Review: A Wonderfully Built Other-World
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 11 13, 2011
Let me just say, right up front - if there was a way to give a 4.5 stars that's what I'd do. I loved the way Ian built his world of Omega and Anna's "family" and will excitedly buy and read more Ian MacGregger books. I had one problem that threw me off at the end, but that shouldn't keep anyone from reading this well-crafted book.The story is told from Ian's point of view, and it's quickly obvious that this is a colorful voice to use. You could be sitting at a bar, listening to Ian, an all-around great guy, tell the tale. I found myself almost wanting to smoke a cigar myself.The action is very well coordinated and the characters are fully-formed. By the time half the story has passed you are envious of the "family" members, wanting to join them on the terrace for an old movie.Without giving the story away, I was disappointed to never meet the villain. I probably enjoy villains as much or more than the heroes. This is my only reservation.