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A review by arrik
The Caledonian Gambit by Dan Moren
3.0
Fun Read for Dan's First Fictional Outing
I've followed Dan in his tech journalism career for many years. I especially enjoy listening to him on podcasts, whether the techy kind or the geeky culture kind. He's got a great humor and wit. And that translates to his fiction. This was veritable Dan as I know him from listening to him. This adventure was a fun read and I think was a solid first publication. I did feel like some key pieces of the story were shallow. For instance, I felt like Eli's sister, while obviously a huge emotional piece for the main character, just wasn't delved into to pull the weight that it should have. The ending wasn't quite the heart racing page turner and the ultimate fate of the book's antagonist felt brushed off. But, the sarcasm, quick wit, and heavy Star Wars influence were all expected and delightful. Congratulations!
I've followed Dan in his tech journalism career for many years. I especially enjoy listening to him on podcasts, whether the techy kind or the geeky culture kind. He's got a great humor and wit. And that translates to his fiction. This was veritable Dan as I know him from listening to him. This adventure was a fun read and I think was a solid first publication. I did feel like some key pieces of the story were shallow. For instance, I felt like Eli's sister, while obviously a huge emotional piece for the main character, just wasn't delved into to pull the weight that it should have. The ending wasn't quite the heart racing page turner and the ultimate fate of the book's antagonist felt brushed off. But, the sarcasm, quick wit, and heavy Star Wars influence were all expected and delightful. Congratulations!