The meteor strike was just one more insult after years of neglect. The space station was dying a slow and painful death. A death not unlike that facing millions of patients on earth. Without the drugs produced in the weightlessness of space, death would come much too soon to far too many. Demographic trends decimating the work force. The economy in depression. The government paralyzed by political extremists. Jake Marshall needed a miracle to succeed, another miracle just to survive!
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"... a wild ride that starts with a bang and never lets up ... a realistic tale full of nail-biting action. " -- Fearless Reader Book Review, February 2001
"Congratulations! Last Breath is fantastic! I absolutely could not put the book down and I'm sure every reader will feel the same way ... The story line kept you guessing ... This book should be right on the shelves beside Clive Cussler's action/adventures. In fact, it might very well deserve a shelf of its own! Thank you for a very enjoyable book and keep 'em coming!" -- WKII 1070 am Radio, by R. Williams, Program Director
"Last Breath: Space Station Rescue is a terrific and ever-so-plausible story of science, politics, and courage." -- The Midwest Book Review, December 10, 1999
Author S.P. Cammick has written an exciting and eye-opening read ... Cammick has included in his story the essence of space travel with all the tangents of getting into orbit, living in the space modules and escaping the world of space living to return to Mother Earth ... Cammick's knowledge of space jargon, supplemented by his knowledge of business, politics and the media, prompts a reader interested in these facets of our current values to climb aboard this novel and blast off to the current thinking of space's future, present political and international views and efforts to support the space program. The patches of the endeavors included in the story bring out the classic American saga of what Americans and their ingenuity can produce to complete the quilt of success. I heartily recommend this read for every adult, every youth over the age of 12 and anyone interested in our next pioneer efforts in space ... Congratulations to S.P. Cammick, who has given you and me a space-eye view of America today ... -- Sun Herald, 06/09/99
Stephen Cammick's novel, "Last Breath," blasts off into the next millennium with a fascinating look at space technology, medical science and politics. In 2028, Jake Marshall, commander of a space science lab, is faced with two problems: lack of funding for the program by a government paralyzed by political extremists, coupled by the possible end of the production of ... the cancer drug ... which can be manufactured only in space ... Time after time, Marshall is able to overcome danger and possible failure. The pace at which he is called upon to face and overcome problems is like a rocket being launched. Too good to be true? Maybe, but reading this well done adventure will be rewarding because of the cadence of the dialogue, the cast of good guys who do the right thing, and the exciting plot. It begs to be made into a movie. -- Lois Wade, Fort Myers Beach Observer, June 23, 1999
"Congratulations! Last Breath is fantastic! I absolutely could not put the book down and I'm sure every reader will feel the same way ... The story line kept you guessing ... This book should be right on the shelves beside Clive Cussler's action/adventures. In fact, it might very well deserve a shelf of its own! Thank you for a very enjoyable book and keep 'em coming!" -- WKII 1070 am Radio, by R. Williams, Program Director
"Last Breath: Space Station Rescue is a terrific and ever-so-plausible story of science, politics, and courage." -- The Midwest Book Review, December 10, 1999
Author S.P. Cammick has written an exciting and eye-opening read ... Cammick has included in his story the essence of space travel with all the tangents of getting into orbit, living in the space modules and escaping the world of space living to return to Mother Earth ... Cammick's knowledge of space jargon, supplemented by his knowledge of business, politics and the media, prompts a reader interested in these facets of our current values to climb aboard this novel and blast off to the current thinking of space's future, present political and international views and efforts to support the space program. The patches of the endeavors included in the story bring out the classic American saga of what Americans and their ingenuity can produce to complete the quilt of success. I heartily recommend this read for every adult, every youth over the age of 12 and anyone interested in our next pioneer efforts in space ... Congratulations to S.P. Cammick, who has given you and me a space-eye view of America today ... -- Sun Herald, 06/09/99
Stephen Cammick's novel, "Last Breath," blasts off into the next millennium with a fascinating look at space technology, medical science and politics. In 2028, Jake Marshall, commander of a space science lab, is faced with two problems: lack of funding for the program by a government paralyzed by political extremists, coupled by the possible end of the production of ... the cancer drug ... which can be manufactured only in space ... Time after time, Marshall is able to overcome danger and possible failure. The pace at which he is called upon to face and overcome problems is like a rocket being launched. Too good to be true? Maybe, but reading this well done adventure will be rewarding because of the cadence of the dialogue, the cast of good guys who do the right thing, and the exciting plot. It begs to be made into a movie. -- Lois Wade, Fort Myers Beach Observer, June 23, 1999
About the Author
Steve Cammick was born in New Hampshire and grew up on Estero Island, Florida. He served in the U.S. Air Force as a special electronics technician and worked on missile guidance systems. After being honorably discharged, he became a Certified Financial Planner and Registered Investment Advisor. His insight into the economic and political challenges facing our country's aging population add credibility to a very realistic portrayal of the future. In addition to his professional endeavors, Cammick has boated extensively throughout the Caribbean.
Having faced many near catastrophes, he has a keen understanding of the many self-contained shipboard systems. The challenges of making "jerry rigged" emergency repairs on the high seas is not unlike that facing astronauts stranded in space. This experience, plus a life-long infatuation with the NASA space program has resulted in a book that is much more than just a good read. As the future unfolds, the story line will become more of a prophecy of the future than current fiction.
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3.0 out of 5 stars
Forgot About John Glenn,
By Edvard2001 "edvard2001" (Santa Cruz, CA USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Last Breath: Space Station Rescue (Mass Market Paperback)
I bought this book after reading the other reviews and was disappointed. The scenario was only moderately plausible and the characters were somewhat wooden. However, he did have a good ending and sufficient action.On the other hand, his constant political remarks were a turn-off. All the good presidents were Republicans, and Democrats have always voted against the space program. Somehow he forgot about John Kennedy and John Glenn, to name only a few. For a while I wondered if he was a ditto-head. If he could have kept the inane politics out of the story, I may not have found myself feeling impatient to get it over with so I could go on to something better.
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Just can't put it down!!,
By Eric J. White "Ships don't come in, they're b... (Windsor, PA United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)
This review is from: Last Breath: Space Station Rescue (Mass Market Paperback)
Man it's rare to find a book as good as this!!!I can't seem to put it down and should be finished with it in a day or two. But so far, it has held me spellbound with subject matter and method. It's written at a pace that life happens, and really helps to make you feel as if you are there. I'm only sorry this seems to be the only book from the author. All I can say it MORE! MORE! MORE! How about staying with near future space program, or near future "wired techno world?" Whatever, just give us more. I shall gladly hand over my cold hard cash to purchase anything this writer pens!!!!
5.0 out of 5 stars
Intriguing yet,entirely believable,
By A Customer
This review is from: Last Breath: Space Station Rescue (Mass Market Paperback)
Cammick has created a spell-binding story, reminiscent of early Heinlein. He blends the perfect amount of story-line, hard sci-fi, adventure, and likeable characters. I highly recommend this book and eagerly await the next installment of the adventures of Jake Marshall.
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Jacob (Jake) Marshall's eyes were glued to the microviewer, diligently confirming the computer's analysis, but his mind was back on earth. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
lab mod, lab commander, ten psi, containment sphere, docking ring, docking module, shuttle crash, data pad, cancer inhibitor, flight director, production labs, vehicle assembly building, gel foam, payload specialist, launch tower, next shuttle, communications blackout, launch window, manipulator arm, entire station, shuttle crew, solar array, hull breach, crew compartment Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Edwards Control, Captain Mayfield, General Shields, Secretary of Defense, White House, General Petrokov, President Whittman, Chief of Staff, Commander Raja, President Walker, General Rhinefeld, Surgeon General, Tiger One, New Republicans, Secretary Brown, United States, Edwards Command, Commander Marshall, Jake Marshall, Santa Barbara, Baikonur Cosmodrome, Interior Secretary, Social Democrats, Vice President, Boeing International New!
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Jacob (Jake) Marshall's eyes were glued to the microviewer, diligently confirming the computer's analysis, but his mind was back on earth. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
lab mod, lab commander, ten psi, containment sphere, docking ring, docking module, shuttle crash, data pad, cancer inhibitor, flight director, production labs, vehicle assembly building, gel foam, payload specialist, launch tower, next shuttle, communications blackout, launch window, manipulator arm, entire station, shuttle crew, solar array, hull breach, crew compartment Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Edwards Control, Captain Mayfield, General Shields, Secretary of Defense, White House, General Petrokov, President Whittman, Chief of Staff, Commander Raja, President Walker, General Rhinefeld, Surgeon General, Tiger One, New Republicans, Secretary Brown, United States, Edwards Command, Commander Marshall, Jake Marshall, Santa Barbara, Baikonur Cosmodrome, Interior Secretary, Social Democrats, Vice President, Boeing International New!
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