Review of Beating Death: Doorways to The Universe
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Review of Beating Death: Doorways to The Universe
[Following is a volunteer review of "Beating Death: Doorways to The Universe" by Sean O'Banion.]
Robert O'Banion, who comes from a long line of witches, is born with a superpower that enables him to fly freely without flapping his arms. He tries to keep his flying abilities from the government, specifically the FBI, but one day while at the air force, he finds himself in a dangerous situation and has no choice but to use his superpowers. He is seen by the government, and they investigate and conduct horrible experiments on him. To stop the government and evil forces from interfering with his life and those of innocent people, Robert O'Banion must go to Harvey County and then Jacksonville with his dad, uncle, Emily, Jolie, Greta (incredibly gifted witches), and other veterans to help him stop this evil.
Sean O'Banion's Beating Death: Doorways to The Universe is a compelling sequel that delves deeper into the mysteries of the universe. Picking up where the first book left off, this sequel transports readers on a thrilling journey across various realms, ancient civilizations, and the very fabric of space and time. Sean O'Banion's writing is compelling, and his ability to weave complex ideas into an understandable narrative is amazing. The characters are well-developed, with sympathetic motivations and backstories that deepen the plot. I enjoy how each character, like Mark, has his own backstory from childhood to how he got involved in fights, almost killing a boy, to his rehabilitation and joining the Marines. Each character's unique development, with their own weaknesses and strengths, made reading more enjoyable and relaxing. I loved how the environment and various locations were well described, from the skyline and business of New York City to the slowness of small towns like Harvey County.
The pace is swift, with each chapter building to a climactic climax. The author's use of vivid descriptions and innovative world-building transported me as a reader into the universe, making it easy to feel invested in the characters as they matured. I liked how the plot flowed and how the characters developed in this novel. I was pleased to see changes in each character, which made it more memorable to me. Character growth is very important to me when reading a storyline, and Sean O'Banion delivered on that; nobody stayed the same in terms of personality and character. I enjoyed the author's sense of humor through these characters; they are filled with sarcasm and wit.
While this book was a wonderful read, the only thing I didn't like about it was how some of the narrative twists were a little obvious, like the classic murder of Mark’s father, which causes him to seek revenge and join Robert's team to stop the evil people that killed his father. I wish the author had given us an unexpected and original plot twist to keep us guessing, but the story is still rewarding and enjoyable. The amount of slang in this book can be overwhelming, making it difficult to understand what they are saying, but that's to show different people and accents.
Its interdisciplinary perspective, engaging writing style, and personal insights make it an important contribution. I give it 4 out of 5 stars because of its thrilling adventure, which appealed to me as a science fiction lover, but I deducted one star for its predictable plot turns. It was well-written and edited. I found no spelling or grammar concerns, and the vulgar language did not worry me because it was used colloquially by the characters in the novel.
I recommend this book to adults who are interested in examining existential concerns about life, death, and the essence of existence. This book would be particularly appealing to fantasy, science fiction, and adventure fans. I would not recommend that youngsters read this book because it contains vulgar language and sexual content.
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Robert O'Banion, who comes from a long line of witches, is born with a superpower that enables him to fly freely without flapping his arms. He tries to keep his flying abilities from the government, specifically the FBI, but one day while at the air force, he finds himself in a dangerous situation and has no choice but to use his superpowers. He is seen by the government, and they investigate and conduct horrible experiments on him. To stop the government and evil forces from interfering with his life and those of innocent people, Robert O'Banion must go to Harvey County and then Jacksonville with his dad, uncle, Emily, Jolie, Greta (incredibly gifted witches), and other veterans to help him stop this evil.
Sean O'Banion's Beating Death: Doorways to The Universe is a compelling sequel that delves deeper into the mysteries of the universe. Picking up where the first book left off, this sequel transports readers on a thrilling journey across various realms, ancient civilizations, and the very fabric of space and time. Sean O'Banion's writing is compelling, and his ability to weave complex ideas into an understandable narrative is amazing. The characters are well-developed, with sympathetic motivations and backstories that deepen the plot. I enjoy how each character, like Mark, has his own backstory from childhood to how he got involved in fights, almost killing a boy, to his rehabilitation and joining the Marines. Each character's unique development, with their own weaknesses and strengths, made reading more enjoyable and relaxing. I loved how the environment and various locations were well described, from the skyline and business of New York City to the slowness of small towns like Harvey County.
The pace is swift, with each chapter building to a climactic climax. The author's use of vivid descriptions and innovative world-building transported me as a reader into the universe, making it easy to feel invested in the characters as they matured. I liked how the plot flowed and how the characters developed in this novel. I was pleased to see changes in each character, which made it more memorable to me. Character growth is very important to me when reading a storyline, and Sean O'Banion delivered on that; nobody stayed the same in terms of personality and character. I enjoyed the author's sense of humor through these characters; they are filled with sarcasm and wit.
While this book was a wonderful read, the only thing I didn't like about it was how some of the narrative twists were a little obvious, like the classic murder of Mark’s father, which causes him to seek revenge and join Robert's team to stop the evil people that killed his father. I wish the author had given us an unexpected and original plot twist to keep us guessing, but the story is still rewarding and enjoyable. The amount of slang in this book can be overwhelming, making it difficult to understand what they are saying, but that's to show different people and accents.
Its interdisciplinary perspective, engaging writing style, and personal insights make it an important contribution. I give it 4 out of 5 stars because of its thrilling adventure, which appealed to me as a science fiction lover, but I deducted one star for its predictable plot turns. It was well-written and edited. I found no spelling or grammar concerns, and the vulgar language did not worry me because it was used colloquially by the characters in the novel.
I recommend this book to adults who are interested in examining existential concerns about life, death, and the essence of existence. This book would be particularly appealing to fantasy, science fiction, and adventure fans. I would not recommend that youngsters read this book because it contains vulgar language and sexual content.
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