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Saabrina
Saab: Small, sentient, shapeshifting spacecraft. The scariest and most versatile weapon in the United Star Systems’ arsenal. Synthetic smartass.
Sentinel: Whichever organic stick-in-the-mud the Saab must tote around as her order-giving partner.
After the (frustratingly avoidable) loss of her sentinel, Saab Saabrina is invited by an old friend and mentor to spend some time on some primitive, pre-warp world: Earth.
It’s not a comforting social visit; instead, it’s a setup. Saabra wants Saabrina to meet Bob—a middle-aged single dad on the edge of empty nestdom. He’s about as far from a standard-issue sentinel as Saabrina can imagine, but maybe she could use something different.
Maybe he could, too.
And maybe each could give the other a chance to be something more.
They just have to figure out how before their enemies kill billions.
Sentinel: Whichever organic stick-in-the-mud the Saab must tote around as her order-giving partner.
After the (frustratingly avoidable) loss of her sentinel, Saab Saabrina is invited by an old friend and mentor to spend some time on some primitive, pre-warp world: Earth.
It’s not a comforting social visit; instead, it’s a setup. Saabra wants Saabrina to meet Bob—a middle-aged single dad on the edge of empty nestdom. He’s about as far from a standard-issue sentinel as Saabrina can imagine, but maybe she could use something different.
Maybe he could, too.
And maybe each could give the other a chance to be something more.
They just have to figure out how before their enemies kill billions.
- GenresScience FictionFantasy
267 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 12, 2015
About the author
Seth A. Cohen
3 books25 followersSeth Cohen, author of the Saabrina series, grew up in New York City and now lives with his family in New Jersey.
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December 28, 2018
I plodded along with this high school freshman boy's nerd fantasy of a science fiction/car love dream as long as I could stomach it. But when a character turns to another character and tells her she has to leave a negotiation meeting because it's militarily MEN only, I quit.
Mr. Cohen, grow up.
Please read my notes if you want to know more.
I received this book free from Goodreads in exchange for an honest review.
Mr. Cohen, grow up.
Please read my notes if you want to know more.
I received this book free from Goodreads in exchange for an honest review.
March 25, 2021
I won this book in a goodreads drawing.
A guy going through a midlife crisis becomes the protector of earth with the help of a sentient spaceship. A little too earth bound for my taste.
A guy going through a midlife crisis becomes the protector of earth with the help of a sentient spaceship. A little too earth bound for my taste.
July 7, 2021
I haven't read anything quite like Seth Cohen's Saabrina since The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy many, many years ago, and I enjoyed Saabrina a lot. It's well written, it's often funny without being silly, and the (human) characters are almost painfully believable and show development.
I think I would give it five stars but for one thing, and it's a detail that many readers won't care about or perhaps even notice. I'm a writer myself and I'm persnickety about things like typos and misspellings and odd punctuation. No author should try to proofread his or her own work. You don't see the mistakes because you know what you meant to write. It's best to have a cold-eyed wordslinger go over it for easily confused words (like "flair" when the real word should be "flare" or "fairing" when it should be "faring". Also, there are many places that cry out for a comma and yet did not get one. Still, an excellent read.
I think I would give it five stars but for one thing, and it's a detail that many readers won't care about or perhaps even notice. I'm a writer myself and I'm persnickety about things like typos and misspellings and odd punctuation. No author should try to proofread his or her own work. You don't see the mistakes because you know what you meant to write. It's best to have a cold-eyed wordslinger go over it for easily confused words (like "flair" when the real word should be "flare" or "fairing" when it should be "faring". Also, there are many places that cry out for a comma and yet did not get one. Still, an excellent read.
August 15, 2020
R&R Read
I've got a new, personal sub-genre: Rest and Relaxation Read. "Readcation" might work. Sometimes you just want a pleasant space to hang out in for a while; something that affirms there truly is a possibility that our better selves can prevail. This series is a nice reminder. Not that there is any lack of swash buckling high (pun intended) adventure. Slice of Life. Urban Fantasy. Space Opera. I really enjoyed that the mild mannered incognito super hero just happens to be Jewish, a person of faith and genuine family values. Pretty sure this one will be added to my "Personal Favorites" Goodreads book shelf.
I've got a new, personal sub-genre: Rest and Relaxation Read. "Readcation" might work. Sometimes you just want a pleasant space to hang out in for a while; something that affirms there truly is a possibility that our better selves can prevail. This series is a nice reminder. Not that there is any lack of swash buckling high (pun intended) adventure. Slice of Life. Urban Fantasy. Space Opera. I really enjoyed that the mild mannered incognito super hero just happens to be Jewish, a person of faith and genuine family values. Pretty sure this one will be added to my "Personal Favorites" Goodreads book shelf.
November 8, 2018
A funny duo in characters, sci fi, first time reading from this author, I enjoyed the book.
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July 7, 2024
Meh!!!!!
March 5, 2018
What a delightful sci-fi adventure! I adored this fun, slightly silly and sincerely relatable story. Bob was funny and real and Saabrina was bright and interesting. I loved that the lead pair was a middle aged dad and an AI car. Really can’t say enough good things about this book. Excellent for the rest of this series, will definitely be reading it!
If you enjoy happy science fiction, with a funny dad and snappy female duo as the leads, you’ll adore this book. Highly recommend! I received this book for free through Goodreads Giveaways. My opinions are my own.
If you enjoy happy science fiction, with a funny dad and snappy female duo as the leads, you’ll adore this book. Highly recommend! I received this book for free through Goodreads Giveaways. My opinions are my own.
February 20, 2021
This book was entertaining, a fun read. It isn't profound literature, worthy of a long book report in your English class, but hey, you didn't really want to read that one anyway. It didn't offend my sensibilities nor strain my suspension of disbelief too much, but then all science fiction does a bit of that last one, which is why we like it. As they asked in that old TV commercial, back in the day, "Try it, you'll like it" and I promise you won't think you're "gonna die". You will have a lot of fun.
September 20, 2020
Most Enjoyable
Good Science Fiction that does not get bogged down in quantum physics of the future (impossible anyway) is rare. Likable characters, including, AIs and aliens (of any sort) and a storyline that does not require three books, to unfold, are important to me. To create this world, with humor and pathos (Google it) make this a gem of a read. If you share my point of view, read this book.
Good Science Fiction that does not get bogged down in quantum physics of the future (impossible anyway) is rare. Likable characters, including, AIs and aliens (of any sort) and a storyline that does not require three books, to unfold, are important to me. To create this world, with humor and pathos (Google it) make this a gem of a read. If you share my point of view, read this book.
November 13, 2020
Juvenile. I finished the book but it was a struggle. The book was one Mary Sue after another. Even the main character, the Saab, wasn't believable. I chose to not read the sequel. I gave it two stars because I'm feeling generous.
September 4, 2018
Ok story. Had trouble initially getting into the book. Have the sequel and hope it works better for me.
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October 29, 2020
I liked it but for this chapter below
I would give 1 start to this book for this chapter itt wrecked the whole book for me and i wont read the next book becase of this chapter but i liked the rest of the book to give it some stars and it is possible justto rip that chapter outandnothave itaffectthebook.
I liked the book until one chapter about a date a n came wish girl goes on with an AI as a wing woman. It was a horrible gender focused terrible cliche chapter that mad the daughter look weak and stupid. At one point she is in a space ship looking out the window looking at the rings of a gas giant planet and she is still crying about boys. There is a tiny bit of Asimov laws of robotics and what does it mean to be human. But over all this chapter was a turd
I would give 1 start to this book for this chapter itt wrecked the whole book for me and i wont read the next book becase of this chapter but i liked the rest of the book to give it some stars and it is possible justto rip that chapter outandnothave itaffectthebook.
I liked the book until one chapter about a date a n came wish girl goes on with an AI as a wing woman. It was a horrible gender focused terrible cliche chapter that mad the daughter look weak and stupid. At one point she is in a space ship looking out the window looking at the rings of a gas giant planet and she is still crying about boys. There is a tiny bit of Asimov laws of robotics and what does it mean to be human. But over all this chapter was a turd
June 17, 2020
It was decent. Being somewhat of a different story helped make it worth the read.
There are several typos and a few sections that it was impossible to tell who was actually talking and that was a challenge.
I probably won't read the next book though, but this one ends well enough to not be an issue with just reading one book if you want to give it a try.
There are several typos and a few sections that it was impossible to tell who was actually talking and that was a challenge.
I probably won't read the next book though, but this one ends well enough to not be an issue with just reading one book if you want to give it a try.
June 23, 2020
Couldn't get into it. Felt like I was starting in the middle of the story then it got more confusing as I tried to read it. Maybe if I had gotten further in the story it would have gotten better, but I gave up way before that could have happened. Not my cup of tea. Ended up returning it and the sequel. Unfortunately, you can't download a free sample on a free book.
August 23, 2020
A very fun read!
Maybe I'm biased because I own a 2001 SAAB 9-3 Convertible, but I found this to be a very entertaining read. It's a little hokey, and physics is largely ignored. But, it had a good pace, the characters were endearing, and the plot entertaining. Makes we want to visit Nagelwood!
Maybe I'm biased because I own a 2001 SAAB 9-3 Convertible, but I found this to be a very entertaining read. It's a little hokey, and physics is largely ignored. But, it had a good pace, the characters were endearing, and the plot entertaining. Makes we want to visit Nagelwood!
December 1, 2020
Sabbrina is a very good fun read
Here's a good read. A nice sci-if romp that was a joy to read. Nice to read about some intergalactic beings with pronounceable names also. I found the plot and story fun and imaginative . The characters are good and well fleshed out. I will purchase further adventures , having enjoyed this one. Thank you for writing this one.
Here's a good read. A nice sci-if romp that was a joy to read. Nice to read about some intergalactic beings with pronounceable names also. I found the plot and story fun and imaginative . The characters are good and well fleshed out. I will purchase further adventures , having enjoyed this one. Thank you for writing this one.
April 1, 2021
Not bad
The premise caught my attention so I gave it a try. To my surprise it was a great read. I would recommend this book for all of you who love adventure sci-fi. It’s about a man his Saab, bike and daughter and with only a few space battles. Looking forward to reading the next book.
The premise caught my attention so I gave it a try. To my surprise it was a great read. I would recommend this book for all of you who love adventure sci-fi. It’s about a man his Saab, bike and daughter and with only a few space battles. Looking forward to reading the next book.
October 2, 2021
Why I liked this book
Overall a most compelling read. I would say that overrode the few less compelling aspects. In sixty-five years of reading sci-fy, I am amazed at the simple fact that a re-read of the majority of 'old favorites ' leaves me less impressed now. But, you manage to keep me wanting to see what is next. . .
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Overall a most compelling read. I would say that overrode the few less compelling aspects. In sixty-five years of reading sci-fy, I am amazed at the simple fact that a re-read of the majority of 'old favorites ' leaves me less impressed now. But, you manage to keep me wanting to see what is next. . .
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October 27, 2021
Great sci fi adventure
The world building is fascinating, the characters are fun, and the story is enthralling. However, Saabrina was not the humorous, happy story I expected. There is humor, but there is a great deal of death, sadness, and destruction. Although I was looking for a happier book, Saabrina deserves 5 stars.
The world building is fascinating, the characters are fun, and the story is enthralling. However, Saabrina was not the humorous, happy story I expected. There is humor, but there is a great deal of death, sadness, and destruction. Although I was looking for a happier book, Saabrina deserves 5 stars.
January 8, 2022
Engaging
This person narrative puts a distance between you and the characters. But I liked all the main characters enough to keep reading. I liked the Saab character and all she could do and become a nice mix of robot and human. And the family aspect was a nice blend. Worth reading!
This person narrative puts a distance between you and the characters. But I liked all the main characters enough to keep reading. I liked the Saab character and all she could do and become a nice mix of robot and human. And the family aspect was a nice blend. Worth reading!
June 16, 2020
Very good
I liked the car being the 'alien'. I think the storyline flowed very easily, which kept it interesting. I will now start the second book of the series and I hope it will meet my expectations.
I liked the car being the 'alien'. I think the storyline flowed very easily, which kept it interesting. I will now start the second book of the series and I hope it will meet my expectations.
July 20, 2020
Great read
I could see this as a movie. "Why are all the super heroes young people?" As an "older person I enjoyed the perspective. Likable characters. Reminds me of Alice in Wonderland.
I could see this as a movie. "Why are all the super heroes young people?" As an "older person I enjoyed the perspective. Likable characters. Reminds me of Alice in Wonderland.
August 14, 2020
Oddly Appealing
Definitely not the typical Sci-fi story. Bits of “magical science” make this an interesting diversion from more standard fare. This is a mostly lighthearted romp, more of a snack than a meal.
Definitely not the typical Sci-fi story. Bits of “magical science” make this an interesting diversion from more standard fare. This is a mostly lighthearted romp, more of a snack than a meal.
September 29, 2020
Just a delightful read
Really enjoyable and entertaining. Such great and fully developed characters and clever backstory makes it easy and compelling to suspend disbelief and just follow the adventure.
Really enjoyable and entertaining. Such great and fully developed characters and clever backstory makes it easy and compelling to suspend disbelief and just follow the adventure.
October 20, 2020
What did I read?
I picked up this book thinking I'd get a common scifi adventure, with federation of advanced aliens. Apparently, there's also included : Jewish anthropology studies, American political treatises, and sociology of human mating. Quite a complete book.
I picked up this book thinking I'd get a common scifi adventure, with federation of advanced aliens. Apparently, there's also included : Jewish anthropology studies, American political treatises, and sociology of human mating. Quite a complete book.
December 2, 2020
Great read about alien AI and a dumb earth long!
Look forward to the next tale about the Saab with unearthly capabilities such as traveling at the speed of light and destroying fleets of battle cruisers.
Look forward to the next tale about the Saab with unearthly capabilities such as traveling at the speed of light and destroying fleets of battle cruisers.
May 14, 2021
What fun!!!
This book was such a fun read, with an extraordinary pair consisting of "Bob,' a likeable everyman and Saabrina, a super-starship with a brilliant AI and a sleek Saab body. The two of them save the day more than once in this interstellar adventure. Enjoy!!
This book was such a fun read, with an extraordinary pair consisting of "Bob,' a likeable everyman and Saabrina, a super-starship with a brilliant AI and a sleek Saab body. The two of them save the day more than once in this interstellar adventure. Enjoy!!
March 7, 2022
Not awful...
Dad saves the world over and over and gets back in time for dinner. I felt like there was more substance in a towel being important.
I like the idea, but not quite enough to read the second book.
Dad saves the world over and over and gets back in time for dinner. I felt like there was more substance in a towel being important.
I like the idea, but not quite enough to read the second book.
April 28, 2022
Very interesting...
I liked how Sabrina develops now that she is with Bob and how he develops, too. Sometimes too much detail. Was thinking of not reading the next book, but now I think I will!
I liked how Sabrina develops now that she is with Bob and how he develops, too. Sometimes too much detail. Was thinking of not reading the next book, but now I think I will!
May 24, 2018
Fun inventive sci-fi read.
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