As Frank discovers more about the government’s project on Planet Muta, encountering several new settlements as he does so, his confused decision-making starts to be questioned from all sides.
Still unsure of the project’s intentions, and after taking several heavy hits to his floundering emotions, a revelation about the driving force behind the project then jolts him further. The magnitude of the situation dawns and a return to Earth becomes a distinct possibility.
Far from launching an offensive aimed at overthrowing the government, a startling incident then inadvertently thrusts him into the spotlight as the man to potentially head up a new parliament back on Earth.
Having read and enjoyed 2082, I was really looking forward to the release of 2083: The Chronicles of Hope. This is the second book in the series and continues on with the story of Frank Noon and the others on planet Muta. I was not disappointed at all. This book was every bit as good as the first one and every bit as hard to put down.
Much like the first book, I didn't really get much of a sci-fi feel to the book... until about three-quarters of the way into it. Then, the sci-fi theme really picks up and starts running. I have to admit (and I will not spoil it for anyone) that I personally was not expecting what happened when that switch came.
While reading 2083, I found myself wondering who would be cast in the role of Frank Noon if this series were ever made into movies. I've picked three or four different people, but still cannot select the one that I really think would fit the role. I've thought about who would fill the roles of the the other characters in the book too, but being that Frank is the main character, it always seemed to be the one that I thought about the most.
Anyways, if you enjoyed 2082, then you will almost certainly enjoy 2083.
The book ends, leaving us wondering what is going to happen next. So, of course, I anxiously await the third book in the series.
First of all, thank you Robert Breeze for sending me a free copy of this book.
I have really enjoyed reading this book. The chapters aren't too long (small chapters are always better) but are full of everything that you need to know. The story line is great and easy to follow. Sometimes you do feel lost at the start of a chapter but by the end of it, you fully understand what is happening. There is a lot of political points in it but I wouldn't say that these are bias to the author. The pace of the book starts off slow but speeds up throughout the book. When it speeds up, it's in the important parts, making you fell on edge, like something back is about to happen. So, would I recommend this book? To be honest, I think I would. It's a really nice read, funny at times and serious. Even if you haven't read the first book, the second one is easy to understand but of course, it's better to always read the first one first (that's why it's the first one). Out of 5 stars, I would give this one a rating of 4.