Official Review: Apex Five by Sarah Katz

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Re: Official Review: Apex Five by Sarah Katz

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Whew! This story sounds like a doozy! I’m not much of a sci-fi enthusiast, but I imagine those who are would really dig an epic tale like this. Congrats on BOTD!
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Science fiction isn't my cup of tea but I will love to try out Apex Five by Sarah Katz because it sounds fascinating. Thanks for the free copy of the book. Great work by the author.
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I enjoy SF and fantasy with complicated worlds. This certainly seems to fall into this category with a complicated world and interesting characters. Sounds very political to me but most SF has addressed these issues before with surprising results but which are rarely accurate. I look forward to reading this, even with the few faults that are mentioned in the review. An interesting and comprehensive review.
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I love when authors create a world of their own and Plane sounds really fascinating. I understand how a book of this magnitude can suffer from too much exposition, but nevertheless this book is right up my alley and can't wait to start reading it!
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The review covers a lot I would like to read this one,it does look like a reflection of the world from a different perspective outside of the normal. The author deserves a thumbs up for taking this dimension.
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I am not really into science fiction books.
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Absolutely fantastic review, I love how you bring up that science fiction always holds a mirror to reality (I feel that way about the horror genre), the book sounds very interesting, and I love a story with great worldbuilding and greater character, can't wait to give this a read
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This sounds like an interesting blend of genres, but the main genre is science fiction. I love how the author incorporates social issues, politics, and cultural aspects into this intense story. Congrats on the book of the day! Great review.
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I’m not someone who is really into the apocalypse because if you don’t write it just right, then you can completely lose the audience. I am thinking of books with an apocalypse and a zombie love the story: the type of novels that just fall short with my imagination. This novel however reminds me more of the world we are turning into today: the way we use technology and are straying further and further from religion. It was honestly kind of a scary parallel.

All in all the sample was great and this might just be the first sci-fi novel I will find myself invested in.
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Science fiction genres haven't given a good reason to sit down and read them page by page. This being one them, I've not been really convinced based on it's complex plot. I will recommend this one to science fiction lovers. Thank you for your enlightening review.
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The first chapter of the book is intriguing. Thank you for the review, it was very helpful. I'm looking forward to reading Apex Five within the next few weeks, because I'm still reading another book.
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Not my type of genre, I don't read sci fi, so even though I downloaded my free copy, I doubt I will read it, but I want to thank you for your review!
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This sounds like an interesting story, but with a challenging and complex plot. The drama is captivating enough, so I will consider giving it a chance. Thank you for such a thorough review.
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I really loved your review! Your description of the book is extremely solid and intriguing at the same time. Constructive criticism is something a lot of reviewers struggle with; however, I noticed your review nails that aspect very well.
You made the book sound very interesting, especially for a sci-fi geek like me! Thanks for the great review!
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