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The Terror
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The Terror is a fictional tale based on the real life experience of the notoriously doomed John Franklin Expedition.
These brave men journeyed hundreds of miles by sea voyage in the HMS Erebus and HMS Terror, part of the British Naval fleet sent to the Arctic to force the Northwest Passage in 1845–1848, and then travelled the rest on foot into the desolate, below-freezing temperatures of the Arctic wasteland.
Dan Simmons imaginative story explains how and why.
The Terror is a book drawn from a historical background so deep and so thoroughly well-researched that I'm quite sure I've never heard of any other writer of fiction attempting to do so at this level ever before.
For those that like to pick apart every bit of a story with a goal in mind to repute the validity of the facts given, you won't find much to work with here.
Set in the harshest conditions, with handfuls of men that may be hard to discern not only which side of the fence they're on, but just who is who for a ways, these characters aren't so much as enjoyable as they are absorbing. As their living conditions become more severe and their hardships grow more intense, good decision-making is made less and less often. Way below freezing temperatures, sparse food supplies, sickness, soreness, etc., would be tragic for even the most stalwart of men.
The Terror, providentially, is more than all this. What is it exactly? ~ This is a horror book, right? Yes. Even though it didn't have to be. Dan Simmons could have left out all the fantastical elements in his historical tale and it would've been enough to cringe to and have nightmares about and be fascinated by all the same. But, he didn't stop there, thankfully.
So what is The Terror exactly? Is it a man? Is it natural, man-made, myth or legend? The word Tuunbaq comes up. Is it a living creature, a guardian spirit, or an evil elder monster from eons past, or maybe something from another world?
I can't say.
The story itself is very long, a bit heavy, hopeless, and as can only be expected, if you don't stay on it you will probably confuse a few of the officers with eachother which could result in you wanting to forget the whole thing altogether.
This book cannot be compared to Simmons previous novels in any shape or form. This book is not science-fiction nor does it have the framework or set-up of a traditional horror tale either.
For anyone fascinated with historical adventures and cryptid horror and for readers who crave oldschool antiquated storytelling.
It takes an investment of time and patience beyond the norm that should be very rewarding if you stay with it until the end. I thought it was truly great and really enjoyed all the finer details that breached to the surface.
If you are a modern reader and you only like *page-turners*, this is certainly not for you. If you have a million and one things going on at once, just say no for now. If you are into comic book type action of super-heroic proportions, not for you. If you like quick answers and are impatient in any way I suggest reading something else. If you are somebody who needs happy American-style endings to your movie, where you finally get the girl and there's a big smooch in the end with sunlight or fireworks streaming in the background, don't even touch this book for fear you might be infected by the dreadful truth of reality.
There are many reasons why you should want to read this though. In this book you will share and feel the experience the crew are feeling: the cold, the despair, the loneliness, the dread and terror of the unknown, unstoppable creature, and the tragic understanding of, what inevitably feels to be, a hopeless outcome. You might feel the need to put on layers and layers of clothing, and stand so close to a fire you may be tempted to put your hands and feet right into it. You will feel like you are living this book.
I believe it is Dan Simmons magnum opus. I give it 5 stars not because I'm necesarily going to return and re-read it again anytime soon but because, other than being a tad too long, it is flawless. It doesn't fall into modern traps or pitfalls of always trying to please the reader nor does it have the feeling of a Hollywood movie where you know your main characters are going to survive to the end, regardless of any other surprises.
This is the real deal. Live it. Experience it. Draw from it.
Then pick up some fluffy fun read you can rollercoaster through for 2 days straight to a walloping climax so you can recuperate and recover.
* For fans of the book, you will be glad to know AMC is bringing it to television in the form of a tv series and if that news isn't good enough, Ridley Scott is purportedly producing it and my guess is he may even direct an episode or two.
** There have been several releases of this book, even a few just recently. I prefer the standard-sized 2009 paperback release. It has a little better cover art than some of the others, having distinct yellow and white embossed lettering, and inside and on the back, a lot of cool quotes and kudo's by reviewers and other notable authors.
Kind of fun to read what others have to say about this extraordinary novel.
Highly recommended!!!!!
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Michael Fierce's review
bookshelves: adventure, creature-feature, favorite-books, historical-fiction, horror
Aug 22, 2012
bookshelves: adventure, creature-feature, favorite-books, historical-fiction, horror
The Terror is a fictional tale based on the real life experience of the notoriously doomed John Franklin Expedition.
These brave men journeyed hundreds of miles by sea voyage in the HMS Erebus and HMS Terror, part of the British Naval fleet sent to the Arctic to force the Northwest Passage in 1845–1848, and then travelled the rest on foot into the desolate, below-freezing temperatures of the Arctic wasteland.
All died or were never seen or heard from ever again.
Dan Simmons imaginative story explains how and why.
The Terror is a book drawn from a historical background so deep and so thoroughly well-researched that I'm quite sure I've never heard of any other writer of fiction attempting to do so at this level ever before.
For those that like to pick apart every bit of a story with a goal in mind to repute the validity of the facts given, you won't find much to work with here.
Set in the harshest conditions, with handfuls of men that may be hard to discern not only which side of the fence they're on, but just who is who for a ways, these characters aren't so much as enjoyable as they are absorbing. As their living conditions become more severe and their hardships grow more intense, good decision-making is made less and less often. Way below freezing temperatures, sparse food supplies, sickness, soreness, etc., would be tragic for even the most stalwart of men.
The Terror, providentially, is more than all this. What is it exactly? ~ This is a horror book, right? Yes. Even though it didn't have to be. Dan Simmons could have left out all the fantastical elements in his historical tale and it would've been enough to cringe to and have nightmares about and be fascinated by all the same. But, he didn't stop there, thankfully.
So what is The Terror exactly? Is it a man? Is it natural, man-made, myth or legend? The word Tuunbaq comes up. Is it a living creature, a guardian spirit, or an evil elder monster from eons past, or maybe something from another world?
~ Is it the Wendigo? Or possibly a Yeti? ~
~ A Polar Bear gone mad with frenzy? ~
~ Is it the mythical Tuunbaq, maybe? ~
I can't say.
The story itself is very long, a bit heavy, hopeless, and as can only be expected, if you don't stay on it you will probably confuse a few of the officers with eachother which could result in you wanting to forget the whole thing altogether.
This book cannot be compared to Simmons previous novels in any shape or form. This book is not science-fiction nor does it have the framework or set-up of a traditional horror tale either.
For anyone fascinated with historical adventures and cryptid horror and for readers who crave oldschool antiquated storytelling.
It takes an investment of time and patience beyond the norm that should be very rewarding if you stay with it until the end. I thought it was truly great and really enjoyed all the finer details that breached to the surface.
If you are a modern reader and you only like *page-turners*, this is certainly not for you. If you have a million and one things going on at once, just say no for now. If you are into comic book type action of super-heroic proportions, not for you. If you like quick answers and are impatient in any way I suggest reading something else. If you are somebody who needs happy American-style endings to your movie, where you finally get the girl and there's a big smooch in the end with sunlight or fireworks streaming in the background, don't even touch this book for fear you might be infected by the dreadful truth of reality.
There are many reasons why you should want to read this though. In this book you will share and feel the experience the crew are feeling: the cold, the despair, the loneliness, the dread and terror of the unknown, unstoppable creature, and the tragic understanding of, what inevitably feels to be, a hopeless outcome. You might feel the need to put on layers and layers of clothing, and stand so close to a fire you may be tempted to put your hands and feet right into it. You will feel like you are living this book.
I believe it is Dan Simmons magnum opus. I give it 5 stars not because I'm necesarily going to return and re-read it again anytime soon but because, other than being a tad too long, it is flawless. It doesn't fall into modern traps or pitfalls of always trying to please the reader nor does it have the feeling of a Hollywood movie where you know your main characters are going to survive to the end, regardless of any other surprises.
This is the real deal. Live it. Experience it. Draw from it.
Then pick up some fluffy fun read you can rollercoaster through for 2 days straight to a walloping climax so you can recuperate and recover.
* For fans of the book, you will be glad to know AMC is bringing it to television in the form of a tv series and if that news isn't good enough, Ridley Scott is purportedly producing it and my guess is he may even direct an episode or two.
** There have been several releases of this book, even a few just recently. I prefer the standard-sized 2009 paperback release. It has a little better cover art than some of the others, having distinct yellow and white embossed lettering, and inside and on the back, a lot of cool quotes and kudo's by reviewers and other notable authors.
Kind of fun to read what others have to say about this extraordinary novel.
Highly recommended!!!!!
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January 8, 2009
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January 20, 2009
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August 22, 2012
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Y'know, I've been going back and forth on this one for years now, trying to decide whether or not to get it... I think you just tipped me over into the "okay, I'll get it" category... :-) I've liked most of Simmons' stuff that I've read.
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Holy Shnikes! I think I was still editing my review and already a good comment. Thank you my dear! I hope my review will encourage anybody to tackle this Bible-thick read. It's not for everybody but I think it may one day get the recognition it deserves. I only advise that you read it when all the world has stopped and you have the time to read it at the pace the author intended.
Michael wrote: "Holy Shnikes! I think I was still editing my review and already a good comment. Thank you my dear! I hope my review will encourage anybody to tackle this Bible-thick read. It's not for everybody bu..."
*laugh* Oh, I've read some Dan Simmons - I just posted a couple of my old reviews of his books. I'll keep that in mind...
*laugh* Oh, I've read some Dan Simmons - I just posted a couple of my old reviews of his books. I'll keep that in mind...
I knew you read Dan before -- I saw a review or two of yours somewhere. I just mean this book. It's not like anything else of his.
I'm starting down this Dan Simmons road encouraged by my bookie friends. However, I must say I didn't really like carrion comfort. Hoping this is much better.
Rose wrote: "I'm starting down this Dan Simmons road encouraged by my bookie friends. However, I must say I didn't really like carrion comfort. Hoping this is much better."
I've never read Carrion Comfort but it's one I would like to read someday. I'm certain this book is not like even one pg of any of his other work. There is no possible way even his most loyal fans would ever be able to tell this was written by him. It's really that different. You have to have a world of time on your hands to read this and don't expect much in the way of fun. This is a serious brooding read filled with harsh conditions, relatable but for the most part unlikeable people who are great characters but you probably wouldn't want to make any of them your friend. The situations are bleak and unchangeable. If that sounds like your cup of ice cream, I can't think of a cryptid horror more historically sound and so despairingly realistic. Best read during Winter imo so you may want to pu off tackling it 'til then. And tackle it you will have to bcoz it's just about as thick as The Bible or Moby Dick only not as optimistic as either.
I've never read Carrion Comfort but it's one I would like to read someday. I'm certain this book is not like even one pg of any of his other work. There is no possible way even his most loyal fans would ever be able to tell this was written by him. It's really that different. You have to have a world of time on your hands to read this and don't expect much in the way of fun. This is a serious brooding read filled with harsh conditions, relatable but for the most part unlikeable people who are great characters but you probably wouldn't want to make any of them your friend. The situations are bleak and unchangeable. If that sounds like your cup of ice cream, I can't think of a cryptid horror more historically sound and so despairingly realistic. Best read during Winter imo so you may want to pu off tackling it 'til then. And tackle it you will have to bcoz it's just about as thick as The Bible or Moby Dick only not as optimistic as either.
Ha! I can't physically see its size but do know how big it is. Reading on my Kobo. We didnt have a copy in the store. I like dark, brooding, bleak novels so I, down with that. I'm also a huge fan of survival in harsh conditions kind of books particularly the ice. All those elements together sounds like I will like this one. Fingers crossed. Only 5% in at this point. The only thing is I don't have lots and lots of time on my hands, so ill have to carve out some. Ill get to my Hyperion books someday. On the shelf for now :)
Rose wrote: "Ha! I can't physically see its size but do know how big it is. Reading on my Kobo. We didnt have a copy in the store. I like dark, brooding, bleak novels so I, down with that. I'm also a huge ..."
Thnx to you Rose, I updated my review and found out new info I think just about everyone needs to know. An AMC tv series developed by Ridley Scott and already in the works.
Now you really need to read it!
:)
Thnx to you Rose, I updated my review and found out new info I think just about everyone needs to know. An AMC tv series developed by Ridley Scott and already in the works.
Now you really need to read it!
:)
Leisa wrote: "Sexy Virgo perfection in thought-form.
Now leave it alone.
...Forever!
;}"
Thank you, my dear. I finally think I'm done with this review.
Now leave it alone.
...Forever!
;}"
Thank you, my dear. I finally think I'm done with this review.
Hahaha! My best male friends have always been Virgos. What is it about Virgo men that I manage to always be friends with them?
Okay, off to read the updated review...
Okay, off to read the updated review...
Love the photos.
I saw the names of the boats --Erebus and Terror--and I knew I saw them somewhere before. Turns out they were mentioned in the book Heart of Darkness by Joseph Conrad..aah, so that's what Marlow was talking about when he listed off all these ill-fated voyages... Hm..
I saw the names of the boats --Erebus and Terror--and I knew I saw them somewhere before. Turns out they were mentioned in the book Heart of Darkness by Joseph Conrad..aah, so that's what Marlow was talking about when he listed off all these ill-fated voyages... Hm..
Katy wrote: "Hahaha! My best male friends have always been Virgos. What is it about Virgo men that I manage to always be friends with them?
Okay, off to read the updated review..."
It's bcoz were so loveable and insanely perfectionist about things (and practically 8 yr olds about the other 1/2 of stuff) and the perfectionist-thang goes hand-in-hand with a lot of girls who need guy friends like that who are also in touch w/ their feminine side like big softie macho mike.
:)
*and coz we like girls who are sooper dooper nice like the Katy's in the world. It helps our big virgoism egos stay grounded.
Okay, off to read the updated review..."
It's bcoz were so loveable and insanely perfectionist about things (and practically 8 yr olds about the other 1/2 of stuff) and the perfectionist-thang goes hand-in-hand with a lot of girls who need guy friends like that who are also in touch w/ their feminine side like big softie macho mike.
:)
*and coz we like girls who are sooper dooper nice like the Katy's in the world. It helps our big virgoism egos stay grounded.
Katy wrote: "Damn, that review was SO GOOD that I unliked it and liked it again... LOL"
thnx katy! it's so different and hopefully better that i feel better to know that you like it now rather than then.
thnx katy! it's so different and hopefully better that i feel better to know that you like it now rather than then.
Rose wrote: "Wow what timing! AMC will do it well especially with Ridley behind the wheel!"
I know! Rose, you must have some kind of secret intution for these kinda things. When I talked to you the other day at the bookstore I had just been talking to both Katy and then Leisa about SO MANY of the movies & books we spoke of like you had some witcherly crystal ball in your pocket before I walked in. Then you made a comment on one of my oldest outdated & kinda embarraskinly written reviews that I had to fix it and thus found new info, new book editions, new photos and the most important info of 'em all: the words AMC, Ridley Scott, and The Terror, all in one sentence. I think I just about had an epiphanic moment of bliss rt then. I'm so danged attached to the things I love. This is one of 'em. I'm also drunk rt now coz I went to local Blues fest today and I don't drink but like once every blue moon and I haven't got drunk in yrs but we got half our drinks for free and I was like, *whatevers...bring'm on!* so I'm probly more openly ecstatic about all this Terror stuff than even normal.
:)
I know! Rose, you must have some kind of secret intution for these kinda things. When I talked to you the other day at the bookstore I had just been talking to both Katy and then Leisa about SO MANY of the movies & books we spoke of like you had some witcherly crystal ball in your pocket before I walked in. Then you made a comment on one of my oldest outdated & kinda embarraskinly written reviews that I had to fix it and thus found new info, new book editions, new photos and the most important info of 'em all: the words AMC, Ridley Scott, and The Terror, all in one sentence. I think I just about had an epiphanic moment of bliss rt then. I'm so danged attached to the things I love. This is one of 'em. I'm also drunk rt now coz I went to local Blues fest today and I don't drink but like once every blue moon and I haven't got drunk in yrs but we got half our drinks for free and I was like, *whatevers...bring'm on!* so I'm probly more openly ecstatic about all this Terror stuff than even normal.
:)
Talyn wrote: "Love the photos.
I saw the names of the boats --Erebus and Terror--and I knew I saw them somewhere before. Turns out they were mentioned in the book Heart of Darkness by Joseph Conrad..aah, so th..."
Thnx Talyn! I was surprised to find some of those photos - they weren't around when I first did this review in its primitive and quite 'orrible form. Yes, I did read somewhere that they were mentioned in Heart of Darkness which I've owned for some time now but haven't read, though I will someday. This is an ill-fated voyage but the book is really hard to put down. I think there's even a documentary that goes over this voyage I saw somewhere or one very much similar in outcome that is really oldschool and one I've been wanting to see. Though, no cryptids, unfortunately.
:(
I saw the names of the boats --Erebus and Terror--and I knew I saw them somewhere before. Turns out they were mentioned in the book Heart of Darkness by Joseph Conrad..aah, so th..."
Thnx Talyn! I was surprised to find some of those photos - they weren't around when I first did this review in its primitive and quite 'orrible form. Yes, I did read somewhere that they were mentioned in Heart of Darkness which I've owned for some time now but haven't read, though I will someday. This is an ill-fated voyage but the book is really hard to put down. I think there's even a documentary that goes over this voyage I saw somewhere or one very much similar in outcome that is really oldschool and one I've been wanting to see. Though, no cryptids, unfortunately.
:(
Katy wrote: "Hahaha! My best male friends have always been Virgos. What is it about Virgo men that I manage to always be friends with them?
Okay, off to read the updated review..."
I worship at the temple of Virgo now.
*grovels*
Okay, off to read the updated review..."
I worship at the temple of Virgo now.
*grovels*
Lol! I'm very clued I to these things too Michael. It's so refreshing to meet like minded people, especially in these obscure little areas of ours. Very stoked for this series. You are right, it does take patience to read this. Interesting stuff.
Oh, Rose, you actually know Michael? Lucky you!! He used to live here but that was before I met him, sadly...
Hi Katy. Yes walled into the bookstore I work at. We started talking books of course but quickly for some reason ended up talking movies. I'm always so excited when I meet someone else who loves the old b films. I'm generally alone I'm this area. But I raised my boys on them and they love them too. They are 17 and 20.
Katy wrote: "Oh, Rose, you actually know Michael? Lucky you!! He used to live here but that was before I met him, sadly..."
Rose wrote: "Hi Katy. Yes walked into the bookstore I work at. We started talking books of course but quickly for some reason ended up talking movies. I'm always so excited when I meet someone else who loves the old b films..."
Thanks girls. After reading your comments I'm feeling all warm & fuzzy - this really added to the great day I'm already having.
*hugs*
Rose wrote: "Hi Katy. Yes walked into the bookstore I work at. We started talking books of course but quickly for some reason ended up talking movies. I'm always so excited when I meet someone else who loves the old b films..."
Thanks girls. After reading your comments I'm feeling all warm & fuzzy - this really added to the great day I'm already having.
*hugs*
Excellent reviews Michael! I really enjoy them and like your book choices. Hope to find some real treasures here and steal them for my shelves as well! :)
Maciek wrote: "Excellent reviews Michael! I really enjoy them and like your book choices. Hope to find some real treasures here and steal them for my shelves as well! :)"
Thank you, Maciek! I'm stoked you like them. If you ever need a recommendation lemme know what your in the mood for and I'm sure I can find something that will surprise you. And I'm sure you could recommend some good stuff to me as well.
Thank you, Maciek! I'm stoked you like them. If you ever need a recommendation lemme know what your in the mood for and I'm sure I can find something that will surprise you. And I'm sure you could recommend some good stuff to me as well.
Marvin wrote: "Nice review. This is my favorite Simmons novel."
Thank you, Marvin. I was so fully immersed while reading this that it was hard to break off from the mood and feelings generated from the story.
I liked this more than Hyperion which I liked but thought the reviews were a bit bloated, though I may finish the series someday.
I can't wait to read his new novel, The Abominable, which seems closer in tone to this one though I'm realizing it may be a bit like Congo in the sense that the Yeti's I imagine are part of the storyline may be as scarce as the cryptid Gorillas in Congo, which you can read about how that affected me in my review here: http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/.... And if not, that basically translates as NOT ENOUGH CRYPTIDS FOR ME. But, I still want to read it regardless of that fact.
Thank you, Marvin. I was so fully immersed while reading this that it was hard to break off from the mood and feelings generated from the story.
I liked this more than Hyperion which I liked but thought the reviews were a bit bloated, though I may finish the series someday.
I can't wait to read his new novel, The Abominable, which seems closer in tone to this one though I'm realizing it may be a bit like Congo in the sense that the Yeti's I imagine are part of the storyline may be as scarce as the cryptid Gorillas in Congo, which you can read about how that affected me in my review here: http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/.... And if not, that basically translates as NOT ENOUGH CRYPTIDS FOR ME. But, I still want to read it regardless of that fact.
Tsunami 津波 wrote: "Holy shit! This review is pure win. Now I want to start reading this book ASAP.
Great job."
Thanks, Tsunami! Just remember, it's a slow, plodding (plotting...? :D) book so only read it if you have the patience and greatly in the mood for such fare.
Great job."
Thanks, Tsunami! Just remember, it's a slow, plodding (plotting...? :D) book so only read it if you have the patience and greatly in the mood for such fare.
Tsunami 津波 wrote: "Thank you, Michael. Many readers make a point about the book taking its time to build anything resembling a climax; I never had a problem with an author that builds the plot slowly (and after readi..."
:D
:D
Igor wrote: "Upvote for mentioning Bierce!
Igor"
Thanks, Igor! I loved your review (of The Terror) as well! I totally agreed with it btw!
Igor"
Thanks, Igor! I loved your review (of The Terror) as well! I totally agreed with it btw!
Tsunami wrote: "I'm very glad I read it.
Say, aren't you dying to read The Abominable?
Now I have a mighty need. I could wait for the paperback, but I really want the hardcover.
I hope it comes in bargain because ..."
I do really want to read The Abominable. But. I've read a lot of the reviews so far, in-between-the-lines, and I'm worried that during the reading of it I'm gonna be saying,
But I'm f'sho gonna read it no matter what!
Say, aren't you dying to read The Abominable?
Now I have a mighty need. I could wait for the paperback, but I really want the hardcover.
I hope it comes in bargain because ..."
I do really want to read The Abominable. But. I've read a lot of the reviews so far, in-between-the-lines, and I'm worried that during the reading of it I'm gonna be saying,
But I'm f'sho gonna read it no matter what!
Tsunami wrote: "Tell me about it.
[spoilers removed]
Cos I love me some "taste like chicken" stories.
:D"
Oh, just meaning that I read the abominable snowman might not be in it as much as you'd want and then, from what i understand, it evidently has a sort of anti-climax ending....in other words, one without too much bigfoot, thus my reference, to "Where's the beef?!"
Hopefully, I'm very wrong.
[spoilers removed]
Cos I love me some "taste like chicken" stories.
:D"
Oh, just meaning that I read the abominable snowman might not be in it as much as you'd want and then, from what i understand, it evidently has a sort of anti-climax ending....in other words, one without too much bigfoot, thus my reference, to "Where's the beef?!"
Hopefully, I'm very wrong.
mark wrote: "superb review and I'm really excited to read that this will be coming to AMC!!"
Thanks, Mark! And thanks for being my new friend! :)
Thanks, Mark! And thanks for being my new friend! :)
no prob. I'm enjoying going through your reviews! can't believe I haven't seen them before, we share pretty similar tastes. I love the enthusiasm in your reviews.
mark wrote: "no prob. I'm enjoying going through your reviews! can't believe I haven't seen them before, we share pretty similar tastes. I love the enthusiasm in your reviews."
Oh thanks, Mark! I am a gusher no doubt. I really need to write some more reviews but they take me a while and I'm borrowing a computer nowadays so it's not as easy as it used to be.
I noticed we like a lot of the same stuff, too. It will be fun to see your updates/etc!
Oh thanks, Mark! I am a gusher no doubt. I really need to write some more reviews but they take me a while and I'm borrowing a computer nowadays so it's not as easy as it used to be.
I noticed we like a lot of the same stuff, too. It will be fun to see your updates/etc!
Arah-Lynda wrote: "Fantastic Review! Amazing artwork. Cannot tell you how much I enjoyed this. Bravo!"
Awww, thank you so much Arah-Lynda!
Awww, thank you so much Arah-Lynda!
Marvin wrote: "Nice review. This is my favorite Simmons novel."
Agreed on both points. I appreciate the heads up on the TV series. Looking forward to that.
Agreed on both points. I appreciate the heads up on the TV series. Looking forward to that.
Edward wrote: "Terrific review. Bumping this one up the TBR. Thanks!"
Oh gosh, Edward! I'm sorry I didn't reply sooner! My GR notifications have been horrible lately. So bad, in fact, I'm having to read them through my email notifications and coming to the comments back-door style.
I know a lot of the books you like, and I think this may be one of them. Worth giving it a try at least ;)
Oh gosh, Edward! I'm sorry I didn't reply sooner! My GR notifications have been horrible lately. So bad, in fact, I'm having to read them through my email notifications and coming to the comments back-door style.
I know a lot of the books you like, and I think this may be one of them. Worth giving it a try at least ;)
11811 (Eleven) wrote: "Marvin wrote: "Nice review. This is my favorite Simmons novel."
Agreed on both points. I appreciate the heads up on the TV series. Looking forward to that."
Definitely. Only....I see there hasn't been much development on the TV series as I would expect by this point so maybe they hit an ice wall, not sure. I imagine if it didn't work out that eventually a tv series or high budget movie will come about, eventually. Let's hope! :)
Agreed on both points. I appreciate the heads up on the TV series. Looking forward to that."
Definitely. Only....I see there hasn't been much development on the TV series as I would expect by this point so maybe they hit an ice wall, not sure. I imagine if it didn't work out that eventually a tv series or high budget movie will come about, eventually. Let's hope! :)