Review: OUTSTANDING READING
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 08 5, 2012
The AcademyI enjoyed this great futuristic story.  The book description explains the story so I won't repeat that information.  The book does bring old fashion Victorian principles and values into a futuristic setting.  Women are repressed and daughters are expected to marry the husband of their father's choosing.  Sons are expected to follow in the foot steps of their fathers and grandfathers.  The wants and desires of the children don't matter.The heroine decides to attend the Academy in her brother's place.  She wants a life in the stars as a pilot and her brother wants to continue with his music.It is at this point the real drama of the story begins.  The heroine encounters a world beyond her own expectations. Having a sheltered upbringing has not prepared our heroine for the world of living in a college dormitory full of males.  A world were "farting", "belching' and grabbing one's personal area are considered normal among her fellow male students.Besides impersonating her brother our heroine encounters drama, bullies, PE class were playing sports from "Earth that once was" is required, bad food and friends who are struggling with their sexual orientation and taking a shower.I whole heartedly recommend this book for anyone who enjoys reading a good story.  Although, this story is written for a Young Adult audience, (there is kissing after all) , mature readers will enjoy this book as well.Will I read it again:  YesWill I recommend it to others:  YesWill I look for more from this author:  Yes, Yes, Yes