The Alien Years
Robert Silverberg
OPENING IMPRESSIONS:
The cover says something like, "The best Alien invasion novel ever!" I'm about 50 pages in, and it's got my attention, but no huge fireworks.
AFTER THE FINAL CHAPTER:
Unsatisfying. I'm more a direct action, let's take the fight to them type of reader. That's what i enjoy. Strong characters ( in the macho sense) who go out and DO something.
These characters, however, sit on the hill in San Bernadino and plan. and plan, and plan, and plan. Not much page time was given to "rebuilding" their little feudal society, just the planning on chasing off the aliens.
HOWEVER, if you are the type of reader who enjoys the thinking behind overthrowing aliens, you'll love this book. (If you liked all the talking Leto did in God Emperor of Dune, this book is for you!) Also, the computer technology advancements in the book are outstanding, and visionary. I suspect Silverberg is one of those writers who creates with such a broad brush he will have others worlds that i will adore and gush about. (i.e., Lawrence Sanders in The Tomorrow File) This one however, was disappointing.
FINAL VERDICT:
Trade-back
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