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Without the Dawn

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I have enjoyed Elwood's past novels (Angelwalk, Darien) but I found "Without the Dawn" to be very confusing. For example, the book is primarily supposed to be about the discovery of a plot to destroy the world with a secret biological weapon. Yet throughout, there is an element of unreality that makes the story and characters seem almost surreal. Although the story takes place in modern times, the characters and their surrounding make you think you are reading a book about medival England. Simultaneouly, the author addresses the evils of the INTERNET but this, too, does not seem to pertain to the main plot. In the end, the book deals more with "whales" than anything else. I just don't believe this book was written as well as what I have come to expect from Roger Elwood, an author I deeply admire and respect.

(This review refers to the Audio version of this book). A crisp clear rendition of the book with good special effects, BUT a boring boring boring story. I made it all the way through (90 minutes), but almost not worth listening to. Also, way too short for the purchase price. Your money is better spent elsewhere.