Review of Sent to Watch

[Ejoh Ebube]

[Following is a volunteer review of "Sent to Watch" by David J. Lebenstein.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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"Sent to Watch" by David J. Lebenstein is a sci-fi book about an interplanetary intelligence service called the Confederation of Civilized Planets that watches over 52 different Earth-like planets. Some of these planets are friendly members of the consortium; some are being observed; and some don't want to join at all. Earth 48 is one of the most watched planets and stands out because its inhabitants are mostly right-handed instead of left-handed, like on other planets. Agents are sent to different continents on this Earth, with a focus on the British Empire. The story happens during the Battle of Waterloo in 1815. The agents face challenges, and their team leader breaks a big rule. Did they succeed in their mission? You can grab a copy to find out!
 
In "Sent to Watch," the author has agents use different names depending on where they are. Major Robert Weatherby becomes Agent Ori Svavapass, a math teacher, and Unni becomes Jenny Carter, a simple country girl, among others. It's not just about names; they also change how they act to fit in better. It's intriguing how they adapt to their new roles so completely, speaking to their professionalism as undercover agents!
 
The confederation was threatened by the expanding Vittmian Empire, ruled by a dictator. At first, the confederation tried not to interfere, but the Vittmians saw their agents as threats and attacked their base. The fighting stopped when the Vittmians asked for peace. Both sides signed a treaty to end the conflict. "Sent to Watch" shows the world's problems and how people often put their own interests first. It brings attention to the divide in goals, with some people focused only on personal gain. Reading the book feels like watching everything unfold at once, pulling the reader right into the story. I loved everything about it and disliked nothing.
 
David J. Lebenstein has crafted a literary masterpiece that truly deserves a five-out-of-five-star rating. This book isn't just a story; it's a portal to an enlightening and captivating journey. Impeccable editing guarantees a seamless and delightful reading journey without room for errors, making it essential for those craving both knowledge and enjoyment from their reading material. I highly recommend it for lovers of educational and sci-fi novels.

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