Review: Absolutely engrossing! Loved it!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 08 8, 2012
This has been one of the best little novels I have read recently. Yes, there apparently are some editorial issues requiring editing, but still a great read! The personalities of the characters are exceptionally well done. As I am not in any way talented enough to expound on the errors mentioned by Captain Neal, the one thing that got my goat was the excessive use of "insure" (and variants) instead of "ensure" throughout the novel! Sorry, that is just a pet peeve of mine! Also, having spent 30 years in the Marine Corps, I found Jason to be quite a good leader! I also think that the Sergeant and Private should be promoted as the tale continues. A comment was made about the short sentences. Actually, I found the writing to be precise and much more to my level, as a previously (enlisted) Master Sergeant of Marines!  Maybe officers find it a bit below their intellectual level. One other criticism, the ending was way too abrupt! If you want a quick read that goes much farther than expected (intrastellar space), grab this one! Despite the many things that Captain Neal found unacceptable, I found it really enjoyable and can't wait for a sequel! Good job guys!