6/8/2023 0 Comments The collapsing empireHis writing was completely accessible, yet there was still enough “hard science” in the story to make a newcomer like me feel like I was immersed in a bonafide space opera. Turned out, Scalzi’s storytelling was exactly what I needed at the time-the riveting drama of interplanetary politics combined with the violent thrills and action in space, presented alongside a sense of casual, easy humor. It wasn’t until the moment I picked up the first Old Man’s War book that I realized the element I’d been missing: FUN. Years ago when I was still mostly reading fantasy and wanted to get into science fiction, I’d made the initial mistake of starting my journey with a couple of “classic” titles that nonetheless made me feel like I was in way over my head. Let me start by saying I’m a huge fan of John Scalzi’s Old Man’s Warseries. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. I received a review copy from the publisher. Book Review: The Collapsing Empire by John Scalzi
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