Review: Great first effort
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 07 31, 2013
The story was interesting and rather unique.  I've read a few books that feature sci-fi matriarchal societies, and this did not feel like a simple rehash.  Actually, I thought there would have been a lot more friction and conflict between Dawson's Star and the rest of the galaxy, I think the author could have pushed the boundary a bit more there.  The main plot line is tightly written, if a bit limited, but certainly adequate for an introduction to a series in a new universe.  The story's antagonists could have used more development however.  The political rival / terrorist leader didn't amount to much more than a token villain. Where the book really shines is in character interaction.  You really get a feeling of how people feel about each other and care about what happens to them.  Editing I would say is above average for an indie book, mostly incorrect words used in sentences, no outright typos.  I didn't notice enough to disrupt the flow of reading much.  Overall, I liked it and will read the next one when available.  Lot's of potential in this new universe.