The Ultra Thin Man : A Science Fiction Novel (Hardcover)

from capewood

I'm not going into a plot review as others have done that pretty well. The book is an attempt to bring a hard-boiled detective story into the science fiction space. Certainly not an original idea but others have done it better. But it could have been an enjoyable read except for several problems....

from AltheaAnn

This is a light, action-oriented spy thriller with a sci-fi setting. It moved along quickly, but I ended up having a lot of issues with it. The beginning (featuring a gratuitous lesbian make-out scene) wasn't promising, but with the exception of one, mercifully brief (but still cringe-inducing) s...

from Strider66

Pros: interesting plot, mostly fast paced, new aliens species Cons: confusing opening, slow beginning Memor technology allows humans to colonize several worlds. The Network Intelligence Office has been trying to catch Terl Plenko, leader of the Movement terrorist group. Plenko has been encouragin...

from ladycato

I received an advanced copy of the book from the publisher via NetGalley. This fast-paced read is a private detective noir set in a space opera. The sci-fi element is integral to the story, and adds deep, twisty-turny elements to the plot. As I read, I had a sense that I could be really confused ...

from ladycato

I received an advanced copy of the book from the publisher via NetGalley. This fast-paced read is a private detective noir set in a space opera. The sci-fi element is integral to the story, and adds deep, twisty-turny elements to the plot. As I read, I had a sense that I could be really confused ...