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Review of Nowhere to Hide
[Following is a volunteer review of "Nowhere to Hide" by Jude Austin.]
Kata, who longed for nothing more than a peaceful existence free from the shackles of captivity and the pain of betrayal, has at last been set free. Simultaneously, Tau, his friend from those gloomy times, arrived on an unfamiliar planet and struggled to navigate the peculiarities of human life. For a while, it appeared as though they might succeed, finding a level of peace they had never experienced before. Then, suddenly, a group of incredibly skilled Holin killers ripped through a military hospital, their assault igniting a fire that could have destroyed the entire galaxy. Kata's meticulously planned strategies to remain concealed fell apart like a shoddy sweater, and Tau was sucked into the turmoil. They now have to decide whether danger is only their shadow, always one step behind them, or if they can claw their way back to some form of calm.
I must say I like the way the relationships between the characters are developed. The story revolves around Kata, a young man who has emotional scars from his traumatic background. Austin depicts how this experience realistically affects Kata's relationships, from his hesitancy with people he doesn't know to the gradual development of a bond with Alan. I like the author's writing style. I feel like she took her time, as it appears her ideas aren't rushed at all. I also like that the book can be read and understood well as a standalone. Although I believe that for one to fully enjoy the story, one would need to read the previous books in the series. But like I said earlier, it still didn't subtract from my enjoyment of the book. Another thing that amuses me is that despite its really long length, the book didn't get boring for me at any point. The book contains high profanity and many violence scenes and themes like murder. So it is advised that readers below 18 should sit this one out.
In addition to the author's distinct writing style, I adore the book's plot. Jude Austin is an author who has established a domain for science-based fiction in the field of futurism. She avoids a number of typical sci-fi clichés, such as sophisticated otherworldly adventures and advanced tech combat, in favor of character-centric tales depicting near-utopian worlds. Although Austin incorporates creative new aspects into her universes, she strives to maintain a scientific foundation and emphasize social interactions. I really enjoyed Austin's ability to build a whole new imaginary world on mere pages through words. I liked that I was able to just use my imagination as I read on to bring these fictional places to life. In addition to raising moral concerns about what makes us genuinely human, this book deftly examines how trauma shapes one's well-being in general. I found nothing at all to dislike about this book, and so I award it 5 out of 5 stars. It also has perfect editing, as I found zero errors while reading it.
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Kata, who longed for nothing more than a peaceful existence free from the shackles of captivity and the pain of betrayal, has at last been set free. Simultaneously, Tau, his friend from those gloomy times, arrived on an unfamiliar planet and struggled to navigate the peculiarities of human life. For a while, it appeared as though they might succeed, finding a level of peace they had never experienced before. Then, suddenly, a group of incredibly skilled Holin killers ripped through a military hospital, their assault igniting a fire that could have destroyed the entire galaxy. Kata's meticulously planned strategies to remain concealed fell apart like a shoddy sweater, and Tau was sucked into the turmoil. They now have to decide whether danger is only their shadow, always one step behind them, or if they can claw their way back to some form of calm.
I must say I like the way the relationships between the characters are developed. The story revolves around Kata, a young man who has emotional scars from his traumatic background. Austin depicts how this experience realistically affects Kata's relationships, from his hesitancy with people he doesn't know to the gradual development of a bond with Alan. I like the author's writing style. I feel like she took her time, as it appears her ideas aren't rushed at all. I also like that the book can be read and understood well as a standalone. Although I believe that for one to fully enjoy the story, one would need to read the previous books in the series. But like I said earlier, it still didn't subtract from my enjoyment of the book. Another thing that amuses me is that despite its really long length, the book didn't get boring for me at any point. The book contains high profanity and many violence scenes and themes like murder. So it is advised that readers below 18 should sit this one out.
In addition to the author's distinct writing style, I adore the book's plot. Jude Austin is an author who has established a domain for science-based fiction in the field of futurism. She avoids a number of typical sci-fi clichés, such as sophisticated otherworldly adventures and advanced tech combat, in favor of character-centric tales depicting near-utopian worlds. Although Austin incorporates creative new aspects into her universes, she strives to maintain a scientific foundation and emphasize social interactions. I really enjoyed Austin's ability to build a whole new imaginary world on mere pages through words. I liked that I was able to just use my imagination as I read on to bring these fictional places to life. In addition to raising moral concerns about what makes us genuinely human, this book deftly examines how trauma shapes one's well-being in general. I found nothing at all to dislike about this book, and so I award it 5 out of 5 stars. It also has perfect editing, as I found zero errors while reading it.
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