The Plague Forge by Jason M. Hough Best last line, ever. I had to get that out first; it’s an important observation because the last line of this book perfectly illustrates the cyclical nature of the trilogy. The line serves as an explanation (even without the benefit of the epilogue), a conclusion and a beginning.ContinueContinue reading “Review: The Plague Forge”
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Review: Seven Forges
Seven Forges by James A. Moore Overshadowed by the peaks of seven mountains called the Seven Forges, the Blasted Lands extend from the edge of the known Empire into the unknown; to the mountains, themselves, and beyond. No one knows what’s on the other side because, in living memory, no one has returned from theContinueContinue reading “Review: Seven Forges”
Review: Leviathan Wakes
Leviathan Wakes by James S.A. Corey Leviathan Wakes can be described as space opera, but it’s not typical of the genre. The scope is smaller and the story does not span generations. The reader does not require a glossary of terms or an extensive chart of characters and their relationships. A timeline is not necessary.ContinueContinue reading “Review: Leviathan Wakes”
Review: The Stars My Destination
I’m reading more than I am writing at the moment, and a lot of the reviews I’d like to write are stalled by what I’m reading. It’s a happy problem. So, here’s one from the archives. The Stars My Destination only just fell of the end of my top ten novels. Re-reading this review, I’m wonderingContinueContinue reading “Review: The Stars My Destination”
Review: The Exodus Towers
The Exodus Towers by Jason M. Hough The Darwin Elevator by James M. Hough ended with the discovery of a second space elevator and a new, movable aura to protect Earth’s survivors from a deadly plague. The Exodus Towers, book two of the Dire Earth Cycle, begins shortly afterward. There is no rest for theContinueContinue reading “Review: The Exodus Towers”
Kelly Jensen 