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Lunar Seed
In a mysterious attack on her family’s lunar outpost, 16-year-old Leda Sengal witnesses the murder of her parents in a violent explosion. Barely escaping to earth, she transforms into a rare beauty, and her grief into a vendetta: find the murderer and make him pay.
Her one shred of evidence may hold the key to the attackers, but letting it go proves dangerous, for her and those who help her. She is aided in her pursuit of justice by a nefarious hacker, a blue-headed sensei, and assorted bots, all the while growing up into the galaxy's most beautiful human. Even though she travels to fantastical off-world places, no amount of training can prepare her for what is to come.
Her one shred of evidence may hold the key to the attackers, but letting it go proves dangerous, for her and those who help her. She is aided in her pursuit of justice by a nefarious hacker, a blue-headed sensei, and assorted bots, all the while growing up into the galaxy's most beautiful human. Even though she travels to fantastical off-world places, no amount of training can prepare her for what is to come.
115 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 9, 2015
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March 26, 2020
One girl knows the truth.
When the moon base is attacked, Leda escapes. In the first of this series Leda behind the search for those responsible. This is a mystery and a spy novel with a little space novel rolled in. It's a good read that I found very enjoyable. I would find it good for anyone interested in ongoing fiction.
When the moon base is attacked, Leda escapes. In the first of this series Leda behind the search for those responsible. This is a mystery and a spy novel with a little space novel rolled in. It's a good read that I found very enjoyable. I would find it good for anyone interested in ongoing fiction.
July 27, 2022
A science fiction tale that combines coming of age and vengeance to give us the vibrant tale of a defiant young girl ready to take on any provocation in her quest for retribution.
Leda’s life on the Mare Imbrium Base on the Moon couldn’t be happier. Until tragedy strikes! A terrorist attack destroys the base. At the cost of their own lives Leda’s parents ensure she survives.
For two years she lives on an AgroBase on Earth (Terra) in a state of disquiet, angst ridden and disconsolate. She is obsessed by the tragedy and is always looking for clues to what happened that horrible day she lost everything.
By the time she turns eighteen she vows to actively pursue all the leads she has to bring justice for her parents.
You see the transition Leda goes through- grief, desolation and determination.
What I like about Leda’s character is even though she is supposed to be very beautiful at no time does she gloat about it. She would rather value her traits like fortitude and grit.
The science fiction elements are so effortlessly ingrained into the story. From ED her personal computer device to the description of life on the AgroBase. Author Em Vega depicts a scenario which humans are likely to find themselves in the future.
When a child loses their parents they lose everything important and valuable to them. The author has handled the issue very sensitively by demonstrating that Leda’s parents are in her thoughts at all times, motivating her each and every action. Even leading her to put herself in danger at times and take unnecessary risks.
The close of Lunar Seed we see Leda embark on a fact-finding mission. She will do whatever it takes to avenge her parents.
Look forward to more in BOOK II of THE PLASTIC MIND Trilogy.
Leda’s life on the Mare Imbrium Base on the Moon couldn’t be happier. Until tragedy strikes! A terrorist attack destroys the base. At the cost of their own lives Leda’s parents ensure she survives.
For two years she lives on an AgroBase on Earth (Terra) in a state of disquiet, angst ridden and disconsolate. She is obsessed by the tragedy and is always looking for clues to what happened that horrible day she lost everything.
By the time she turns eighteen she vows to actively pursue all the leads she has to bring justice for her parents.
You see the transition Leda goes through- grief, desolation and determination.
What I like about Leda’s character is even though she is supposed to be very beautiful at no time does she gloat about it. She would rather value her traits like fortitude and grit.
The science fiction elements are so effortlessly ingrained into the story. From ED her personal computer device to the description of life on the AgroBase. Author Em Vega depicts a scenario which humans are likely to find themselves in the future.
When a child loses their parents they lose everything important and valuable to them. The author has handled the issue very sensitively by demonstrating that Leda’s parents are in her thoughts at all times, motivating her each and every action. Even leading her to put herself in danger at times and take unnecessary risks.
The close of Lunar Seed we see Leda embark on a fact-finding mission. She will do whatever it takes to avenge her parents.
Look forward to more in BOOK II of THE PLASTIC MIND Trilogy.
December 30, 2015
This debut novel opens with a bang and kept my interest throughout. This is an well-thought out, original adventure story told from the view of the lead character, who happens to be a 16-yr-old girl named Leda. She does grow up and it's lovely to see a SciFi book from that perspective, with good developed characters, pithy dialogue and humor. The backdrop is a near-future dystopian society and I get the feeling Leda is pivotal to fixing it, given the amount of training she goes through to reach her goal - to find her parent's killers. In that respect, it has elements of a whodunnit which I love. I also love the secondary characters - lots of bots (some very funny ones) and well-researched tech elements enough to fuel any SciFi lover's imagination.
I only hope to read the second installment of this exciting book soon!
I only hope to read the second installment of this exciting book soon!
August 17, 2023
Lunar Seed was an entertaining quick read
The relentless action in chapter one drew me in, and the author’s offbeat storytelling held my attention through to the end. Lunar Seed was not as scientifically or technologically in-depth as I’m accustomed to, but it was a good story with a ton of fast-paced scenes. In fact, this entire book was breathlessly fast-paced.
I experienced real anxiety for Leda’s non-stop chain of near disasters (some were actual disasters). ED (Personal Resolving Electronic Device) made for an enjoyable sidekick, and the pages depicting Zat’s interactions were something I’d never seen before. I laughed out loud.
My only criticism is with the continued references to current day television, movies, and music when the timeline mentions 2093.
When I started reading this book, I failed to notice it was part one of a multi-book series. I’ll need to get the next edition.
The relentless action in chapter one drew me in, and the author’s offbeat storytelling held my attention through to the end. Lunar Seed was not as scientifically or technologically in-depth as I’m accustomed to, but it was a good story with a ton of fast-paced scenes. In fact, this entire book was breathlessly fast-paced.
I experienced real anxiety for Leda’s non-stop chain of near disasters (some were actual disasters). ED (Personal Resolving Electronic Device) made for an enjoyable sidekick, and the pages depicting Zat’s interactions were something I’d never seen before. I laughed out loud.
My only criticism is with the continued references to current day television, movies, and music when the timeline mentions 2093.
When I started reading this book, I failed to notice it was part one of a multi-book series. I’ll need to get the next edition.
December 20, 2020
Great Hard sci-fi read
Vega delivers a thrilling opening act in Lunar Seed, leaving me unable to resist turning the page. I read this all in one day! The description is wonderful, the vocabulary strong, and the scifi technical aspects were very interesting. I learned a lot foe my own writing by reading how Vega executed space travel and robotics. The one aspect of the story I did not like was that about halfway in, the flow seemed to become more abrupt, and I did not fully understand one particular aspect of the MC arc (I won't say to avoid spoilers). Overall, excellent book!
Vega delivers a thrilling opening act in Lunar Seed, leaving me unable to resist turning the page. I read this all in one day! The description is wonderful, the vocabulary strong, and the scifi technical aspects were very interesting. I learned a lot foe my own writing by reading how Vega executed space travel and robotics. The one aspect of the story I did not like was that about halfway in, the flow seemed to become more abrupt, and I did not fully understand one particular aspect of the MC arc (I won't say to avoid spoilers). Overall, excellent book!
December 28, 2019
The Lunar Seed is a fast action futuristic drama that held my interest. The author took me on a wild ride but left me hanging in the end. A bit shallow for my level of interest in Sci-fi and in some places a bit corny. A fun read that does not take a long time to finish.
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March 26, 2020Fast-paced mashup of SciFi/Thriller/Whodunnit that has something for everyone. The science was very balanced with the fiction and was just enough to hold my interest. Fun, quirky romp through the universe. Can't wait for the sequel!
December 22, 2021
A thrilling book! If you’re into strong females and sci-fi, this is for you.
I was intrigued to read this book since I learned it’s - going to the moon! "Lunar Seed" was chosen for inclusion in a lunar delivery on Astrobotic's Moon mission. How cool is that?
This science fiction/thriller mashup book is filled with flawed, quirky characters and offbeat humor, which makes for a wry, engaging read.
There’s a little bit for everyone: plot turmoil, character transformation, conflict, plenty of personal pain and teen angst, and social foibles. And don’t think that’s just about the human characters, there’s also some pretty interesting robots that will surprise you.
All in all, I love this book for its fine balance between science and enjoyable storytelling.
I was intrigued to read this book since I learned it’s - going to the moon! "Lunar Seed" was chosen for inclusion in a lunar delivery on Astrobotic's Moon mission. How cool is that?
This science fiction/thriller mashup book is filled with flawed, quirky characters and offbeat humor, which makes for a wry, engaging read.
There’s a little bit for everyone: plot turmoil, character transformation, conflict, plenty of personal pain and teen angst, and social foibles. And don’t think that’s just about the human characters, there’s also some pretty interesting robots that will surprise you.
All in all, I love this book for its fine balance between science and enjoyable storytelling.
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