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Onniologo
Con la partenza dello Space Shuttle Atlantis, si conclude un’era.
Il pubblico segue la scia di luce che domina Cape Canaveral, ma solo uno di loro sarà colpito da una rivelazione.
Wei ha sei anni quando assiste al decollo. È un bambino diverso dagli altri. Una mente al tempo stesso solitaria e ribelle, riflessiva e brillante. Sono queste caratteristiche a fargli capire il messaggio che sfugge agli altri.
L’umanità è giunta ad un punto morto, un angolo della storia che non lascia via di scampo e la partenza dell’Atlantis ne è una prova concreta.
Questa consapevolezza non abbandonerà mai Wei, che deciderà di imbarcarsi in un viaggio pericoloso, utilizzando le sue abilità per realizzare un progetto titanico in grado d’invertire questa tendenza. La sua ricerca durerà decenni, mentre raduna le risorse e le persone necessarie per concretizzare la sua visione.
Tra macchinazioni e complotti, la natura del suo progetto sarà lentamente rivelata assieme alla forza senza nome che minaccerà di distruggere tutto quello per cui ha lottato. --- --- --- L’Onniologo è il romanzo di debutto del giovane autore indipendente Michele Amitrani e l’inizio di una saga di fantascienza che promette di dare al suo pubblico suspense, decisioni monumentali, conseguenze imprevedibili e azione mozzafiato. L'Onniologo è disponibile in formato eBook e cartaceo. Se volete scoprire di più sul libro o sull'autore, visitate il suo sito www.micheleamitrani.com.
Il pubblico segue la scia di luce che domina Cape Canaveral, ma solo uno di loro sarà colpito da una rivelazione.
Wei ha sei anni quando assiste al decollo. È un bambino diverso dagli altri. Una mente al tempo stesso solitaria e ribelle, riflessiva e brillante. Sono queste caratteristiche a fargli capire il messaggio che sfugge agli altri.
L’umanità è giunta ad un punto morto, un angolo della storia che non lascia via di scampo e la partenza dell’Atlantis ne è una prova concreta.
Questa consapevolezza non abbandonerà mai Wei, che deciderà di imbarcarsi in un viaggio pericoloso, utilizzando le sue abilità per realizzare un progetto titanico in grado d’invertire questa tendenza. La sua ricerca durerà decenni, mentre raduna le risorse e le persone necessarie per concretizzare la sua visione.
Tra macchinazioni e complotti, la natura del suo progetto sarà lentamente rivelata assieme alla forza senza nome che minaccerà di distruggere tutto quello per cui ha lottato. --- --- --- L’Onniologo è il romanzo di debutto del giovane autore indipendente Michele Amitrani e l’inizio di una saga di fantascienza che promette di dare al suo pubblico suspense, decisioni monumentali, conseguenze imprevedibili e azione mozzafiato. L'Onniologo è disponibile in formato eBook e cartaceo. Se volete scoprire di più sul libro o sull'autore, visitate il suo sito www.micheleamitrani.com.
188 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 10, 2014
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Michele Amitrani
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I am an independent author living in Rome, the Eternal City. I grew up writing of falling empires, space battles, mortal betrayals, monumental decisions, and everything in between.
I write dark fantasy, mythological fantasy, fairytale retellings and lots of other cool stuff.
I spend my days traveling through time and space and, more often than not, writing about impossible but necessary worlds.
When I’m not busy chasing dragons or mastering the Force, you can find me at MicheleAmitrani.com or hanging out on Facebook at /MicheleAmitraniAuthor.
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Sono un autore indipendente con una grande passione per i viaggi senza meta, i cieli stellati, il body building, i fuochi d’artificio, le notti di mezza estate e quello strano suono che fanno le conchiglie vuote se le si avvicina all’orecchio.
Flirto da tempo con diversi generi letterari, ma sono ufficialmente sposato con fantasy e fantascienza (intrattengo una relazione segreta con la saggistica di stampo politico-internazionale, ma non ditelo alle signore fantasy e fantascienza!).
Condivido anche risorse su come produrre, pubblicare e pubblicizzare indipendentemente sul mio sito www.CrediNellaTuaStoria.com e sul mio canale YouTube.
Quando non sono impegnato a inseguire draghi o a padroneggiare la Forza, divoro libri su Goodreads (GoodreadsAuthor) e gironzolo su Facebook (/AmitraniMichele).
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August 4, 2016
This book was a complete mystery to me when I started it, the synopsis doesn’t give away much..
What I read turned out to be a well-crafted story revolving around Wei. He’s the Omnilogos. He’s special.. he knows a lot.. and knows how to get answers he needs. He’s also very adept at changing the course of the future using his skills.
After the first few chapters I was still a little lost as to what the plot of the story was but I stuck to it… and I’m glad I did. What I initially rated at 3/5 stars at around 50% through turned into a 4 star by the end of the book.. how everything fit together towards the end and a very explosive scene involving Wei pushed this book up the ratings in my opinion
The plot is a slow burner.. Wei is influencing events around him in order to reach his intended outcome over a period of years, the book jumps further in time as you go. To start with it was a little hard to get my bearings but once I started to understand Wei a little more I settled down and really enjoyed this
There are quite a few characters in this book and due to time passing quickly you don’t get a lot of development with any of them except Wei but all of these characters have a role which plays out nicely at the end. This is Wei’s story.. no one else's.
Wei was a fascinating character, it’s hard to explain why but his abilities and superior intellect with childish naivety were brilliant.. he acted like those around him just didn’t see the big picture forgetting he was the only one who truly knows what he is trying to achieve. He likes to only give away the essential information required to get the results.. no more no less.
Overall this was a unique tale for me, interesting but slow to evolve. If it sounds interesting to you give it a go but make sure you give it the time it deserves.. it’s not a quick/easy read..you need to digest this one to fully enjoy it
Here’s hoping you agree with me :)
Final thought – Would I read the next book in the series..Yes! I feel like this is the first book when I really had no idea what would happen next.. as for the next book i have no idea what could happen at all..and for that reason I need to read it!
My thanks go to the author for the chance to read/review their work
What I read turned out to be a well-crafted story revolving around Wei. He’s the Omnilogos. He’s special.. he knows a lot.. and knows how to get answers he needs. He’s also very adept at changing the course of the future using his skills.
After the first few chapters I was still a little lost as to what the plot of the story was but I stuck to it… and I’m glad I did. What I initially rated at 3/5 stars at around 50% through turned into a 4 star by the end of the book.. how everything fit together towards the end and a very explosive scene involving Wei pushed this book up the ratings in my opinion
The plot is a slow burner.. Wei is influencing events around him in order to reach his intended outcome over a period of years, the book jumps further in time as you go. To start with it was a little hard to get my bearings but once I started to understand Wei a little more I settled down and really enjoyed this
There are quite a few characters in this book and due to time passing quickly you don’t get a lot of development with any of them except Wei but all of these characters have a role which plays out nicely at the end. This is Wei’s story.. no one else's.
Wei was a fascinating character, it’s hard to explain why but his abilities and superior intellect with childish naivety were brilliant.. he acted like those around him just didn’t see the big picture forgetting he was the only one who truly knows what he is trying to achieve. He likes to only give away the essential information required to get the results.. no more no less.
Overall this was a unique tale for me, interesting but slow to evolve. If it sounds interesting to you give it a go but make sure you give it the time it deserves.. it’s not a quick/easy read..you need to digest this one to fully enjoy it
Here’s hoping you agree with me :)
Final thought – Would I read the next book in the series..Yes! I feel like this is the first book when I really had no idea what would happen next.. as for the next book i have no idea what could happen at all..and for that reason I need to read it!
My thanks go to the author for the chance to read/review their work
June 2, 2019
Omnilogos is an extremely unique and extraordinarily intriguing story I’ve read this year.
This is a collection of stories of Wei Wang where on every part or chapter, another character was introduced, and from there, it will be told on how Wei will be part of that’s personal life. He is trying to do a project and to fund it, he needs a lot of connection and helps that he will get through the help of the people he will meet on the story. What those people don’t know is that Wei’s project will forever change the future of the humankind.
This is an incredible novel. I was blown by the great concept and how good the story was. The author’s writing style is also good even though I’m having a hard time with it because I find it really different and hard to enjoy – for my part. Though the plot is really good and then you can relate to some of the characters. And Wei Wang for me is the counter-part of Einstein.
The characters mentioned here have a different side of the story, a story that will make you dislike some of them at first but afterward, you will keep on reading it because you want to know them more.
There was a time when the story was making me bored because I find the writing on that specific page so slow, but eventually, it’ll make me energized again because something was revealed there and it will fuel the intensity of the story again. In short, the author’s way of writing is to give background first on each person, followed by what’s their problem. From that point, Wei will make an entrance, and the story will flow from there.
Overall, this is an incredible and brilliant novel that explores the space. A story that will make you think if doing a space exploration is really worth it, or it’s just a waste of time and resources. This is really recommended for Science Fiction fans, and I’m telling you, you should read this in a slower pace because you don’t want to miss a single detail from each part/chapters and that you should really pay attention to everything.
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This is a collection of stories of Wei Wang where on every part or chapter, another character was introduced, and from there, it will be told on how Wei will be part of that’s personal life. He is trying to do a project and to fund it, he needs a lot of connection and helps that he will get through the help of the people he will meet on the story. What those people don’t know is that Wei’s project will forever change the future of the humankind.
This is an incredible novel. I was blown by the great concept and how good the story was. The author’s writing style is also good even though I’m having a hard time with it because I find it really different and hard to enjoy – for my part. Though the plot is really good and then you can relate to some of the characters. And Wei Wang for me is the counter-part of Einstein.
The characters mentioned here have a different side of the story, a story that will make you dislike some of them at first but afterward, you will keep on reading it because you want to know them more.
There was a time when the story was making me bored because I find the writing on that specific page so slow, but eventually, it’ll make me energized again because something was revealed there and it will fuel the intensity of the story again. In short, the author’s way of writing is to give background first on each person, followed by what’s their problem. From that point, Wei will make an entrance, and the story will flow from there.
Overall, this is an incredible and brilliant novel that explores the space. A story that will make you think if doing a space exploration is really worth it, or it’s just a waste of time and resources. This is really recommended for Science Fiction fans, and I’m telling you, you should read this in a slower pace because you don’t want to miss a single detail from each part/chapters and that you should really pay attention to everything.
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November 17, 2015
Omnilogos is one of those books that is so hard to review because you really have to read it to begin to understand what it's about.
Wei Wang is the Omnilogos.
"Tiago had heard of what some called the 'human database' or 'omnilogos', but nothing could have prepared him for this."
The story begins with a six-year-old Wei and ends with a twenty-five-year-old Wei so it covers a lot of time and it was one of the things that kind of frustrated me. I understand that to be able to accomplish what Wei was planning that we'd have to have the story cover that much time but I had trouble keeping with the story as this went on. I also understand the need for changing POVs but I would have loved for it to be have stayed with Wei, to see his changes firsthand from the quiet and angry kid to the feisty teen and adult. Omnilogos definitely keeps you guessing as to what Wei is up to as you read.
"I am a collector of hopes and peregrine truths, a shepherd of thoughts, ideas, projects and dreams too important not to be realized. I'm an abstract concept that has no body, no smell, no boundaries, no shape and no color. I am the omnilogos."
It's hard to say much without giving the book away but it is a short and original read and that ending caught me off-guard, I did not see that coming! Made me a little sad, made me a little happy.
So, Omnilogos has a smidgen of romance and a lot of heart and is perfect for sci-fi fans.
Wei Wang is the Omnilogos.
"Tiago had heard of what some called the 'human database' or 'omnilogos', but nothing could have prepared him for this."
The story begins with a six-year-old Wei and ends with a twenty-five-year-old Wei so it covers a lot of time and it was one of the things that kind of frustrated me. I understand that to be able to accomplish what Wei was planning that we'd have to have the story cover that much time but I had trouble keeping with the story as this went on. I also understand the need for changing POVs but I would have loved for it to be have stayed with Wei, to see his changes firsthand from the quiet and angry kid to the feisty teen and adult. Omnilogos definitely keeps you guessing as to what Wei is up to as you read.
"I am a collector of hopes and peregrine truths, a shepherd of thoughts, ideas, projects and dreams too important not to be realized. I'm an abstract concept that has no body, no smell, no boundaries, no shape and no color. I am the omnilogos."
It's hard to say much without giving the book away but it is a short and original read and that ending caught me off-guard, I did not see that coming! Made me a little sad, made me a little happy.
So, Omnilogos has a smidgen of romance and a lot of heart and is perfect for sci-fi fans.
May 23, 2016
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“I am a collector of hopes and peregrine truths, a shepherd of thoughts, ideas, projects and dreams too important not to be realized. I’m an abstract concept that has no body, no smell, no boundaries, no shape and no color.
I am the Omnilogos.”
This book is a legen-fucking-dary genius. It’s fucking amazing. It’s so good that it envelops my mind, changes my perspective on things and it stimulates my brain. It is an intelligent book and for the second time, its fucking good.
It seems that I made an excellent decision on supporting the author and reading the book. IT IS THE BEST BOOK OF MY 2016 AS OF THE MOMENT! I couldn’t grasp how brilliant and magnificent and wonderful and remarkable and surreal this book is. I don’t even know if I am reviewing this book right. All I know is that I loved it — I fucking loved it.
“To write history is a wonderful experience,” Wei began, smiling at his audience. “It gives you a very special perspective on the world around you and helps you understand one very important thing: impossible is only a possibility that has not yet been discovered.”
I am not expecting when I came across this book on Goodreads. Like any readers, you’ll read the book’s plot and some reviews but I am one of those readers who wouldn’t base solely their preferences on ratings and reviews. I am one of those who would want to read the book first hand before acknowledging and giving its rightful judgment and deserve ratings.
I felt everything that this book has to give. The mysteriousness of a boy, the development of knowledge and scientific research, the humongous amount of information, terrifying goosebumps on my reading journey, ‘what-the-fuck’ moments, applauding brain cells and nerves just because it was one of a hell unique books out there, amazing political insights, commanding intellectual debate, amazing mixture of fiction and reality while plotting a soon to be history of all mankind.
“How did you find it?” she asked, looking at him with admiration. “I would never spotted it among so many lights.” Wei shrugged. “It’s easy. You just need to rely on the constellations.”
“Really?”
“Yes.”
“So even you need to rely on something, sometimes.”
I could describe this book as much as I want and I know that I wouldn’t get satisfied unless I list a thousand of reasons of my mixed emotions and feelings and how incredible this book is. This book is indescribable. The amazingness and unexpected chain of events made my jaw drop at some astonishing circumstances in the story. Michele Amitrani with his debut novel, Omnilogos deserves to be read by any readers!
I tell you, guys. This is one of those books that will make you feel both terrified and scared both at the same time. It will give you the vibe of a genius kid who is far way beyond on everyone that could plot everything on his own will with his talent and communicational skills that have been crafted on his mind.
It was both devastation and destruction. And I love it! Omnilogos needs to be heard. This is not a simple Science-Fiction. It could destroy its readers mind how every word feels right with your consciousness and before you know it, you are one with the book.
It will drown you and dive you into a new level of perspective — the world that is way beyond Einstein and Pascal — the world that has yet to known. You’ll love the scientific arguments and nerve-cracking persuasion. You could feel the intensity and the mind-blowing in your head with this book.
The book is a mixture of pain and hope, it balances the elements and wonders of the story. It was sad but it was one of the outstanding novels I’ve ever read in my entire life. I expected a lot of foreshadowing, and yes, there was, and before I know it, I was consumed by the story that I forgot what was in my mind. Michele Amitrani’s principles in life are unbelievable — they are there because they have a purpose to its readers. And his examples to make everything simple when explaining in a course of interaction? I am speechless. I love his logic and his way of thinking.
It was new and refreshing. You’ll like the book, You’ll love it they way I love reading it.
Omnilogos by Michele Amitrani is not your ordinary novel. It will lead you to many possibilities in the future. There are heartaches in the process and aspiring dream with the glimpse of powerful and talented mind. You will think what will happen. At some point, you’ll agree with the opposition but you’ll be amazed that you ended up siding with the other side. I don’t know how Michele Amitrani did it. I was in awe. He knows what he writes and he knows what he wants to deliver — he’s writing style is so so so good, too!
It is indeed, one of my best books of 2016 because I’ve never read anything like this before. And at the moment? I wish I have signed copies of this book and the second book! I can’t wait to read it!
My ratings: If could give this book a hundred or probably a thousand stars or more than that, I will.
“Sometimes the final victory cannot be obtained without a calculated number of losses. A strategic retreat can sometimes be the best alternative to avoid total defeat.”
“I am a collector of hopes and peregrine truths, a shepherd of thoughts, ideas, projects and dreams too important not to be realized. I’m an abstract concept that has no body, no smell, no boundaries, no shape and no color.
I am the Omnilogos.”
This book is a legen-fucking-dary genius. It’s fucking amazing. It’s so good that it envelops my mind, changes my perspective on things and it stimulates my brain. It is an intelligent book and for the second time, its fucking good.
It seems that I made an excellent decision on supporting the author and reading the book. IT IS THE BEST BOOK OF MY 2016 AS OF THE MOMENT! I couldn’t grasp how brilliant and magnificent and wonderful and remarkable and surreal this book is. I don’t even know if I am reviewing this book right. All I know is that I loved it — I fucking loved it.
“To write history is a wonderful experience,” Wei began, smiling at his audience. “It gives you a very special perspective on the world around you and helps you understand one very important thing: impossible is only a possibility that has not yet been discovered.”
I am not expecting when I came across this book on Goodreads. Like any readers, you’ll read the book’s plot and some reviews but I am one of those readers who wouldn’t base solely their preferences on ratings and reviews. I am one of those who would want to read the book first hand before acknowledging and giving its rightful judgment and deserve ratings.
I felt everything that this book has to give. The mysteriousness of a boy, the development of knowledge and scientific research, the humongous amount of information, terrifying goosebumps on my reading journey, ‘what-the-fuck’ moments, applauding brain cells and nerves just because it was one of a hell unique books out there, amazing political insights, commanding intellectual debate, amazing mixture of fiction and reality while plotting a soon to be history of all mankind.
“How did you find it?” she asked, looking at him with admiration. “I would never spotted it among so many lights.” Wei shrugged. “It’s easy. You just need to rely on the constellations.”
“Really?”
“Yes.”
“So even you need to rely on something, sometimes.”
I could describe this book as much as I want and I know that I wouldn’t get satisfied unless I list a thousand of reasons of my mixed emotions and feelings and how incredible this book is. This book is indescribable. The amazingness and unexpected chain of events made my jaw drop at some astonishing circumstances in the story. Michele Amitrani with his debut novel, Omnilogos deserves to be read by any readers!
I tell you, guys. This is one of those books that will make you feel both terrified and scared both at the same time. It will give you the vibe of a genius kid who is far way beyond on everyone that could plot everything on his own will with his talent and communicational skills that have been crafted on his mind.
It was both devastation and destruction. And I love it! Omnilogos needs to be heard. This is not a simple Science-Fiction. It could destroy its readers mind how every word feels right with your consciousness and before you know it, you are one with the book.
It will drown you and dive you into a new level of perspective — the world that is way beyond Einstein and Pascal — the world that has yet to known. You’ll love the scientific arguments and nerve-cracking persuasion. You could feel the intensity and the mind-blowing in your head with this book.
The book is a mixture of pain and hope, it balances the elements and wonders of the story. It was sad but it was one of the outstanding novels I’ve ever read in my entire life. I expected a lot of foreshadowing, and yes, there was, and before I know it, I was consumed by the story that I forgot what was in my mind. Michele Amitrani’s principles in life are unbelievable — they are there because they have a purpose to its readers. And his examples to make everything simple when explaining in a course of interaction? I am speechless. I love his logic and his way of thinking.
It was new and refreshing. You’ll like the book, You’ll love it they way I love reading it.
Omnilogos by Michele Amitrani is not your ordinary novel. It will lead you to many possibilities in the future. There are heartaches in the process and aspiring dream with the glimpse of powerful and talented mind. You will think what will happen. At some point, you’ll agree with the opposition but you’ll be amazed that you ended up siding with the other side. I don’t know how Michele Amitrani did it. I was in awe. He knows what he writes and he knows what he wants to deliver — he’s writing style is so so so good, too!
It is indeed, one of my best books of 2016 because I’ve never read anything like this before. And at the moment? I wish I have signed copies of this book and the second book! I can’t wait to read it!
My ratings: If could give this book a hundred or probably a thousand stars or more than that, I will.
“Sometimes the final victory cannot be obtained without a calculated number of losses. A strategic retreat can sometimes be the best alternative to avoid total defeat.”
March 9, 2016
Omnilogos was an interesting read. Even though I had read the blurb, I still wasn't quite sure what to expect. But I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed reading this!
This is a story that takes place over several years. There is a chapter or two for each period (the number of years between the periods can vary). At first, these constant jumps were a little confusing, because I couldn't see the cohesive link between the affairs that happened in each period. Often, new characters are introduced and it was hard to tell where they fit into the story (I did figure this out eventually when they reappeared later in the story). However, I did get more used to it after a while, and it proved to be a very intriguing style of narration. I loved seeing how all of these affairs fit together in the over arching story line.
On the other hand, I do think that each period could be better explored and that the setting could be developed a little bit better. The plot and the action were both spectacular, but as a reader, I felt that at times, I was lacking context which is something which would have helped me understand the entire story in more depth.
The characters in Omnilogos were very very interesting. Especially Wei, who is coined as the next Einstein. In the first part of the book, his personality and intelligence really clashed with society's vision of a child/teenager and I loved this clash. I've always thought that children/teenagers should not be underestimated, and Wei clearly shows why. I also loved Evangeline. She provided a refreshing contrast to Wei's character. The other characters also have their own quirks and they seem very three dimensional.
This was a wonderful read and although I didn't quite connect with the story myself, I recommend this book to people who love reading science fiction!!
A big thank you to the author for providing this book in exchange for an honest review.
This is a story that takes place over several years. There is a chapter or two for each period (the number of years between the periods can vary). At first, these constant jumps were a little confusing, because I couldn't see the cohesive link between the affairs that happened in each period. Often, new characters are introduced and it was hard to tell where they fit into the story (I did figure this out eventually when they reappeared later in the story). However, I did get more used to it after a while, and it proved to be a very intriguing style of narration. I loved seeing how all of these affairs fit together in the over arching story line.
On the other hand, I do think that each period could be better explored and that the setting could be developed a little bit better. The plot and the action were both spectacular, but as a reader, I felt that at times, I was lacking context which is something which would have helped me understand the entire story in more depth.
The characters in Omnilogos were very very interesting. Especially Wei, who is coined as the next Einstein. In the first part of the book, his personality and intelligence really clashed with society's vision of a child/teenager and I loved this clash. I've always thought that children/teenagers should not be underestimated, and Wei clearly shows why. I also loved Evangeline. She provided a refreshing contrast to Wei's character. The other characters also have their own quirks and they seem very three dimensional.
This was a wonderful read and although I didn't quite connect with the story myself, I recommend this book to people who love reading science fiction!!
A big thank you to the author for providing this book in exchange for an honest review.
March 24, 2018
Thanks to the author and Goodreads for hosting a Giveaway for this book.
I won this book in a Goodreads Giveaway and I do believe that if you sign up for Giveaways, you should read and review the book at least. I really thought I was going to give the book 3 stars, but the final chapters convinced me to give it 4 stars. Not sure if I will continue the series, I do think this book would be better as a standalone.
A longer review can be found at Bite Into Books
A nice Sci-Fi book that is easy and quick to read with a very different way of telling the story than other books. You experience Wei growing up in this book and you skip ahead by years after every chapter. You meet a lot of different characters and you are in for a big bang in one of the last chapters!
I won this book in a Goodreads Giveaway and I do believe that if you sign up for Giveaways, you should read and review the book at least. I really thought I was going to give the book 3 stars, but the final chapters convinced me to give it 4 stars. Not sure if I will continue the series, I do think this book would be better as a standalone.
A longer review can be found at Bite Into Books
A nice Sci-Fi book that is easy and quick to read with a very different way of telling the story than other books. You experience Wei growing up in this book and you skip ahead by years after every chapter. You meet a lot of different characters and you are in for a big bang in one of the last chapters!
June 9, 2016
“I am a collector of hopes and peregrine truths, a shepherd of thoughts, ideas, projects and dreams too important not to be realized. I’m an abstract concept that has no body, no smell, no boundaries, no shape and no color.
I am the Omnilogos.”
Eccentric, peculiar, every word that connects to being weird and mysterious, I shall apply to describe this book. It talks about you, who has been given a gift. How would you use this gift?
An ultra-genius boy journeyed the world, found its core, reshaped it, and had given it to mankind. It is having the opportunity to change the world right at this moment, without hesitation.
I am the Omnilogos.”
Eccentric, peculiar, every word that connects to being weird and mysterious, I shall apply to describe this book. It talks about you, who has been given a gift. How would you use this gift?
An ultra-genius boy journeyed the world, found its core, reshaped it, and had given it to mankind. It is having the opportunity to change the world right at this moment, without hesitation.
February 2, 2015
Like watching a movie through sunglasses
An interesting story, Although it read a bit like a summary, which was a shame - You can tell it has depth and treasures to be explored, but all you can see is the surface, like watching a movie through sunglasses.
An interesting story, Although it read a bit like a summary, which was a shame - You can tell it has depth and treasures to be explored, but all you can see is the surface, like watching a movie through sunglasses.
September 18, 2017
rating: 5stars
it's so annoying when goodreads do this. i typed in a LONG, A REALLY LONG review then nothing came out.
omnilogos is a really good book - it's a must read! it's so good i can readily have my kids read this and i am sure they'd love this as well.
it's just sad that i don't have book 2 yet as there's no available english book (yet) so i am hoping to have the chance to read not just book2 but the rest of the books in this series as i know it will be AWESOME!
even if avalon is so eeek for me, i know wei chose him for a reason.
and do take time to look at the cover page, it's absolutely gorgeous.
it's so annoying when goodreads do this. i typed in a LONG, A REALLY LONG review then nothing came out.
omnilogos is a really good book - it's a must read! it's so good i can readily have my kids read this and i am sure they'd love this as well.
it's just sad that i don't have book 2 yet as there's no available english book (yet) so i am hoping to have the chance to read not just book2 but the rest of the books in this series as i know it will be AWESOME!
even if avalon is so eeek for me, i know wei chose him for a reason.
and do take time to look at the cover page, it's absolutely gorgeous.
January 2, 2022
Omnilogos took a while to find its rhythm. It has a distinct voice. It was an ambitious and interesting plot, but I felt it wandered off in a few places. We got glimpses into some great characters, and I would have liked to get to know them a little more, especially Wei who we don't see as much of towards the end. Quite a different read.
March 17, 2017
I find it difficult to write a review for this book without spoiling the story.
I found the main character, Wei Wang, very intriguing. He's a super genius who is fascinated by space and dedicates his life to his vision.
I particularly liked how the author described all the characters. He has a knack for vivid decriptions, and this is perhaps what I most enjoyed during the read.
I'd be very interested in reading Omnilogos #2.
I found the main character, Wei Wang, very intriguing. He's a super genius who is fascinated by space and dedicates his life to his vision.
I particularly liked how the author described all the characters. He has a knack for vivid decriptions, and this is perhaps what I most enjoyed during the read.
I'd be very interested in reading Omnilogos #2.
September 19, 2015
“L'Onniologo” è il racconto di un ragazzo, del suo dono e del suo sogno. “L'Onniologo,” tuttavia, è anche il racconto di idee, di scelte e di un dibattito epocale che potrebbe presto diventare realtà nella nostra società, e potrebbe portarci ad affrontare un argomento delicato che ci sovrasta in tutti i sensi: l'esplorazione dello spazio.
L'adolescenza di Wei Wang, il ragazzo attorno a cui ruota lo svolgimento temporale del racconto, è solo un pretesto per raccontare una storia più grande, un mondo che è la diretta evoluzione del nostro, e che non solo i nostri figli, ma anche noi stessi potremmo presto vedere prendere forma con i nostri occhi. L'Onniologo, infatti, non è un racconto di fantascienza, bensì di realescienza: qui non si parla di viaggi siderali, colonie su Marte, teletrasporti, raggi traenti e Federazioni Unite dei Pianeti. Il perno del romanzo è di descrivere l'anello di congiunzione tra il presente e il futuro ipotetico raccontato in grandi saghe come Star Trek o il Ciclo della Fondazione. Da quanto detto finora, si potrebbe pensare che questo sia un libro riservato ai sognatori, a coloro che passano le loro serate ad osservare le stelle in contemplazione chiedendosi: "potrò mai raggiungere quelle remote luci?". Invece non è così: Anche il pensiero degli scettici, dei critici e degli indifferenti è veicolato da alcuni personaggi del romanzo. Quale che sia la nostra posizione su questo argomento, non ci sentiremo mai soli, e saremo noi lettori a decidere da che parte stiamo, riflettendo su bisogni e possibilità per il nostro mondo. L'esplorazione spaziale, ad ogni modo, è il principale ma non unico work in progress analizzato nel libro. Altre questioni, decisamente più terrestri, saranno presenti come fulcro o come sfondo del romanzo. Eventi reali, che stanno avvenendo oggi ma che non sono affrontati dall'opinione pubblica, in quanto considerati irrilevanti e improbabili ma che Michele, grazie a perseveranza e a meticolose indagini, è riuscito a portare a galla su queste pagine. Sarebbe un crimine rivelare quali siano questi elementi del racconto così palesi eppure ignorati a causa di pregiudizi ed superficialità. Deve essere il lettore a scoprirli da solo.
Da un punto di vista meramente estetico, "L'Onniologo" è una piacevole lettura. Un romanzo scritto con un particolare stile narrativo che punta alla discontinuità e alla semplicità della narrazione. L'attenzione del narratore è tutta puntata su parole, azioni ed intenti dei personaggi, senza che aspetti secondari come descrizioni e commenti invadano troppo i loro dialoghi, che sono il fattore principale del libro. I personaggi sono tutti realistici, frizzanti e affascinanti seppur in modo diverso l'uno dall'altro. Ognuno ha le sue idee, i suoi intenti e il proprio ruolo nell'economia del testo. Un risultato notevole considerate le ridotte dimensioni del racconto, che non impediscono tuttavia al lettore di lasciarsi conquistare dal loro fascino.
In conclusione, "L'Onniologo" è un racconto da leggere indirizzato a tutti: fan di Star Trek, astronomi, sognatori, domestiche, attivisti e sindacalisti. Quale che sia il vostro punto di vista, il romanzo vi verrà incontro, affiancandovi un personaggio tutor che assumerà le vesti di avvocato del vostro pensiero, perché nessuno deve essere escluso da un dibattito dai risvolti tanto importanti.
L'adolescenza di Wei Wang, il ragazzo attorno a cui ruota lo svolgimento temporale del racconto, è solo un pretesto per raccontare una storia più grande, un mondo che è la diretta evoluzione del nostro, e che non solo i nostri figli, ma anche noi stessi potremmo presto vedere prendere forma con i nostri occhi. L'Onniologo, infatti, non è un racconto di fantascienza, bensì di realescienza: qui non si parla di viaggi siderali, colonie su Marte, teletrasporti, raggi traenti e Federazioni Unite dei Pianeti. Il perno del romanzo è di descrivere l'anello di congiunzione tra il presente e il futuro ipotetico raccontato in grandi saghe come Star Trek o il Ciclo della Fondazione. Da quanto detto finora, si potrebbe pensare che questo sia un libro riservato ai sognatori, a coloro che passano le loro serate ad osservare le stelle in contemplazione chiedendosi: "potrò mai raggiungere quelle remote luci?". Invece non è così: Anche il pensiero degli scettici, dei critici e degli indifferenti è veicolato da alcuni personaggi del romanzo. Quale che sia la nostra posizione su questo argomento, non ci sentiremo mai soli, e saremo noi lettori a decidere da che parte stiamo, riflettendo su bisogni e possibilità per il nostro mondo. L'esplorazione spaziale, ad ogni modo, è il principale ma non unico work in progress analizzato nel libro. Altre questioni, decisamente più terrestri, saranno presenti come fulcro o come sfondo del romanzo. Eventi reali, che stanno avvenendo oggi ma che non sono affrontati dall'opinione pubblica, in quanto considerati irrilevanti e improbabili ma che Michele, grazie a perseveranza e a meticolose indagini, è riuscito a portare a galla su queste pagine. Sarebbe un crimine rivelare quali siano questi elementi del racconto così palesi eppure ignorati a causa di pregiudizi ed superficialità. Deve essere il lettore a scoprirli da solo.
Da un punto di vista meramente estetico, "L'Onniologo" è una piacevole lettura. Un romanzo scritto con un particolare stile narrativo che punta alla discontinuità e alla semplicità della narrazione. L'attenzione del narratore è tutta puntata su parole, azioni ed intenti dei personaggi, senza che aspetti secondari come descrizioni e commenti invadano troppo i loro dialoghi, che sono il fattore principale del libro. I personaggi sono tutti realistici, frizzanti e affascinanti seppur in modo diverso l'uno dall'altro. Ognuno ha le sue idee, i suoi intenti e il proprio ruolo nell'economia del testo. Un risultato notevole considerate le ridotte dimensioni del racconto, che non impediscono tuttavia al lettore di lasciarsi conquistare dal loro fascino.
In conclusione, "L'Onniologo" è un racconto da leggere indirizzato a tutti: fan di Star Trek, astronomi, sognatori, domestiche, attivisti e sindacalisti. Quale che sia il vostro punto di vista, il romanzo vi verrà incontro, affiancandovi un personaggio tutor che assumerà le vesti di avvocato del vostro pensiero, perché nessuno deve essere escluso da un dibattito dai risvolti tanto importanti.
September 29, 2015
Omnilogos Extended Edition by Michele Amitrani
Wei Wang was present at the launch of the last space shuttle, the Atlantis, in 2011. There was something just a bit off about Wei. Maybe it was the intense gaze of his almond shaped eyes. Maybe it was the face that his intelligence went beyond all methods of measurement. But once you met him, you never forgot it. Nor did he.
At eight, Wei was writing scientific equations that were beyond many of his teachers. Then he met Evangeline Layia Eleanor. This young woman, dying of cancer, has a profound effect on Wei Wang.
Wang begins calling himself the Omnilogos. With the aid of an adult sidekick, he begins making money betting $10 against $10,000 that he can correctly answer any question within ten seconds. He cannot be wrong.
About this time he meets Tiago Silva Abreu Melo, who will play a pivotal role in the future. Wei shows off how his business plans have aided local businesses to the point where they fawn over him and gladly pay whatever he asks.
Now Wei begins to gather businesses together to work for him. Most are unaware that the others even exist. Wei’s dream is Polaris, a space elevator that will allow private citizens to go to outer space inexpensively. But he has a mortal enemy in Spine Woodside, leader of the Landers, who believe space exploration is not worth the expenses.
The Omnilogos is the tale of a boy genius who as he grows only seems to become more intelligent. He uses people to gain his endgame, but somehow makes them all feel they own him a favor. By the time he begins to design Polaris, he is considered the greatest of the Hyperists, the men and women who aspire to the stars.
This battle between people who think space exploration is a waste of time and those that feel it is essential makes for an interesting book. Michele Amitrani is a master draftsman, with the final design of the story he is building created line by line, with each successive element carefully overlaid above the one beneath. Only when the climax of the story is reached do some of the building blocks make sense.
I read this book in one session and then reread parts of it to discover that parts I had missed were there. There is no progression that does not depend on that which has gone before. If the ending is a surprise—and it is—back tracking will show that the foundation for that result has been slowly building from page one.
I like this book. If you love the deep mysteries of science or are surround by those who hold superstition more valuable, you will enjoy the way they play off each other in this book. I give it five stars.
Quoth the Raven…
Wei Wang was present at the launch of the last space shuttle, the Atlantis, in 2011. There was something just a bit off about Wei. Maybe it was the intense gaze of his almond shaped eyes. Maybe it was the face that his intelligence went beyond all methods of measurement. But once you met him, you never forgot it. Nor did he.
At eight, Wei was writing scientific equations that were beyond many of his teachers. Then he met Evangeline Layia Eleanor. This young woman, dying of cancer, has a profound effect on Wei Wang.
Wang begins calling himself the Omnilogos. With the aid of an adult sidekick, he begins making money betting $10 against $10,000 that he can correctly answer any question within ten seconds. He cannot be wrong.
About this time he meets Tiago Silva Abreu Melo, who will play a pivotal role in the future. Wei shows off how his business plans have aided local businesses to the point where they fawn over him and gladly pay whatever he asks.
Now Wei begins to gather businesses together to work for him. Most are unaware that the others even exist. Wei’s dream is Polaris, a space elevator that will allow private citizens to go to outer space inexpensively. But he has a mortal enemy in Spine Woodside, leader of the Landers, who believe space exploration is not worth the expenses.
The Omnilogos is the tale of a boy genius who as he grows only seems to become more intelligent. He uses people to gain his endgame, but somehow makes them all feel they own him a favor. By the time he begins to design Polaris, he is considered the greatest of the Hyperists, the men and women who aspire to the stars.
This battle between people who think space exploration is a waste of time and those that feel it is essential makes for an interesting book. Michele Amitrani is a master draftsman, with the final design of the story he is building created line by line, with each successive element carefully overlaid above the one beneath. Only when the climax of the story is reached do some of the building blocks make sense.
I read this book in one session and then reread parts of it to discover that parts I had missed were there. There is no progression that does not depend on that which has gone before. If the ending is a surprise—and it is—back tracking will show that the foundation for that result has been slowly building from page one.
I like this book. If you love the deep mysteries of science or are surround by those who hold superstition more valuable, you will enjoy the way they play off each other in this book. I give it five stars.
Quoth the Raven…
September 19, 2015
"Omnilogos" is the story of a boy, of his gift and his dream. "Omnilogos", however, is also the story of ideas, choices and a global debate that could become real in our society, leading us to face the delicate issue of the space exploration.
The story of Wei Wang, the boy who is the main character of the book, is strictly intertwined with the story of the devolopment of our world. A world that not only our children, but even ourselves could be able to see acquiring shape in the next few years. "Ominologos" is not just a simple sci-fi book: In the book there are no star treks, Mars colony, teleportation devises, tractor beam or Federation of planets. The feature of the book is to describe the conjunction between the present and the hypotetical future showed in sci-fi bestsellers or tv programs as Asimov Foundation's saga and Star Trek. However, this is not only a book for "dreamers", for those who look up at the sky, asking themselves if mankind will ever be able to reach the stars. This is also a book for skeptical thinkers, for materialistic minds and for uninteressed individuals. Whichever is our point of view, we will never feel loneliness while reading the book, and we will be the ones deciding which side should be taken.
Space exploration, however, is not the only question faced in the book. There are more global issues taken in account, "terrestrial" issues. These are real phenomena that are actually affecting our society but whose importance is understimated by the public opinion, that sees them as insignificant and not worthy of attention. Michele, after a long research and study, discovered this issues and decided to bring them in his book, trying to imagine how they could possibly develop in the next future.
I think "Ominilogos" is a good book, easy to read and written in a simple style that focus more on the characters, the plot and the dialogues than the descriptions. The characters are all interesting, realistic, fascinating, everyone with his own style. Every character has his own ideas, his own purpose, his own role in the developing of the plot. Not bad, considering the size of the book.
I advise this book to everydoby: Fan of Star Trek, astronomers, dreamers, housekeepers, activists, philantropers. Whatever is you point of view, the book will not disappoint you, by giving you a sort of "tutor" character ready to take the role of "lawyer of your opinions" , because no one should be excluded by a debate of this kind.
The story of Wei Wang, the boy who is the main character of the book, is strictly intertwined with the story of the devolopment of our world. A world that not only our children, but even ourselves could be able to see acquiring shape in the next few years. "Ominologos" is not just a simple sci-fi book: In the book there are no star treks, Mars colony, teleportation devises, tractor beam or Federation of planets. The feature of the book is to describe the conjunction between the present and the hypotetical future showed in sci-fi bestsellers or tv programs as Asimov Foundation's saga and Star Trek. However, this is not only a book for "dreamers", for those who look up at the sky, asking themselves if mankind will ever be able to reach the stars. This is also a book for skeptical thinkers, for materialistic minds and for uninteressed individuals. Whichever is our point of view, we will never feel loneliness while reading the book, and we will be the ones deciding which side should be taken.
Space exploration, however, is not the only question faced in the book. There are more global issues taken in account, "terrestrial" issues. These are real phenomena that are actually affecting our society but whose importance is understimated by the public opinion, that sees them as insignificant and not worthy of attention. Michele, after a long research and study, discovered this issues and decided to bring them in his book, trying to imagine how they could possibly develop in the next future.
I think "Ominilogos" is a good book, easy to read and written in a simple style that focus more on the characters, the plot and the dialogues than the descriptions. The characters are all interesting, realistic, fascinating, everyone with his own style. Every character has his own ideas, his own purpose, his own role in the developing of the plot. Not bad, considering the size of the book.
I advise this book to everydoby: Fan of Star Trek, astronomers, dreamers, housekeepers, activists, philantropers. Whatever is you point of view, the book will not disappoint you, by giving you a sort of "tutor" character ready to take the role of "lawyer of your opinions" , because no one should be excluded by a debate of this kind.
January 2, 2016
Omnilogos was one of the first Fantasy novels I've read in quite some time; as I usually steer towards Non-fiction. I must say I was thoroughly pleased with my decision to read this book!
At first I despised Wei with his disdainful treatment of others at a young age and quite frankly thought he was just a brat. As I continued to read I fell more and more in love with him and came to see him as an inspiration. In fact, I like that I didn't like him at first because it made my desire for someone like him in my life even stronger. I love the experience of detesting someone when I meet them, only to get to know them on a deeper level and realize how much I enjoy them- gives you a new perspective. The story was very creative and imaginative and I had never even considered how much of the world's tax dollars has gone into the space shuttle launches. I found myself siding back and forth between the Landist's and the Hyperist's throughout the story.
My only complaint is that I fell in love with almost every character and as soon as that section of the novel was done, I rarely heard anything about them again. For example, Tiago and his story intrigued me and I wanted to know what role he played in Wei's life and the development of Polaris. Even the disgusting Avalon captivated me! The fact that I want to know so much more about all these characters has convinced me to stay up to date with the author and read the entire series once they come out.
Best Line in the story: "The rest of his body was no different. Countless layers of fat rested one over the other, like a peculiar Christmas tree made by a butcher with a despicable sense of humour." (Description of Avalon)
All in all a riveting read; slow at first but builds to a great tale that all sci-fi fantasy readers will enjoy. Great job Michele!
At first I despised Wei with his disdainful treatment of others at a young age and quite frankly thought he was just a brat. As I continued to read I fell more and more in love with him and came to see him as an inspiration. In fact, I like that I didn't like him at first because it made my desire for someone like him in my life even stronger. I love the experience of detesting someone when I meet them, only to get to know them on a deeper level and realize how much I enjoy them- gives you a new perspective. The story was very creative and imaginative and I had never even considered how much of the world's tax dollars has gone into the space shuttle launches. I found myself siding back and forth between the Landist's and the Hyperist's throughout the story.
My only complaint is that I fell in love with almost every character and as soon as that section of the novel was done, I rarely heard anything about them again. For example, Tiago and his story intrigued me and I wanted to know what role he played in Wei's life and the development of Polaris. Even the disgusting Avalon captivated me! The fact that I want to know so much more about all these characters has convinced me to stay up to date with the author and read the entire series once they come out.
Best Line in the story: "The rest of his body was no different. Countless layers of fat rested one over the other, like a peculiar Christmas tree made by a butcher with a despicable sense of humour." (Description of Avalon)
All in all a riveting read; slow at first but builds to a great tale that all sci-fi fantasy readers will enjoy. Great job Michele!
March 25, 2016
This is not a book that you read through quickly. If you do, you will likely get lost and all the wonderful details will escape your notice. I will warn readers that this book reads like a series of short stories, but linked stories, through one central character, a child savant, Wei. The format, told as a collection of stories can be a little jarring, as one story may not immediately seem as if it is a natural follow up to the last, but I promise you, all will come to together in the end. This is a very well written science fiction novel, that has several plots, but one of the central ones is the exploration of space and those that oppose it.
Wei is an engaging yet enigmatic character, and he fits the book very well. As you progress through this stories, you see a progression of his life, and his progress in the goal of exploration. The only reason this book got four stars instead of five is that the first half of the book feels as if it waswritten with a different style than the last half and the heart of the story, the people, include the mysterious and driven Wei, are lost in the details where the focus of the first part of the book is the people.
However, the bump in the flow of the story doesn't detract much from it, but it will force you to read slower to pay attention. It took a second read before I really had all the pieces fall into place. The time jumps were a little confusing, but as you read on, it feels like finishing a puzzle, as the pieces you were missing suddenly fell into place. There was obviously a lot of thought that went into this book and it is all those little details that really captured my attention.
I was given a free copy in exchange for an honest review
Wei is an engaging yet enigmatic character, and he fits the book very well. As you progress through this stories, you see a progression of his life, and his progress in the goal of exploration. The only reason this book got four stars instead of five is that the first half of the book feels as if it waswritten with a different style than the last half and the heart of the story, the people, include the mysterious and driven Wei, are lost in the details where the focus of the first part of the book is the people.
However, the bump in the flow of the story doesn't detract much from it, but it will force you to read slower to pay attention. It took a second read before I really had all the pieces fall into place. The time jumps were a little confusing, but as you read on, it feels like finishing a puzzle, as the pieces you were missing suddenly fell into place. There was obviously a lot of thought that went into this book and it is all those little details that really captured my attention.
I was given a free copy in exchange for an honest review
December 23, 2015
Even though the story is extensively researched and intensely debated, I have to admit that I had struggled reading Omnilogos. From page one, I know that the author's writing style is not one that I am comfortable with. Too many cryptic hints before a reveal, too many words to show a point. This is not even Dicken's style, which I loathed, this is just trying to make the characters sounds smart, but in actual fact, once you read properly, boils down to ineffective use of words.
As Wei moves towards the constructing of Polaris, he had numerous businesses and organizations come together to fund the project, which is still expensive. Arguing with the Landist, or those who condemn space exploration is a waste of time, the hyperist in Wei wants to allow humans to have that opportunity at a lower cost. Wei somehow manages to make everyone work together, not knowing about each other.
This is a hard one, while I myself had trouble enjoying Omnilogos to its maximum potential, the story is not lost to me. Space exploration is no doubt a field that is expensive now, and how affordable space travel could impact on human life in the future. No doubt this would be a great book for the Hyperist, those who wants to see people being able to travel in space.
The characters a memorable, each remembers Wei slightly differently, each has different information about the genius. When you read it all, the magnitude of his plot will astound you, and leave you wondering, if there is a real Wei, could he be successful in building Polaris? Thank you to the author for providing the book for a fair review.
Review also posted on: http://www.honesty-virtue.com/omnilogos/
As Wei moves towards the constructing of Polaris, he had numerous businesses and organizations come together to fund the project, which is still expensive. Arguing with the Landist, or those who condemn space exploration is a waste of time, the hyperist in Wei wants to allow humans to have that opportunity at a lower cost. Wei somehow manages to make everyone work together, not knowing about each other.
This is a hard one, while I myself had trouble enjoying Omnilogos to its maximum potential, the story is not lost to me. Space exploration is no doubt a field that is expensive now, and how affordable space travel could impact on human life in the future. No doubt this would be a great book for the Hyperist, those who wants to see people being able to travel in space.
The characters a memorable, each remembers Wei slightly differently, each has different information about the genius. When you read it all, the magnitude of his plot will astound you, and leave you wondering, if there is a real Wei, could he be successful in building Polaris? Thank you to the author for providing the book for a fair review.
Review also posted on: http://www.honesty-virtue.com/omnilogos/
November 17, 2015
I originally read Omnilogos back in February so this is my second time reading thanks to Michele's kind offer to let me review the extended edition. This review is kind of a mashup of my original and what I thought after rereading.
I enjoyed Omnilogos more the second time around. I think having read it before I was better prepared to keep up with the different characters and stories and especially for Wei's quirks but it will always be one of those books that you have to read for yourself to begin to understand what it's about.
Wei Wang is the Omnilogos.
"Tiago had heard of what some called the 'human database' or 'omnilogos', but nothing could have prepared him for this."
"I am a collector of hopes and peregrine truths, a shepherd of thoughts, ideas, projects and dreams too important not to be realized. I'm an abstract concept that has no body, no smell, no boundaries, no shape and no color. I am the Omnilogos."
It's hard to say much without giving the book away but it is a short and original read. Amitrani's writing is lovely, the technical parts sometimes made the story lag for me but it didn't take away from just how brilliant a story Omnilogos is. The surprise ending was also easier to take this time and I understand the importance of it.
Overall, I've come to love Omnilogos and Wei even more. There's still a smidgen of romance and a lot of heart and of course is a perfect read for sci-fi fans.
I enjoyed Omnilogos more the second time around. I think having read it before I was better prepared to keep up with the different characters and stories and especially for Wei's quirks but it will always be one of those books that you have to read for yourself to begin to understand what it's about.
Wei Wang is the Omnilogos.
"Tiago had heard of what some called the 'human database' or 'omnilogos', but nothing could have prepared him for this."
"I am a collector of hopes and peregrine truths, a shepherd of thoughts, ideas, projects and dreams too important not to be realized. I'm an abstract concept that has no body, no smell, no boundaries, no shape and no color. I am the Omnilogos."
It's hard to say much without giving the book away but it is a short and original read. Amitrani's writing is lovely, the technical parts sometimes made the story lag for me but it didn't take away from just how brilliant a story Omnilogos is. The surprise ending was also easier to take this time and I understand the importance of it.
Overall, I've come to love Omnilogos and Wei even more. There's still a smidgen of romance and a lot of heart and of course is a perfect read for sci-fi fans.
November 23, 2015
Wei Wang is an extremely gifted child with a brilliant mind. As he grows, so his intelligence increases. Wei Lang has a dream, to build a space elevator that will inexpensively allow everyone to go to space. To build this, Wei must first make money, which he does by promising to answer question correctly within 10 seconds. He calls himself the Omnilogos, Eventually he gathers businesses together, none aware of the other, to generate even more income for his project. There is of course opposition to his ideal, in the form of people who believe space exploration is a waste of time. The foundation blocks of this story are laid carefully, chapter by chapter, until the final conclusion. Sometimes one tends to miss a block or two, but when reading it again, it all becomes crystal clear. A masterfully woven take, full of intricacies and real world issues, often overlooked by everyday people. A deep and thought provoking book with serious underlying social issues. Although I was offered a free book for an honest review, this has in no way influenced my review and I look forward to further works by this author.
September 26, 2015
Michele contacted me and asked if I would be so kind as to read his book and write a review. After the first few pages I knew I had a quality book before me. His style of writing was at times a little confusing. I found myself rereading a few pages and paragraphs throughout the book. I could have been in another time and place, not catching the meaning because I was several pages back, in my mind, gathering what had been written and putting into the context of the present page. This is Michele' s style. He's a type of author that makes you think. He bounces around, separating characters and scenarios, then bringing them all back together in a later chapter and verse. I like an author that makes you think. His stories intertwine time, actions and names.
This book is for those who don't scream through a book, barely remembering what they read. If you want to challenge your mind, question his creation, and come bounding back saying to yourself, "wow, so that's where that was going!" This is a book for you. Enjoy, I did!
Steve Murray
This book is for those who don't scream through a book, barely remembering what they read. If you want to challenge your mind, question his creation, and come bounding back saying to yourself, "wow, so that's where that was going!" This is a book for you. Enjoy, I did!
Steve Murray
August 18, 2020
Altra bella serie di fantascienza che ti lascia addosso curiosità, voglia di vedere come va a finire.
Michele Amitrani si dimostra un buon selfpublisher, all'altezza di tanti altri buoni scrittori, ti accompagna nella storia mano nella mano attraverso luoghi nuovi, attraverso situazioni che sanno davvero di futuro come una buona serie di fantascienza deve fare. Si crea questa figura misteriosa dell'Onniologo che tutto sa e che ha dei progetti, incontra personaggi e ci interagisce per realizzare un piano ben preciso.
Questo primo volume è passato rapido, con eventi anche inattesi, piccoli grandi colpi di scena e disegna in tutta la sua semplicità una storia di ampio respiro. La consiglio senza dubbi a chiunque ami gli scrittori che hanno qualcosa da dire e che sanno raccontarlo per bene.
Michele Amitrani si dimostra un buon selfpublisher, all'altezza di tanti altri buoni scrittori, ti accompagna nella storia mano nella mano attraverso luoghi nuovi, attraverso situazioni che sanno davvero di futuro come una buona serie di fantascienza deve fare. Si crea questa figura misteriosa dell'Onniologo che tutto sa e che ha dei progetti, incontra personaggi e ci interagisce per realizzare un piano ben preciso.
Questo primo volume è passato rapido, con eventi anche inattesi, piccoli grandi colpi di scena e disegna in tutta la sua semplicità una storia di ampio respiro. La consiglio senza dubbi a chiunque ami gli scrittori che hanno qualcosa da dire e che sanno raccontarlo per bene.
January 27, 2016
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REVIEW BY: Angel, age 13 years, 2 months
MAY CONTAIN SPOILER:
This is definitely an original, nail-biting read!
This book was fascinating with all the characters, twists and the extremely well-written plot.
Omnilogos is about a 21st century Einstein, named Wei Wang. Ever since Wei was a little boy, he wanted to make a difference in the world by bringing science fiction to life. In this book, there are multiple perspectives with each tying in to the plot wonderfully! This book gets more intense as you read on.
REVIEW BY: Angel, age 13 years, 2 months
MAY CONTAIN SPOILER:
This is definitely an original, nail-biting read!
This book was fascinating with all the characters, twists and the extremely well-written plot.
Omnilogos is about a 21st century Einstein, named Wei Wang. Ever since Wei was a little boy, he wanted to make a difference in the world by bringing science fiction to life. In this book, there are multiple perspectives with each tying in to the plot wonderfully! This book gets more intense as you read on.
October 22, 2015
Wow. I really have to say I had trouble getting where this book was going the way the chapters jump from character to character, but once you get it, you get it! I now consider myself a Hyperist if ever there was one! This book was amazing, gripping, disturbing, and thoughtful, all at once! The characters are all very mysterious and quirky, but incredibly easy to become attached to! I am still stunned by the ending, and CANNOT wait to see what happens in the next book! Well done, Mr. Amitrani! Well done!
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June 9, 2021Sorprendente opera prima, questo romanzo di fantascienza – genere che non rientra a pieno nei miei gusti.
I punti deboli dell’opera, soprattutto nella parte finale, sono ampiamente compensati dal talento dell’autore, il quale possiede l’invidiabile dono di saper costruire dialoghi freschi, credibili e frizzanti, come tutti i suoi personaggi.
Dilettevole. Assolutamente.
I punti deboli dell’opera, soprattutto nella parte finale, sono ampiamente compensati dal talento dell’autore, il quale possiede l’invidiabile dono di saper costruire dialoghi freschi, credibili e frizzanti, come tutti i suoi personaggi.
Dilettevole. Assolutamente.
July 31, 2016
FULL REVIEW TO COME.
August 20, 2020
Non amo molto la fantascienza ma il romanzo "Onniologo" è la mia seconda incursione in questo ambito letterario. E anche questa volta la storia si è dimostrata interessante, con uno sviluppo sicuro e costante che porta ad arrivare sino alla fine (del libro, si tratta però di una saga) per scoprire che cosa succede. La padronanza della prosa, assieme al lavoro di studio che è stato condotto per rendere l'impianto narrativo coinvolgente e godibile, consegna al lettore un'opera che incuriosisce e convince.
June 18, 2018
4.5/5 Nooooooo! I need the second book! 😭
February 16, 2016
*3.75/5 stars* It's difficult for me to rate this book, 4 stars I feel too much but 3 stars not enough, 3.5 seems good but it's a bit more so here we are with 3.75, I'm too complicated? Maybe...
Discussion post will be done when I post this review in my blog (perfectioninbooks.wordpress.com) it will be for all people who want to join me in a few days! (You don't need to read this book to participate!)
The Writing:
This book was different. We read from many POVs from different characters through the book. This story doesn't happens in less than a year, or tow years, no, it's a lot more, it's a life time described in this book. Each chapter is in a different year from the other. This was different from evrything I have read before and reminded me when you just choose the relevant facts of different years and together they form the story. But I understand why this book is like that because if we saw all process it would be boring and complicated.
The Story:
I liked it but there are some things I'm not so sure about.
First of all, the main thing, all the 'outer space' related thing was really great and this is a very unique book. I have never read something like this.
There was always a mystery atmosphere here, all time, you don't know what will hapen you are just a piece in a game you don't know anything, you just watch and then understand.
Here comes the difficult part, I'm not sure this book is easy to read. There are many things that are a bit complicated because of the main theme. This book is for 17 or more years old not for sexual content or anything like that but because it can be very confusing and difficult to understand. The terms and stuff that appear here might not be easy for everyone. I'm sure they weren't easy for me.
The Characters:
Wei: I really liked him. I loved the concept of this character, the Omnilogos. One person who knows a lot and tries to change things. I didn't know what would be his next move and he surprised me everytime. I admire him because he had his dreams and wasn't afraid of trying to make them true, he didn't hesitate and he did everything for them.
There are other characters too such as Eve,Tobias,Gladia that they are important in this story. There are antagonists too. I just didn't feel a big love for any and I didn't hate any of them. I liked some of them more than others but that just happens.
I'm not sure Wei is the main character, maybe I should say that I feel like the main character are his projects.
I just finished this book being confused and with some doubts but I liked this and it's a good one for sci-fi lovers.
I'll be posting this review in my blog perfectioninbooks.wordpress.com plus doing a discussion post, feel free to join me in a few days!
"To write history is a wonderful expercience," Wei began smiling at his audience. "It gives you a very special perspectiveon the world around you and helps you understand one very important thing: impossible is only a possibility that has not yet been discovered."
Discussion post will be done when I post this review in my blog (perfectioninbooks.wordpress.com) it will be for all people who want to join me in a few days! (You don't need to read this book to participate!)
The Writing:
This book was different. We read from many POVs from different characters through the book. This story doesn't happens in less than a year, or tow years, no, it's a lot more, it's a life time described in this book. Each chapter is in a different year from the other. This was different from evrything I have read before and reminded me when you just choose the relevant facts of different years and together they form the story. But I understand why this book is like that because if we saw all process it would be boring and complicated.
The Story:
I liked it but there are some things I'm not so sure about.
First of all, the main thing, all the 'outer space' related thing was really great and this is a very unique book. I have never read something like this.
There was always a mystery atmosphere here, all time, you don't know what will hapen you are just a piece in a game you don't know anything, you just watch and then understand.
Here comes the difficult part, I'm not sure this book is easy to read. There are many things that are a bit complicated because of the main theme. This book is for 17 or more years old not for sexual content or anything like that but because it can be very confusing and difficult to understand. The terms and stuff that appear here might not be easy for everyone. I'm sure they weren't easy for me.
The Characters:
Wei: I really liked him. I loved the concept of this character, the Omnilogos. One person who knows a lot and tries to change things. I didn't know what would be his next move and he surprised me everytime. I admire him because he had his dreams and wasn't afraid of trying to make them true, he didn't hesitate and he did everything for them.
There are other characters too such as Eve,Tobias,Gladia that they are important in this story. There are antagonists too. I just didn't feel a big love for any and I didn't hate any of them. I liked some of them more than others but that just happens.
I'm not sure Wei is the main character, maybe I should say that I feel like the main character are his projects.
I just finished this book being confused and with some doubts but I liked this and it's a good one for sci-fi lovers.
I'll be posting this review in my blog perfectioninbooks.wordpress.com plus doing a discussion post, feel free to join me in a few days!
"To write history is a wonderful expercience," Wei began smiling at his audience. "It gives you a very special perspectiveon the world around you and helps you understand one very important thing: impossible is only a possibility that has not yet been discovered."
September 19, 2015
L’Onniologo è un romanzo straordinariamente originale che si legge tutto d’un fiato. Fin dall’inizio stimola la fantasia e la curiosità del lettore anche perché non segue uno schema lineare, ma presenta quadri diversi e scene in cui si intrecciano le vite di diversi personaggi, le cui esistenze sono legate in una misteriosa ragnatela tessuta dal protagonista.
Il piccolo Wei si guadagna immediatamente la simpatia del lettore, mentre tutti gli altri personaggi ruotano intorno a lui come i pianeti intorno al sole. Come il sole, da cui dipende la vita del nostro pianeta, così Wei dà vita alle aspirazioni delle altre persone, che non incontra casualmente, ma che sceglie una ad una.
Michele Amitrani riesce, nel suo romanzo, a trasformare le parole in forti e coinvolgenti emozioni e a disegnare personaggi vivi nei quali il lettore si può identificare con facilità.
Ciò che più mi ha colpito di questo romanzo è la dimensione umana di Wei, la sua capacità di “leggere” dentro le persone, la sua genialità nel coltivare i loro doni e la dedizione e gratitudine che questi ultimi sviluppano verso di lui. La “diversità”, nella penna dell’autore, si trasforma in ricchezza e genialità: ciò che, nel sentire comune, viene svilito come “inferiorità”, dalla sua penna emerge come “genialità”: basti pensare alle stranezze del piccolo Wei, alla sofferenza di Evangeline, alla goffaggine di Tiago, e così via …
La fine del romanzo si legge tutta d’un fiato lasciando il lettore con il desiderio di sapere come proseguirà la storia. Dunque, un bellissimo lavoro e un fantastico inizio per una vera e propria saga che spero avrà il successo che merita.
“Onniologo” è un romanzo da leggere e Michele Amitrani è uno scrittore da continuare a seguire, un artista a cui auguro di salire sempre più in alto, seguendo i passi del suo piccolo protagonista.
Il piccolo Wei si guadagna immediatamente la simpatia del lettore, mentre tutti gli altri personaggi ruotano intorno a lui come i pianeti intorno al sole. Come il sole, da cui dipende la vita del nostro pianeta, così Wei dà vita alle aspirazioni delle altre persone, che non incontra casualmente, ma che sceglie una ad una.
Michele Amitrani riesce, nel suo romanzo, a trasformare le parole in forti e coinvolgenti emozioni e a disegnare personaggi vivi nei quali il lettore si può identificare con facilità.
Ciò che più mi ha colpito di questo romanzo è la dimensione umana di Wei, la sua capacità di “leggere” dentro le persone, la sua genialità nel coltivare i loro doni e la dedizione e gratitudine che questi ultimi sviluppano verso di lui. La “diversità”, nella penna dell’autore, si trasforma in ricchezza e genialità: ciò che, nel sentire comune, viene svilito come “inferiorità”, dalla sua penna emerge come “genialità”: basti pensare alle stranezze del piccolo Wei, alla sofferenza di Evangeline, alla goffaggine di Tiago, e così via …
La fine del romanzo si legge tutta d’un fiato lasciando il lettore con il desiderio di sapere come proseguirà la storia. Dunque, un bellissimo lavoro e un fantastico inizio per una vera e propria saga che spero avrà il successo che merita.
“Onniologo” è un romanzo da leggere e Michele Amitrani è uno scrittore da continuare a seguire, un artista a cui auguro di salire sempre più in alto, seguendo i passi del suo piccolo protagonista.
February 4, 2017
The story is engaging and the translation into English is pretty damn good. It may take several pages to get into the groove. For the most part, I was entertained with Wei Wang's story. Actually, I would read that name in my most terrible fake-Irish accent and get a chuckle. Admit it, you just did, too.
Although the story ultimately centers around Wang at various stages of his life, there are an abundance of characters living the story. Personally, I highly enjoyed Wang (Yes I just typed that) when he was a young teen. His attitude and crass sense of humor was something in which I connected. I would have enjoyed more Wang in that regard.
Wang is a brilliant boy turned Omnilogos, turned dreamer of the future. He has a vision to make a better tomorrow and will gain strategic allies over his young life to set the stage for success. His vision - Polaris and outer space. His foes - the Landers; universe isolationists. Wang's mind - always on and calculating exponential steps ahead of the rest of humanity.
His entire life is a giant game of chess - taking calculated risk and playing the odds. This story is also a bit sad. To see how lives and/or moments craft and alter a person's view is dynamic and thought-provoking.
The synopsis is extremely vague and much of what I have shared is just a small step beyond. The story will remain a mystery until you consume it.
Some main concepts: technology, politics, vision, space exploration, global consumption, and pragmatism. Overall, it was an entertaining read. I did find all the shorts provided a bit of confusion across the straight read, but it all makes sense. For example, a couple chapters will begin and you may wonder if you accidentally picked up a different book mid-way through. Just stick with it.
Author provided electronic copy for review.
Although the story ultimately centers around Wang at various stages of his life, there are an abundance of characters living the story. Personally, I highly enjoyed Wang (Yes I just typed that) when he was a young teen. His attitude and crass sense of humor was something in which I connected. I would have enjoyed more Wang in that regard.
Wang is a brilliant boy turned Omnilogos, turned dreamer of the future. He has a vision to make a better tomorrow and will gain strategic allies over his young life to set the stage for success. His vision - Polaris and outer space. His foes - the Landers; universe isolationists. Wang's mind - always on and calculating exponential steps ahead of the rest of humanity.
His entire life is a giant game of chess - taking calculated risk and playing the odds. This story is also a bit sad. To see how lives and/or moments craft and alter a person's view is dynamic and thought-provoking.
The synopsis is extremely vague and much of what I have shared is just a small step beyond. The story will remain a mystery until you consume it.
Some main concepts: technology, politics, vision, space exploration, global consumption, and pragmatism. Overall, it was an entertaining read. I did find all the shorts provided a bit of confusion across the straight read, but it all makes sense. For example, a couple chapters will begin and you may wonder if you accidentally picked up a different book mid-way through. Just stick with it.
Author provided electronic copy for review.
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