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1)    Carefully orchestrated intrigues enliven the plot of this post-apocalyptic thriller set in the ruins of a near-future America. At the center of the book’s events are renegade malcontent Janus Kymbel and ex-military trooper Lene Callis, both of whom have been forced into a mandatory breeding program in Kishar, a colony under the authoritarian rule of the quasi-religious Protectorate Council. When Janus and Lene escape to the outside world with the help of friends Simon, Claire, and Frank, they discover that the plague-spawned “rot” that supposedly will kill them beyond Kishar’s safe borders is a lie, and that, contrary to received wisdom, there are colonies other than Kishar. As the quintet gradually uncover the truth about how their world came to be and about the powers that control it, deceptions and betrayals abound and key characters act as though they know more than they’re letting on about the course of events. Though the plot’s twists and gyrations are entertainingly unpredictable, the author tantalizes with the suggestion that all of the story’s events are foreordained and herald the appearance of a mystical stranger -- very likely one of the main characters -- who will have the power to heal and restore the world. The author shows firm command of this tale’s complex, potentially unwieldy elements, and skill at mixing contemplative narrative moments with cinematic action sequences.  

 2)    I was lost in the story after the cryptic opening.  This one is a real winner.  It's strong, detailed, tells back story gracefully without slamming it in on the reader.  The flow is excellent. 

3)    Polished, easy to read, hooks the reader.  The writer is going to spin a tale, and take their time, not rush too much information at the reader in the first chapter.  Makes me want to pull up a chair, put on the teapot and settle down.