Review of Aurumia

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One of the most essential elements of satire is humor, and it looks like the author has captured this. Thanks for your review.
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Seems like it has potential as a satirical adventure sci-fi, but the proofreading/editing is quite poor in the sample I read… If you’re better able to get past that than I am, then this seems like it could be a good read 😊
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From the review, I can see there is so much to uncover about these two mysterious nations, Aurumia and Sklabosia. Nice review. 
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A story of two fictional nations with a lost world plot definitely evokes interest for going through the book. The review is well written gives enough synopsis of the plot while holding mysteries and expeditions. I am convinced that I'll read the book and emd up not finishing it, so I am taking up a challenge!
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Although the premise of three men traversing through unknown lands is interesting, I am not a fan of satirical adventures hence I am not keen on following the narrative. However, the review is great and intriguing.
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A bizzare expedition story can be found in the book "Aurumia" by Robert Millon. The story follows Stephen Mazard and Steve, who seek to explore a hidden land. The story appears entertaining to me.
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Post by Asma Aisha Ansari »

Aurumia by Robert Millon promises an exhilarating adventure as Stephen, Bob and George seek an unusual investment - exploring lost civilizations. With witty satire on politics and society, I'm drawn to discover the author's perspective and the fate that awaits this daring trio.
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Post by Udegbunam Miriam »

Well, Steven's target sounds strange. Lost civilization? Exploring strange lands? This sounds like an offer to read an adventurous book, which I am intrigued by. Interesting review.
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Good review. So in a sense, Aurorium is America in the future :lol2: . I get the satire now. Funny how their national dish is hot dogs.
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Most often, science fiction novels represent problems of nowadays society. Although it looks like we are reading about a fictional world, we actually are learning about ourselves.
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Mysterious lands breed dangerous adventures. Why were Aurumia and Sklabosia hidden from the modern world? What will Steven and his companions find? What a thrilling book! Good review.
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Diving into the satirical world of 'Aurumia' by Robert Millon, I'm both amused and unsettled. From punny political parties to a literally "hot" dog, this exploration of fictional nations gives a witty yet biting commentary on society. Lost civilizations? More like a mirror to our own! 🌍🔍✍️ Congratulations on being BOTD!
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Post by Gillian Walter »

No matter how hard racism is condemned, it always takes root, why? Even in unknown lands like Aurumia, there is racism. Does it mean that this is part of human nature? Nice review.
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The author is clever at using analogies to convey a point. Adventure and mystery are also present in the fictional lands of Aurumia and Sklabosia. Congrats on BOTD.
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Post by Erick Prosper »

I may congratulate the author by reading the review, the story is full of adventure and unexpected environments to the unknown lands. It seems so funny to read this book.
Of course am looking forward to have one..
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