Review of Ark of the Apocalypse
Posted: 03 Sep 2021, 07:16
[Following is a volunteer review of "Ark of the Apocalypse" by Tobin Marks.]
Tobin Marks submerges the reader into a fantastical world of possible future events, combined with dragon lore and one magical family. In Ark of the Apocalypse: The Magellan II Chronicles, the first in a series, time seems fluid as one family controls the destiny of the human race over several generations. A dying Earth, with little drinking water and a rising temperature, creates the need for a quick solution. The fate of the major powers on Earth are entwined as they unite to manufacture a starship to take humanity light years away. Unfortunately, life on the new planet is tested as the native species and differing opinions drive the colonist apart. The survival of the universe is rests on the shoulders of one woman, who will disappear for 1,000 years.
Ark of the Apocalypse: The Magellan II Chronicles is filled with many positive aspects. Although the book is quite lengthy, at 70 chapters, the reader is absorbed into the conflicts and personal lives of the characters. The political conflicts described are so believable that it almost becomes plausible that this is one option for the future of Earth. Every character has a life of their own, making the reader feel as if they know them, even if they are but momentary accompaniments to the main characters.
However, this book is not for the casual reader who sets their book down for weeks at a time. The details are so intricate and take place in so many locations from chapter to chapter one could almost get lost. The reader could travel from Japan to Russia, or even another world, with each chapter. A few times I, personally, questioned whether I was misreading a passage or whether the author simply missed an article within a sentence. Only a couple negative sides to an otherwise brilliant book.
Overall, I rate this book 4 out of 4 stars. Every word that was written was accurate and Tobin Marks uses beautiful language to create a truly unique and captivating novel. When focus shifts to a different country he brilliantly incorporates the proper endearments that would be used between characters. This book appears to be well researched and thought out. I cannot wait to read the sequel, which the prologue of has been generously added at the end of the first.
I would recommend this book to any young adult, old adult, or anyone in between who enjoys historical fiction, as well as sci-fi/fantasy novels. While this is not your traditional historical fiction it takes into consideration the past and potential conflicts that plague the world powers. For those who enjoy series about dragons, starships voyages, and other fantastical possibilities this is a great place to begin. I believe this book would appeal to a wide audience.
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Ark of the Apocalypse
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Tobin Marks submerges the reader into a fantastical world of possible future events, combined with dragon lore and one magical family. In Ark of the Apocalypse: The Magellan II Chronicles, the first in a series, time seems fluid as one family controls the destiny of the human race over several generations. A dying Earth, with little drinking water and a rising temperature, creates the need for a quick solution. The fate of the major powers on Earth are entwined as they unite to manufacture a starship to take humanity light years away. Unfortunately, life on the new planet is tested as the native species and differing opinions drive the colonist apart. The survival of the universe is rests on the shoulders of one woman, who will disappear for 1,000 years.
Ark of the Apocalypse: The Magellan II Chronicles is filled with many positive aspects. Although the book is quite lengthy, at 70 chapters, the reader is absorbed into the conflicts and personal lives of the characters. The political conflicts described are so believable that it almost becomes plausible that this is one option for the future of Earth. Every character has a life of their own, making the reader feel as if they know them, even if they are but momentary accompaniments to the main characters.
However, this book is not for the casual reader who sets their book down for weeks at a time. The details are so intricate and take place in so many locations from chapter to chapter one could almost get lost. The reader could travel from Japan to Russia, or even another world, with each chapter. A few times I, personally, questioned whether I was misreading a passage or whether the author simply missed an article within a sentence. Only a couple negative sides to an otherwise brilliant book.
Overall, I rate this book 4 out of 4 stars. Every word that was written was accurate and Tobin Marks uses beautiful language to create a truly unique and captivating novel. When focus shifts to a different country he brilliantly incorporates the proper endearments that would be used between characters. This book appears to be well researched and thought out. I cannot wait to read the sequel, which the prologue of has been generously added at the end of the first.
I would recommend this book to any young adult, old adult, or anyone in between who enjoys historical fiction, as well as sci-fi/fantasy novels. While this is not your traditional historical fiction it takes into consideration the past and potential conflicts that plague the world powers. For those who enjoy series about dragons, starships voyages, and other fantastical possibilities this is a great place to begin. I believe this book would appeal to a wide audience.
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Ark of the Apocalypse
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon