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A review by jamjimham
Empire City by Matt Gallagher
5.0
Was really surprised by this novel. It hit the vibes of the Watchmen while feeling very modern. It touched on very relevant topics. Such as America being mired in an endless war overseas, and the glorification of war as a way controlling the population (that's what I took away anyways). Gallagher also sheds light on how America is built on fighting wars, but wants hides the returning warriors in rehabilitation centers, and away from the civilians. All of the characters felt realistic, even with being imbued with super powers.
This novel could have easily gone off the rails with a bunch of military jargon, and over the top action. But Gallagher does a wonderful job keeping this novel grounded in it's reality. It takes a bit o understand what is happening in this world. But the pacing and storyline unfolds in such a way that i never felt lost on what was going on. Would love to see more of this universe that Gallagher has created.
This novel could have easily gone off the rails with a bunch of military jargon, and over the top action. But Gallagher does a wonderful job keeping this novel grounded in it's reality. It takes a bit o understand what is happening in this world. But the pacing and storyline unfolds in such a way that i never felt lost on what was going on. Would love to see more of this universe that Gallagher has created.