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3.89 AVERAGE
3.89 AVERAGE
I’m still amazed at how much I enjoy these books, having picked up the first one at a used book store on a whim.
The premise is just fascinating to me, and the story takes its time in exploring it. The main couple characters are interesting, though I can hardly keep track of all the others. (There is a multi-page index of characters in the back, so you know it’s gonna be intense.)
The exploration of religion is really interesting. [Spoiler for the previous book] By this point we know that this whole world’s civilization and religion are false. So does the book try to portray religion as evil? No. It shows the good people who use religion as a benefit to the world, and the corrupt people who twist it to benefit themselves. And a lot of people in the middle.
The continued introduction of “new” scientific advancement is still fun, as Merlin gently guides Charis forward.
This book takes place immediately after the previous one, and as of this review, there are ten in total. I’m interested to see if the series ever jumps forward in time, since our main protagonist is a (theoretically) immortal robot. Either way, I think I’ll continue to enjoy this one.
The premise is just fascinating to me, and the story takes its time in exploring it. The main couple characters are interesting, though I can hardly keep track of all the others. (There is a multi-page index of characters in the back, so you know it’s gonna be intense.)
The exploration of religion is really interesting. [Spoiler for the previous book] By this point we know that this whole world’s civilization and religion are false. So does the book try to portray religion as evil? No. It shows the good people who use religion as a benefit to the world, and the corrupt people who twist it to benefit themselves. And a lot of people in the middle.
The continued introduction of “new” scientific advancement is still fun, as Merlin gently guides Charis forward.
This book takes place immediately after the previous one, and as of this review, there are ten in total. I’m interested to see if the series ever jumps forward in time, since our main protagonist is a (theoretically) immortal robot. Either way, I think I’ll continue to enjoy this one.
Way too much filler/setup. Understandable in such a long series, especially for Weber and his dinosaur size infodumps. Hopefully it will pay off in the third book
Book 2 in the Safehold series was as good and in many ways better than Off Armageddon Reef, book 1 in the series. I am so glad that I stumbled into this series. It is hard to find a great epic set in a world you can get lost in with the detail that Weber has instilled in this book and series. It has everything you could hope for. Put this into your "To Be Read" list. You will not be sorry.
The detail and thought that went into this concept is astounding. There are many surprises in book #2, but, you will have to see for yourself. On to book #3!!
The detail and thought that went into this concept is astounding. There are many surprises in book #2, but, you will have to see for yourself. On to book #3!!
Notes:
This is one of the longest transition books I've read where not a whole lot happened. lol However, I liked some of the unexpected plot turns and may dive into the #3 sooner vs later.
This is one of the longest transition books I've read where not a whole lot happened. lol However, I liked some of the unexpected plot turns and may dive into the #3 sooner vs later.
3.5 stars technically, because my god most of this one was so slow and uneventful. I'm just super excited I finished this book in less than six months! Definitely looking forward to more Cayleb & Sharleyan interactions.
still having some confusion over references to characters by their first name, then their last name, then their title, though thankfully there is an index of characters at the back of the book.
adventurous
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
I think the premise is wearing a bit thin in places... there's a few leaps that don't sit right.
Some great moments in this book but some of the plot points are a little unbelievable
Painstakingly slow story line, too many characters...............boring, boring, boring.