heroism to the Jacsna, but unfortunately there are always vested interests within the pragmatic world of realpolitik......
The Jacana possess the technology to travel in deep space and to alter both animate and inanimate things at a molecular level. Only now their planet is ravaged by deadly storms known as hypercanes, and the forests and seas are dead. The gambit they decide to take is to destroy all traces of their civilisation as well as the planet, and to return once the eco system has had time to heal. Only it is not simple. There are rebel factions who would prefer to do things differently.
The relationship between these two time frames is not revealeed all at once, then things are complicated by the fact that the Jacana miscalculate and happen upon a nascent civilisation on the verge of starvation and economic collapse. Surely there could be no harm in helping this civilisation find its feet......
All this allows for some very satisfying twists as the revelations about who the Jacana are come though thick and fast, and whether or not they can help present-day humans avert a new ecological catastrophe.
Conspiracy theorists who enjoy reading about alien intervention and UFO's should love this, as the pieces of the puzzle finally come together. This is a fairly meaty read, though it becomes easier this way to get totally immersed within these different worlds.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
It follows two separate timelines: that of the near future, where an archaeologist is hot on the heels of making crucial discoveries about the geological history of our planet, and that of a technologically highly civilisation called the Jacana. The main heroine is Kaia, who lost her parents to a hypercane as a young child, in their bid to try and rescue some of the remaining wildlife on their planet. She represents hope and heroism to the Jacsna, but unfortunately there are always vested interests within the pragmatic world of realpolitik......
The Jacana possess the technology to travel in deep space and to alter both animate and inanimate things at a molecular level. Only now their planet is ravaged by deadly storms known as hypercanes, and the forests and seas are dead. The gambit they decide to take is to destroy all traces of their civilisation as well as the planet, and to return once the eco system has had time to heal. Only it is not simple. There are rebel factions who would prefer to do things differently.
The relationship between these two time frames is not revealeed all at once, then things are complicated by the fact that the Jacana miscalculate and happen upon a nascent civilisation on the verge of starvation and economic collapse. Surely there could be no harm in helping this civilisation find its feet......
All this allows for some very satisfying twists as the revelations about who the Jacana are come though thick and fast, and whether or not they can help present-day humans avert a new ecological catastrophe.
Conspiracy theorists who enjoy reading about alien intervention and UFO's should love this, as the pieces of the puzzle finally come together. This is a fairly meaty read, though it becomes easier this way to get totally immersed within these different worlds.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
December 28, 2022
Really unique
April 16, 2021
Electrifying, Fascinating, and Relevant
Relics of Dawn, by impressive new author A.W. Davidson is a powerfully written book that has a relevance to our society and our world that cannot be over looked. It's a thought provoking and fascinating story that captivates the reader on the first page and doesn't let go. Though Mr. Davidson is a new author, he writes like an old pro. He offers plenty of heart pounding excitement that keeps the reader's attention from start to finish. The book is expertly crafted with skillful writing, complex characters, and a terrific story line. This is a highly entertaining book with a dynamic plot that you won't soon forget. It ha an abundance of all 6 qualities that make a good book into a great one. #1. It's enjoyable. #2. It's well-written. #3. It's interesting, and #'s4, 5, and 6 all go together. It makes you think, it makes you feel, and you learn from it. A. W. Davidson's Relics of Dawn: A Story Carved In Time, is a brilliant first book that I believe will, in time, become a classic.
Thank you BookSirens for the free copy of this book. This is an honest and voluntary review.
Relics of Dawn, by impressive new author A.W. Davidson is a powerfully written book that has a relevance to our society and our world that cannot be over looked. It's a thought provoking and fascinating story that captivates the reader on the first page and doesn't let go. Though Mr. Davidson is a new author, he writes like an old pro. He offers plenty of heart pounding excitement that keeps the reader's attention from start to finish. The book is expertly crafted with skillful writing, complex characters, and a terrific story line. This is a highly entertaining book with a dynamic plot that you won't soon forget. It ha an abundance of all 6 qualities that make a good book into a great one. #1. It's enjoyable. #2. It's well-written. #3. It's interesting, and #'s4, 5, and 6 all go together. It makes you think, it makes you feel, and you learn from it. A. W. Davidson's Relics of Dawn: A Story Carved In Time, is a brilliant first book that I believe will, in time, become a classic.
Thank you BookSirens for the free copy of this book. This is an honest and voluntary review.
June 16, 2021
This book was sent to me as an Advance Reader Copy against an honest and fair review.
It was my first attempt at a novel from A. W. Davidson, if I am a SciFi fan I have to say that I have never read anything similar, a novel combining science, adventure, paleontology, geology, ecology and certainly a lot of other fields of thought which I might have failed to note…
Although difficult to summarize, one might say it describes the attempts of two civilizations, far apart in time, at tackling earth degradation, the process stemming from the activity of its inhabitants (does sound familiar doesn’t it?) .
The story is definitely interesting to read even if a bit long winded at times, and I felt it was more addressed to YA than mature or older readers although they are also the ones, who not only are part of the problem and more important have the power to implement necessary measures to revert climate changes engineered by human activities. The twist(s) at the end were to my opinion a bit far fetched but had the merit of reminding readers of ancient civilizations if not providing a little bit of historical knowledge.
It was my first attempt at a novel from A. W. Davidson, if I am a SciFi fan I have to say that I have never read anything similar, a novel combining science, adventure, paleontology, geology, ecology and certainly a lot of other fields of thought which I might have failed to note…
Although difficult to summarize, one might say it describes the attempts of two civilizations, far apart in time, at tackling earth degradation, the process stemming from the activity of its inhabitants (does sound familiar doesn’t it?) .
The story is definitely interesting to read even if a bit long winded at times, and I felt it was more addressed to YA than mature or older readers although they are also the ones, who not only are part of the problem and more important have the power to implement necessary measures to revert climate changes engineered by human activities. The twist(s) at the end were to my opinion a bit far fetched but had the merit of reminding readers of ancient civilizations if not providing a little bit of historical knowledge.
January 12, 2021
Fantastic
I loved the book! It was very believable. Maybe that is how everything started. I kept me locked in from the start. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a well written book.
I loved the book! It was very believable. Maybe that is how everything started. I kept me locked in from the start. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a well written book.
January 29, 2021
Relics of Dawn is well suited for the current environmental circumstance the world finds itself in today. With the emphasis on climate control, this is a glimpse of one potential scenario that could happen if action is not taken to curtail the world's dependency on fossil fuel.
The book is longer than I expected but interestingly broken down into three separate subdivisions making the book more interesting to read. Another thing, the divisions add to one another, building to an extraordinary conclusion and leaving the reader shaking their heads.
Relics of Dawn contains a lot of information, both factual and author fabricated. Having said this, the book is well worth the time reading and contemplating the future of the human race.
The book is longer than I expected but interestingly broken down into three separate subdivisions making the book more interesting to read. Another thing, the divisions add to one another, building to an extraordinary conclusion and leaving the reader shaking their heads.
Relics of Dawn contains a lot of information, both factual and author fabricated. Having said this, the book is well worth the time reading and contemplating the future of the human race.
December 29, 2022
False facts for science fiction
Sorry but the climate change woke culture only wants to spread a state of fear to keep us in line. The climate on this world has always been changing and will continue to change. We need to quit being crazy like chicken little and deal with real issues.
Sorry but the climate change woke culture only wants to spread a state of fear to keep us in line. The climate on this world has always been changing and will continue to change. We need to quit being crazy like chicken little and deal with real issues.
February 5, 2022
a very good reason to believe
There is no doubt that the author has written a story about climate change. The way it it is presented is fiction but begs the question of our future. I agree with the overall concept of the story. It was a little chatty but I will say that the writer has created a great story around the crisis we are and will be facing with climate change. I agree, we need to change our view of what are lives mean and the beautiful ball we call Earth and how we are going to take care it.
There is no doubt that the author has written a story about climate change. The way it it is presented is fiction but begs the question of our future. I agree with the overall concept of the story. It was a little chatty but I will say that the writer has created a great story around the crisis we are and will be facing with climate change. I agree, we need to change our view of what are lives mean and the beautiful ball we call Earth and how we are going to take care it.
January 11, 2021
I read a ton of books in 2020. Well, 68, to be exact. A.W. Davidson's Relics of Dawn was the best book I read all year. Mind-blowing is an understatement.
Author A.W. Davidson's first novel, Relics of Dawn: A Story Carved in Time is a rare gem among a sea of mediocrity in climate fiction or cli-fi. With a perfect blend of science fiction, ancient history, and climate change, Davidson's novel captivates and educates readers in a book that's "un-put-downable."
Plot (no spoilers)
Relics begins with death and destruction caused by climate change. Kaia, the protagonist of the story, witnesses the death of her parents at a young age. She lives on a planet called Nu, which is quickly becoming inhospitable to all life. The Jacana - the people of Nu - must wear 'habsew' suits to survive the outside environment.
The Council takes drastic action, destroying all cities throughout the world, and moves all of humanity into one place: Puna. Eventually, even Puna will become inhospitable. Puna's Council has a plan: leave Nu on generation ships then initiate a planet-wide natural disaster to 'reset' Nu's environment, eventually leaving it hospitable. Only then will humanity return home to Nu.
Drastic action often leads to disastrous, unintended results. Relics of Dawn makes no exception to this fact.
The novel shifts between the previously mentioned events and the events on Earth around the year 2034 CE. On Earth, geologist Dr. Alan Pearce and his assistant Daxia make a few surprising discoveries in Mexico. Simultaneously, Dr. Louise Pearce, Alan's wife, chairs the Relocation Committee Conference established by the United Nations Climate Council. Each plays a vital role in preventing the devastation climate change will lead to on Earth.
Both storylines share similarities, and they progress towards a possible intersection.
For Fans of Hard Science Fiction
Relics is no doubt Davidson's labor of love. One can only imagine the hours the author poured into researching the science behind climate change plus ancient civilization, geology, and space travel theories. Davidson combines his research into one of, if not the best, sci-fi books of 2020.
The book is full of exciting "aha!" moments for those readers that pick up on clues throughout the story. Each time the plot confirmed my suspicions, I couldn't help but smile and get excited. I don't mean to imply the plot is evident, either. For each "aha" moment I experienced, I had a similar "oh sh*t!" moment from something I didn't expect to happen.
Relics of Dawn by A.W. Davidson is hands-down the best book recommendation I can make for all fans of sci-fi. Buy a copy, and don't forget to leave a review of the book on Amazon and Goodreads. The book deserves more visibility than the garbage major publishing companies shove down our throat (ahem, Ready Player Two).
Author A.W. Davidson's first novel, Relics of Dawn: A Story Carved in Time is a rare gem among a sea of mediocrity in climate fiction or cli-fi. With a perfect blend of science fiction, ancient history, and climate change, Davidson's novel captivates and educates readers in a book that's "un-put-downable."
Plot (no spoilers)
Relics begins with death and destruction caused by climate change. Kaia, the protagonist of the story, witnesses the death of her parents at a young age. She lives on a planet called Nu, which is quickly becoming inhospitable to all life. The Jacana - the people of Nu - must wear 'habsew' suits to survive the outside environment.
The Council takes drastic action, destroying all cities throughout the world, and moves all of humanity into one place: Puna. Eventually, even Puna will become inhospitable. Puna's Council has a plan: leave Nu on generation ships then initiate a planet-wide natural disaster to 'reset' Nu's environment, eventually leaving it hospitable. Only then will humanity return home to Nu.
Drastic action often leads to disastrous, unintended results. Relics of Dawn makes no exception to this fact.
The novel shifts between the previously mentioned events and the events on Earth around the year 2034 CE. On Earth, geologist Dr. Alan Pearce and his assistant Daxia make a few surprising discoveries in Mexico. Simultaneously, Dr. Louise Pearce, Alan's wife, chairs the Relocation Committee Conference established by the United Nations Climate Council. Each plays a vital role in preventing the devastation climate change will lead to on Earth.
Both storylines share similarities, and they progress towards a possible intersection.
For Fans of Hard Science Fiction
Relics is no doubt Davidson's labor of love. One can only imagine the hours the author poured into researching the science behind climate change plus ancient civilization, geology, and space travel theories. Davidson combines his research into one of, if not the best, sci-fi books of 2020.
The book is full of exciting "aha!" moments for those readers that pick up on clues throughout the story. Each time the plot confirmed my suspicions, I couldn't help but smile and get excited. I don't mean to imply the plot is evident, either. For each "aha" moment I experienced, I had a similar "oh sh*t!" moment from something I didn't expect to happen.
Relics of Dawn by A.W. Davidson is hands-down the best book recommendation I can make for all fans of sci-fi. Buy a copy, and don't forget to leave a review of the book on Amazon and Goodreads. The book deserves more visibility than the garbage major publishing companies shove down our throat (ahem, Ready Player Two).
October 31, 2021
A super trilogy
This trilogy consists of three stories, connected seemlessly. Full of science and realistic science fiction, it was the first story in a long time that felt unpickdownable. Don't think I checked " how far along am I ".
Kudos to the author for making me want more, of at the very least, restart reading right away.
This trilogy consists of three stories, connected seemlessly. Full of science and realistic science fiction, it was the first story in a long time that felt unpickdownable. Don't think I checked " how far along am I ".
Kudos to the author for making me want more, of at the very least, restart reading right away.
January 22, 2023
Great plot that teases you throughout and ends with a well thought out surprise
The author does a great job drawing parallels to the world in his story and our world today. The storyline develops in a way that keeps pulling you into it. You may think you know where it's going but a few well thought out nuances add a surprise at the end. Very enjoyable read.
The author does a great job drawing parallels to the world in his story and our world today. The storyline develops in a way that keeps pulling you into it. You may think you know where it's going but a few well thought out nuances add a surprise at the end. Very enjoyable read.
October 25, 2023
A great story
I was little skeptical at first but soon became enthralled by the story line. While flashbacks make this a bit hard to follow the time is well worth it. I believe that everyone should read this and consider the message at this time in our history. My overall rating is WOW!
I was little skeptical at first but soon became enthralled by the story line. While flashbacks make this a bit hard to follow the time is well worth it. I believe that everyone should read this and consider the message at this time in our history. My overall rating is WOW!
January 6, 2022
Thought Provoking
I enjoyed the idea of going back and forth between present and possible ancient cultures. It definitely makes you think about our current world and what may be facing us.
I enjoyed the idea of going back and forth between present and possible ancient cultures. It definitely makes you think about our current world and what may be facing us.
May 15, 2022
The beginning of this saga is a bit confusing, but it clarifies pretty quickly. A wonderful story about us - humans - where we came from and where we might be going. A slickly blended account of mythology mixed with science to create a story of hope.
July 31, 2022
Imaginative speculation!
I was pleasantly surprised by the depth of imagination in this book especially as to the protagonists. I am now going to check out Mr. Davidson's other books!
I was pleasantly surprised by the depth of imagination in this book especially as to the protagonists. I am now going to check out Mr. Davidson's other books!
November 8, 2021
Incredible story!
One of the best I have read in a long time. Very thought provoking. I can actually believe this is more science than fiction.
One of the best I have read in a long time. Very thought provoking. I can actually believe this is more science than fiction.
February 3, 2022
Kept my interest!
Had to keep reading whenever I had some time and finished the three books in five days! What's comes next?
Had to keep reading whenever I had some time and finished the three books in five days! What's comes next?
October 19, 2023
surprising historical/ sci-fi
Slow-starting and sometimes confusing, but builds suspense and info with steady heartbeats. It reads like a “true-life” history and future combined. The ending is brilliant! It was a great read!
Slow-starting and sometimes confusing, but builds suspense and info with steady heartbeats. It reads like a “true-life” history and future combined. The ending is brilliant! It was a great read!
May 1, 2022
What a ride! Two story lines that came together in a way I didn't see coming. I guessed in the beginning but was completely wrong. Extremely well written with the perfect amount of dialog to explain everything as it went along. For science fiction readers, I can't recommend this book highly enough. Actually I read a 3 in 1 book. Read it.
January 9, 2022
Books were engrossing. I enjoyed them very much!
January 11, 2023
I very much enjoyed this book. I liked how the author wove the story into a mystery and I didn't want to stop reading. It was kind of obvious throughout the book where it was going, and sometimes that bugged me a bit but I love how it ended on a positive note. That is why I like science fiction after all. I am not going to give away any story here, you can read it for yourself. Just know that this is a fun book to read and I recommend it.
December 27, 2022
A true Adventure story.
We’ll first off, this does play on the whole future/past time traveling notions. Second, toward end you see that this a reversal of the way the story was leading. I was not expecting the that our ancient ancestors occupied the planet, even more strange, they were much more of an advanced civilization than what we amounted to. In all in all a great trilogy of stories
We’ll first off, this does play on the whole future/past time traveling notions. Second, toward end you see that this a reversal of the way the story was leading. I was not expecting the that our ancient ancestors occupied the planet, even more strange, they were much more of an advanced civilization than what we amounted to. In all in all a great trilogy of stories
January 8, 2022
If you like science fiction and historical adventure, this story is a must read. Great first book by this author!
December 11, 2022
great science, great fiction
This trilogy grabbed me right away with the use of ancient Egyptian names and what felt like a futuristic story. Add in the very real, and very scary climate angle and I was hooked. I enjoyed the linguistic breadcrumbs that kept me analyzing in the back of my mind as I enjoyed the story.
This trilogy grabbed me right away with the use of ancient Egyptian names and what felt like a futuristic story. Add in the very real, and very scary climate angle and I was hooked. I enjoyed the linguistic breadcrumbs that kept me analyzing in the back of my mind as I enjoyed the story.
December 22, 2021
Relics of Dawn by A.W. Davidson was interesting from a couple of perspectives, a three tiered time travel involving three civilizations and three species at different geologic time periods of earth,all coping with pollution and overpopulation in an effort to find some ecological solution. The reader does not know that the most ancient and technologically advanced race is a feathered birdlike race, attempting to save the planet and persuade the more humanoid and more modern races to act in their own time period to save the planet. Of course there is massive resistance to any such plan which involves sacrifice and perception of the most ancient race as being either space aliens or "gods" descended from the sky. A lot of the book is based upon what is going on in our society at the present time.
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