Official Review: Enemy Immortal by Jim Meeks-Johnson

NetMassimo · Post by **NetMassimo** » 09 Mar 2020, 08:10

raqstar1 wrote: ↑09 Mar 2020, 06:29 Thanks for the review. I enjoy finding new worlds and universes that are well developed and it sounds like this one is.

Indeed world-building is one of its strong points!

NetMassimo · Post by **NetMassimo** » 09 Mar 2020, 08:13

Misael wrote: ↑09 Mar 2020, 06:59 Reading science fiction books specificallly those that deal with aliens and futuristic worlds has always been a challenge for me because of the barrage of unfamiliar terms and names and what have yous. This novel seemed carefully thought out and well written so I am tempted to try this one.

Amazon's sample can give you an idea of this novel's linguistic complexity.

NetMassimo · Post by **NetMassimo** » 09 Mar 2020, 08:14

AntonelaMaria wrote: ↑09 Mar 2020, 07:01 Sci-fi is not a genre that I read at all or heardly ever. So, I don't know much about it and I heard about space opera but I really don't know much. Your review is interesting and gives great pointers for sci-fi readers who want to give this book a chance. Good job!

Thank you for your appreciation.

NetMassimo · Post by **NetMassimo** » 09 Mar 2020, 08:15

biblichore_pages wrote: ↑09 Mar 2020, 07:19 Okay this is another fictional story which sounds so much interesting. Excellent review.

Thank you for your appreciation.

Jacktone Ogada · Post by **Jacktone Ogada** » 09 Mar 2020, 08:17

A tread with a few aliens wouldn't be bad at all after reading so much non fiction books. Your review makes it look like a really action packed piece.

NetMassimo · Post by **NetMassimo** » 09 Mar 2020, 08:19

Ms Vinkel wrote: ↑09 Mar 2020, 07:31 With 6 chapters for free reading, this book's sample is generous. It gave me some Isaac Asimov feels when I read some hints of feminism. While I'm doubtful of the main villain's character (Umlac didn't appeal to me), I'll still add this on my to-read list.

NetMassimo wrote: ↑23 Jan 2020, 08:05 The novel contains no profanities and there are only very mild sexual innuendos between two human characters, so anybody can read it.
Thank you so much for the review! I only read the sample so the reassurance of no profanities is a plus.

Thank you for your appreciation. Have fun!

NetMassimo · Post by **NetMassimo** » 09 Mar 2020, 08:20

rbrochhausen wrote: ↑09 Mar 2020, 07:52 The term 'space opera' kind of scares me away. However, science fiction definitely suits me. Maybe I'll give it a try. Thanks for the review!

You're welcome!

NetMassimo · Post by **NetMassimo** » 09 Mar 2020, 08:20

Mounce574 wrote: ↑09 Mar 2020, 08:00 I find the development of the characters, human and nonhuman, is generally difficult but I agree with you on how well the author was able to execute the skill. I am generally not a fan of science fiction but this may be an interesting read. Great review with the right amount of highlights.

Thank you for your appreciation.

Aan Granados · Post by **Aan Granados** » 09 Mar 2020, 08:21

I am not a fan of sci-fi books, but this seems like fans of this genre would enjoy reading. Thanks for your review.

Tim Terry · Post by **Tim Terry** » 09 Mar 2020, 08:22

This book sounds like a book in the grand tradition of Space Opera from the Golden Age of Science Fiction, and reminds me particularly of E. E. 'doc' Smith's works. The diversity of alien races and characters sounds just like his Lensman series, however, according to the review, this book sounds like it is wriiten much better! I am looking forward to reading this, as I love the theme of alien races with advanced technologies. Your review is marvellously descriptive and informative.

NetMassimo · Post by **NetMassimo** » 09 Mar 2020, 08:22

Jacktone Ogada wrote: ↑09 Mar 2020, 08:17 A tread with a few aliens wouldn't be bad at all after reading so much non fiction books. Your review makes it look like a really action packed piece.

I can confirm that there's a lot of action.

NetMassimo · Post by **NetMassimo** » 09 Mar 2020, 08:23

Mmg8464 wrote: ↑09 Mar 2020, 08:21 I am not a fan of sci-fi books, but this seems like fans of this genre would enjoy reading. Thanks for your review.

Yes, science fiction fans are definitely the target. Thank you for your comment.

NetMassimo · Post by **NetMassimo** » 09 Mar 2020, 08:25

timd wrote: ↑09 Mar 2020, 08:22 This book sounds like a book in the grand tradition of Space Opera from the Golden Age of Science Fiction, and reminds me particularly of E. E. 'doc' Smith's works. The diversity of alien races and characters sounds just like his Lensman series, however, according to the review, this book sounds like it is wriiten much better! I am looking forward to reading this, as I love the theme of alien races with advanced technologies. Your review is marvellously descriptive and informative.

Doc Smith inspired generations of writers, but throughout the decades science fiction has become more sophisticated. Thank you for your appreciation.

Tars · Post by **Tars** » 09 Mar 2020, 08:28

You call it opera, I say adventure. And you will never know how much I enjoy space adventure! I really like what review description of current one is, so very interesting in all counts. Definitely, "must read" Thank you for recommendation and congrats on BOTD!

Post by **Ngozi Onyibor** » 09 Mar 2020, 08:30

When brilliant world-building is merged with a medley of well-developed characters, the end result is always a masterpiece. I am looking forward to reading the rest of the story.