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Sign up for LibraryThing to find out whether you'll like this book. No current Talk conversations about this book. I just finished reading this and I have to say this Author has found his calling. It has to be one of the best written stories I've ever had the pleasure of reading. Normally I don't read short stories or novellas because I don't think they have enough time to develop into a really good read, but I've changed my mind. I laughed, I cried, and I struggled right along with the characters. It never ceased to surprise me, while some was suspected, most was not. Thought provoking, insightful, and foretelling. You won't want to miss this one and all I can say is I hope to see more from this Author. no reviews | add a review
"Messenger Deorum" (Latin for "Messenger of the Gods") is the first installment in the Humanity Series, an eight-part space saga chronicling acts of selflessness, perseverance and sacrifice.Eli Witt has a mundane, miserable life serving out his prison sentence at the World Penitentiary in Australia. The world is a much different place than it used to be in the early 21st century. There are no more countries, only provinces. All military forces have been dissolved and capitalism is dead. With the world's resources dwindling, the World Parliament has to consider new ways to acquire much-needed resources. There's only one solution: space exploration. Having no value to the public, the prisoners are offered the chance for a pardon...but they must take a risk. They must conduct a seven month mission to Mercury to drill for new sources of fuel. In a twist of fate, Eli is selected for the mission, and he is transported to Cape Canaveral, Florida, to begin his training. He is led by a noted historian, Harvey Belmont, who spearheads the effort. The journey leads Eli through moments that are adrenaline-pumping, heart-stopping and heartbreaking. When Eli finally makes it to Mercury, mankind's fate rests in his hands. Will he redeem himself? No library descriptions found. |
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Matthew Juniper has shown himself to be a master at character development. By the time I finished the book, I felt as though I had known Eli my whole life. The story is riveting but what really holds you is concern for the main character and his quest for freedom. Well written, Messenger Deorum is definitely a page turner and will leave you wanting more.
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