Review: Very Enjoyable Fantasy
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 10 26, 2013
This is the first book that I have read written by this author and  I will certainly be reading more!  This novel takes place in our future at some time after the "purge". What I enjoyed, however, is that the focus wasn't on the negative effects of the purge but instead it was mostly on mankind's resilience at rebuilding their lives.  This story is about events that occur on a steam frigate that has to defend  itself against pirates and other bad elements while at port & at sea. The novel focuses on the relationships of the crew and how they make life at sea work for them.  Sometime in his past, the captain acquired a curse and his crew are all geared up to help him get rid of this problem so that he can continue his life without its effects hanging over his head. The Gods of Greek mythology may exist in this new world and wreak havoc if they so choose. I don't want give anymore  of the story away since the fun part of reading fantasy is discovering the details as they are revealed. Nothing is worse than knowing what is about to happen because it was written in a review. Suffice to say that the eventful lives of the crew keep this story moving at a good clip. From an editorial perspective, there are a few typos but not enough to detract from this fun novel of life on the high seas. If you enjoy light fantasy blended with a touch  of the paranormal then you will surely enjoy this fun read by SM Welles.