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The Rimes Trilogy #1
Momentary Stasis
World peace can be deadly.Humans discover alien technology and start colonizing worlds outside the solar system. Genetic modification produces miracles. Science advances the human condition. And, for the first time in history, the nations of the world have achieved real peace with each other.
But only the elite truly benefit from all the advancements. Most people are still trapped on an Earth ruined by chemical pollution, nuclear accidents, and chaotic weather changes. Rebellious "genies"--genetically engineered servants--cause more harm than good. And global corporations have stripped the idea of nations and freedom of any real meaning.
Sergeant Jack Rimes is no stranger to intrigue. The U.S. Army Special Forces operator lives in a time where every nation on Earth is at peace… but there are plenty of secrets to go around. As corporate greed threatens humanity, genetically engineered humans are making international mayhem of their own.
After his unplanned reassignment to the Intelligence Bureau, Jack is tasked with tracking down a rogue agent implicated in a political assassination. As he and his new partner, an old flame, search the globe for answers, the truth shakes him to his core. The powers-that-be may not be very interested in keeping humanity alive…
Momentary Stasis is the first book in a provocative series of grimdark military sci-fi novels full of intrigue, action, and horror that unflinchingly explores the impact of technology and unbridled greed on humanity. If you like gritty, flawed protagonists, tech-heavy thrillers, and incredible new worlds, then you’ll love the first installment from PR Adams’ provocative new series.
But only the elite truly benefit from all the advancements. Most people are still trapped on an Earth ruined by chemical pollution, nuclear accidents, and chaotic weather changes. Rebellious "genies"--genetically engineered servants--cause more harm than good. And global corporations have stripped the idea of nations and freedom of any real meaning.
Sergeant Jack Rimes is no stranger to intrigue. The U.S. Army Special Forces operator lives in a time where every nation on Earth is at peace… but there are plenty of secrets to go around. As corporate greed threatens humanity, genetically engineered humans are making international mayhem of their own.
After his unplanned reassignment to the Intelligence Bureau, Jack is tasked with tracking down a rogue agent implicated in a political assassination. As he and his new partner, an old flame, search the globe for answers, the truth shakes him to his core. The powers-that-be may not be very interested in keeping humanity alive…
Momentary Stasis is the first book in a provocative series of grimdark military sci-fi novels full of intrigue, action, and horror that unflinchingly explores the impact of technology and unbridled greed on humanity. If you like gritty, flawed protagonists, tech-heavy thrillers, and incredible new worlds, then you’ll love the first installment from PR Adams’ provocative new series.
333 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 14, 2016
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P.R. Adams
72 books93 followersI was born and raised in Tampa, Florida. I joined the Air Force, and my career took me from coast to coast before depositing me in the St. Louis, Missouri area for several years. After a tour in Korea and a short return to the St. Louis area, I retired and moved to the greater Denver, Colorado metropolitan area.
I write speculative fiction, mostly science fiction and fantasy. My favorite writers over the years have been Robert E. Howard, Philip K. Dick, Roger Zelazny, and Michael Crichton.
I write speculative fiction, mostly science fiction and fantasy. My favorite writers over the years have been Robert E. Howard, Philip K. Dick, Roger Zelazny, and Michael Crichton.
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August 4, 2017
Dystopian military fiction
A thought provoking thriller set in a all too plausible future where nation states have weakened and corporate powers have stepped up to match and even exceed them.
It's got everything you expect in the military sf genre: aliens (off-screen,never seen but still affecting things,better computer tech and medical tech; genetically engineered super-soldiers,etc.
It's also got characters that feel like real people with all the messiness that entails.
I'm looking forward to the further adventures.
A thought provoking thriller set in a all too plausible future where nation states have weakened and corporate powers have stepped up to match and even exceed them.
It's got everything you expect in the military sf genre: aliens (off-screen,never seen but still affecting things,better computer tech and medical tech; genetically engineered super-soldiers,etc.
It's also got characters that feel like real people with all the messiness that entails.
I'm looking forward to the further adventures.
December 3, 2016
Military science fiction, lots of procedural conspiracy. Full disclosure, I helped edit this some time ago. Great twists and some lovely extrapolation of technology in several fields. Reminiscent of Greg Bear's War Dogs series: if you even remotely like military or sf thrillers this book will do you well.
July 16, 2017
Excellent writing. The characters have depth with both positive and negative attributes. The plot is solid with realistic projections of future technology and circumstances. Highly recommended!
July 22, 2017
I liked this story. It has an ring of authenticity to it (due to the author's life experiences, I am sure). The missions are described in enormous detail and its the kind of thing that I can imagine translating to the big screen very well. There is plenty of action, explosions, (believable) scientific information and tech, and a complex plot that kept my interest from start to finish. The lead characters are well rounded and especially, Jack Rimes, is a complicated man.
The picture of the future drawn by P.R. Adams is quite a grim one. For the average person, life is a hard grind, with most people living in cramped quarters and in poverty. For instance, people appear to mostly wear paper/cloth clothes.. real fabric is a rarity. Owning a car is also unusual in this future setting and it seems most people have no choice but to suffer the stench and misery of travelling by poorly maintained public transport. As always, only the super rich have a pleasant and comfortable existence. But Jackson above all, is a man of principle and true loyalty, who goes above and beyond to help his family and fellow man.
As implied by the image and blurb, I expected more space/sci-fi in the story, which ended up being more terrestrial but that did not spoil the story at all.
The picture of the future drawn by P.R. Adams is quite a grim one. For the average person, life is a hard grind, with most people living in cramped quarters and in poverty. For instance, people appear to mostly wear paper/cloth clothes.. real fabric is a rarity. Owning a car is also unusual in this future setting and it seems most people have no choice but to suffer the stench and misery of travelling by poorly maintained public transport. As always, only the super rich have a pleasant and comfortable existence. But Jackson above all, is a man of principle and true loyalty, who goes above and beyond to help his family and fellow man.
As implied by the image and blurb, I expected more space/sci-fi in the story, which ended up being more terrestrial but that did not spoil the story at all.
October 24, 2017
Fantastic Military Fiction
This is my first novel from this author and I'm quite impressed. Crisp pacing and tight dialogue with distinct characters and a storyline that had to unfold, not just be handed to you. But where the author really excels is in his. Combat scenes. Thorough, logical, detailed and solidly plotted they really shine. It reminded me a lot of Tom Clancy's novels but with a scifi twist. This is a detailed book with a layered plot requiring you pay attention and is a fantastic read for a mature reader.
This is my first novel from this author and I'm quite impressed. Crisp pacing and tight dialogue with distinct characters and a storyline that had to unfold, not just be handed to you. But where the author really excels is in his. Combat scenes. Thorough, logical, detailed and solidly plotted they really shine. It reminded me a lot of Tom Clancy's novels but with a scifi twist. This is a detailed book with a layered plot requiring you pay attention and is a fantastic read for a mature reader.
July 9, 2017
Unexpected Storyline
So don't judge a book by its cover. I thought this would be a space sci-fi combat piece. There was some, but not at all what i thought it would be. Great writing, storyline, drama, and finally space sci-fi combat. It took a lot of twists and turns, but it all meshed. Thoroughly enjoyable read.
So don't judge a book by its cover. I thought this would be a space sci-fi combat piece. There was some, but not at all what i thought it would be. Great writing, storyline, drama, and finally space sci-fi combat. It took a lot of twists and turns, but it all meshed. Thoroughly enjoyable read.
July 23, 2017
Guessed Wrong
This military scfi looks into the real life motivation many men have made throughout history. I enjoyed the super human fighters, the mystery of the who done it, and the author's ability to weave personal traits with personal conflicts. I admit on several occasions, I guessed wrong.
This military scfi looks into the real life motivation many men have made throughout history. I enjoyed the super human fighters, the mystery of the who done it, and the author's ability to weave personal traits with personal conflicts. I admit on several occasions, I guessed wrong.
August 19, 2017
Great Storyline and Believable Characters
I !o e the mixture if military fiction and SciFi presented in this novel. All of it seemed a linear prediction of current technology and politics.
I !o e the mixture if military fiction and SciFi presented in this novel. All of it seemed a linear prediction of current technology and politics.
May 22, 2017
I was pleasantly surprised to find characters of depth and complexity in a dark-future military sf adventure novel. This book sucked me right in and held on tight for one amazing ride. Jack Rimes globe-trots around a thoroughly-imagined future world, then ventures to the far reaches of space in his quest to secure the future for humanity--and also for the family his wife has informed him is on the way.
August 19, 2017
Really enjoyed this one.
I read a lot of books. This was great. I liked the characters and the story kept moving. I recommend this book to other action addicts everywhere.
I read a lot of books. This was great. I liked the characters and the story kept moving. I recommend this book to other action addicts everywhere.
June 1, 2018
Great read
I literally couldn’t put this one down.
It’s a fast moving action packed story.
It’s truly a great read.
Wow
I literally couldn’t put this one down.
It’s a fast moving action packed story.
It’s truly a great read.
Wow
July 8, 2017
I could not stop reading. I love how Adams describes how characters feel. Very believable.
July 24, 2017
A good military sci-fi
If you are into light military sci-fi, this is a good book to read. Entertaining and well thought out. A good slow weekend read.
If you are into light military sci-fi, this is a good book to read. Entertaining and well thought out. A good slow weekend read.
August 17, 2017
Great read
Intrigue deluxe. Well edited. An all around good read. Enjoy this one. Sure hope this is not really our future.
Intrigue deluxe. Well edited. An all around good read. Enjoy this one. Sure hope this is not really our future.
July 15, 2017
Entertaining
Good character development, lots of action, liked the story line. Recommend for all sci fi readers. Fun and exciting story. Can't wait to read next in series
Good character development, lots of action, liked the story line. Recommend for all sci fi readers. Fun and exciting story. Can't wait to read next in series
August 30, 2017
Distopia with hope
I enjoyed this combination of engaging story and the conflicting motivations. Looking forward to more stories. Luckily, it's a trilogy.
I enjoyed this combination of engaging story and the conflicting motivations. Looking forward to more stories. Luckily, it's a trilogy.
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July 18, 2017Good book
I enjoyed the story. I am not sure about the flow of the plot but in the end the trip was good. I will consider giving the next book in the series a try.
I enjoyed the story. I am not sure about the flow of the plot but in the end the trip was good. I will consider giving the next book in the series a try.
June 29, 2017
Full of action and thrills set in 2164. world peace has finally been achieved but most of the world lives in poverty. Always rooting for the main character, Sergeant Jack Rimes. Looking forward to reading the other books in the trilogy.
June 27, 2017
Liking do the right thing Rimes
What is this earpiece thing? Anyway, Adams handles the language as a confirmed reader. His major characters complete personalities and it is a good story told to us intelligently.
What is this earpiece thing? Anyway, Adams handles the language as a confirmed reader. His major characters complete personalities and it is a good story told to us intelligently.
November 10, 2016
Very Interesting Dystopian/Noire Novel
Momentary Stasis is a great start to a new series. The protagonist is a Army Commando, a member of an assassination squad, called on by the government and the corporations that run the government to eliminate problems. Literally, he's a troubleshooter. Society, roughly a hundred years in the future, is bankrupt. Oil has all been used up, climate change has the survivors living in a new dustbowl, the last few major Depressions have destroyed small business, and career prospects are an idea from history. The military is just about the only thing open to the vast majority of the people who live at the bottom of the economic ladder.
The protagonist, Rimes, is tasked with shooting trouble, but a chance (?) meeting with an old flame results in Rimes being seconded to work with the Federal Investigation/Political Police to resolve a "few" questions. He very slowly starts to do the research required to solve the mystery. If this were a movie, Bogart would be playing this part. Of course, EVERYONE ELSE seems to know more than the investigator...Nice cross-genre novel, there are parallels to "Do Androids Dream of Electronic Sheep". HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
Momentary Stasis is a great start to a new series. The protagonist is a Army Commando, a member of an assassination squad, called on by the government and the corporations that run the government to eliminate problems. Literally, he's a troubleshooter. Society, roughly a hundred years in the future, is bankrupt. Oil has all been used up, climate change has the survivors living in a new dustbowl, the last few major Depressions have destroyed small business, and career prospects are an idea from history. The military is just about the only thing open to the vast majority of the people who live at the bottom of the economic ladder.
The protagonist, Rimes, is tasked with shooting trouble, but a chance (?) meeting with an old flame results in Rimes being seconded to work with the Federal Investigation/Political Police to resolve a "few" questions. He very slowly starts to do the research required to solve the mystery. If this were a movie, Bogart would be playing this part. Of course, EVERYONE ELSE seems to know more than the investigator...Nice cross-genre novel, there are parallels to "Do Androids Dream of Electronic Sheep". HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
November 23, 2016
Spacepunk Adventure
Momentary Stasis is what I'd call a mix between science fiction, steampunk, futuristic military and dystopian fiction. Adams introduces the reader to the world of the future where the elite seem to have it all...but the genetically-modified "genies" aren't keen on the way most are enslaved to the dying earth, the peace that requires absolute fealty without the option of freedom and the colonization of other worlds where hope is alive but unavailable to the majority of humanity. I enjoyed the way Adams tied a future into ideas that are held by many in today's world that only a certain level of people can be eligible for the very best. The characters are developed well and overall this is an entertaining book. While it stumbled a bit in total originality (themes never before addressed in literature), Adams put his spin and pace into a story I'd recommend to readers who enjoy the genres Momentary Stasis fits into. A fun adventure.
Momentary Stasis is what I'd call a mix between science fiction, steampunk, futuristic military and dystopian fiction. Adams introduces the reader to the world of the future where the elite seem to have it all...but the genetically-modified "genies" aren't keen on the way most are enslaved to the dying earth, the peace that requires absolute fealty without the option of freedom and the colonization of other worlds where hope is alive but unavailable to the majority of humanity. I enjoyed the way Adams tied a future into ideas that are held by many in today's world that only a certain level of people can be eligible for the very best. The characters are developed well and overall this is an entertaining book. While it stumbled a bit in total originality (themes never before addressed in literature), Adams put his spin and pace into a story I'd recommend to readers who enjoy the genres Momentary Stasis fits into. A fun adventure.
November 20, 2016
Fast moving story
This book the first of what will be l am sure will be a interesting series. The main character is a young sergeant, who find himself facing a troubling job. He is asked to help investigate, what at first glance to be a task of finding and arresting a villain who both teams want. But the further information about him bring forward a great issue. A great read.
This book the first of what will be l am sure will be a interesting series. The main character is a young sergeant, who find himself facing a troubling job. He is asked to help investigate, what at first glance to be a task of finding and arresting a villain who both teams want. But the further information about him bring forward a great issue. A great read.
July 19, 2018
I liked this book. It is not your run-of-the-mill military sci-fi, although there is a military background to the story. The central character, Sargent Jack Rimes, is believable and feels like someone you might know. However, Rimes turns out to be far more than might be expected of an army NCO. He has political and investigative skills way above his station and it is these that make the book interesting. If you enjoy crime fiction then you are very likely to enjoy this book with its plot that weaves in and out as Rimes uncovers layer after layer of deception.
The tech used by Rimes in this story is not that futuristic. The augmented reality system called the "Battlefield Awareness System (BAS)" that Rimes uses is probably with the armed forces today - if it is not then an advanced prototype is likely under development. The idea of placing his communications system in an earpiece makes sense. It puts it close to the head up display in his visor for high speed updating of the BAS display and still in the open for communicating with the server behind the BAS app (which seems be a militarised version of Google Maps). All very convincing and giving the book a sense of realism that is often missing from sci-fi.
The tech used by Rimes in this story is not that futuristic. The augmented reality system called the "Battlefield Awareness System (BAS)" that Rimes uses is probably with the armed forces today - if it is not then an advanced prototype is likely under development. The idea of placing his communications system in an earpiece makes sense. It puts it close to the head up display in his visor for high speed updating of the BAS display and still in the open for communicating with the server behind the BAS app (which seems be a militarised version of Google Maps). All very convincing and giving the book a sense of realism that is often missing from sci-fi.
January 7, 2018
Kept me in stasis for more than a moment...
Pacy, generally well written and quite intriguing, if depressing, futuristic military, covert ops and personal dilemma story. Set in what appears to be a typically collapsing dystopian world, where at least one man continues to struggle to retains some notion of loyalty and honour in a convoluted environment of corruption and greed. Some hints of Bladerunner or more recent genetic/ artificial intelligence tales, but enough distinctiveness and action to keep a reader involved... if seemingly a little disjointed in places.
Pacy, generally well written and quite intriguing, if depressing, futuristic military, covert ops and personal dilemma story. Set in what appears to be a typically collapsing dystopian world, where at least one man continues to struggle to retains some notion of loyalty and honour in a convoluted environment of corruption and greed. Some hints of Bladerunner or more recent genetic/ artificial intelligence tales, but enough distinctiveness and action to keep a reader involved... if seemingly a little disjointed in places.
January 13, 2018
All the makings of a good read.
This was such a good thriller, politics and romance all wrapped not one. I liked the military angle to start with and then the intrigue and politics as it built to a great twist in the end. Did not see that coming to be honest.
I also liked that it is so comparable to today’s society. We seem to be seeing the writing on the wall in so many of the decisions that politicians and businesses are making today. If we don’t do something about it, it is going to be our children’s reality in the distant future.
Well done.
This was such a good thriller, politics and romance all wrapped not one. I liked the military angle to start with and then the intrigue and politics as it built to a great twist in the end. Did not see that coming to be honest.
I also liked that it is so comparable to today’s society. We seem to be seeing the writing on the wall in so many of the decisions that politicians and businesses are making today. If we don’t do something about it, it is going to be our children’s reality in the distant future.
Well done.
June 13, 2018
Good enough
This was an interesting read. The plot was complex, and the characters were OK. Rimes, the main character was flushed out much more than the others. I know there are others in the series, but this will probably be the only one I read just because military fiction isn’t my favorite. It was a good enough read though.
This was an interesting read. The plot was complex, and the characters were OK. Rimes, the main character was flushed out much more than the others. I know there are others in the series, but this will probably be the only one I read just because military fiction isn’t my favorite. It was a good enough read though.
April 16, 2018
A good read
In a future where big corporations run the word. It is up to one soldier to fight for humanity. I hope our future is better than depicted in this story that is full of surprises and adventure
In a future where big corporations run the word. It is up to one soldier to fight for humanity. I hope our future is better than depicted in this story that is full of surprises and adventure
October 31, 2017
The Future?
Too real by far. Good action and everyone should read it. I look forward to reading the next several books.
Too real by far. Good action and everyone should read it. I look forward to reading the next several books.
August 7, 2017
Good science fiction/war action/intelligence investigation combination. World building was good enough to keep me occupied. The pace of action was fast enough to keep me occupied. The story rolled out consistently till the end.
Enough left over questions to support a sequel.
Enough left over questions to support a sequel.
June 20, 2018
Lead, follow or get out of the way
Rimes, our hero has a problem. Is he in charge? Or following someone else around for the wrong reasons? He is very good at his job, and his job needs him. There are too many loose ends for some of the characters in this story, makes you want to find and read the next book. Where will Rimes end up at
Rimes, our hero has a problem. Is he in charge? Or following someone else around for the wrong reasons? He is very good at his job, and his job needs him. There are too many loose ends for some of the characters in this story, makes you want to find and read the next book. Where will Rimes end up at
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