Review of Ultra Top Secret SCI

[Seetha E]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Ultra Top Secret SCI" by Elton M Hudgins jr.]

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4 out of 5 stars

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The book begins with a 3 a.m. call from the Secretary of Defense to the President regarding a national security issue that cannot wait until morning. In May 2011, a helicopter was discovered in a cave in Afghanistan. After an extensive study and carbon dating, they established that it was a 5,000-year-old Air Force helicopter. However, the aircraft model did not exist in 2011, and the documents found in the aircraft indicated that it would not be manufactured until 2021. Furthermore, it was assigned to a future aircraft carrier named the USS John McCain.

The novel delves into the concept of merging micro-black holes that emit waves grazing Earth, resulting in localized extreme weather and leading to time travel. In this intriguing plot, military pilots encounter historical figures and events that have significantly shaped human history, challenging existing religious beliefs. Dive into Elton M. Hudgins' science fiction novel Ultra Top Secret SCI: Operation Foretold to unravel the mystery. 
 
The author, a native of Mathews County, Virginia, draws from his extensive career with the United States Air Force and his passion for golf to add depth to the characters and the plot. The book beautifully captures the work ethic and camaraderie among the characters. The insights on leadership and decision-making are particularly noteworthy and will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression.

The author adeptly incorporates historical facts and pertinent local details, gradually providing background information as the narrative unfolds. These include intriguing facts about diverse aircraft and their manufacturing, the deadrise boat, information about the vimana in ancient Hindu scriptures, and more. These details, along with depictions of activities in various locales, significantly contribute to the informative aspect of the book.

Additionally, the narrative encompasses a well-balanced infusion of humor that resonates with the experiences of individuals in the armed forces. Particularly noteworthy are the instances of humor that vividly describe the hard-shell blue crab, explain baseball rules when the count is 3 and 0, elaborate names decided by peers, narrate the prank that declared Eli an integral part of the funeral business, and all the anecdotes under the prompt "Hey, did I tell you about..." Collectively, all these elements breathe life into the plot and the aviator characters and add to the entertainment value.

While I appreciated the humor and informative content, I initially found it slightly challenging to grasp the plot. I had to revisit the initial sections to ensure I understood the storyline. However, as the story progressed, all the characters fell into place. Therefore, this initial confusion did not impact my overall rating. I also admire how the author concluded the book, but I won't elaborate further to avoid spoilers. While Christine and Mo were my favorite characters, I must say that every character added value and was well-written and engaging.

During my reading, I did notice some errors. I recommend a re-edit to ensure a flawless book. Regrettably, the presence of these errors led me to deduct one star from my rating. Thus, I rate it 4 out of 5 stars. Nevertheless, I found the book to be highly engaging and exceptionally well-written.

Despite the author's indication that this is his first and likely final venture in fiction writing, I see potential for a sequel. This book is well-suited for science fiction enthusiasts, particularly due to its innovative and unconventional approach to time travel. The narrative presents an enthralling plot and intricately captivating characters, making it a compelling read for mature audiences.

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[Amy Luman]

Science fiction is my favorite genre andI am especially intrigued by time travel. Even though it is a difficult concept to grasp with all the higher order mathematics and physics involved, it is surely possible. Thanks!

[Charmaine Mahlangu]

I must applaud ypu I dont think I wpuld have finished the book so your are truly one if a kind. The review is good and straight forward but honestly not the genre I would choose. Judging by the book cover as well I would have mistaken it for a children's book.

[NetMassimo]

This novel makes an intriguing use of time travel and I'm curious to see what parts ot the plot challenge religious beliefs. I hope the author does another round of proofreading to make it excellent. Thank you for your great review!

[Anu Anand]

That 5000 year old helicopter part really caught my attention. The mix of science fiction, history, and humor sounds like a lot going on but in a fun way. I liked how you pointed out the characters and other details too, like vimana. Thanks for sharing this one..!