Review of Ark of the Apocalypse

[Mary Rose Cajayon]

[Following is a volunteer review of "Ark of the Apocalypse" by Tobin Marks.]

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4 out of 4 stars

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Nadeshda Yanbeyeva is not born yet but she is already fated as the strongest and most powerful Yanbeyeva that will lead the family to their "Path". The family visions a new Earth; healthy and uncorrupted led by humans originated from their own bloodlines. Mother Olga, her aunt and predecessor knows Nadya is the key for the realization of the "Path". She becomes a geneticist of extreme intelligence and also possesses the ability to see the future. As the Earth's end is looming due to climate change, the two powerful countries, America and Russia fund the building of an arkship, Magellan II to send the first batch of humans to a new planet capable of supporting life, Kepler 3211a. Dr. Yanbeyeva, together with her husband is among the human colonists. Nadya and the crew are put to a deep sleep during the ten year journey. The ship successfully reaches the orbit of the new planet, they later called Aqueous. Captain Troy, the commander-in-chief and all the crew are jubilant and have been already planning to land knowing they have found a new home, but Nadya knows otherwise. Her visions reveal that dangers await them. Going back to Earth is no longer an option for Earth is destroyed and inhabitable. She tries to warn the Captain but he wouldn't listen. How can she save the crew from sure death? What dangers await them? Will they succeed in establishing human colony in the new planet? She has so many confusing visions. She finds all the answers in Aqueous.

Ark of the Apocalypse by Tobin Marks is an amazing book. The author succeeded in keeping the excitement and thrill from the very beginning up to the end. He has a vast knowledge in astronomy combined with engineering, world politics, environment, astral projection and foretelling. The characters were perfectly created that until now they are painted in my memory. I loved Nadya. She was the epitome of a woman who had it all and yet so humble. The characters of the engineers and the soldiers were all inspiring. They gave hope to humankind. Their fate, however tore my heart. I also loved the humor between Serge Moroz and Captain Troy. They made me smile after crying. This book evoked all emotions. I cried, I laughed, I got inspired, I got upset. It was compelling that I finished reading it for only three days. The plot was really exciting and unpredictable. Up to the end of the story, I was not able to guess the outcome and the ending. It brought me to well of tears. This is indeed a great book worthy of one's precious time.

What I liked most about this book was its story content. It pictured the real condition of the Earth we are living now. Our only planet is dying now. I couldn't agree more with the author and his views on many topics such as climate change, world politics, greed and world wars. It is awakening in the sense that everything described in the book is happening now that I couldn't help but feel fear for my life and for my love ones. There were many lessons learned and I think this is one of the best books I have read. There was nothing I disliked about the book because it was well -written, well-researched and timely.

I noticed only one error. It was a typo and for that I believe this was professionally edited which made my reading endearing. Thus, I give it 4 out of 4 stars.

I recommend this book to readers who are 16 years old and above because of the bloody and violent wars and some curse words. There were also couple of scenes that in my judgment were sexual and erotic. I believe these things are inappropriate for young readers.

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[Mary Rose Cajayon]

Ark of Apocalyse is a sci-fi thriller that talks about a powerful family that believes in destroying the old Earth to give way for a new Earth.The readers will surely be glued to reading as the writer is so brilliant in sustaining the level of thrill and excitement by keeping you guess as to what will happen next and the characters are well crafted that you can easily relate to them.This is definitely a good read to all who love this genre.

[Ruchi Raina]

The book sounds amazing. I would love to know how Nadya would save her people from the dangers that await them on another planet. The author has also subtly tried to warn the readers about the repercussions that we may have to face due to climate change. Thanks for the intriguing review.

[Mary Rose Cajayon]

Yes! Thank you! The book is timely and an eye opener as the events described in the story seem to be the path that our planet is going to.I really hope it wont be the fate Earth.