Official Review: Violation of Paradise by B.C.Chase

Nathrad Sheare · Post by **Nathrad Sheare** » 09 Dec 2014, 09:41

[Following is the official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Violation of Paradise" by B.C.Chase.]

3 out of 4 stars

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I can definitely say this, the second volume of B.C. Chase's series, "Paradesia," is an intriguing read. Chase threads together several seemingly unrelated stories to draw us into a future of our world that is immersed in disease, discovery, and the darkest of possibilities. Chase keeps us guessing until the end, and even there doesn't leave us without question as to what the outcome of the last installment will be.

The abduction of a boy, the discovery of a mummy, the inexplicable breakout of a horrific disease, and a scientist's surprise at the bottom of a lake- these serve to provoke a few of Chase's characters to the point of some rather sinister action and inspire a reader to ask himself questions like "What would I do to save my children?" and "How would my conscience serve me in a crisis situation?" Nothing is pretty and no one is safe in this dramatic thriller that convinces enough to almost shove a reader out into cyberspace on a quest for information on the possibility of the plot's future realization.

A good thriller is hard to come by, and I must write that I was genuinely absorbed in a few pages here and there, wondering all about the hows, whys, and whats that abound in the novel. I'm tempted toward a few spoilers, but I will restrain myself for the moment and simply quote the words that may be the most exciting in the entire story: "Daddy, I saw eyes."

Usually novels are written in such a way that readers are gradually enveloped in their authors' creative worlds. The process of immersion occurs over the course of a few chapters or sections. "Violation of Paradise," however, grabs a reader by the ankles on the first page and keeps him hung upside down in a vat of suspense and wonder until the last sentence has been read. Phrases throughout may not shimmer with invention or bite with sharp humor, but Chase keeps things moving along with a satisfying "realism," combining as many elements as will make his characters believable while putting a smile or one of a hundred expressions of shock on his readers' faces. This is to say that the desired high F isn't always where it might best be heard, but the C is fine.

In short, "Violation of Paradise" is a novel I would recommend. It is not only for the biggest fans of science fiction, but is comprised of much that would catch the eye of any drama junkie or literary hipster. For those who can't kick the compulsion to finish a book once they've started, regardless of the necessities of nourishment, nighttime rejouvenation, and person-to-person communication, the novel's brevity will, I'm sure, be much appreciated. I rate "Violation of Paradise" 3 out of 4 stars.

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Janiac02 · Post by **Janiac02** » 04 Jan 2015, 14:53

Nathrad Sheare wrote:
This is to say that the desired high F isn't always where it might best be heard, but the C is fine.

I enjoyed the opera reference, and of course the Maria Callas avatar that goes splendidly along with it.

This story sounds gripping. The fact that it is part of a series of books is icing on the cake.

Skillian · Post by **Skillian** » 04 Jan 2015, 15:03

This sounds good. Thanks for the great review!

Nathrad Sheare · Post by **Nathrad Sheare** » 10 Jan 2015, 01:15

Janiac02:

I did enjoy some elements of the book. It's definitely fast- paced, and there are some interesting plot points.

And just when you think it might start stalling... Another chapter!

I'm a big fan of opera, and Maria Callas has a heck of a lot to do with my infatuation. I'm glad you appreciated the reference.

Skillian:

I'm glad you liked it. I'll be reading yours now!