Review: An up and coming author
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 01 22, 2013
Honesty first, I was a beta reader for Chris for several years until a fire destroyed all my computer equipment and any communications with him.  Chris has a fantastic imagination and is a better than average wordsmith. T bought this book based  on price and availability while stuck in an airport. I had not read six chapters when I realized I knew the style. WOW, had Chris improved! The book is well crafted and has an excellent story line. Character development is on a par with Sharon Lee and Steve Miller. Humor level is equal to Lois Mcmaster Bujold's early writing when she could afford to be a little snarky.As a Veteran oof the USCG and the NMANG buth the navy and marine structure and equipment are acceptable and the science does not blow your mind from the story line. The story line is in a few ways predictable but throws enough curves at you to keep your interest. As a medically retired individual on a very fixed income the price is most reasonable for the hours of pleasure!