Official Review: Guardians of the Solar Shield
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Official Review: Guardians of the Solar Shield
Guardians of the Solar Shield by Sam Bleicher is a Sci-Fi/Fantasy set in 2032. Most events occur in New York, but some events will also occur in Wuhan and Moscow. Living in a world in which the effects of global warming have already caused permanent damage to several ecosystems and cities, world authorities have decided to launch the Solar Shield Project, which are mirrors that delay the effects of global warming.
Although built with a humanitarian purpose in mind, the SSP mirror system was built in a hurry without considering some economic and social aspects. Although some climate activists look with disdain at the economy, the impact of the mirror shadows on tropical tourism could ruin entire countries and leave populations in a state of misery. Based on this possibility, the World Bank Vice-Presidency in Washington decides to intervene to help a specific country. The problem is that the change in the "perpendicular deviation" of mirrors should not benefit any particular country. The United Nations must be unbiased, and the plot develops from the discovery of favoritism and hackers trying to change the position of mirrors to make extortion.
One aspect that stands out in this book is character development. The author has successfully created three-dimensional characters that are trustworthy and consistent with their personalities and aspirations. The book has three main characters: Robert Fauré, Commander of the SSPC (UN Space Shield Project Command), Sanjay Bhattachar Jay, Executive Assistant to Commander Fauré) and Kelly O'Rourke, SSPC Officer, a former female officer of the Irish Air Force. Fauré is the most powerful character since he makes the most critical decisions, but he has an internal conflict and always has to seek a middle ground solution between doing what is suitable and possible. Jay is the subordinate who does not allow anything to hinder the performance of his duties. Kelly is a brilliant and talented newcomer, but she is also erratic and often lets her feelings take over.
Another aspect worthy of praise is the author's knowledge of lobbying activities and economics. Sam Bleicher is a graduate of Harvard Law School and Northwestern University, Phi Beta Kappa with Honors in Economics. Many authors try to venture into the fantastic world of Sci-Fi/Fantasy, but in most cases, the plot seems too absurd even for a literary genre that has to cope with the absurd and supernatural. This book, however, appears to be a reliable continuation of the current reality. I didn't find anything negative to mention. There is only one insignificant grammatical error. The book was read and reread and had the help of a professional.
All things considered, Guardians of the Solar Shield deserves four out of four stars. This witty, thought-provoking, and spectacular work has no apparent flaw. There is no reason not to give it the perfect score. I recommend it to all those who love Sci-Fi/Fantasy and are interested in global warming.
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You an I, tonight!
You may forget the warmth he gave,
I will forget the light.
When you have done, pray tell me
That I my thoughts may dim;
Haste! lest while you're lagging.
I may remember him!
Emily Dickinson
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Too bad. I would've liked to see a male character be the emotional one, instead of the author falling into the cliche of women being erratic and dominated by their feelings.Fauré is the most powerful character since he makes the most critical decisions, but he has an internal conflict and always has to seek a middle ground solution between doing what is suitable and possible. Jay is the subordinate who does not allow anything to hinder the performance of his duties. Kelly is a brilliant and talented newcomer, but she is also erratic and often lets her feelings take over.
That's what's scary! I can see how the author's expertise provides an accurate narrative but climate change is a very real threat that makes me anxious.Another aspect worthy of praise is the author's knowledge of lobbying activities and economics. Sam Bleicher is a graduate of Harvard Law School and Northwestern University, Phi Beta Kappa with Honors in Economics. Many authors try to venture into the fantastic world of Sci-Fi/Fantasy, but in most cases, the plot seems too absurd even for a literary genre that has to cope with the absurd and supernatural. This book, however, appears to be a reliable continuation of the current reality.
A great, analytical review. Thanks.
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