Review by Mys_Trea -- Timewise by Robert Leet
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Review by Mys_Trea -- Timewise by Robert Leet
[Following is a volunteer review of "Timewise" by Robert Leet.]
Timewise by Robert Leet is a book I wasn’t sure I’d enjoy. It is a science fiction novel. I love fiction but I’ve never been crazy about science or physics. The cover page seemed interesting, though, as did the book description. Always one to expand my horizons, I decided upon reading this book and I’m not completely shattered about it.
Our protagonist, named Rob is an orphaned boy who has moved from home to home and has an affinity for chess. We follow him from his teenage years where he meets his mentor and friend, Regina Russo. The two hit it off over a chess game and continue to impact each other’s lives in different ways. Rob is a likable character. He is smart, though not overly ambitious. His enthusiasm for poker and mathematics leads him down a few fascinating paths. Rob seemingly coasts through life until an offer from Regina steers him in a different direction altogether. It is interesting to watch the pair bond over late-night dinners and thought-provoking conversations. Regina is a physics professor and opens Rob up to her enchanting world of scientific theories.
One of the elements I enjoyed about this book was the various locations that I was transported to. Not only did I experience New England, but I was also captivated by the fast-paced New York and even the vast Nevada desert. The author, Mr. Leet, brilliantly captured these places and I really could envision them. The characters are also believable. I could, for instance, buy into the persona of Regina, the smart professor with a fair share of eccentricity and charisma. I could also appreciate all the other characters, all of whom added to the quality of the story.
I found the pace of this book to be a tad slow at times. I suppose it would be better suited to a reader who enjoys a story that untangles at a leisurely pace. Another thing I disliked was how intricately it delved into the complexities of physics. Many concepts swiftly flew over my head even though a fair number of my peers find my intellect fairly sound. I ended up settling on the conclusion that for complete understanding, one might need to be well-versed in the languages of Newton and Einstein. That being said, I was introduced to a few interesting scientific concepts and I appreciated the aspect of learning that came together with reading this book.
I rate this book 3 out of 4 stars. The story came together well and it was a pleasant read, all in all. The editing was very well done. I only found one or two typos which did not take away from my reading experience. The book contains profanity and scenes of a sexual nature, therefore I would not recommend it to young readers. Any science fiction lover can appreciate this book for what it is. If quantum physics is not really something you are remotely interested in, however, I would suggest giving this one a miss.
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Timewise
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Timewise by Robert Leet is a book I wasn’t sure I’d enjoy. It is a science fiction novel. I love fiction but I’ve never been crazy about science or physics. The cover page seemed interesting, though, as did the book description. Always one to expand my horizons, I decided upon reading this book and I’m not completely shattered about it.
Our protagonist, named Rob is an orphaned boy who has moved from home to home and has an affinity for chess. We follow him from his teenage years where he meets his mentor and friend, Regina Russo. The two hit it off over a chess game and continue to impact each other’s lives in different ways. Rob is a likable character. He is smart, though not overly ambitious. His enthusiasm for poker and mathematics leads him down a few fascinating paths. Rob seemingly coasts through life until an offer from Regina steers him in a different direction altogether. It is interesting to watch the pair bond over late-night dinners and thought-provoking conversations. Regina is a physics professor and opens Rob up to her enchanting world of scientific theories.
One of the elements I enjoyed about this book was the various locations that I was transported to. Not only did I experience New England, but I was also captivated by the fast-paced New York and even the vast Nevada desert. The author, Mr. Leet, brilliantly captured these places and I really could envision them. The characters are also believable. I could, for instance, buy into the persona of Regina, the smart professor with a fair share of eccentricity and charisma. I could also appreciate all the other characters, all of whom added to the quality of the story.
I found the pace of this book to be a tad slow at times. I suppose it would be better suited to a reader who enjoys a story that untangles at a leisurely pace. Another thing I disliked was how intricately it delved into the complexities of physics. Many concepts swiftly flew over my head even though a fair number of my peers find my intellect fairly sound. I ended up settling on the conclusion that for complete understanding, one might need to be well-versed in the languages of Newton and Einstein. That being said, I was introduced to a few interesting scientific concepts and I appreciated the aspect of learning that came together with reading this book.
I rate this book 3 out of 4 stars. The story came together well and it was a pleasant read, all in all. The editing was very well done. I only found one or two typos which did not take away from my reading experience. The book contains profanity and scenes of a sexual nature, therefore I would not recommend it to young readers. Any science fiction lover can appreciate this book for what it is. If quantum physics is not really something you are remotely interested in, however, I would suggest giving this one a miss.
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