Shadowrun 24: Steel Rain [Paperback]

Nyx Smith (Author)

Book Description

Series: Shadowrun | Publication Date: March 1, 1997

Several executives have been murdered, and it's up to a female member of a megacorporation's elite battalion of Elven samurai to uncover a diabolical blackmail scheme. All of the evidence points to the megacorp's biggest rival as an amazing communication matrix is taking shape. Staying alive now means defeating a high-tech foe with unlimited powers and absolutely no mercy!

Product Details

• Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: Roc (March 1, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0451455932
• ISBN-13: 978-0451455932
• Product Dimensions: 6.7 x 4.1 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,390,877 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars It had potential, but I thought it was a bit weak., June 8, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Shadowrun 24: Steel Rain (Paperback)

I was somewhat disappointed by this book. The main character was very well written and interesting. The perspective of the Japanese culture was wonderful, accurate and added more depth to the book- I'm very glad to see that Nyx did his research. However, the ending left much to be desired. Little was written about some characters who were most crucial to the plot. Far too much emphasis was placed on the main character to the point the others were drowned out. Consequently, near the ending it feels like you've missed something, as if author didn't include some vital information to complete the story. It all comes together in the last few pages, but it still left me feeling empty. The book was very enjoyable otherwise.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome novel, recommended for SR fans and Everyday readers, May 6, 2003

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A.D. (San Fran, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Shadowrun 24: Steel Rain (Paperback)

From start to finish this book gripped me far moreso than any other SR Novel and many other books that I've read. Smith's knowledge of Japanese customs and vocabulary, in addition to the way 4 or 5 elements are brought together and found to be contributing to the main plot towards the end, as well as the tense contrast between explosive, emotional scenes and calm, focused times makes this a must read for anyone.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Good, but lacking., June 28, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Shadowrun 24: Steel Rain (Paperback)

This was a decent enough read, but it seems like Nyx had a page limit, he hit the limit, and then he stopped the book short. The beggining was filled with detail that brought the main character (who I ended up liking even though I'm tired of the "strong female warrior" role) to life, but the end just seemed like an easy out!