Review of Sent to Watch
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Review of Sent to Watch
[Following is a volunteer review of "Sent to Watch" by David J. Lebenstein.]
The Interplanetary Confederation cautiously examines every Earth to be sure their technological and cultural levels are high enough to join the union. Teams of field agents are sent to live among the indigenous, learning about them and the most powerful regions available. In Earth 48; Prussia, England, Spain, USA, and France dominated the beginning of the 19th century and focussed all the attention of Agent Vlaris’ team. In a world still convulsed after Napoleon’s fall, which country will develop the most in the next centuries? When a new threat appears in the borders of space, will this be enough to protect the inhabitants of Earth 48?
Sent to Watch, by David J. Lebenstein, explores some of the main historical events of the 19th century with a different approach to the conventional books. Mixing fantastic literature with cared research about this time and its political and economic milestones, especially for London society. Love, revenge, and war are just some of the central topics for a complex plot that will trap the readers and leave them in need of more.
I have enjoyed reading this book and seeing how the author perfectly harmonizes the historical and fantastic, the real and the invented, in a great story. Reading this book, it’s evident how much effort the author has put into creating a sensible background for his novel, where every piece has a place in the picture. It almost looks like too much effort to be a one-standing story, and I would like to see this made into a saga, even if it looks unlikely attending to the plot. I liked as well how Lebenstein builds the relationships between all the characters, giving them their time to grow and develop.
If I have to appoint any negative aspect, I think some moments can appear a bit slow for the reader are names and dates can be difficult to follow, and it becomes necessary to read some paragraphs more than once to fully understand them.
I have only found four minor errors during the reading of this novel, with no consequences for the overall reading experience. Because of all of the above, I rate this book with 5 out of 5 stars.
I consider this book will be interesting for any reader interested in history or who likes sci-fi novels. Readers who want to make a first approach to those genders may find it a good option. Some topics in the novel could make some readers feel uneasy, such as death or miscarriage, which are necessary for the story. I would recommend the book to readers over 14 years old. I think this book is equally appropriate for readers of all religions and beliefs.
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Sent to Watch
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The Interplanetary Confederation cautiously examines every Earth to be sure their technological and cultural levels are high enough to join the union. Teams of field agents are sent to live among the indigenous, learning about them and the most powerful regions available. In Earth 48; Prussia, England, Spain, USA, and France dominated the beginning of the 19th century and focussed all the attention of Agent Vlaris’ team. In a world still convulsed after Napoleon’s fall, which country will develop the most in the next centuries? When a new threat appears in the borders of space, will this be enough to protect the inhabitants of Earth 48?
Sent to Watch, by David J. Lebenstein, explores some of the main historical events of the 19th century with a different approach to the conventional books. Mixing fantastic literature with cared research about this time and its political and economic milestones, especially for London society. Love, revenge, and war are just some of the central topics for a complex plot that will trap the readers and leave them in need of more.
I have enjoyed reading this book and seeing how the author perfectly harmonizes the historical and fantastic, the real and the invented, in a great story. Reading this book, it’s evident how much effort the author has put into creating a sensible background for his novel, where every piece has a place in the picture. It almost looks like too much effort to be a one-standing story, and I would like to see this made into a saga, even if it looks unlikely attending to the plot. I liked as well how Lebenstein builds the relationships between all the characters, giving them their time to grow and develop.
If I have to appoint any negative aspect, I think some moments can appear a bit slow for the reader are names and dates can be difficult to follow, and it becomes necessary to read some paragraphs more than once to fully understand them.
I have only found four minor errors during the reading of this novel, with no consequences for the overall reading experience. Because of all of the above, I rate this book with 5 out of 5 stars.
I consider this book will be interesting for any reader interested in history or who likes sci-fi novels. Readers who want to make a first approach to those genders may find it a good option. Some topics in the novel could make some readers feel uneasy, such as death or miscarriage, which are necessary for the story. I would recommend the book to readers over 14 years old. I think this book is equally appropriate for readers of all religions and beliefs.
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Sent to Watch
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