John Stilwell

Can’t wait for book 2

Revisado: 09-08-24

I liked how the alien invasion happened quickly in the story telling. We spend most of the book following a group of abductees trying to figure the rules of the new alien planet city environment. Their lives and that of humanity depend on it. Assuming humanity still exist.

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Not my cup of tea

Revisado: 04-06-24

I love science fiction. My favorite by this author so far is Hail Mary. He's a good writer. But this book is organized crime on the moon. I'm not into gangsters. If you are, you'll likely like the book.

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Where's the plot?

Revisado: 04-12-20

This book is simple to summarize. Deep thinking. I wanted to like it but there was no plot. It's mainly narration of a bunch of researchers trying to figure out a mystery. Halfway through I put it down and haven't touched it since.

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Not for everybody

Revisado: 01-28-18

Would you try another book from Cosimo Yap and/or Nick Podehl?

I would try another book by the author if it was a different subject.

Would you be willing to try another book from Cosimo Yap? Why or why not?

I would try another book by the author if it was a different subject.

Did Nick Podehl do a good job differentiating all the characters? How?

The author's writing was competent.

If this book were a movie would you go see it?

No.

Any additional comments?

This books is another, play a video game to save the world story. If you like watching other people play video games, this is for you. If not, this is not the book you are looking for. Why? If for no other reason, it never let's you forget that you are watching a video game.

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Loved it

Revisado: 07-28-17

If you could sum up Columbus Day in three words, what would they be?

Must read it

What did you like best about this story?

Once the main character find's the alien A.I., it goes into high gear.

What about R.C. Bray’s performance did you like?

Fantastic

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

I loved it all.

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Fun! Can't wait for the sequel.

Revisado: 03-31-17

Where does The Collapsing Empire rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

This is the best book I have read since Ready Player One (not Scalzi). Scalzi is a talented author. I hope he keeps putting out more books for many many more years to come.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Collapsing Empire?

I like the palace intrigue. There was plenty of action. I little snark. And Wil Wheaton swearing through half of the book was very amusing. Frankly, there was nothing not to like about this book.

Which character – as performed by Wil Wheaton – was your favorite?

I liked all of the characters. At no time was I bored listening to this book.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

I could have listened to it in one sitting but I prefer to do my audible book while I commute. Granted books like this make me unhappy once I arrive at work, because I have to turn it off.

Any additional comments?

I am already telling my friends that this is a must read.

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Terrific

Revisado: 06-17-16

Would you listen to Ready Player One again? Why?

Yes. It is a great book and Will Wheaton's performance is stellar. It is the best book I have read in a lomng time.

What other book might you compare Ready Player One to and why?

Willy Wonka meet World of Warcraft. This book is edgy and intelligent. The story felt fresh and new. It overflows with interesting trivia.

What does Wil Wheaton bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Brilliant. His voice fits the main character who is a teenager. Will's reading is enthusiastic. His dramatization f the different characters is the best I have listened to.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I laughed. I was surprised a couple of times. When the bad things start happening, I couldn't put the book down.

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Weak and slow moving story

Revisado: 03-27-12

What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you?

It needed to be faster paced with real conflict. Everybody were too accomodating of each other. There was very little suspense. Most of the dialog was on the level of gossip. This just wasn't in the same class as the

Would you ever listen to anything by Joe Haldeman again?

Forever War is one of the best Sci Fi books out there.

Did the narration match the pace of the story?

The narrator did an OK job. Her performance matched the charactor.

You didn’t love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities?

There were no moments in the book I can offer as particularly interesting.

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Excellent

Revisado: 03-27-12

Would you listen to The End of Eternity again? Why?

Yes. It's sophisticated, understandable and unique.

What other book might you compare The End of Eternity to and why?

No comparison. This is the best time travel story I recall ever reading.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

I read this over several occasions.

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