Panels: Batman / Superman #1
Posted on November 29, 2013 Leave a Comment
Book Review: 14 by Peter Clines
Posted on November 28, 2013 4 Comments
14 by Peter Clines
Genre: Paranormal/Horror
Series: Stand Alone
Publisher: Permuted Press
Date of Publication: June 5, 2012
Author Information: Website
I’d like to start this review off with some background information. So for the past year, I’ve been playing a massively multiplayer online role-playing survival horror game called The Secret World. The developers’ description of it as a “dark fantasy” MMO is quite apt, due to its paranormal setting and the creepy mysteries-of-the-unexplained nature of the story and quests, heavily inspired by the works of H.P. Lovecraft. So that’s why when a fellow gamer asked me for a book recommendation that has the same kind of vibe, my mind immediately went to Peter Clines’ 14.
At the time, I hadn’t read the book myself but I’d heard good things and knew from its description and others’ reviews that it could be thematically and atmospherically similar to what my friend was looking for. A group of tenants living in a strange apartment building where bizarre things like strange light fixtures, wonky room temperatures, and mutant green cockroaches with extra legs are an everyday occurrence? The book definitely has that creepy-paranormal feel going for me.
Anyway, little did I know, in so many ways this book turned out even more like The Secret World than I could have possibly imagined. Those familiar with the game will know that there are certain types of quests called “Investigation Missions” that require the player to find facts and solve puzzles. That’s pretty much how I saw this book. The main character Nate and his fellow neighbors gather to examine all the oddities they’ve found in their own apartments, and together they try to solve the mystery of the old Los Angeles brownstone they call home.
Overall this was a fantastic read, quite different in tone and subject compared to the author’s other books that I’ve read and very much enjoyed, mainly the Ex-Heroes series. But the things I loved, such as Clines’ light style and funny dialogue, are still all there. I’ve noticed he is excellent when it comes to writing about large ensemble casts. In the case of Ex-Heroes, it was his engaging and unique band of superheroes; in 14, it’s the diverse group of tenants living in the strange Kavach Building. Clines gives them all distinct personalities even if at times they are a little cliched, and the conversations that result are always natural, witty and entertaining.
In terms of the story, I think some might find it slow to take off, particularly at the beginning and especially if you’re expecting something more along the lines of pure horror. There are certainly horror elements in this book, but for the most part there’s nothing too frightening. Is 14 scary? No, not really; there’s nothing that would give me trouble sleeping anyway. But creepy and a bit unsettling? Definitely. This eeriness strengthens throughout the course of the novel with each new discovery of weirdness in Nate’s building, every one of them adding to the atmosphere.
Beyond that, it’s going to be hard to talk about the plot without giving too much away. I can’t say I was a big fan of the ending, but after all that build-up everything does come to a head in a big, meaningful, almost overwhelming way. That, I can guarantee.
In general, 14 is a tough book to categorize, but think a mix of science fiction and fantasy with a dash of horror, with emphasis on mystery, paranormal, and topics relating to unexplained phenomena. It’s a lot like the show Lost in this regard, but with a heavier dose of humor. A fun read all around, which held my attention from the first page to the last.
Book Review: Darkwalker by E.L. Tettensor
Posted on November 27, 2013 4 Comments
Genre: Paranormal Fantasy
Series: Book 1 of Nicolas Lenoir
Publisher: Roc
Date of Publication: December 3, 2013
Author Information: Website | Twitter
Mogsy’s Rating: 5 of 5 stars – “A new paranormal mystery series featuring an intriguing main character and rich, thorough world building; once the story takes off, it does not stop”
Of course, there is still the big question of Nicolas Lenoir’s past, which did not go fully addressed. So I was so glad to see this would be a series, even though this book can certainly be read as a stand alone with no cliffhangers or glaring loose ends to worry about. I would love to see further exploration into his character and this world, or heck, even stories about Lenoir that take place in an earlier time. Regardless of what comes next, I’m really looking forward to book two!
Waiting on Wednesday 11/27/13
Posted on November 27, 2013 Leave a Comment
“Waiting On Wednesday” is a weekly meme hosted by Breaking the Spine that lets us feature upcoming releases that we can’t wait to get our hands on!
Here at last, in her own words, is the true story of a pioneering spirit who risked her reputation, her prospects, and her fragile flesh and bone to satisfy her scientific curiosity; of how she sought true love and happiness despite her lamentable eccentricities; and of her thrilling expedition to the perilous mountains of Vystrana, where she made the first of many historic discoveries that would change the world forever.
Marie Brennan introduces an enchanting new world in A Natural History of Dragons.”
Words of Radiance by Brandon Sanderson: March 4, 2013 (Gollancz)
I recently finished The Way of Kings and am now chomping at the bit for Brandon Sanderson to get on with this epic fantasy series.
Roshar is shared by humans and the enigmatic, humanoid Parshendi, with whom they are at war. Among those caught up in the conflict are Highprince Dalinar Kholin, who leads the human armies; his neice Jasnah, a renowned scholar; her student Shallan, a brilliant but troubled young woman; and Kaladin, a military slave who, by the book’s end, was beginning to become the first magically endowed Knight Radiant in centuries.
In Words of Radiance their intertwined stories will continue and, as Sanderson fans have come to expect, develop in unexpected, wonderfully surprising directions. The war with the Parshendi will move into a new, dangerous phase, as Dalinar leads the human armies deep into the heart of the Shattered Plains in a bold attempt to finally end it. Shallan will come along, hoping to find the legendary, perhaps mythical, city of Urithuru, which Jasnah believes holds a secret vital to mankind’s survival on Roshar. The Parshendi take a dangerous step to strengthen themselves for the human challenge, risking the return of the fearsome Voidbringers of old. To deal with it all, Kaladin must learn how to fulfill his new role, while mastering the powers of a Windrunner.
Comic Review Bites
Posted on November 26, 2013 Leave a Comment
Artesia is an epic, Eisner-award nominated masterpiece of story and art. The world, its people and its pantheon are so richly detailed, but as the title says, this story is about Artesia. What an incredible character she is, embodying all aspects of the female, from priestess to warrior to daughter to sister to concubine and eventually, reluctantly, queen. As both concubine, priestess and captain to the king, Artesia begins the story obviously wielding a lot of power and influence. Even the gods have touched her and those that follow her do so out of the purest respect. She may seem too perfect, which is exactly why certain people want to see her brought down. But the conflict they bring is only part of her struggle. The inner journey that she takes as she struggles to accept all that is thrown at her, and more importantly, all that is expected of her, whether she wants it or not, is beautifully depicted in word and images.
Star Wars Legacy II: Prisoner of the Floating World by Corinna Sara Bechko and Gabriel Hardman
One hundred and thirty-eight years after A New Hope, Star Wars Legacy II mercilessly jumps right into the aftermath of Legacy with exciting lightsaber battles, dogfights, political conflict and more. It wastes no time on exposition, which means that yes, you need to read Legacy, both for backstory and for awesomeness. The Galactic Fleet, the Empire and the Jedi are clinging to their tenuous triumvirate in an attempt to bring order back to the galaxy after the death of Darth Krayt. Meanwhile, on some backwater planet, the feisty young salvager, Ania Solo, finds a lightsaber that inevitably leads her and her friends, a Mon Cal refugee and an assassin droid with morals, into a whole lot of trouble and brings her to the attention of, well, everyone.
I wasn’t sure how I’d feel about Ania. I didn’t want her simply to be Girl Han of the Future and I didn’t want a repeat of Cade Skywalker’s struggles with the legacy of his surname. Skywalker is, after all, a pretty big name in this universe, even a hundred years later, but Solo is not necessarily the name bad guys remember and fear. Fortunately, within five issues, there was only one small motivational speech involving Ania’s ancestor.
If you enjoyed Legacy as much as I did, then this is definitely going to grab you. If you’re a Star Wars fan and haven’t read Legacy yet, then get on it! The series is a refreshing take, breaking out of the standard trappings of the Star Wars universe.
With thanks to NetGalley and DarkHorse Comics for the opportunity to read an advanced copy of this graphic novel in exchange for an honest review.
Dresden files: Ghoul Goblin by Jim Butcher and Joseph Cooper
A small town cop requests Harry Dresden’s aid in a pair of grisly murders that seem different in M.O. but share one important factor: a family curse. Dresden is struggling in the aftermath of werewolf events that got his best friend Murphy’s partner killed. Murphy no longer trusts Dresden, and on top of that, he’s developed a nasty head cold. But ever the good guy, Dresden joins Pres and stumbles into the typical small town strangeness as he tries to solve the mystery.
There’s not a lot of meat to this rather predictable story, but it was still enjoyable and definitely worth the read for any Dresden Files fan. I was worried that the art would lean too much into the bulky, over-muscled superhero type that is sort of implied in the covers, but Joseph Cooper did a great job of making sure Dresden’s appearance matched his self-deprecating manner. And of course, there was the obligatory trench coat.
With thanks to NetGalley and DarkHorse Comics for the opportunity to read an advanced copy of this graphic novel in exchange for an honest review.
X-Men Vol.4 #4 by Brian Wood and David Lopez
The X-Men book featuring an all female cast has failed to impress me, relying on a typical big bad storyline and lots of explosions and lots of opportunities for the ladies to show off powers that we’ve seen a million times already. (Although Rogue getting to play with Psylocke’s recent medieval psionic adventures in the Danger Room was pretty cool). What I really care about is the interpersonal relationships between the characters, which I’m just not getting enough of. I don’t necessarily want a ladies night out, but I also don’t want issue after issue of things exploding and the women worrying about the expense. Storm and Rachel do end up having a disagreement over Storm’s decision to risk Karima’s life in the previous issue, but Rachel’s tirade felt forced and petulant, especially with her questioning Storm assuming the role of team leader. This was sort of resolved by the end of the issue and hopefully it won’t be too much of a dominant issue.
The best part about this issue is right there on the front cover. If there’s one thing I love about Wolverine, it’s how he deals with his girls. From Kitty to Oya and here, back to Jubilee, who is compelled to visit her old life, including, fittingly, the mall where she first saw the X-Ladies and wanted to have their babies based on their sheer awesomeness. Logan chauffeurs Jubilee and baby Shogo around, offering some touching moments and encouraging words on her new status as a mother.
Hawkeye vol.2: Little Hits by Matt Fraction and David Aja
I ❤ Hawkeye. Perhaps not as much as Pizza Dog, his tenants/neighbours and the women in his life, but enough to make sure this series is always on my shelf. This is all about Clint Barton and what he does when he’s not Avengering. Most of the time, that means getting himself into a lot of trouble and increasing his collection of bandages by doing the sort of wrong thing for the the sort of right reasons. I adore that entire issues of the this volume were dedicated to time spent with the neighbours in his apartment. As usual, Kate Bishop is a constant fixture in Clint’s life, doing her best to keep him from getting run over. She gets to have a few moments of glory to herself. As does Pizza Dog in a dog’s eye view story that deals with a particular plot that would have gone completely differently had Pizza Dog not gotten involved. My only frustration is the art, which keeps changing from Aja’s perfection to the harsher lines of the other artists which, while good, just don’t hold the same casual vibe that permeates the book, literally from cover to cover.
Cyberforce: Rebirth vol.1 by Matt Hawkins and Marc Silvestri
Image fans will remember this shiny, perky team from the ‘90s, but they definitely didn’t look like this. This is a very gritty reboot that changes everything we once knew about them, save for that fact that they are still cyborgs. Formerly soldiers of a corrupt leadership, Morgan Stryker’s team are escaped refugees, struggling with their cybernetic implants. Meanwhile, the evil corporation is set on weeding out the less fortunate and the obsolete in order to usher in a new era of blah blah blah. There are some mildly interesting twists and turns and its great to have Marc Silvestri’s art back, but otherwise, the story is fairly typical and filled with lots of violence, epic posing and cheesy one liners. In other words, it’s a reboot that tries to bring this story into the new century by being more brutal, but is still solidly grounded in the ‘90s superhero style of storytelling.
The entire five issue series and this volume are available for free on Comixology thanks to Kickstarter funding.
Book Review: The Arrivals by Melissa Marr
Posted on November 25, 2013 Leave a Comment
Genre: Science Fiction Fantasy
Series: Stand-alone
Publisher: William Morrow
Date of Publication: July 2, 2013
Author Information: Website | Twitter
This book was a bit quirky and slightly odd at times, but for me it was like a breath of fresh air. It’s different from the stuff I usually pick up, and ultimately it may have been a little too bizarre for my tastes, but I certainly don’t regret reading it. When it comes to originality and interesting ideas, this book gets massive points.
My love for speculative fiction, especially when other genres are infused with a paranormal twist, is what drew me to this book in the first place. A fantasy western about a group of people from different times and places all mysteriously ending up in an unfamiliar world called the Wasteland? It sounded too intriguing to pass up.
Other than the fact this Wasteland is full of monsters and other unsavory types, however, I didn’t know much else about the novel, so I settled back and prepared to let myself be drawn in. And that’s exactly what the story did, thanks to the unusual but simply extraordinary ideas I found in here. The characters are a motley group made up of: Jack and Kitty, siblings from the Wild West; Edgar, a bootlegger from the time of the prohibition; Francis, a hippie; Hector, a former carnie; and Melody, a crazy 1950s housewife. And then there’s Chloe, the newest addition to the team, who passes out one night in 2013 after a crazy night of binge drinking, and wakes up in the Wasteland.
These “Arrivals” were all ne’er-do-wells in the times they came from, but the most remarkable thing about them is what happens after they die — or rather, what doesn’t happen. Death isn’t always permanent, but they don’t find out whether it is or not until days later when the Arrival who died either wakes up good as new…or they don’t. Their nemesis is a man called Ajani, a force of evil they have been struggling against ever since the first Arrival came to the Wasteland.
This is very much a character-driven novel, and their relationship dynamics form the basis for much of the story. Jack and Kitty take center stage most of the time and sometimes Chloe, even though I wished more attention could have been paid to the other Arrivals, such as Melody. I gathered she’s pretty unbalanced through the fearful conversations the others have about her and their reluctance to get too close, but I would have loved to see more examples of Melody living up to her reputation. There are great characters here, but it’s a pretty short book and it’s just a shame the secondary characters don’t get more screen time.
As I said, the book has many interesting and original ideas, and expect to have a lot of questions when reading this. If you’re like me and prefer your books to also provide the answers, then you might find it a little frustrating, because at times you’ll feel like you’re only getting half the story. I was disappointed that there weren’t more explanations, but the good news is that this doesn’t diminish the quality of the world building. The Wasteland is not as desolate as it sounds, and the essence of the land and its creatures will constantly surprise you.
In many ways, The Arrivals is the kind of book you have to take as it is, and just go with the flow. I’m not a big fan of info-dumps, but I also like some explanations when they’re warranted, and I have to say I enjoyed this book a lot more once I’ve accepted that I probably won’t get answers to all my questions. What this novel offers, though, is a story of adventure about an unusual but fascinating group of people, and what they mean to each other. There’s nothing out there like it!
Book Review: Parasite by Mira Grant
Posted on November 24, 2013 Leave a Comment
Genre: Science Fiction, Horror
Series: Book 1 of Parasitology
Publisher: Orbit
Date of Publication: October 29, 2013
Author Information: Website | Twitter
Mira Grant/Seanan McGuire has wowed me before with her work, more specifically, with the book Feed in her Newsflesh Trilogy. I confess my deep love for zombie goodness, which is why I was so excited when I got my hands on Parasite, her new novel that appears to contain similar horror/thriller themes. Due to several factors, though, it turned out that wasn’t able to get on board with this one as much as I’d hoped, but I did very much like the subject. Tapeworms, how deliciously creepy!
The book takes place about a decade into the future, where medical science has taken a great leap forward with the development of a genetically engineered tapeworm. Brilliant scientists at SymboGen Corporation have figured out a way to modify this parasite so that it would live in mutualistic symbiosis with humans. Our bodies give the tapeworm a place to live, and in turn it boosts our immune systems, secretes drugs and medications, protects us from illnesses, allergies, and all that good stuff. Within years, almost everyone on earth has one of these implants living within them.
We are then introduced to Sally Mitchell, our main character who woke up six years ago after being diagnosed as brain dead following a horrific car accident. Her recovery has not been complete, however. Despite being a young woman on the outside, Sally/Sal has in essence only been alive for six years because she cannot remember anything of her life prior to her accident. She woke up a complete blank slate, and had to relearn everything like language, social behaviors, and even basic things like how to eat. Nevertheless, SymboGen touts her as a miracle, crediting their tapeworm implant for preserving her life.
Sticking things into our bodies that don’t belong there has never turned out well in these kinds of stories though, especially when they’re parasites that scientists have tinkered with. Which brings me to my first thought — that this book would have been better and more suspenseful if the science aspect had been stepped up a bit. On the one hand, being an avid reader of sci-fi and fantasy means that I am no stranger to suspending my disbelief; pretty much anything can go in this genre, as far as I’m concerned. However, there’s also much to be said about authors who can use science to create nightmare scenarios that are so realistic that even their most outlandish ideas can seem convincing. Books like Michael Crichton’s Jurassic Park or Timeline, for example, are fun to read for this reason. The research in them are at a level where I can actually entertain the thought of their stories being possible.
This wasn’t something I could do with Parasite. Admittedly, I may have been a little over-critical of its premise because of my background in biology, but I think most readers with a basic knowledge of microbiology or genetics will also find some issues with this book. There are not a lot of explanations when it comes to the tapeworm, you just have to accept that things are the way they are. It’s definitely not a deal-breaker, but not being able to picture this story as a realistic situation does lessen the suspense somewhat. But not unlike those crazy made-for-TV disaster movies you see on SyFy, Parasite is still a lot of fun.
Sal’s character, however, was a whole other matter. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: main protagonists are so important for me, and not being able to like them or connect with them makes it harder for me to enjoy a book. First of all, I found it hard to believe that Sal is at such a high level of proficiency when it comes to social behavior and language, considering she started from scratch only six years ago. Beyond that, her personality is also like that of a spoiled brat who thinks she knows everything.
In some ways, I understand that Sal is supposed to be a little naive, being technically just six years old and all. But I’ve lived almost five times that and I’ll still be the first to admit there’s just so much I have yet to learn, and Sal’s self-centered attitude really got on my nerves, along with her apparent disdain for authority figures. Sometimes, I wondered if I would have enjoyed this book more as a Young Adult novel, because then the premise and the main character’s attitude would not have felt so out of place.
I suppose Sal’s history also excuses her for not being all that discerning, or for not having the best judgment of people and situations. I don’t think it’ll take long for most readers to guess the ending to this book; personally, I was able to predict the “twist” by the halfway point (and I don’t think I’m the most perceptive of readers either) but it’s something Sal only manages to figure out in the final few pages, significantly lessening the effect of the cliffhanger. If any suspense still remained for me at this point, the conclusion pretty much negated it and made me realize that perhaps this book just isn’t for me. For a future Mira Grant fix, I will probably pick up Deadline and return to the Newsflesh Trilogy. Tapeworms are interesting, but I think I like her zombies a lot better.
A review copy of this book was provided to me by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
YA Weekend: Daughter of Smoke and Bone by Laini Taylor
Posted on November 23, 2013 1 Comment
Daughter of Smoke and Bone by Laini Taylor
Genre: Young Adult Paranormal Fantasy
Series: Book 1 of Daughter of Smoke and Bone
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Date of Publication: September 27, 2011
Author Information: Website | Twitter
Let me just start this review by saying how glad I am to have finally picked up this book! Now that I’ve finished reading it, I can’t help but wonder just what on earth had kept me waiting so long. It also just occurred to me that 2013 has been a great year for me when it comes to Young Adult paranormal fantasy novels featuring angels.
The interesting thing I found about Daughter of Smoke and Bone is that it really reads like a book with two distinct parts. The first part introduces us to our main protagonist and narrator Karou, a blue-haired young woman studying at an art school in Prague. Her sketchbooks are filled with drawings of chimeric monsters and other fantastical beings, which all her friends think are the products of an excessively-active imagination. None of them know the truth, that the strange creatures are in fact all very real, and Karou is a very special girl. In her secret life she runs mysterious errands for her foster family, led by the demonic looking Brimstone, the chimaera whose shop opens a portal between two worlds.
But then around the world, burned and blackened hand prints begin appearing on doorways, scorched there by winged figures that witnesses can only describe as angels. Thus we meet Akiva, one of these beautiful, angelic strangers, who happens to catch sight of Karou while she was on one of Brimstone’s errands. In my eyes, the moment they clashed heralded the beginning of the second part of the story, told mostly in flashbacks and memories. It’s a shame that I can’t really say more, because this to me was where things started getting really good. I won’t spoil the book, but I will bring attention to the opening lines, which I think sums things up nicely:
Two words: forbidden love. I’ll admit I have a weakness for it. Don’t get me wrong, I’ve always appreciated having a little romance in my reading, but I generally don’t go all sentimental and lose my head over mushy stories of star-crossed love. But Forbidden Love will do it. Every. Single. Time. I am such a sucker for all that comes with it, the ache and longing, the clandestine meetings and the inevitable tragedies. I swear it should be like a genre in itself! Something about books like this make me get all tingly inside, and then everything else just fades away as I become inexorably hooked.
The second half of Daughter of Smoke and Bone did just that to me. The first half was pleasant enough, but I did not feel the connection to this book until Karou and Akiva finally meet and their relationship is explained, the intricacies of their story peeling away gradually, layer by delicious layer. Normally I think I would be repelled by this style of story-telling with all the time jumping and perspective switching, but somehow the author makes it work.
It helps of course that Laini Taylor writes oh so beautifully. The intensity and passion in the romance is almost palpable, due in part to her wonderful prose. Also, when she’s not enchanting me with her rich and detailed descriptions of the city, she is making me smile with the bright and spirited personality of Karou. As to the former, I loved that this book takes place in Prague, the perfect setting for a story like this about myth and magic. Everything comes together to create a mood that is all at once sensual, dark and bewitching.
This book, especially with the revelations contained in its final chapters, completely captivated me. Yes, my penchant for this kind of love story may have a lot to do with it, but at the same time, the beauty of the writing as well as the sheer amount of creativity and inventiveness behind the book’s premise cannot be denied. I don’t often feel the urge to jump right into the next installment of a series, even for books I’ve really enjoyed, preferring to take breaks in between. But I didn’t want to wait for this one. Even as I write this, a copy of Days of Blood and Starlight is now in my possession and waiting to be read, and I am very much looking forward to starting it next.
Book Review: Dinocalypse Now by Chuck Wendig
Posted on November 22, 2013 1 Comment
Dinocalypse Now by Chuck Wendig
Genre: Pulp, Fantasy
Series: Book 1 of Dinocalypse Trilogy
Publisher: Evil Hat
Date of Publication: May 2012
Author Information: Website | Twitter
This book went straight onto my to-read pile earlier this year, for two main reasons: first, because I love Chuck Wendig, and second because…well, I figured I couldn’t go wrong with any book with a title like Dinocalypse Now!
It wasn’t until I was halfway through reading this book that I started to do some research and found out a little more about its background. Crowd-funded through Kickstarter in 2012, Dinocalypse now is based on Evil Hat Productions’ Spirit of the Century role-playing game, which is set in a 1920s/30s-era pulp adventure world. With this information in mind, dare I say, this wild ride featuring jetpacks, talking gorillas, psychic dinosaurs, and ancient Atlanteans finally all came together for me!
It begins when a group of heroes calling themselves the Century Club are brought in to prevent the assassination of FDR, only to find that the president isn’t the target — they are! Though, what comes next is actually a threat to the entire planet as King Khan the ape conqueror storms this world through a dimensional portal, leading his vast army of primates and dinosaurs. Now it’s up to the Centurions to stop him and save the world!
I won’t lie, I was very much entertained by this book. It is escapist fiction that captures the pure, unadulterated spirit of pulp. Given how characteristics like bigger-than-life heroes, beautiful women, high adventure/action in exotic places, and evil diabolical villains are the hallmarks of this genre, it wouldn’t be wrong to say Dinocalypse Now is all about sensationalism over substance, but I still can’t deny I had a lot of fun.
Picture a kid with an overactive imagination in a toy store, and the stories he can come up with in his head if he played an elaborate game of make-believe while surrounded by miniature buildings, animal plushies, plastic dinosaurs, action figures and toy weapons. You’ll probably get something like this book. Chuck Wendig probably had a blast writing this.
In a sense, it’s likely that the sheer absurdity of this book will also be its greatest appeal. I am completely aghast but also delighted by this its craziness and eccentricity. There is a place in my heart for books that are just completely out there and don’t take themselves seriously, and while I didn’t enjoy this one as much as Chuck Wendig’s other novels, this was still a good one to pick up to pass the time.
Book Review: The Cure by Douglas E. Richards
Posted on November 21, 2013 Leave a Comment
The Cure by Douglas E. Richards
Genre: Science Fiction/Thriller
Series: Stand Alone
Publisher: Forge
Date of Publication: September 17, 2013
Author Information: Website | Twitter
Douglas E. Richards is known for his mind-bending science fiction thrillers that are a touch different from the mainstream variety, not to mention a penchant for throwing in unexpected twists that will leave you reeling. I finally got the chance to experience Richards’ work for myself with his newest techno-thriller The Cure, and it appears that his knack for storytelling has not been exaggerated.
A review copy of this book was provided to me by the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
The BiblioSanctum 