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A review by gatofish
Old Man's War by John Scalzi
5.0
Give me fantasy any day. I prefer swords and magic. I have read some sci-fi and both enjoyed and disliked various novels. Add this one to the amazing pile.
I received this novel as a freebie by signing up for the Tor e-newsletter. I think I've read another of Scalzi's novels previously, but my brain is Swiss-cheese nowadays and I just can't remember.
Anyway, I was immediately hooked into this book. The main character is likeable and relatable. The various environments are described in plain language, without a lot of space jargon (one of the reasons I avoid most sci-fi), and the plot is interesting. The premise was original and I could visualize the space aliens readily.
I want to find out what happens to Perry. It might not end well for him or his compatriots, but hey, we're all humans here, rooting for each other.
I received this novel as a freebie by signing up for the Tor e-newsletter. I think I've read another of Scalzi's novels previously, but my brain is Swiss-cheese nowadays and I just can't remember.
Anyway, I was immediately hooked into this book. The main character is likeable and relatable. The various environments are described in plain language, without a lot of space jargon (one of the reasons I avoid most sci-fi), and the plot is interesting. The premise was original and I could visualize the space aliens readily.
I want to find out what happens to Perry. It might not end well for him or his compatriots, but hey, we're all humans here, rooting for each other.