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Ghost Of The Black: A 'Verse Full Of Scum
Ebook By Alan BaxterPublished By Blade Red Press
Rating:
(4.2) Published: Jul. 08, 2009
Category: Fiction » Literature » Sci-Fi and Fantasy
Words: 31248 (approximate)
Language: English
Ebook Description
Ghost is possibly the best bounty hunter in the universe and he always gets the job done. At least, that's the reputation that he rides on. When the DAP employ him to track down and capture a rogue Magicker that's running across the galaxy killing anyone that gets in his way, Ghost realises that this is a job that could cost him his reputation. It's also a job that could cost him his sanity.Parental Rating:
This book contains content that may not be suitable for young readers 17 and under.
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Log-in to write a Review Log-in to add a Video ReviewReview by: Juli Monroe on Nov. 25, 2009 :
The pacing was good, and the story was enjoyable. I liked how the author gave us just enough information to understand the story universe without going into too much exposition. I am looking forward to the author's other books.
Review by: E. Patrick Dorris on Oct. 19, 2009 :
I really liked how the futuristic setting took a back seat to the almost crime-noir story and character. It was like Micky Spillaine meets Bladerunner. I could actually go back and read some old hard-boiled detective fiction after this, but I'd have a feeling that this would still be more fun!
A couple of places the author slipped into present tense language in the narration, and it took me a little out of the story, but only a little. This was a fun read and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for such.
Review by: cbell on Sep. 19, 2009 :
I downloaded A 'Verse Full of Scum here and read it over a couple of days.
I love sci-fi stories and the author's down to earth, irreverent, cynical style of writing made for a very entertaining read. The book was pacy and left me wanting to read more, so I've downloaded the author's other 2 books, available here at Smashwords.
I want to know more about Magickers, DEMs, DAP and Ghost's adventures as a bounty hunter, travelling the 'Verse in various ships.
Well done, Alan, and thank you! I'm waiting impatiently for a sequel.
Review by: frikle on Jul. 15, 2009 :
I found this one a bit grungy and almost like I’d imagine the punk sci fi genre (if I read more in that area).
So a little bit different from most sci fi but not in a bad way. Excellent pacing, I think I read it in 1 or 1.5 sittings which rarely happens.
I liked the 2-3 ludicrous moments in the story, esp. the ones that satirise religious movements.
I think the ending wasn’t as sharp as the rest of the story but still a very good worthwhile read.
(Affiliation: I know the author in "real/offline" life)
Review by: maricsan on Jul. 12, 2009 :
Alan Baxter is fast becoming my favourite fiction writer. I say fiction as you know the world’s he create are not real but deep down, I wish they were – they feel total real and come alive as you read. Like alot of the other reviewers of his work, I’ve found myself not wanting to stop reading once I start and end up reading the entire story in one or two sittings only to be annoyed at myself when it ends for doing so and not taking more time to live in Alan’s worlds – However, its the pure pace of Alan’s writing that keeps those pages flying and I found that its not really up to me hehe
Verse Full Of Scum is a another such Baxter effort that’s set on hyperdrive. It could easily be expanded into a series of books that explore Ghost’s backstory, futurestory and the world he inhabits generally, but also holds up really well as a quick glimpse into that world.
As much as Ghost is a mystique, I identified with him straight away and his cause, Im still not sure if he is a god guy, bad guy or indifferent but it hardly matters – What does is the action, of which there is plenty, the identifiable characters, some you are more than happy for Ghost to dispose of and the Verse Full Of Scum that is contained within. At times it’s Blade Runner meets Han Solo’s job before he met Luke mixed with stuff you think Boba Fett gets up to when he’s not on camera and at other times completely new ideas and scenarios which is a testament to Alan’s creativity.
This is the 3rd outing I’ve read from Alan and each time the ante has been upped significantly, I can’t wait to see what his characters get up to next!