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5.0 out of 5 stars A fast-paced space opera with shades of Battlestar Galactica April 24, 2013

By Dan

Format:Kindle Edition

Like Scott's Escape, the novel starts off setting up a lawless distopian society where the government is too weak to effectively control the darker sides of human nature. Life is cheap and organized crime has a free hand. A poignant critique of libertarian style hands-off government in my humble opinion. Even with humanity having being nearly wiped from the galaxy, humans are still unable to unite in common purpose and instead waste their precious few resources jockeying for power. The protagonist is soon drawn unwillingly into the middle of this power struggle and a grave moral dilemma. The plot develops and twists along quickly in an enthralling read and the universe is developed well with enough tantalizing hints of the larger picture to think that there could be a fascinating sci-fi series develop out of it. It's the best Scott novel yet, and I really hope the author follows up with a sequel.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Science-fiction novel April 22, 2013

By REgina

Format:Kindle Edition

This novel had me from page one and wouldn't let me go until I had read the words "the end". I loved everything about Dark Space. Even though the story takes place in a setting that's foreign to me, I could still picture the places and characters. The conflict was intense and so powerful I chewed my fingernails off.

This is my second Jasper Scott novel and it will not be my last. This young author will be huge one day.

5.0 out of 5 stars Solid Sci-Fi Adventure April 22, 2013

By Max Shields

Format:Kindle Edition

Dark Escape is a wonderful science-fiction adventure filled with solid characters thrust into increasingly difficult situations, more twists than you can shake a stick at, and a dire fate that the protagonists are fighting with all their might to avoid. The author rapidly brings us into this new world, using sufficiently descriptive text to whisk us away with lush visuals, while not overloading the story. Indeed, the book moves along at a brisk pace, and is sufficiently compact to make it a quick and entertaining read.

There are plenty of nods to classic science-fiction, making the story feel at home with the likes of Star Wars and Battlestar Galactica. The author works in current scientific concepts and security issues that ensure that it is a timely and particularly pertinent yarn. It definitely left me wanting to see what more is in store for these characters.

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THE NEXT BIG THING (Blog Hop)

What is a blog hop? Basically, it’s a way for readers to discover authors new to them. I hope you'll find new-to-you authors whose works you enjoy. On this stop on the blog hop, you'll find a bit of information on me and my upcoming book and links to another author you can explore! Many thanks to fellow sci-fi writer, Peter Lukes, http://peterlukes.blogspot.com/ for inviting me to this event!

1: What is the working title of your book?

My next book is titled Dark Space (and this is the official title).

2: Where did the idea come from for the book?

Well, in a way the idea didn't come to me. I started out writing something completely different, but then I didn't like it at all, and I went back to the drawing board to write this story. The idea came from a desire to create characters rather than a story. In this way the story became character-driven rather than plot-driven, and the result was much more impressive. Some influences were Battlestar Galactica, Stargate Atlantis, The Heir to the Empire Trilogy from Star Wars, and Independence War II Edge of Chaos, an old sci-fi video game.

3. What genre does your book come under?

Dark Space is a space opera, but it could also be considered science fiction adventure.

4: Which actors would you choose to play your characters in a movie rendition?

A perfect fit for Ethan Ortane (the hero) would be Colin Farrell (Total Recall). His younger counterpart, Adan Reese, could be played by Chris Evans (Captain America). Alara Vastra would be Kate Beckinsale. Alec "Big Brainy" Brondi would be played by Jerry Ferrara or Elijah Wood, and Supreme Overlord Dominic Altaris would be played by Christopher Lee or Max Von Sydow.

5: What is the one-sentence synopsis of your book?

The human race is all but wiped out by an alien invasion, and the survivors are left fighting over the scraps of their once galaxy-spanning civilization.

6: Is your book self-published, published by an independent publisher, or represented by an agency?

Self-published.

7: How long did it take you to write the first draft of your manuscript?

Three weeks.

8: What other books would you compare this story to within your genre?

The Star Wars X-wing Series, The Heir to the Empire Trilogy (also from Star Wars), Battlestar Galactica (TV novelizations), Forever Gate, and one of my own, Escape.

9: Who or what inspired you to write this book?

My wife inspired me. Being a starving artist inspired me. My surprising success with a previous book of mine, which I published on a whim with very little polish and no marketing, inspired me. . . . an abiding love of science fiction inspired me. And you inspired me, all of you--the readers, my fans.

10: What else about your book might pique the reader’s interest?

This book is fast-paced and doesn't stall or drag on; it's sheer entertainment, and there's a couple of twists at the end which you'll never see coming. Read it, and I promise you'll be left wanting more from the story. This is the kind of book I would love to read in my spare time (if I didn't already know how it ends), and it's the first book that I as the writer actually enjoyed reading back through after I finished writing it. Dark Space is due out on Kindle for .99c--don't miss the free promotion over that first weekend!--and in paperback for $7.99 on April 23rd. Be sure to look for it on Amazon!

Who’s next on the NEXT BIG THING BLOG HOP?

I'm so glad you asked!

Below you will find a link to Dani J. Caile's blog, a friend and fellow author who will be joining me by blog, next Wednesday, April 10th. Be sure to bookmark and add him to your calendars for updates on Works in Progress and New Releases! Happy Writing and Reading!

Dani J. Caile's blog: http://danijcaile.blogspot.com/