Review of Pulse: Book One

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Review of Pulse: Book One

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[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Pulse: Book One" by B.A. Bellec.]
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4 out of 4 stars
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Having established a deathlike grip on all the economy sections, Pulse Corporation, owned by the Sharpe family, uses its pervasive influence to stifle competition and keep the populace subservient to them. All forms of opposition are dealt with using any means necessary, irrespective of details concerning the legalities involved. Despite all these, the Anti-Pulse Movement (APM) — a secretive organization whose sole mission is to open up the can of worms that is Pulse to the full view of the watching world — works tirelessly in opposition to Pulse and all it stands for. All eyes are focused on the upcoming "Pulsefest," a program capable of either enthroning the Sharpes and their hegemony permanently or destroying everything for which they have worked. Who will prevail in this battle set in an apocalyptic future?

Pulse: Book One by B.A. Bellec is an action-packed novel about the battle between good and evil. It is a very graphic and detailed work that includes more than your fair share of grizzly scenes to qualify it as a horror story. The exciting storyline creates the premise that this is the first book in a series, and with what this book has to offer so far, I can comfortably say the series is worth anticipating.

I am impressed with the author's method of telling his story. The conversations are set aside so as not to confuse the reader regarding the characters' intentions. Despite this simplicity, the story maintains its suspense right until the end. The majority of the characters in the book are pretty well developed, and their individual background stories will withstand the test of scrutiny. The scenes in the book are extremely well described and graphic enough for a reader to imagine what is going on with very little assistance.

If there is one thing that did not impress me, it would be certain aspects to the overall background story of the book. There is very sparse mention of how the planet got to its current state. The author does make an effort to cover this, but in my own opinion, I do not believe his attempt is adequate to immerse a reader in the story entirely. I hope this is further clarified in the sequels.

Science fiction and action genre followers will enjoy the contents of this book. There is enough suspense in it to keep them glued to the book till the very end. The book's gory scenes and horror aspects will equally captivate horror genre readers. I know it kept me wondering what would happen next.

With an impressive storyline and reasonably professional editing, Pulse: Book One maintains a very high standard. There are very few errors in the book, and the author's language and style stand out. I rate this book 4 out of 4 stars.

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Thanks for the insightful review! Really liked how you explained an action based novel. I will give it a try.
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This is a fascinating review. The reviewer seems to have enjoyed this book. When books get the perfect rating, it makes me very curious to read the book.
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I am quite intrigued. thanks for the invitation to this book.
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This is an insightful review. Thank you
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The review is quite good. I would to read more about this book.
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Science and action is a great combination. I think this interests me. Great review.
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Scifi books are what I love to read. This book seems intriguing and gripping. Pulse: Book Oe, here I come. Thanks for your review.
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Science and action is a great combination. This is a fascinating review. Really liked how you explained an action based novel.When books get the perfect rating, it makes me very curious to read the book.
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Fine mix of science and fiction. I hope I get to enjoy the book just like you. Excellent review.
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I think that to have a clear clarification of the background and the storyline of Pulse, one needs to get into the whole sequel.
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A mix of genres depicts a future that seems not that far with dystopic connotations in projecting some characteristics of today's society. I'll look into this series. Thank you for your great review!
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