May BOTM - Featured Review: Save the Last Bullet for God

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Re: May BOTM - Featured Review: Save the Last Bullet for God

Post by kelsiemaxwell »

I’m a simple woman, so I doubt I could handle the complex ideas in this novel. Great review, though.
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Your review has piqued my interest in this book. It seems to be a very stimulating piece of work having touched upon such diverse subjects. I would love to read this one. I don't think it's an easy one to review, but you have done it full justice. Thank you for the thorough review.
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Post by Emily Guerra »

This is an interesting review. At first, I didn't feel any attraction to the title. As I read your reaction and what the book is about, I became interested in the content. I'm a follower of Jesus Christ, I guess that's caused my first impression but when I read it wasn't attacking Christianity, that's when I said: "I need to read this book!"

I love the mental and emotional challenge on the content. Seems like its a very different kind of literature than what I'm used to reading. Thank you!
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Sounds like a wild adventure of a book! I love intellectual discourse and alternate histories so this seems perfect! And the title and cover art grab your interest right away. Nicely done!
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Post by Jacquelyn-63 »

Wow with a title like that I wasn’t interested. Now after reading this review it sounds so interesting. It’s amazing isn’t it? That all of these things and events can come along and then you realize they haven’t snuffed out belief in God completely. They’ve tried so hard for centuries and they can’t get rid of this belief.
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This book is truly interesting! I start reading and next thing I know it’s already been a few hours. I’ve always been a fan of science fiction but this one takes the cake. But what I enjoy most is how the author really makes the readers look at things from a different perspective.
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Post by EvaDar »

This one sounds a complex story. Aliens, psychology, physics and astronomy! It would take a skilled writer to pull that off. I'm glad you enjoyed the book. Not my genre, but I enjoyed your review.
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Post by Issa2507 »

Not very interested in historical stories, but it looks like the twist that is involved in this book make it a “got to try book”, so, now I’m in.
Thanks for the review
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The title of the book caught my interest. The concept of human beings evolving into aliens is unique. This seems to be an interesting read for people who like complex works that encompass psychology, physics, astronomy and history etc. Thank you for the review.
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Post by LV2R »

The jumping around in time could make it a bit more challenging to piece the story together, but then again maybe it is intended to add an overall complex feeling. You mentioned that the author uses complex ideas including psychology, physics, astronomy, history, and others. I wonder if the story makes us question what we consider reality.
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Post by María Andrea Fernández Sepúlveda »

Wow. The topic is certainly original and I like that you describe it as "stimulating". I like books that challenge me and make me think. However, I'm not much into sci-fi and I think this book is too "out there" for me.
Your review is very enthusiastic and honest, thank you.
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Post by ea_anthony »

Nice review, however a very easy choice to pass up on checking out this book. Too many books, too little time- a reader has to be more discerning. I might also be a bit biased because of the title- still no time to confirm my bias or otherwise.
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After reading the review, I decided to download the book and I can't wait to read that final sentence. Thanks for such a thought-provoking review!
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Post by briellejee »

I'm glad that you pointed out that this book is not an attack to any faith as it would discourage some readers. This seems to be up in my alley too, so I will be reading this. I am curious as to what the author cooked up, especially about the mission. Also, seeing the world and its historical events in a different perspective is really exciting. Thanks for this well-laid out review! :tiphat:
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Post by starshipsaga »

Sounds like quite a unique book. Although I am a fan of science fiction, I mostly read the genre for fun and entertainment, and admittedly the idea of a story that jumps around in time does not appeal to me too much, nor do the subjects which seem overly heavy and complex. I will consider it though, thank you for your informative review!
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