Great science Fiction, great action
936395
The world created by the author is extraordinary, yet believable. I strongly recommend that you read the first book (Dushau) first, as this world is so intricate that I fear you might get confused without all the background information. Again, the descriptions, the world building, the action, the ideas are first class science fiction. I particularly enjoyed the concept of the artificial intelligence entity. As for the hero and the heroine, my only regret is that they do not seem to get on the right path to romance. But I'll keep hoping for it while reading book three (Outreach). In any case, I'm hooked.
3811094
Science fiction is not my favourite genre, but the fast paced action right from the start had me hooked.  The excellent description of the gruesome murders and the intriguing introduction to the Dispatchers dragged me further in.  For a first book, the scenes are well described and the action is unpredictable and well constructed.  I think the mysteries woven into the book persuaded me that this was not just another run-of-the mill SF novel and sets it apart from many of the offerings currently available.
Our hero, Marcus Townsend, battles with evil supernatural forces at the tender age of 17, and after tragic personal loss.  All the characters are believable and as in all true adventures, you feel you want to cheer the good guys and boo the bad guys.
The twists and turns of the plot keep you wanting to read more, and the surprising ending leaves a yearning for more tales of the heroic Dispatchers.  I look forward to reading Andrew Lambs next novel in the series.
4245679
It is rare to find a book that combines science fiction and a good police thriller.  Most of the time, science fiction is either about strange aliens or it involves a great deal of warfare.  I was hoping that S.J. Hunter's Longevity would be what I was looking for in this genre.  Hunter did not disappoint.

In this near-future earth, humans have learned how to "beat the system" when it comes to age.  You could, theoretically, live forever.  However, the State has determined that you may not live longer than 200 years.  If this had been the total package of Hunter's idea, it would have made for a great story.  However, she goes much deeper than that.  First of all, having children cuts down on the years you are allowed to have.  And the process is expensive, so there is a class distinction here that creates an imbalance.  Again, if Hunter had decided to stick with a have-nots against the haves, it would have made for a good story.  Again, she takes it deeper than that.

In this action-packed novel, we follow the officers from LLE, a special division that keeps a lid on the activities of scientists who are always pushing against the laws that restrain scientific enhancements in people.  Through the eyes of a rookie officer, newly transferred from working homicides, we get a beginner's view of Hunter's world.  It is a well design world, with some fun, unique "tech" that lifts it out of hum-drum sci-fi and puts it on a very entertaining level.

I'd rather not give much more than that away.  There is plenty of action, great interaction between well-developed characters, and some interesting themes that arise from the question of longevity.  Presently, there are three books in the series, and I have already downloaded the second book.  I look forward to reading all of the books.
2792516
This is a fast paced space ride with interesting characters, just the right amount of on-the-edge-of-your-seat action, and a great storyline. None of it is predictable; plenty of surprises in store. Can't wait to read Dark Space II.
3810964
I discovered The Biofab War via Twitter and am absolutely thrilled with this story. It starts off with fantastic space-opera action, switches in the next chapter to 20th (21st?) century Terra, and then brings the two together with blasters, alien bugs, clones, psionics, AIs, alternate/parallel existences, and some delicious plot twists. I thoroughly enjoyed this.
3329773
What a fantastic science fiction novel! This book kept me very engaged. I really like this story of a young man fighting alien invaders. He grows into a strong hero and his friends are well-developed support characters. Although, I may be a little more biased as I'm a big fan of space exploration. This was definitely up my alley, and I'm glad that this book was well written.

This could develop into an excellent series.
971898
I love reading Science Fiction and I can't get enough of good science fiction books.  I would rather read a book than watch TV or play a computer game.

This book by Evan Currie is very good.  It is full of action and adventure and the scenarios of the battles taking place on a planet and in space are expertly done.  It is interesting as the main characters use strategic decisions and tactical ones to position themselves to win in some serious combat scenarios.

This book for me is a good balance between someone crafting an imaginative look into the future and the science that has been developed to allow them to travel and how humans may find their first adventures into interstellar space.  Mankind is making friends with an advanced alien civilization while becoming involved in an interstellar war that could affect the future for all intelligent life in the galaxy.

After reading three of Evan Currie's books and enjoying them I am now hooked and waiting for the fourth release in this saga.  If you are going to start reading this series you should read them in order as they will make more sense to you.  Here is the order of the books:

1. Into The Black
2. The Heart of the Matter
3. Homeworld
4. Out of the Black (Due to be released July 8, 2014)

I rated this book as a 5 star story and I liked it!
4049456
I just finished "Sekret Machines Book 1: Chasing Shadows by Tom Delonge and A.J. Hartley.
I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed the book. A fun action-packed science fiction book just on its own merits. Well-written, fast-paced and characters you can care about. Then throw in all the backstory, history and many of the UFO current conspiracy theories and you have a great novel that delves into all the best UFO mythology. Many of the characters are thinly veiled versions of real people. See how many you can identify. I'm looking forward to the next installment
3919297
This book was provided by the author for an honest review. That being said, I really enjoyed this story.  It's one wild ride with a lot more depth than appears from the opening pages. I love action and it's hard to write well. The author achieves more effective, plot driven action than I've seen in many high budget action movies which basically end up being 'blowing stuff up.' This books excels in the blowing stuff up but with meaning. The violence is over the top and may be off putting for some, but the technology supports it. (Even with the technology, I wouldn't go this route but then again I'm a desk jockey.) What makes this book a 5 star one for me are the ideas revealed by the end. This is great science fiction clothed in a detective noir.
1282894
Excellent military sci-fi action coupled with a believable plot-line makes for an exciting space saga. The author does an admiral job developing and humanizing the characters, as well.  Note that there is a lot of hard science so be prepared for lengthy, technical explanations. I love this so its only a plus for me.
2399180
This is a great book overall.  He does a great job of sucking you into the story and keeping you there.  It is near future fiction so there are not mind blowing technical advances, but the action is fast pace.
It's interesting thinking about how private enterprise could sped p the space race.
4758174
I honestly couldn't put this book down. Marko expertly pulls together all of the threads of his previous novels into a non-stop action filled adventure that doesn't disappoint. Overall the scenes on the Indy are the best, with a level of tension reminiscent of The Hunt for Red October. He's really come into his own with Lines of Departure and this book, Angles of Attack, and presents the plot in a cinematic style that works wonderfully for the gigantic space opera he unfolds.
I really enjoyed the character development that his hero Andrew Grayson undergoes as he's matured from a fresh recruit into a grizzled veteran that understands and accepts the consequences of the life he chooses. The rich tapestry of supporting characters is fantastic as well and help to showcase various aspects of the war.
There are a few minor issues with the novel however... especially concerning a certain method for attacking Lanky ships that was developed in the second book. I often thought, why aren't they using this method to wipe the Lankies out at every opportunity? Marko does hedge against this by saying that the Lankies are hard to track but it seemed like that was tacked on to help him tell the story he wanted to tell, instead of one that would have naturally developed from the conclusion of the second book.
I would highly recommend this book to anyone who loves science fiction. Marko is a great writer, with a fun style, and I look forward to his future work!
3703432
The characters are enjoyable the action is first rate and it leaves you wanting to read more and more. I have read the first five books in less than two weeks. It is been a long time since I have enjoyed reading science fiction like this.
1173539
Good Sci-fy, coupled with really good characters, and a very interesting story line made this a pretty darn good book. The characters however are what make this book work; interesting, unpredictable, and pretty easy on the stereotypes, although there is some of that. Good solid action from start to finish is also hard to beat. Looking forward to the next book in this series.
3985118
I am 66 years old and have been reading science fiction since I was 12, so it is difficult to find fresh sci fiction space opera that can grab and hold my attention. This book starts out with attention getting action, and develops the characters as they progress through that action. It does not waste your time setting the background and personalities at the beginning. This information is interestingly woven throughout the story. The main character is a slightly flawed hero, but that also is developed with the plot and gives credit to his actions. The plot has several well designed twists that draw the reader into the next chapters. I would not call this a juvenile story, but it did remind me of my early delights with Heinlein and Clark and I found it enjoyable to read of the technology we dreamed about as kids, going to war in space. I can see several spinoffs as the story line could work it's way back into renewed war with the Synthians, and ultimate human victory. I am looking forward to the next book and hopefully, a few more after that.
3701819
Great book with a lot of action. The plot and charactors were well developed and easy to follow. This is a great read for the space sci-fi fan both YA and adult.

I highly recommend this book as a great read.
3108634
I have to say this is a great read. Plenty of action, a cynical anti-hero with a shady past but who when humanity needs him, discovers his heart of gold.
Pleasant escapism, read it if you like contemporary science fiction with more shoot them up than alternate futures, though there is a bit of that.