Review of Lethal Injection

[Kajori Sheryl Paul]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Lethal Injection" by Karin Lovold.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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Lethal Injection is a highly engrossing science fiction novel by Karin Lovold. Set in the 1980s, the book follows Ian as he embarks on a seemingly impossible quest to save the world from a secret conspiracy.

Ian is just a brilliant chemistry professor at Harvard University. His life takes a turn when his grandfather, Ernest, passes away. He leaves his cushy job and joins Renewal Inc.'s The Circle as the lead chemist in his grandfather's stead. However, everything is not as simple as it seems. The members of The Circle have been tirelessly promoting the use of memroth as an alternative source of energy. The higher-ups also aim to use the precious gem to rid the world of people whom they deem to be undesirable. Unbeknownst to almost everyone, memroth is mined by the prisoners of Reathran, a secret penal colony on the far side of the moon. Certain selected death row prisoners are administered lethal injections and covertly sent to the moon to perform slave labor till the end of their time. Ernest had tasked Ian to join The Circle and put an end to all the evil.

How will Ian fulfill his grandfather's last will? Who will be his ally? Will he be able to stop the evil doings of the Circle and save the world?

Lethal Injection is a masterfully written book. It had my attention till the very end. Lovold gives a scientific explanation to everything. She gives us details about the various chemicals and the complicated procedures required to survive on the moon. All this makes it easy to visualize the story. To be honest, Lethal Injection reminds me of Isaac Asimov's science fiction stories. It is that brilliant.

Karin Lovold creates a relatable cast of characters. In the beginning, Ian appears to be a lonely scientist committed to his work. By the end, he evolves into an empathetic man who values his relationships. I loved his bond with Malaki. Everyone should have a friend like Malaki. He is always there for Ian, even risking his own life at times. His best characteristic is that he thinks on his feet and does everything to keep his plan in motion. Nikolina is another great character. It was intriguing to know the thought process of a death row prisoner stuck on the moon. I liked her growing camaraderie with Ian. Jack is a true friend. Leah is a strong character as well. Charles Price is a run-of-the-mill antagonist. The character that surprised me the most is Benjamin. I was truly flabbergasted by him.

Overall, Karin Lovold's Lethal Injection is a wonderful read. I did not find anything to dislike in this engaging novel. Hence, I happily rate Lethal Injection 5 out of 5 stars. I highly recommend this book to fans of all science fiction novels.

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[NetMassimo]

Reading about this novel, I can't help wondering if the author got inspired by Asimov's The Gods Themselves. I hope it's half as good as Asimov's novel! Thank you for your great review!

[Shinshinshin]

The review is highly positive, describing "Lethal Injection" as a highly engrossing and masterfully written science fiction novel. It praises the author, Karin Lovold, for her scientific explanations and attention to detail, comparing her to Isaac Asimov. The reviewer found the characters relatable and praised the evolution of the protagonist. Overall, the reviewer highly recommends the book, giving it a perfect rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

[Pranav Dewangan]

The way Karin Lovold seamlessly blends scientific detail with an engaging plot reminds me of why I love Isaac Asimov's work. The characters, especially Ian's transformation and the dynamic friendships, promise a compelling journey. Thanks for the recommendation; I'm ready for the adventure and can't wait to experience the brilliance of this masterfully written sci-fi novel.

[Ajay Rudrapati]

I am very much awaited to read this book, Your review motivated me to read this book ASAP. The way you inculcated the details of the book in a very clear manner is impressive. Thank you