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Old Ironsides
Centuries after three quarters of the human population on earth fell victim to a savage plague, a new enemy rises to threaten the existence of humanity. A population divided by those still fully human, those part machine and those who are both dead and alive at the same time, what it means to be truly human has already been long forgotten.
Enter one man who knows. Encased in cryo-stasis for three hundred years, his connection to the past could potentially save the human race from extinction once again, if he can stay alive long enough. Pursued by enemies on all sides, Nathan Ironside has one mission: to survive. Because if he doesn't nobody will...
Enter one man who knows. Encased in cryo-stasis for three hundred years, his connection to the past could potentially save the human race from extinction once again, if he can stay alive long enough. Pursued by enemies on all sides, Nathan Ironside has one mission: to survive. Because if he doesn't nobody will...
335 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 31, 2016
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April 7, 2016
Not air tight but air worthy.
Good read. Good plot. Not much language/no sex. Refreshing. Four centuries in the future and they're still high fiving? I hope not.
Good read. Good plot. Not much language/no sex. Refreshing. Four centuries in the future and they're still high fiving? I hope not.
March 6, 2016
I gave up reading 3/4 of the way through the book. I detest reading the same paragraph more than once in a book. If a creature, an item, or a view has been described once, and the narrative comes to said creature, item or view, DO NOT plug in the the same paragraph used 85 pages ago!!!! It is as if the author spent a great deal of time creating a few "perfect" paragraphs, with all the detail the mind could imagine. Then any time the creature, item or view appears, the "perfect" paragraph is replayed.
Good premise for the story. Good opening ... it hooked me. But, after 200 pages, poor character development, and some seriously implausible situations, I quit. Wasted a major part of my weekend.
I'm glad this was part of my Kindle Unlimited. I'm beginning to question the utility of the program.
Good premise for the story. Good opening ... it hooked me. But, after 200 pages, poor character development, and some seriously implausible situations, I quit. Wasted a major part of my weekend.
I'm glad this was part of my Kindle Unlimited. I'm beginning to question the utility of the program.
March 17, 2016
What can I say
This book is of the highest possible class.
Even though centred in the future, after a sad fair well in the present, this book just takes of.
The description of the place in the future was so well described you, could actually fell as if you were there.
The story is fantastic, no lack of adventure, with plenty of twists and turns.
Many times I tried to pick the bad guy, but it wasn't till about 6 pages before the end I picked him.
Until then I was absolutely enthralled, and engrossed in the book.
A absolute must read, even if you do not like Sci-Fi.
This book is of the highest possible class.
Even though centred in the future, after a sad fair well in the present, this book just takes of.
The description of the place in the future was so well described you, could actually fell as if you were there.
The story is fantastic, no lack of adventure, with plenty of twists and turns.
Many times I tried to pick the bad guy, but it wasn't till about 6 pages before the end I picked him.
Until then I was absolutely enthralled, and engrossed in the book.
A absolute must read, even if you do not like Sci-Fi.
February 18, 2016
A new author for me and a good one
I really enjoyed my first venture with Mr. Crawford. A great story even if it did start a bit slowly. Wonderful character development with a great twist. I loved it!
I really enjoyed my first venture with Mr. Crawford. A great story even if it did start a bit slowly. Wonderful character development with a great twist. I loved it!
February 21, 2016
I loved this book!
I really enjoyed this book! It was honest look at the future and how the problems there aren't so different from the problems we have today. I intend to read the - series :)
I really enjoyed this book! It was honest look at the future and how the problems there aren't so different from the problems we have today. I intend to read the - series :)
March 2, 2016
An enjoyable read, different to many of the space operas I read but in a good way, intrigued to read more if it becomes a series, hopefully sticking to the theme of this book and solving crimes both on Earth and the orbital cities
March 23, 2016
Nice work
This title was a good weekend read. Plot and characters where well fleshed out. The main character is likeable and easy to root for, though some of the ancillary characters could have used a few more lines in either backstory or to move the plot.
This title was a good weekend read. Plot and characters where well fleshed out. The main character is likeable and easy to root for, though some of the ancillary characters could have used a few more lines in either backstory or to move the plot.
May 9, 2016
Excellent story.
The book tells the story of a man frozen and reanimated four hundred years later. The characters are interesting and the plot keeps one guessing until the end. The technology of the future is described and medical breakthrough s.
The book tells the story of a man frozen and reanimated four hundred years later. The characters are interesting and the plot keeps one guessing until the end. The technology of the future is described and medical breakthrough s.
August 21, 2016
Loved this book!
A suburb book. Wound with action and intrigue. The author carefully weaved the plot so at any one time you might figure out what was going to happen but there were surprises around every corner.
A suburb book. Wound with action and intrigue. The author carefully weaved the plot so at any one time you might figure out what was going to happen but there were surprises around every corner.
March 21, 2016
Wonderful story
Great characters and storyline. I could hardly put it down to sleep last night. Extremely well written. If you like space syfy you will love this one.
Great characters and storyline. I could hardly put it down to sleep last night. Extremely well written. If you like space syfy you will love this one.
May 21, 2020
Interesting book. I figured out how it was going to end, but still found it interesting to read. While it is a science fiction book, in fact it is kind of an old fashioned mystery story. Only some of the "support items" are different.
Overall, I thought this was a pretty well written book. There were few things that disconnected, and those that did could easily be granted to the author as allowance to tell a story. This isn't, after all, history but fiction.
I was also pleased to find there was little in the way of either profanity or sex. I get rather tired of those "scenes" these days. Seems every book almost requires both to be felt "mainstream" or "realistic". This managed both with either - cudos to the author for good taste. Overall I would give this 4-1/2 stars if I could.
Overall, I thought this was a pretty well written book. There were few things that disconnected, and those that did could easily be granted to the author as allowance to tell a story. This isn't, after all, history but fiction.
I was also pleased to find there was little in the way of either profanity or sex. I get rather tired of those "scenes" these days. Seems every book almost requires both to be felt "mainstream" or "realistic". This managed both with either - cudos to the author for good taste. Overall I would give this 4-1/2 stars if I could.
June 19, 2018
A nice light read, that holds a steady and interesting pace, based on the rather common theme of a person from the past appearing in a futuristic setting and saving the day.
Nothing really original (or maybe other similar works borrowed from this one - can't bother to search publication dates), but an interesting twist in mixing procedural police drama with a splash of military SF, instead of going full mil SF as other similar ventures.
Reads like a charm though.
Nothing really original (or maybe other similar works borrowed from this one - can't bother to search publication dates), but an interesting twist in mixing procedural police drama with a splash of military SF, instead of going full mil SF as other similar ventures.
Reads like a charm though.
October 11, 2017
Our hero is revived after being in cryostasis for 400+ years. It just so happens there is an attempt on his life shortly after.
A little bit of Buck Roger's (he slept a long time too), a little bit of whodunnit, and a little bit of space combat. So there's enough here to keep me interested. I saw there is a sequel; but if you want a stand alone story, this will work.
A little bit of Buck Roger's (he slept a long time too), a little bit of whodunnit, and a little bit of space combat. So there's enough here to keep me interested. I saw there is a sequel; but if you want a stand alone story, this will work.
March 15, 2020
Loved it
Absolutely loved this book. There are so many twists and turns. With so much amazing action. You do find yourself caring about the few main characters. A very good science fiction and with great writing.
Absolutely loved this book. There are so many twists and turns. With so much amazing action. You do find yourself caring about the few main characters. A very good science fiction and with great writing.
September 25, 2018
Brilliant
Wow what a read. Life is hard for a man woken up many years in the future. His old life and family are all gone. See how he forges a new life with the help of new friends
Wow what a read. Life is hard for a man woken up many years in the future. His old life and family are all gone. See how he forges a new life with the help of new friends
October 3, 2019
Gripping
I really enjoyed this book, not a type I would read but , Very good indeed. A good strong story line and believable characters, can't ask for more
I really enjoyed this book, not a type I would read but , Very good indeed. A good strong story line and believable characters, can't ask for more
July 27, 2020
Seemed a bit far fetched in the fact the Ironsides is able to adapt so quickly to his situation. Some cheesy dialogue but mostly entertaining.
May 2, 2017
Good sci-fi
Good book. Enjoyed the futuristic view. It had a lot of interesting events that happened in the future. Easy to read also.
Good book. Enjoyed the futuristic view. It had a lot of interesting events that happened in the future. Easy to read also.
March 18, 2017
Very thin on science and just following a plot
He's got a geosynchronous orbit at 300 km, has no conception of how conservation of momentum and kinematics work. At one point gecko shoes are supposed to pull someone down.
On the plus side he writes ok although he tends to use big words where others work as well, hey it's free.
He's got a geosynchronous orbit at 300 km, has no conception of how conservation of momentum and kinematics work. At one point gecko shoes are supposed to pull someone down.
On the plus side he writes ok although he tends to use big words where others work as well, hey it's free.
May 10, 2016
Awful Start, Could Not Continue-DNF
I had to bail from this book at page 31, as the writing was barely readable, storyline m.i.a., and the editing amateurish. If an author cannot establish the minimal framework of a plot and storyline by 10% of a eBook's beginning, why should a reader bother to continue? The level of this eBook and most others in the SciFi category show a total disregard for professional product creation. Additionally, so many reviews of higher ratings seem "tainted" and untrustworthy, that I now only consult reviews that are 3 stars or less, hoping to find decent to read.
I had to bail from this book at page 31, as the writing was barely readable, storyline m.i.a., and the editing amateurish. If an author cannot establish the minimal framework of a plot and storyline by 10% of a eBook's beginning, why should a reader bother to continue? The level of this eBook and most others in the SciFi category show a total disregard for professional product creation. Additionally, so many reviews of higher ratings seem "tainted" and untrustworthy, that I now only consult reviews that are 3 stars or less, hoping to find decent to read.
March 22, 2016
Good story that needs a real editor
The story and characters were very compelling in this sci-fi police adventure. However, the manuscript itself is not ready for prime time. That is very distracting for me, and I know I'm not alone. There are many misspellings, misuses of words, incorrect grammar in the narrative (not dialog), and even the duplication of an entire description, word for word.
A good editor helps a good writer become great, and this story is worth saving. I strongly urge the author to pay a professional editor to work with him on this manuscript.
The story and characters were very compelling in this sci-fi police adventure. However, the manuscript itself is not ready for prime time. That is very distracting for me, and I know I'm not alone. There are many misspellings, misuses of words, incorrect grammar in the narrative (not dialog), and even the duplication of an entire description, word for word.
A good editor helps a good writer become great, and this story is worth saving. I strongly urge the author to pay a professional editor to work with him on this manuscript.
March 28, 2016
Old Ironsides a great read
Mr Crawford creates a wonderful future world along with an exciting plot to keep you engaged and entertained. He brings life to Nathan Ironsides a 400 year old man saved by cryogenic suspension after his death by an exotic plague. I highly recommend this action packed story.
Mr Crawford creates a wonderful future world along with an exciting plot to keep you engaged and entertained. He brings life to Nathan Ironsides a 400 year old man saved by cryogenic suspension after his death by an exotic plague. I highly recommend this action packed story.
February 22, 2016
Novel idea but quickly turned to space opera.
A quick read which is entirely plot driven. Plot quickly became very complex and unrealistic. I don't mind melodrama, but it needs to tie together naturally.
A quick read which is entirely plot driven. Plot quickly became very complex and unrealistic. I don't mind melodrama, but it needs to tie together naturally.
March 6, 2016
A interesting story
I have enjoyed reading this book, there is like all great detective story. I will recommend you give this book a read. I am sure like me you will enjoy reading it.
I have enjoyed reading this book, there is like all great detective story. I will recommend you give this book a read. I am sure like me you will enjoy reading it.
August 1, 2016
Meh. The story gets unnecessarily complicated, with twists within twists, and I really forced to finish this one.
And the editing on my Kindle edition was terrible. Multiple spelling mistakes. Really?
And the editing on my Kindle edition was terrible. Multiple spelling mistakes. Really?
February 24, 2016
I really got into these characters. Would it be considered a literary classic probably not, but it was a great escape, and the ending really surprised me. Wasn't who I thought it was.
February 22, 2016
SciFi as it should be
A believable future with plausible technology, a sympathetic protagonist, and realistic society with a gripping plot make for a thrill ride story. Excellent.
A believable future with plausible technology, a sympathetic protagonist, and realistic society with a gripping plot make for a thrill ride story. Excellent.
June 20, 2016
Ok
Decent enough to finish reading, some novel and interesting ideas. Action sequences quite shaky, more contrived than the plot line. Author is evolving.
Decent enough to finish reading, some novel and interesting ideas. Action sequences quite shaky, more contrived than the plot line. Author is evolving.
July 20, 2016
Did not finish. Basically a detective story set in the future
October 6, 2016
Enjoyable Science Fiction Detective Novel
I enjoyed that this was a full length novel with an interesting main character. I hope there are more books set in this universe.
I enjoyed that this was a full length novel with an interesting main character. I hope there are more books set in this universe.
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