Jennsen's one of the very best new authors to come along in Science Fiction in ...
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Perfectly told story with full and rich character development placed placed into a future that's fact-based and plausible.  Jennsen's one of the very best new authors to come along in Science Fiction in decades. You will not be disappointed.  These books are hard to put down.  Top performance writing.
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This is the first book in the Panacea Series. It is quite a short read and is over before you know it and leaves you wanting more, but it provides a great introduction to the characters and plot of the story.

This is a high tech science fiction based book about advanced nanotechnology.  The characters are fully drawn out and you will quickly find yourself immersed into the tale that Brian has written.  This is a science based medical thriller with espionage and action packed from beginning to end.

The ending seemed a bit rushed as I guess all series do and I hated to see it end. I cannot wait for the next installment. Thank you Brian, bring it on.
This was provided to me for free from the Author on The Library Thing member giveaway for an independent and fair review.
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Karen Tully is one of today's new writers of Sci-Fi for young adults. Her fresh talent and allure of her main character, Sunny or her Nacawi name,Veridian, the space traveling heroine make for this gripping page turning thriller.  I can't wait to read the next of this series.
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I like this new series by Kevin J. Anderson.  I enjoyed the first book of the series.  The second book of the series is even better and moves at a better pace than the first one did.  I enjoy his characterizations and descriptions.  He writes just the right amount to give a clear picture without becoming tedious.
Personally, I want to see more from Jess Tamblyn's POV but I'm not the author so I'll just have to like what I get.  :)
Very original plot and creation of tension between races!  Recommended to anyone who is looking for good scifi/fantasy.
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It is always great in a time when science-fiction is sometimes denigrated or ignored, to see a rising new talent
distinguish himself in the genre.

"Rise of Aean"  demonstrates clearly Mr. Shishkin's force of talent in the field. I look forward to his next works.

Gerald Bryan Smith

 Author of FERAL PLANET
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I'm amazed there are people who haven't read this series...if you're a fan of science fiction this series is a must read as is its companion series 'Family Law' which eventually merges into the April series nicely.
This series explores in part, a small part, of just how ugly politics are especially in the US...and why some of us would wish to flee earth politics in the future. Mostly its just science fiction fun and is superbly written with characters you're going to Love...it also has lots of action and even skullduggery to keep us entertained...It's filled with independent thinkers and some very smart characters that revolve around a young lady who is both a kick butt action oriented and intelligent, wise beyond her years.
Great tech, fascinating and realistic use in space, and more grounded than the more imaginative type of science fiction we see sometimes. Discovery of new technology, getting stupid rich, fighting off assassins and earth government take-overs, genetic improvements, it's all in this series and it's exciting and fresh. It's also an addiction...so be warned...there are currently nine in this series and four in its sibling series...
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This was a really engaging read. I'm very pleased to get to see what's happening with the space opera genre these days. Between books like THE STARS ARE LEGION and, for example, Ann Leckie's IMPERIAL RADCH trilogy, it's just an exciting time for the genre, with lots of new takes and new spins on existing tropes. This one takes two elements we're familiar with--memory loss (some interesting parallels here with PLANESCAPE: TORMENT, I thought) and generation ships that have existed so long that the passengers have forgotten they're passengers (e.g. Heinlein's ORPHANS IN THE SKY or Wolfe's BOOK OF THE LONG SUN)--and combines it with the idea of living spaceships, giving us a story that feels very fresh. Great characters, engaging storyline, and, as is so typical of Hurley, amazing worldbuilding. Highly recommended.
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This is one of the best science fiction stories I have read in a while. Ganske's writing is distinct and his ability to tell a phenomenal story is fantastic! I was drawn into the main character from the first line, and I found myself pleasantly absorbed in the imagery, the character dynamics, the action and the drama found through out the pages. You won't want to put this book down once you open it!

Congrats to this new author for an outstanding and fresh debut novel. I'm looking forward to reading more by Ganske!
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Right from the start I was immersed in the world of Alex and Caleb, shown their perilous situation and eager to know what was going on.  Having come to love these two in Aurora Rising following them on their adventure in Sidespace was a given and there was no doubt I would be buying this book.
Am I disappointed?  Not on your life.  G. S. Jennsen has a way with words.  Her characters are deep and believable.  Every one of them has a story to tell and it drags you in, makes you want to know more.  The worlds she puts them in are real, her depth of detail brings them to life and leaves no doubt that they exist.
There is everything a good book should have, drama, excitement, danger, humour and a touch of romance.  Its space opera at its finest and it paints the possible next evolution of humanity in such a way you cant help but believe it will happen.
There was a good mix of internal and external conflict both with characters, situations and entire worlds.  While Alex and Caleb are discovering new worlds and new problems, back in the Milky Way humanity was doing what it does best  trying to outdo one another with very little thought of the consequences.
Even after a war that brought them to the brink of extinction petty arguments and differences of opinions threaten to bring humanity down.  That and the fear of something that makes them feel threatened  the melding of man and machine.
Will they be able to live together, will the peace last, can humanity accept those that were once human but aren't completely so any longer?  What kind of future will the Provos have?  Was war enough to bring them to their senses or will secrets, lies and mistrust make it impossible.  Will the Metigens allow Alex and Caleb to keep searching or will they decide to be done with the whole human race?  Will Mesme be their guardian angel or the devil in their undoing?
So many questions.  The intrigue, suspense and need to know the answers makes this a book thats impossible to put down.  Can it be read as a stand alone book, I believe so, there is enough information to get the gist of the overall story that will carry on through this new trilogy.  But do yourself a favour, go and buy the complete collection of Aurora Rising, which includes two shorter stories.  You won't regret it.
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Lindsay Buroker has crafted an excellent story. The characters are memorable. I will be reading the entire series. Star Nomad is science fiction with a grillmaster. The Science Fiction & Fantasy Marketing Podcast was my introduction to author Lindsay Buroker. An episode of the podcast I was listening to mentioned she also wrote Science Fiction as well as Fantasy. I headed to Amazon to explore her science fiction books.

I did a quick reading of the first four paragraphs of chapter one of Star Nomad: Fallen Empire, Book 1 in the Emperors Edge series. I then purchased the book using the beautiful buy with 1-click Amazon command button.

I am now a fanboy of Lindsay Burokers science fiction writing.

The author has a great story. The memorable characters greeted me immediately. There is the Star Nomads captain, Alisa Marchenko. She has her engineering friend Mica who is also a heck of a mechanic. They find Alisas mothers old ship to get off the desert planet they were stranded on after the war ended.

We learn that Alisa and Mica fought on the side of the Alliance. They soon meet an Imperial cyborg living in and guarding the Star Nomad. They negotiate with him to reach their common goal of getting off the planet and back to Alisas home world of  Perun and civilization.

We learn the consequences of what happens when an evil empire is overthrown without having a strong new government plan in order.

Additional players in the book are the previous Emperor, the Starseers, the Alliance, and the Mafia. The book cover the characters quest to Perun. It lays down a solid foundation for the remaining journey and possible future conflict between characters.

I have read book 2 and will review it soon. I am currently reading book 3 in the series. It looks like there are 8-books to date in the series.

Star Nomad is fun reading. It will make even give you the desire to do some grilling of bear meat. So yes, there are female science-fiction authors. Lindsay Buroker is of the top ten female science fiction writers of modern times according to Worlds Edge Tavern.
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Apparently Scalzi's first book. Picking this up was like somehow reading a somewhat more interesting version of Starship Troopers updated for today's science, and I mean that in the best possible way. While this is heavily influences by Heinlein's work (something the author himself recognizes in the afterword), it's also very fresh, very original, and an extremely engaging read. I bought the book, started it, and before I knew it I had power-read the whole thing and it was 3am. I immediately bought the next few novels in the series, and I'm hoping they are anywhere near as good.

Specifics: Some very original thoughts on how technology - especially nanotechnology and bioengineering will be used in weapons of war. Great world building in exploring what a society of the future with access to space travel and contact with hostile alien life forms would be like. The character development takes a definite second seat to the story and world, and the protagonist seems a bit all-powerful and unfailing - much in the same way Heinlein's characters often do. But that's a small quibble. This is old-fashioned space adventure, well written and very engaging.
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This is the first instalment in a series which, for me, redefined Science Fiction past and present. The author manages to blend creative & exciting physics & technological concepts and engaging character development into a muli-part masterpiece which is truly spectacular. I've read nearly all of his work and have yet to be even slightly disappointed.
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This story features an absolutely fascinating main character: an artificial intelligence, formerly in control of a massive starship and a legion of "ancillary" human bodies that serve as troops for the galactic empire of the Radch. In the present, Justice of Torren One Esk has been reduced to a single human body (going by the name Breq), plotting revenge against the powerful forces that orchestrated her downfall. The story of that downfall is also recounted in flashback chapters that alternate with the present-time action for most of the novel.

Breq has layers of complexity, both as an individual, and in the flashback scenes when she is fully connected to her ship and her multiple bodies. The concept of a narrator who can be in more than one place at the same time is used to excellent effect.

And the supporting cast is also great. Breq's companion, Seivarden has quite a complex backstory herself, and their relationship is full of conflict and intensity. All of the characters were well developed and all of them got some great scenes. I was also impressed with the villain, which was an interesting twist on the "evil emperor" concept, and in some ways the perfect mirror to Breq's unique perspective.

The worldbuilding was great, recalling classic SF like Dune while bringing in plenty of creative ideas, both with culture and technology.

This was a brilliant debut novel for Ann Leckie, that recalled sweeping science fiction epics of the past while always feeling original and wondrous.
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This work is "new" old school sci-fi at its best.  Just enough detail, character building, plot building, background, etc.

Some reviewers have mentioned Asimov and Bradbury and I believe these comparisons to be dead on.

Definitely an author to watch!
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Before I get into how much I like this book, I have to thank author Kelsey Ketch for the recommendation. I sincerely appreciate the heads up, and she was right: this book is great!
Like all good Science Fiction, Burn Out is innovative, entertaining, fast paced, and unpredictable. The action scenes are vividly written, the advanced technology is realistic, and the plot is captivating.  Kudos to Ms. Helvig on a job very well done.  Her first novel deserves all the praise it has received since its release last month.
I really like Toras character  she is resilient and brave and smart and honest.  Shes also grieving and vulnerable and confused and flawed.  Shes taking life one day at a time when Markus and Co. descend upon her home.  Her dismal future takes a dangerous turn as she is forced to join their quest for revenge.  After years of solitude, she has to interact with the other survivors  but is it really an united front or just every many for himself?  Some characters you love to hate and some you hope are better than they appear on paper.  As a reader, it was gripping to never really know who Tora could trust.  The surprises are exciting and frustrating; stolen moments expose just as much as betrayals.
The world building is, in my opinion, stellar.  In real life, out sun is scheduled to become a red giant sun about a billion years from now.  In Burn Out, the author depicts Earth after this event occurs way, way ahead of schedule (in 300 years).  All plant and animal life dies from extreme temperatures and dehydration.  Heat-resistant technology and global water conservation prolonged human life, but when we meet Tora, we see it is not much of an existence.  The futuristic methods of avoiding sun exposure and forcing water molecules from the atmosphere are very interesting, and the biometric security systems are a realistic solution to protecting property in this advanced, yet desolate, world.  There is a watch-type gadget called an Infinity that links the wearer to the GlobalNet, suits made out of fabric that can mend itself and the coolest dog leash ever. Any fans of Sci-Fi will appreciate the imaginative, yet plausible inventions in Burn Out.  And any fans of YA fiction will appreciate the original plot and engaging storytelling.
I was seriously impressed a debut novel could be so full of creative concepts, gripping action and jaw dropping surprises.  As I read the story, I was half hoping it was a series and half hoping it was a stand along story so I could know how it ended!  Since I would have been happy either way, I was excited to get to the end of the book and realize a sequel must be in the works.
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In this first scifi novel, new author Mauri Niininen presents an exciting story of the first contact with extraterrestials.  The Arecibo radio telescope receives a repetitious signal which 2 scientists confirm.  An inadvertent email address auto-complete sends the details to a free-lance journalist who spills the beans.  The story is a virtual page-turner to see how hackers, the Russians, and the US government react to decode the message first.  It is very exciting as the author expertly weaves in known science, historical data, and realistic scenarios in what may happen.  Should any world government reply with another message to Gliese 3742 to acknowledge our receipt or should we remain silent ?

As the first of the trilogy, it makes an exciting tale to see if and how knowing we are not alone brings us the desired peace or unexpected conflict.  I strongly recommend this book by M. Niininen.
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Another great book in this wonderful series.  I've always liked science fiction/fantasy and it's wonderful to see all these new writers coming up with far better plots and fascinating characters than most of the older (40 years or more) authors I used to read.  Broken Worlds is the best book I've read in this genre in forever and I can't wait for the next book in the series!