Synopsis:
“A once believed distant past returns for Collector Karson. With possessing the only license accepted galaxy wide, Karson’s employer, the Solicitor General, forces him back to his memories. Hoping a defined life could be muddled into the grey, he encounters something that shows him just how black and white his world is. Standard routine becomes a complex adventure, men become evil beasts, women become a divine treasure, a simple contract becomes his purpose. Karson must find his Brother of the Forge, before the Fool takes him.”
Dive into the rich world Collector Karson must navigate to fulfill his simple contract. Technology, Empires, Kingdoms, Lovers, Veterans, Warlords, and the Divine, all can be found inside The Collector , a sci-fi action thriller and the debut novel of author Eli Stephens.
Favorite Lines:
“You may know her every move, but I know her every desire, so I suggest you step back before those desires sway against you…friend.”
“‘You walked into my club with a T-seven, what did you expect?’ Karson added, ‘It was two actually.’ ‘Pardon?’ Karson repeated, “It was two, I had two T-sevens.’ ‘Oh shit my bad…you came in with TWO T-sevens, what did you expect?'”
“So, you are blind suddenly?…Nope just oblivious.”
My Opinion:
I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for my honest opinion.
This is a debut novel for Stephens and I thought it was a fantastic first book! It was a really refreshing and creative story concept that I am jealous Stephens was able to pull off and bring to life. Karson’s journey was an interesting one as he finds himself whisked away from the world he thought he knew that was rooted in routine and into a world full of intrigue, action, and adventure.
Stephen’s world building is nothing short of extraordinary, weaving together elements of technology, empires, kingdoms, and the divine to create a tapestry of rich details that keep readers invested throughout the story. Stephens does a great job at blending elements of sci-fi, action, and thriller genres to create a story that is quite unique.
Summary:
Overall, with the compelling characters, intricate world-building, and interesting plot, this would be a great read for fans of the genre and newcomers alike. If you like sci-fi, thrillers, action, adventure, and a touch of romance, then this book could be for you. Happy reading!
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