Review of The Tunnels of Earth

Kennedy NC · Post by **Kennedy NC** » 14 Mar 2022, 08:43

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "The Tunnels of Earth" by Frederick W Carpenter.]

4 out of 4 stars

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Aliens, are they real? Do they exist? Do they really have technological advancements way above ours? What are their plans for us? The Tunnels Of Earth by Frederick Carpenter is a science-fiction novel that begins with the disappearance of a ship called the Mist of the Atlantic. We are introduced to Aquidneck Island, an island consisting of three towns: Newport, Middletown, and Portsmouth.

Morris Wellman is at the beach when a strange incident occurs, and smoke fills the beach. This leads to people running for their lives as the smoke is deemed destructive. Firefighters unsuccessfully try to stop the smoke from spreading, and the people are made to evacuate their homes. What is the cause of this smoke? Is there a connection between the disappearance of the Mist of the Atlantic and the appearance of the smoke? Read this book to find out.

I found a good number of positive aspects in this book. I loved how the author employed the omniscient point of view in telling his story. This allowed him to effectively give reports on the situation of all the characters in the book. I got a first-hand idea of how misunderstandings can lead to unnecessary and painful consequences. This made me rethink some of my actions towards people and make a mental note to communicate more in order to avoid situations like that.

I was amazed by how scientists, researchers, police officers, doctors, and several others like the armed forces put themselves on the line to ensure the safety of the people. I witnessed people willing to take the risk of death to ensure that a solution is discovered. I wondered how much love for one's country it takes to do that. The actions of these bodies can be seen in several cases we have experienced in the world today, such as COVID-19, Ebola virus, and so on. I loved that the book felt real, and the individual's actions did not seem far from what humans would do in the same situation. I especially liked it when the author included that there were spectators willing to risk their lives to watch a dangerous scene unfold; I agreed that that was typical of most people.

The author told the story in a simple and expressive language. I found only a few errors in the book; it was professionally edited. The only negative aspect I found in this book was the fact that the book was a bit slow-paced at first, and I had to wait for the good parts to begin patiently. Frederick has done an excellent job, and I rate this book four out of four stars. While the book was a bit slow-paced, it contained a lot of value and would be well appreciated by its intended audience. I did not rate it lower because the negative aspect I found did not affect my appreciation of the book.

This book is recommended to lovers of science fiction. The terms used in the book and the book's storyline clearly indicate this. However, anyone looking for a mystery-filled book can read this too.

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Aisha Yakub · Post by **Aisha Yakub** » 13 Apr 2022, 10:36

All the people listed in the fourth paragraph deserve more accolades for their service to earth. Great review.

Amy Luman · Post by **Amy Luman** » 13 Apr 2022, 10:52

I think that it’s almost the height of arrogance for the humans of earth to believe that we are the only “intelligent” creatures in the universe. Furthermore, why would visitors come peacefully when it is almost certain we won’t receive them that way?

Precious_Nzeakor · Post by **Precious_Nzeakor** » 13 Apr 2022, 11:10

I have always been intrigued about the reality of aliens(in the way past recounts tell of them) I would love a different experience from a different pov. Great review.

Patty Allread · Post by **Patty Allread** » 13 Apr 2022, 11:40

The human response to disaster seems to add a lot of credibility to this book about a disaster linked with an alien occurrence on earth. Good review!

zekgeh · Post by **zekgeh** » 13 Apr 2022, 14:01

The story line of this book seems interesting, and as a lover of sci-fi, I can't wait to read this. Great review.

Ceeco2002 · Post by **Ceeco2002** » 13 Apr 2022, 23:42

I find stories that involve aliens quite fascinating. I wonder what could be the cause of this dangerous smoke. Excellent review!

Oyedele Tomijane · Post by **Oyedele Tomijane** » 14 Apr 2022, 08:58

Oh, I would love to read the book. Humans can be terrible; agreed. However, at the same time, humans can be beautiful. Putting everything else on the line in other to save others. Thanks for this lovely review.

Elijah0007 · Post by **Elijah0007** » 15 Apr 2022, 14:02

Aliens? I'm intrigued. I wonder how they are depicted in this novel. Thanks for the succinct review.

NetMassimo · Post by **NetMassimo** » 05 May 2022, 15:44

This seems like an engaging novel that contains some classic science fiction elements with a more "modern" character development. Thank you for your great review!