If you liked Heinlein's "Starship Troopers" & Haldeman's "[b:The Forever War|21611|The Forever War|Joe Haldeman|http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1167322714s/21611.jpg|423]" here is a third to read. Another take on the same theme. ( )

This book is actually two stories in one with references to a third. First is the story of a fighter in the ant war, second the researches studying the story and third is references to a pirate/rogue. Overall a very good book. ( )

“Armor” is kind of a strange military SF novel. I have to admit I was reluctant to take on this book (considering very fiery critics) but finally I read it and I have to say I liked it a lot, although I wouldn’t call it military SF novel – it reads more like drama in my humble opinion.

Novel is actually composed of two stories. First part gets Felix in his first battle ever and follows him through some very heavy fighting – filled with horror images of Ants swarming everywhere and killing everybody. Miraculously Felix survives and becomes something that everybody admires (since he is a great fighter/survivor) but also fears and [yes right] hates, because he is a living proof of military command stupid decisions and proof that some people can endure through lot of trouble. Second part begins with Jack Crow, outlaw extraordinaire, escaping from some alien prison and ending on a distant planet with the task (he was forced to take) to prepare ground for incoming pirate fleet. To get there he takes an old combat armor as a present to the planet governor – exactly the one Felix wore – armor holding recordings of all battles Felix took part in.

I will not go any further into plot, but I have to admit that I truly enjoyed the rest of the ride. Recommended. ( )

Wow. This is a book that every fan of Science fiction should be required to read. It is a book about war, but also about people. It is a book about escape, but doing what is right. But mostly it is about the human condition and rising above our surroundings to overcome an obstacle for the greater good. This is the story of Felix, a man with a past. He tries to escape his past by joining the military. Felix wants to die, but he will not give in. This is also the story of Jack Crow, a space pirate, who escapes from prison and needs to pay his debts, but he also has a conscience and wants to do what is right. And eventually the two men, whether they know it or not, have a deep impact on each others lives. ( )

Pre09: Man, I really need to go back and read this. Beats the heck out of those old 'Forever War' or other military sci-fi books. I wonder if it will hold up though.

I still remember the final scene of relentless pursuit. Classic! ( )