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Review: Aurora – CV-01 (The Frontiers Saga) by Ryk Brown (3.5 stars)
Set against the backdrop of a devastating nuclear war that has pushed mankind to the brink of extinction, Aurora – CV-01 is the story of a crew who have to find their feet while a dangerous alien threat emerges. As the novel develops, it becomes clear that this threat looks set to destroy life on … Continue reading
Review: Lacuna – Demons of the Void by David Adams (4 stars)
What if humanity developed the kind of technology that drew unwanted attention from alien races? That’s the starting point for this fascinating science-fiction series in which Chinese Naval Captain Melissa Liao is given command of a warship designed to enter into battle with the aliens who have come to Earth to issue a deadly warning. … Continue reading
Review: The Wool Omnibus by Hugh Howey (5 stars)
Collecting together the first five volumes in the Wool series, The Wool Omnibus is a perfect way for new readers to dive into one of the biggest indie hits of the past year. Hugh Howey’s story of future man’s life in an underground silo is populated by fascinating characters who help the reader explore the … Continue reading
Review: Reboot by Carl Rauscher (4.5 stars)
The ‘collapse of civilization’ genre looks to be in great health in 2012, and Carl Rauscher’s Reboot is certainly one of the best examples I’ve read recently. Not only does it take an original approach to the idea of human society being hit by calamity, it also features some strong and compelling characters. Oscar Ridell … Continue reading
Review: C791 (Cyborgs: More Than Machines) by Eve Langlais (3 stars)
The first in a series of sci-fi romances, C791 (Cyborgs: More Than Machines) is the story of a cyborg struggling to reconcile his robot and human sides. As Joe (aka X109GI) seeks to discover the truth about his past, he comes into contact with Chloe, who tries to teach him to reconnect with his ability … Continue reading
