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A review by jo_strader
Lockstep by Karl Schroeder
4.0
3.5 stars
The first half of the book was a definite 4 stars, but the last half was more like 3 stars. So I split the difference and give it 3.5 stars. I am obsessed with space novels, and fortunately for me there seem to be a lot being published right now. This one was unique and in-depth in its world building. The character development was well done. I felt like the last half explained the lockstep system repeatedly. I just wanted the story, but the explanation kept getting in the way. The premise of the book was phenomenal,and I found myself wishing I could visit some of the planets in the book. The romance was sweet and didn't take center stage which I appreciated. Loved the denners and wish that they were real so I could go to the pet store and buy one. I thought the novel was engaging, and the world vividly painted and well thought out.
The first half of the book was a definite 4 stars, but the last half was more like 3 stars. So I split the difference and give it 3.5 stars. I am obsessed with space novels, and fortunately for me there seem to be a lot being published right now. This one was unique and in-depth in its world building. The character development was well done. I felt like the last half explained the lockstep system repeatedly. I just wanted the story, but the explanation kept getting in the way. The premise of the book was phenomenal,and I found myself wishing I could visit some of the planets in the book. The romance was sweet and didn't take center stage which I appreciated. Loved the denners and wish that they were real so I could go to the pet store and buy one. I thought the novel was engaging, and the world vividly painted and well thought out.