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The Far Shore
“The author’s flair for depicting realistic space travel rivals
anything in Andy Weir’s 2014 bestseller The Martian. ” –Kirkus Reviews
An oppressive world. An untested spacecraft. A perilous gamble. Can her journey preserve humanity's freedom? Cristina Flores speaks her mind. But in a totalitarian surveillance state where privacy is a thing of the past, her critical thinking and outspoken nature have marked her for death. So when rebel scientists recruit the math genius for a covert plan to start anew on Mars, she accepts the chance to control her own destiny. But space is a harsh sanctuary, and freedom is never purchased cheaply. Alongside a small band of like-minded renegades, Cristina struggles to overcome escalating failures and rising panic. She fears their most lethal threat may be a charismatic but incompetent leader determined to command the colony to its last dying breath… Can Cristina's unstoppable determination keep their dream alive, or will the hope for freedom be lost in the void? The Far Shore is a thrilling sci-fi novel in the classic tradition. If you enjoy courageous heroes, convincing technology, and hard-edged science, you’ll love Glenn Damato’s bold odyssey.
“A magnificent story – a soaring feat of imagination, highly suspenseful and utterly gripping.” –Robert Bidinotto, bestselling author of HUNTER “I give The Far Shore five stars. It rivals The Martian in accuracy, ambition and attitude. It offers hope for humanity at all levels.” –Tamara Wilhite, contributor at Liberty Island Magazine “A plausible and harrowing adventure that explores humanity’s drive for personal freedom.” –Kirkus Reviews “Gripping and immersive, The Far Shore offers a technology for the hard science fiction fans and tons of heart for all of us.” –Laura Montgomery, author of Mercenary Calling “Brilliant . . . I admit to having tears in my eyes.” –Jeffery D. Kooistra, author of Dykstra's War “I was hooked! Damn! The pace is awesome, the suspense is unbeatable, the characters are engaging, the plot is original, the theme is eternal and universal.” –Irene Psyhogios “Highly recommended for adult sci-fi fans who enjoy exceptionally well-developed plots, characters, and hard sci-fi.” –Donovan’s Literary Services “ The Far Shore sucked me in from page one. It really is amazing.” –Sherri Addleston Hilts “I'm a techie, and like my science fiction hard, with rivets. Damato has not only done a marvelous job of keeping the reader on the edge of their seat, he's made it all technically solid and credible.” –Tom Ligon, Member, Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers of America “Whenever I put this book down I couldn't wait to get back to the characters. The story line was gripping and made me late for meetings and kept me up late reading more than a couple times.” –Mark Bottorff “Damato masterfully reins together the emotional titans of hope and fear through the eyes of a young girl.” –Joel S. Copeland “Kept me riveted. Damato expertly blends science fiction with an all too possible and alarming future.” –Edmond Schuebert “As an avid sci-fi reader I could barely put this book down. I commend the intriguing characters and I hope there will be sequels coming out soon!” –Karin B. Divens “This is a great read . . . I gobbled it up." –Khan Griffith
anything in Andy Weir’s 2014 bestseller The Martian. ” –Kirkus Reviews
An oppressive world. An untested spacecraft. A perilous gamble. Can her journey preserve humanity's freedom? Cristina Flores speaks her mind. But in a totalitarian surveillance state where privacy is a thing of the past, her critical thinking and outspoken nature have marked her for death. So when rebel scientists recruit the math genius for a covert plan to start anew on Mars, she accepts the chance to control her own destiny. But space is a harsh sanctuary, and freedom is never purchased cheaply. Alongside a small band of like-minded renegades, Cristina struggles to overcome escalating failures and rising panic. She fears their most lethal threat may be a charismatic but incompetent leader determined to command the colony to its last dying breath… Can Cristina's unstoppable determination keep their dream alive, or will the hope for freedom be lost in the void? The Far Shore is a thrilling sci-fi novel in the classic tradition. If you enjoy courageous heroes, convincing technology, and hard-edged science, you’ll love Glenn Damato’s bold odyssey.
“A magnificent story – a soaring feat of imagination, highly suspenseful and utterly gripping.” –Robert Bidinotto, bestselling author of HUNTER “I give The Far Shore five stars. It rivals The Martian in accuracy, ambition and attitude. It offers hope for humanity at all levels.” –Tamara Wilhite, contributor at Liberty Island Magazine “A plausible and harrowing adventure that explores humanity’s drive for personal freedom.” –Kirkus Reviews “Gripping and immersive, The Far Shore offers a technology for the hard science fiction fans and tons of heart for all of us.” –Laura Montgomery, author of Mercenary Calling “Brilliant . . . I admit to having tears in my eyes.” –Jeffery D. Kooistra, author of Dykstra's War “I was hooked! Damn! The pace is awesome, the suspense is unbeatable, the characters are engaging, the plot is original, the theme is eternal and universal.” –Irene Psyhogios “Highly recommended for adult sci-fi fans who enjoy exceptionally well-developed plots, characters, and hard sci-fi.” –Donovan’s Literary Services “ The Far Shore sucked me in from page one. It really is amazing.” –Sherri Addleston Hilts “I'm a techie, and like my science fiction hard, with rivets. Damato has not only done a marvelous job of keeping the reader on the edge of their seat, he's made it all technically solid and credible.” –Tom Ligon, Member, Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers of America “Whenever I put this book down I couldn't wait to get back to the characters. The story line was gripping and made me late for meetings and kept me up late reading more than a couple times.” –Mark Bottorff “Damato masterfully reins together the emotional titans of hope and fear through the eyes of a young girl.” –Joel S. Copeland “Kept me riveted. Damato expertly blends science fiction with an all too possible and alarming future.” –Edmond Schuebert “As an avid sci-fi reader I could barely put this book down. I commend the intriguing characters and I hope there will be sequels coming out soon!” –Karin B. Divens “This is a great read . . . I gobbled it up." –Khan Griffith
- GenresScience FictionDystopia
370 pages, Paperback
First published October 16, 2019
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Glenn Damato
6 books11 followersGlenn Damato studied physics and astronomy at the University of Iowa. He served in the US Navy as a nuclear propulsion plant operator aboard an attack submarine. A lifelong space and aviation geek, he holds a pilot's license and once survived a parachute malfunction (fortunately, someone else had been flying the plane). A resident of southern California, Glenn loves to sail at every opportunity and so far has avoided falling overboard
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August 6, 2023
Within The Far Shore a group of elderly scientists and engineers decide to send a group of inexperienced young adults (kids) into space. Their collective intent is to establish a never before attempted colony of free humans on Mars. This is all done in response to a oppressive societal government that strives for the control of its citizenry.
This is nuts. There is just no way to believe that the sum total of wisdom, intelligence, and lifetime experiences possessed by the elders would conclude that sending kids to Mars would be the solution to any problem. In fact, as the story shows, the cohort of elders had access to considerable resources and technology including the ability to manipulate governmental assets without detection. They could easily have used those abilities to establish a resistance movement in some remote place closer to home (and with breathable air).
But that was not the book that Glenn Damato wrote, so within his context we have kids floating through space on their way to Mars. As to be expected, there are numerous problems along the way all of which need to be solved for there to be a story on Mars. Then on Mars it’s more of the same, or there would be no foundation for a sequel. These problem-based action sequences were appreciated for the distractions that they provided from the main storyline.
On the way to Mars, the kids decide that freedom is going to get them all killed. Therefore, a little societal oppression is found to be in order consisting of laws and obligation to their collective selves. Then on Mars, they end up with a sort of dictatorship. In many ways, these transformations serve to undermine the supposed quest for freedom upon which the novel is founded.
Along these same lines, the story fails to recognize that freedom and society always exist together as complementary values, and that societies are always oppressive to freedom. Oppression equates to a corresponding amount of freedom. In other words, to exclusively claim that a society is oppressive is to deny the freedom that one actually has at hand.
In Damato’s world, it’s stated that an advanced education is provided by society. Those that excel at furthering society’s goals are rewarded with greater wealth and privileges. And surfer dudes are still able celebrate accomplishments with shots of Jägermeister. Therefore, if both attributes, oppression and freedom, are examined together, one might find that societal change can be affected by means that are far more effective than sending kinds into space.
This is nuts. There is just no way to believe that the sum total of wisdom, intelligence, and lifetime experiences possessed by the elders would conclude that sending kids to Mars would be the solution to any problem. In fact, as the story shows, the cohort of elders had access to considerable resources and technology including the ability to manipulate governmental assets without detection. They could easily have used those abilities to establish a resistance movement in some remote place closer to home (and with breathable air).
But that was not the book that Glenn Damato wrote, so within his context we have kids floating through space on their way to Mars. As to be expected, there are numerous problems along the way all of which need to be solved for there to be a story on Mars. Then on Mars it’s more of the same, or there would be no foundation for a sequel. These problem-based action sequences were appreciated for the distractions that they provided from the main storyline.
On the way to Mars, the kids decide that freedom is going to get them all killed. Therefore, a little societal oppression is found to be in order consisting of laws and obligation to their collective selves. Then on Mars, they end up with a sort of dictatorship. In many ways, these transformations serve to undermine the supposed quest for freedom upon which the novel is founded.
Along these same lines, the story fails to recognize that freedom and society always exist together as complementary values, and that societies are always oppressive to freedom. Oppression equates to a corresponding amount of freedom. In other words, to exclusively claim that a society is oppressive is to deny the freedom that one actually has at hand.
In Damato’s world, it’s stated that an advanced education is provided by society. Those that excel at furthering society’s goals are rewarded with greater wealth and privileges. And surfer dudes are still able celebrate accomplishments with shots of Jägermeister. Therefore, if both attributes, oppression and freedom, are examined together, one might find that societal change can be affected by means that are far more effective than sending kinds into space.
November 29, 2019
Loved the Beginning
Damato’s dystopian world is both recognizable and alarming, and the author’s careful use of cultural references (“Dreamers” and “NASA” and “American States”) perfectly sets the stage. The reader is plunged into a future that is fast approaching, all the while wondering how it might be stopped.
And then the main character gets on a spaceship for Mars, and the whole dystopian theme is dropped. The power of the story drains out with the rocket fuel and leaves the jet-lagged reader in a teen angst-driven version of The Martian (but not as carefully researched and lacking the power of believability.)
The last 3rd of the book does not sustain the suspension of disbelief and feels repetitive, one-dimensional, and petty. After such a great start, the disappointment is even stronger when the storyline falters and eventually fails.
5 stars for the well-drawn dystopian world
3 stars for the spaceship voyage with flat characters
2 stars for the unbelievable and unearned ending
Damato’s dystopian world is both recognizable and alarming, and the author’s careful use of cultural references (“Dreamers” and “NASA” and “American States”) perfectly sets the stage. The reader is plunged into a future that is fast approaching, all the while wondering how it might be stopped.
And then the main character gets on a spaceship for Mars, and the whole dystopian theme is dropped. The power of the story drains out with the rocket fuel and leaves the jet-lagged reader in a teen angst-driven version of The Martian (but not as carefully researched and lacking the power of believability.)
The last 3rd of the book does not sustain the suspension of disbelief and feels repetitive, one-dimensional, and petty. After such a great start, the disappointment is even stronger when the storyline falters and eventually fails.
5 stars for the well-drawn dystopian world
3 stars for the spaceship voyage with flat characters
2 stars for the unbelievable and unearned ending
July 2, 2021
it reads like a YA novel. it was entertaining, i finished it, definitly enjoyed parts of it, and wanted to know what was going to happen. but there were things that didnt make sense, there were character changes and behaviors lacking explanation, all the characters other than christina were repetitive, annoying, childish, and two dimensional.
October 28, 2019
The Martian meets 1984. Modern young adult literature meets realistic science fiction.
Yes, I wrote that for my Liberty Island Magazine review of "The Far Shore".
This book takes place in an America where the Sesame Credit System is alive, well and augmented with implants in every person feeding the ideal reality to them.
A few people remember the world as it was and want to save enough to rebuild a free society on the Far Shore - of Mars.
The heroine isn't an action here. She's the daughter of a scientist and had her own dreams of studying engineering dashed by her politically incorrect desire to tell the truth. An orphan in a foster home, she can't say no to the offer after telling the truth about the American moon landing of 1969 at a public rally.
The other teens selected for the chance to flee Earth have faced similar challenges. And getting off Earth is only the start of their travails.
This book is a standalone novel but could be the start of a series. It is an excellent science fiction work, grounded in engineering and science as well as political science and history. Suitable for young adults and accessible to adults.
I recommend this book. There are a few sections that drag on, such as where the technical details feel like I'm reading an engineering text book. That's why it received four stars instead of five.
Yes, I wrote that for my Liberty Island Magazine review of "The Far Shore".
This book takes place in an America where the Sesame Credit System is alive, well and augmented with implants in every person feeding the ideal reality to them.
A few people remember the world as it was and want to save enough to rebuild a free society on the Far Shore - of Mars.
The heroine isn't an action here. She's the daughter of a scientist and had her own dreams of studying engineering dashed by her politically incorrect desire to tell the truth. An orphan in a foster home, she can't say no to the offer after telling the truth about the American moon landing of 1969 at a public rally.
The other teens selected for the chance to flee Earth have faced similar challenges. And getting off Earth is only the start of their travails.
This book is a standalone novel but could be the start of a series. It is an excellent science fiction work, grounded in engineering and science as well as political science and history. Suitable for young adults and accessible to adults.
I recommend this book. There are a few sections that drag on, such as where the technical details feel like I'm reading an engineering text book. That's why it received four stars instead of five.
November 15, 2019
The Far Shore is a great story. Damato's depiction of the dystopian USA is scary, given the direction we are heading. I love all the twists and turns and how his freedom-loving protagonist handles them. The space travel and science and engineering detail are spot on. And the well-written story is reminiscent of the old classics by Bradbury, Asimov et al. Best sci-fi I have read in years.
January 31, 2020
Only read first 2/3, skipped to the end
I liked this quite a bit at first, the last few free humans on a desperate attempt to flee the oppressive dystopian world by rocketing to Mars to start a colony. But once in space it gets very technical and the story flattens out to the disaster of the day with numbing frequency. Got tired of it.
I liked this quite a bit at first, the last few free humans on a desperate attempt to flee the oppressive dystopian world by rocketing to Mars to start a colony. But once in space it gets very technical and the story flattens out to the disaster of the day with numbing frequency. Got tired of it.
November 25, 2025
science fiction that goes clank, with a message
Good hard (science based) science fiction also has one ( and only one) deviation from accepted science to nucleate the story/-faster than light travel, machine sentience, etc. This story about dissidents fleeing an Earth turned into a collectivist hell-hole to Mars didn’t seem to have a departure from accepted science, unless you count the suspension of belief required to accept they could pull this off under a surveillance totalitarian state that make North Korea look like Club Med. It reminded me of the best of Heinlein, Niven. If it just a sci fi story it would be worth reading, but what made it stand out is the social commentary that goes with it—the author makes a cogent plea for individual responsibility and liberty, a position that will probably not go down well with a certain element of our society today. I suspect that attitude is the reason for the (very few) negative reviews, they are reacting to the message by attacking the writing. Don’t believe it! The writing is top notch and the social message is provocative in the best sense, it makes you think and consider. Could not recommend it more strongly for anyone who enjoys science fiction; must-read.
Good hard (science based) science fiction also has one ( and only one) deviation from accepted science to nucleate the story/-faster than light travel, machine sentience, etc. This story about dissidents fleeing an Earth turned into a collectivist hell-hole to Mars didn’t seem to have a departure from accepted science, unless you count the suspension of belief required to accept they could pull this off under a surveillance totalitarian state that make North Korea look like Club Med. It reminded me of the best of Heinlein, Niven. If it just a sci fi story it would be worth reading, but what made it stand out is the social commentary that goes with it—the author makes a cogent plea for individual responsibility and liberty, a position that will probably not go down well with a certain element of our society today. I suspect that attitude is the reason for the (very few) negative reviews, they are reacting to the message by attacking the writing. Don’t believe it! The writing is top notch and the social message is provocative in the best sense, it makes you think and consider. Could not recommend it more strongly for anyone who enjoys science fiction; must-read.
November 16, 2019
Read it in one go, the only question I have: will there be a sequel?
Great drama about individualism, in a realistic sci-fy dystopia, what more could one want?
Great drama about individualism, in a realistic sci-fy dystopia, what more could one want?
February 16, 2020
While the opening of this story may seem a bit clunky, bear with it! This is one of the few times that the comments and reviews hold true and this novel is one to consider if one desires a nonstop day of reading. According to Kirkus Reviews, this novel depicts realistic space travel that rivals Andy Weir's, "The Martian." Oh so true!
A young woman, Cristina, is part of a small group that seeks to escape an oppressive society where no one is free, unable to live as they wish, love as they wish, even think as they wish. Their escape comes about through an unsanctioned space launch towards Mars, but as with any good story, there are numerous problems to be solved, personalities to work with, and coming to terms with freedom of self.
What makes this such an outstanding work is the superb character development. As a reader, one comes away knowing this person. One feels what she feels emotionally. The reader experiences her frustrations and may find themselves problem solving with her as she bull-headedly pushes for mechanical-type fixes to ensure survival. More importantly, one is sitting next to her as she learns how to deal with people who still works on a herd mentality, wanting to be placated whether true or false. A reader will feel her frustrations, her doubts, and her triumphs.
For those who love the technical and scientific principals of space and surviving on a new planet (think The Martian) they will love this book. Yet those who are not fluidly adept will still find understanding as Cristina herself learns these principals.
Without giving spoilers, I can't help but hope there is a second book. While normally I hate series and often find the second book to be wanting, the author Glenn Damato just may be great enough to pull it off. This is one of the few adult books that I've given 5 stars to.
A young woman, Cristina, is part of a small group that seeks to escape an oppressive society where no one is free, unable to live as they wish, love as they wish, even think as they wish. Their escape comes about through an unsanctioned space launch towards Mars, but as with any good story, there are numerous problems to be solved, personalities to work with, and coming to terms with freedom of self.
What makes this such an outstanding work is the superb character development. As a reader, one comes away knowing this person. One feels what she feels emotionally. The reader experiences her frustrations and may find themselves problem solving with her as she bull-headedly pushes for mechanical-type fixes to ensure survival. More importantly, one is sitting next to her as she learns how to deal with people who still works on a herd mentality, wanting to be placated whether true or false. A reader will feel her frustrations, her doubts, and her triumphs.
For those who love the technical and scientific principals of space and surviving on a new planet (think The Martian) they will love this book. Yet those who are not fluidly adept will still find understanding as Cristina herself learns these principals.
Without giving spoilers, I can't help but hope there is a second book. While normally I hate series and often find the second book to be wanting, the author Glenn Damato just may be great enough to pull it off. This is one of the few adult books that I've given 5 stars to.
October 28, 2019
Kept me riveted to my screen. Damato expertly blends science fiction with an all too possible, and alarming, future. To what lengths will people go to preserve freedom?
March 25, 2020
One of the best books I’ve read in a long time!
Oh wow! Character based with an amazing plot. I sat down to read this book and did not stop until I finished. This story hit me on so many levels, beginning with how the lack of honesty and freedom of thought can lead to a total lack of rights. The spirit of Freedom; the sacrifices people are willing to make for a better future, and the resilience of the human spirit are examined in this story of a desperate voyage to New Beginnings. The characters in this book are so very well developed; their struggles individually and as a group show how the very best intentions can easily slip into disaster. The detail is amazing!
I cannot recommend this book enough....I wish I could give it 10 stars!!!
Oh wow! Character based with an amazing plot. I sat down to read this book and did not stop until I finished. This story hit me on so many levels, beginning with how the lack of honesty and freedom of thought can lead to a total lack of rights. The spirit of Freedom; the sacrifices people are willing to make for a better future, and the resilience of the human spirit are examined in this story of a desperate voyage to New Beginnings. The characters in this book are so very well developed; their struggles individually and as a group show how the very best intentions can easily slip into disaster. The detail is amazing!
I cannot recommend this book enough....I wish I could give it 10 stars!!!
March 5, 2020
The far shore is AWESOME!!
Wow! That was a great read. It started slowly , and I wasn't sure what I was reading. Is this a political commentary, a rant against Communism, or a sci-fi novel. It took me quite a while to figure where exactly the book was headed. In the end it is a hard sci-fi novel but it's also much, much more. The last few chapters had me tearing up a lot. Very inspirational stuff, it is very rare to read a new Author that is so good on his first novel . This is a truly FIVE STAR BOOK!!
Wow! That was a great read. It started slowly , and I wasn't sure what I was reading. Is this a political commentary, a rant against Communism, or a sci-fi novel. It took me quite a while to figure where exactly the book was headed. In the end it is a hard sci-fi novel but it's also much, much more. The last few chapters had me tearing up a lot. Very inspirational stuff, it is very rare to read a new Author that is so good on his first novel . This is a truly FIVE STAR BOOK!!
July 10, 2020
This book is about the Character of Freedom
I started to read this expecting a post-apocalypse adventure, never expecting this to be more about the Character of People: individuals in relationships, needing to coalesce into a Group with a common purpose above themselves. It’s shows us how much we need selfless inspired leadership to unite the whole Group, and depend on their Diversisty, Passion, Skills and Commitment to discover and achieve a Purpose worthy of mankind.
Hats off to Glenn Damato and all who helped him achieve this splendid work.
I started to read this expecting a post-apocalypse adventure, never expecting this to be more about the Character of People: individuals in relationships, needing to coalesce into a Group with a common purpose above themselves. It’s shows us how much we need selfless inspired leadership to unite the whole Group, and depend on their Diversisty, Passion, Skills and Commitment to discover and achieve a Purpose worthy of mankind.
Hats off to Glenn Damato and all who helped him achieve this splendid work.
March 7, 2022
A well-written first novel by Glenn Domato. Crisis after crisis keep the pages turning while the science is always working to solve one more problem. The protagonist is a square peg in the round hole of this dystopian future that begins somewhere in the former Mexico - California area. I assume that is why the author insists on incorporating a lot of Spanish in the early dialog.
While helping to set the stage for the background of our obviously Hispanic protagonist, I felt the overuse of Spanish words and phrases to be a bit distracting for me. I understood some of it thanks to my old Navy buddy, Louie, who taught me some of the more colorful expressions but, I had to stop and look up a lot of it, which I thought detracted from the story more than it helped and, contributed to a rather slow start for me.
I thought the conditions in which our characters existed were very well described. As the reader, I felt that I was included in the character's experience. I could easily put myself in the protagonist's place but would have liked a little more backstory on some of the other prominent characters.
Aside from those two very minor criticisms, I thought the book was very good. Good science, well-written story, relatable character that held my interest. I love this type of story and Domato did a very good job telling it.
While helping to set the stage for the background of our obviously Hispanic protagonist, I felt the overuse of Spanish words and phrases to be a bit distracting for me. I understood some of it thanks to my old Navy buddy, Louie, who taught me some of the more colorful expressions but, I had to stop and look up a lot of it, which I thought detracted from the story more than it helped and, contributed to a rather slow start for me.
I thought the conditions in which our characters existed were very well described. As the reader, I felt that I was included in the character's experience. I could easily put myself in the protagonist's place but would have liked a little more backstory on some of the other prominent characters.
Aside from those two very minor criticisms, I thought the book was very good. Good science, well-written story, relatable character that held my interest. I love this type of story and Domato did a very good job telling it.
March 16, 2021
It started well, but eventually it all gets boring, with one technical problem after another to overcome, but not much of a plot and no interesting ideas. Some reviewers have described it as plausible, but what is plausible about an organisation the size of NASA secretly planning to build six rockets and send them to Mars loaded with dissidents in a world like North Korea or 1984?
May 12, 2021
Pleasant Surprise
Was initially difficult to follow. Staccato verbiage. All over the place. Was left wondering why Christina was chosen for the expedition. While the story never fully reveals how she came by her intelligence there was never any doubt about her heart. All came together in vivid images.and prose. Enjoyed it thoroughly. I'm sure there's more to this story
Was initially difficult to follow. Staccato verbiage. All over the place. Was left wondering why Christina was chosen for the expedition. While the story never fully reveals how she came by her intelligence there was never any doubt about her heart. All came together in vivid images.and prose. Enjoyed it thoroughly. I'm sure there's more to this story
January 26, 2020
After the Martian by Andy Weir, you must, simply must read this book about starting a colony on Mars. What is scary is that the ultra-restricted society these young people come from seems to conform to our own Earth society more and more.
March 13, 2020
A very satisfying read.
All too often the books we read are just very slight variations of stories we have already read. The names have changed, the the story is the same. This book felt fresh to me. A fun read that I was sad to see end.
All too often the books we read are just very slight variations of stories we have already read. The names have changed, the the story is the same. This book felt fresh to me. A fun read that I was sad to see end.
June 24, 2020
Very enjoyable!
I enjoyed this book very much, especially how factual and detail oriented the science was. My only suggestion, for us non-Spanish speaking readers, is that a glossary would have been helpful. I needed a Spanish to English translation app on numerous occasions.
I enjoyed this book very much, especially how factual and detail oriented the science was. My only suggestion, for us non-Spanish speaking readers, is that a glossary would have been helpful. I needed a Spanish to English translation app on numerous occasions.
July 2, 2020
Loved it!
This book was great, from the first page to the last. It was a good story, well written and well edited. I really liked the well developed characters, especially Cristina. I will certain be looking for other works from this author.
This book was great, from the first page to the last. It was a good story, well written and well edited. I really liked the well developed characters, especially Cristina. I will certain be looking for other works from this author.
July 16, 2020
Excellent
But too intense! I question all the science but I have to accept that it's all accurate because I sure don't have enough of a technical back ground to comment further. So if you like an intense read... Go for it!
But too intense! I question all the science but I have to accept that it's all accurate because I sure don't have enough of a technical back ground to comment further. So if you like an intense read... Go for it!
July 20, 2020
A Great Debut
A great hard science fiction book. Captures political elements and the dangerous of conformity as well as the difficulties of being true to oneself when holding an unpopular opinion.
A great hard science fiction book. Captures political elements and the dangerous of conformity as well as the difficulties of being true to oneself when holding an unpopular opinion.
November 1, 2020
Good read I wish there was more
Good ,entertaining read,technically correct, I hope There is book 2 coming , , , ,one two three four five these numbers are because the review required give more words LOL
Good ,entertaining read,technically correct, I hope There is book 2 coming , , , ,one two three four five these numbers are because the review required give more words LOL
March 19, 2021
Outstanding!
The story builds with fantastic characters, surprises, tension, & impressive science. Much, much better than I expected. Highly recommended and among the best science fiction.
The story builds with fantastic characters, surprises, tension, & impressive science. Much, much better than I expected. Highly recommended and among the best science fiction.
June 1, 2021
Great book!
Could not put it down! Wish they had listened to Christina from the beginning, but then it wouldn't have been so dramatic & suspenseful. Author has lots of technical knowledge. Maybe a sequel?
Could not put it down! Wish they had listened to Christina from the beginning, but then it wouldn't have been so dramatic & suspenseful. Author has lots of technical knowledge. Maybe a sequel?
October 27, 2021
This book will Inspire
This book is one of my top five books I’ve read this year (approx. 50 books). It’s an edge of your seat ride that will keep you reading well into the night. My only disappointment is that it had to end. Well done!
This book is one of my top five books I’ve read this year (approx. 50 books). It’s an edge of your seat ride that will keep you reading well into the night. My only disappointment is that it had to end. Well done!
January 20, 2020
Wow!
That’s the best book I’ve read in quite a while. Great story, technically spot on, and kept me turning pages until the end. Nicely done!
That’s the best book I’ve read in quite a while. Great story, technically spot on, and kept me turning pages until the end. Nicely done!
February 9, 2020
Compelling
A grim future twists humanity, but the sacrifices of a dedicated group open a door of opportunity, if their children have the courage and wisdom.
A grim future twists humanity, but the sacrifices of a dedicated group open a door of opportunity, if their children have the courage and wisdom.
April 4, 2020
An excellent hard science fiction story with a strong female protagonist. I hope it’s the first in a series.
June 15, 2020
Excellent read!
This guy needs to write more books!! Great and unique storyline, very well written with wonderfully believable hard science! My favorite book so far this year!
This guy needs to write more books!! Great and unique storyline, very well written with wonderfully believable hard science! My favorite book so far this year!
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