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Trial Run (Fault Lines) Paperback – August 4, 2015

by Thomas Locke (Author)
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  • Series: Fault Lines (Book 1)
  • Paperback: 384 pages
  • Publisher: Revell; 1st edition (August 4, 2015)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 080072433X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0800724337
  • Product Dimensions: 5.5 x 1 x 8.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 12.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
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5.0 out of 5 starsCool concept, exciting plot. A great start to the Fault Lines series.
By L. Franklin on July 15, 2015
Format: Paperback
Strengths: I love the creative, out-there ideas of Thomas Locke. Trial Run is an utterly perfect example of what happens when a brilliant, abstract mind asks “What if?” As a speculative fiction junkie, I’m always interested to see which weird “What if?” Locke will explore next.

As you can imagine, this is a book that may not appeal to everyone. In fact, I know it won’t appeal to everyone. Even as someone to whom the “weird” appeals, I had to make sure I was in the right mindset for this book whenever I sat down to read. It’s not the book I’ll reach for when I’m consumed with my grocery list, my looming deadline, or that invoice I forgot to send to a client. But when I can allow myself to be carried away, swept along, taken on a journey? Absolutely.

Locke (otherwise known as Davis Bunn) often has a lovely turn of phrase I really appreciate. Trial Run‘s plot is exciting, the settings are well-described, and I feel like he really tries to dig deep into his characters’ psyches.

Weaknesses: I worry that the way Trial Run is structured may turn off some readers. He begins the novel with several, seemingly unrelated threads. We have many different viewpoint characters from the outset. Those two things, coupled with the fact that the concept is abstract to begin with, could create a sense of disorientation for many readers. Who are we supposed to connect with? Who do we relate to? What is this story about, really?

Now, Locke answers these questions throughout the story, so it’s not as though he hasn’t thought about them. Certainly not. But I feel like it takes us a significant percentage of the book to have something solid to grab hold of and really get our bearings, both with our characters and with the story.Read more ›
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5.0 out of 5 starsTRIAL RUN by Thomas Locke - What You Don't Know Can Kill You!
By "Doc" Hilton on September 5, 2015
Format: Paperback
This is not your typical suspense / thriller novel. Because Thomas Locke is not your typical novelist. You may find yourself (as I did) putting the book down and walking away from it for a few days. But rest assured – you’ll be back.

You may find yourself (as I did) starting the book over. That’s ok, too. Quite frankly, there really is a major “learning curve” involved, if you are not quite up to speed with the space – time continuum, particle physics and / or quantum computing.

Which merely serves to demonstrate how truly diverse Thomas Locke (you may know him as Davis Bunn) really is.

There is a line from THE ANDROMEDA STRAIN by Michael Crichton, describing one of the characters: “He knows everything, and is fascinated by the rest.” When I think of Thomas Locke, that’s the statement that comes to mind.

Perhaps you can recall the “space race” of the late 1950’s, when everyone with the necessary money and technology competed to “win” the edge, gain the advantage, and reap the rewards that went along with it.

In TRIAL RUN, the race continues. Only this time, it’s all in your mind.

Or is it?

Dr. Gabriella Speciale has assembled a team of elite scientists with one goal in mind – to create, and control, out-of-body experiences that transcend the limits of time and space.

Reese Clawson is looking to take the same science and harness it for military use.

Trent Major is a gifted grad student whose unsettling dreams have placed him right in the middle.

In the end, one warning remains clear: what you don’t know CAN kill you!

With the two considerations firmly in mind, one should be prepared for the ride of the century in Thomas Locke’s TRIAL RUN!

5 stars for an edge-of-your-seat thriller from Thomas Locke
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4.0 out of 5 starsTrial Run
By Amy Brock McNew on September 8, 2015
Format: Paperback
I received a copy of Trial Run in exchange for an honest review.

Trial Run is a techno-thriller, and one of the few I've read that truly lives up to the name. While there is a lot of technical jargon, the author explained it in a way that I felt I had a general idea of the concepts, which is really all that is required to understand the story. Though, I must admit, there were times that I may have wandered over some of the scientific description a bit. If you don't enjoy such jargon, parts of the story may seem tedious to you.

When I first started Trial Run, I was curious how the myriad of characters would blend together. It didn't take long to find out. This story wound the players together in a way that was believable and realistic, despite the extraordinary nature of the concepts and happenings. Each character was fully developed with a distinct voice and presence. Some I loathed, some I loved, which was the intent. Of course, I have my favorites, (Charlie and Elene). Though Trial Run is plot driven, I felt that all of the characters played their roles beautifully, which is rare in a plot driven story.

The further I got into this book, the more I loved it. Trial Run was like a rolling wave that didn't just plow you over, but swept you up in its wake, taking you exactly where it wanted you to go. You have no choice but to hang on for the ride. As the plot folded the characters together and weaved each bit and piece to slowly reveal answers, I was unable to put it down. I had to see what came next.

All in all, a very solid and entertaining book. It may not be a light and easy beach read, but it is exactly what it is intended to be. A thriller. A story that requires you to give a little as well. Trial Run is the kind of immersive read that I enjoy.
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Okay, I gotta be honest here and say that all of the science in Thomas Locke’s Trial Run was over my head. That said, I really, really enjoyed Mr. Read more

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3.0 out of 5 starsWhat would you do if you could travel or transcend anywhere?

Trial Run (Fault Lines Book #1) by Thomas Locke Rating: 3 Star Trial Run by Thomas Locke asks the fascinating question of what would happen if we could leave our bodies and travel... Read more

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Good read. I got caught up in the story immediately and stayed there throughout the book.

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Thomas Locke's new series, "Fault Lines" begins with a roller coaster ride of events. Scientists, kids who live on the edge, mercenary government officials, brilliant... Read more

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Thomas Locke has a hit on his hands. Trial Run starts out at a gallop and never slows down.

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4.0 out of 5 starsHigh concept techno thriller

Futuristic out-of-body “transits” allow participants to move forward or backward in time since they escape its bounds. Read more

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4.0 out of 5 starsFascinating read

I found Trial Run to be really fascinating. The concept was really interesting and well researched. Trial run follows two groups of people who are studying quantum states to... Read more

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