A points-leading racecar driver is framed for murder. On the run and 'kidnapped' by a crew of treasure hunters, the chase around the galaxy begins. A bounty, a former TV personality, and a captain who's trying to play all sides... A Big Ship is a book that shoots the reader out of the starting gate... Continue Reading →
All Systems Red: The Murderbot Diaries by Martha Wells (Mini Review)
A soap-opera-watching security robot who has hacked its governor module is tasked with protecting a survey team on a distant planet. All it wants to do is watch its shows. But when the group is threatened by sabotage, will Murderbot tip its hand and show that it may be a little more sentient than it... Continue Reading →
Survivor’s Quest and Thrawn: Alliances by Timothy Zahn (Mini Review)
I will be reviewing two of Zahn's books in this post. One that is now designated "Legends" and one that is in the current "Canon." I read them about two weeks apart, and it was a little confusing at times. I will explain. Survivor's Quest. 'Legends' Luke Skywalker and Mara Jade travel to Wild Space... Continue Reading →
The Power by Naomi Alderman (Mini Review)
It starts slowly. Young woman gain the ability to harness electricity from within. The news quickly spreads in playgrounds, over the internet, and in the halls of power. All over the world, countries and peoples try to grapple with the newfound shift of influence. Many try to find a cure or an answer to why... Continue Reading →
The Caledonia Gambit by Dan Moren (Mini Review)
An interstellar prisoner is manipulated into returning to his home planet as a spy. Caledonia has long been a conquered planet, but there is a resistance brewing and Eli is being used to infiltrate it. Caught between his brother, a key member of the resistance, and his handlers, Eli must decide what is the best... Continue Reading →