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4.0 out of 5 stars
Great Pace, August 13, 2006
This review is from: Forbidden Cargo (Paperback)
Hard to believe this is a first novel. Rowe's pacing in "Forbidden Cargo" pushes the reader through the story without dropping a beat. It is a 'whodunit' mystery, a crime story, a comment on social structure and 'government machinations' at every level, yet it is by no means a pondersome read. The story is well told and enveloping.
I have always been fond of stories with strong female characters. The mix of strength of character and naivete in Rowe's two primary characters is refreshing. The author seamlessly integrates artificial intelligence with humanity, and blurs the line between the two.
This book is plausible and believable, but more importantly, the story is *told well*. Kudos to the author for a smashing debut.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Should be made into a movie!, August 3, 2006
This review is from: Forbidden Cargo (Paperback)
FORBIDDEN CARGO has it all. Stretching us around the corner of our neurons for a glimpse into the future. Action. Intrigue. Philosophical examination of what it means to be human. Exploration of ethical issues. Good hard fun! A clean read. When it comes out on the big screen -- and it should! -- you'll want to have read it and be able to say that you knew it would be a major motion picture hit. ~ Craig Yager, Former IB Coordinator, Whittier International School
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