Review: It's okay - but nothing new
Rating: 3 out of 5
Date: 01 19, 2013
This short story is an okay read, but nothing in it is, in my opinion exceptional.  I will try not to provide any spoilers, just say the story involves zombies, space travel, a time loop and a doomed space ship.  The characters are fairly well drawn, particularly for a short story.  The author has used some clever techniques to quickly impart a back story for each individual, and that works well to get the readers attention and interest.  The story has a few interesting twists and on occasion is suspenseful.Why only 3 stars then?  Well it is as simple as it felt like it had all been done before.  Almost a cross between an episode of Star Trek TNG and a game  of Halo (segment - The Flood).  There is nothing wrong with either, but it lacked an original twist or flair.  I am rather surprised to see only three other reviews and all of those awarded a five star rating.  They must have seen something in this story that eluded me.All that said, it wasn't a bad read.  I certainly don't regret buying it, and if you are looking for a light sci - fi read with a side order of Zombie , then by all means give this one a try.