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Steal the Reaper
The most advanced warship on Earth is not from this world. For Captain Ava Tan, her mission is to steal it.
A mysterious spacecraft has crashed in a remote, mountainous region of North Korea. The ship is now in the hands of a tyrannical dictator who will stop at nothing to unlock its secrets and bring the West to its knees. As tensions rise in the wake of this threat, North Korea’s Supreme Leader is unaware that a small, prototype vessel, known as the Reaper, lays hidden within the wreckage. Its ingenious purpose could either save humanity or lead to its extinction.
Meanwhile, Captain Ava Tan is recruited for the boldest mission in military history: Steal the Reaper. Her orders are to infiltrate North Korea—the most isolated country on the planet—avoid triggering World War III, and pilot an alien vessel that is light years beyond anything she has ever flown. It is a suicide mission that will test Ava’s courage and force her to decide where her loyalties truly lie. Earth’s fate hangs in the balance and the clock is ticking.
A mysterious spacecraft has crashed in a remote, mountainous region of North Korea. The ship is now in the hands of a tyrannical dictator who will stop at nothing to unlock its secrets and bring the West to its knees. As tensions rise in the wake of this threat, North Korea’s Supreme Leader is unaware that a small, prototype vessel, known as the Reaper, lays hidden within the wreckage. Its ingenious purpose could either save humanity or lead to its extinction.
Meanwhile, Captain Ava Tan is recruited for the boldest mission in military history: Steal the Reaper. Her orders are to infiltrate North Korea—the most isolated country on the planet—avoid triggering World War III, and pilot an alien vessel that is light years beyond anything she has ever flown. It is a suicide mission that will test Ava’s courage and force her to decide where her loyalties truly lie. Earth’s fate hangs in the balance and the clock is ticking.
- GenresScience Fiction
510 pages, Hardcover
Published October 20, 2020
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About the author
Todd Hosea
3 books20 followersTodd Hosea (pronounced Ho-zee) is a writer of techno-thrillers. His works combine elements of military fiction, politics, action/adventure and sci-fi to create an edge-of-your seat experience for his readers.
With his debut novel, STEAL THE REAPER, Todd posed the question, "How would the world react if an alien spacecraft crashed inside North Korea?" Besides the social, economic and political ramifications, imagine a state sponsor of terror suddenly in possession of advanced alien technology. It could shift the balance of global power and trigger an arms race like no other. The American president is not about to let that happen. Knowing North Korea isn't about to hand over this tech voluntarily, the Americans hatch an audacious plan to steal it. Earth's fate hangs in the balance and the clock is ticking.
With his debut novel, STEAL THE REAPER, Todd posed the question, "How would the world react if an alien spacecraft crashed inside North Korea?" Besides the social, economic and political ramifications, imagine a state sponsor of terror suddenly in possession of advanced alien technology. It could shift the balance of global power and trigger an arms race like no other. The American president is not about to let that happen. Knowing North Korea isn't about to hand over this tech voluntarily, the Americans hatch an audacious plan to steal it. Earth's fate hangs in the balance and the clock is ticking.
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October 19, 2020
This book was epic! It's one of those stories that you can't get it out of your mind, even after walking away from it. There was just so much going on, so much on the line. The suspense killed me!
The writing was phenomenal, and the characters were all well-developed. Ava's story broke my heart into a thousand pieces, but she was so strong, so brave, and so humble. Kypa was a surprise. Well, he was full of lots of surprises. There were so many really good people, and there were so many really bad people. Some, you just didn't know which way they were going, and that made this book extra special. I also love how this book took you all around the world, to the depths of the ocean, and beyond.
I sense another book coming, which would be a great adventure!
Truly enjoyed this epic story! That's the word for this one--epic!
The writing was phenomenal, and the characters were all well-developed. Ava's story broke my heart into a thousand pieces, but she was so strong, so brave, and so humble. Kypa was a surprise. Well, he was full of lots of surprises. There were so many really good people, and there were so many really bad people. Some, you just didn't know which way they were going, and that made this book extra special. I also love how this book took you all around the world, to the depths of the ocean, and beyond.
I sense another book coming, which would be a great adventure!
Truly enjoyed this epic story! That's the word for this one--epic!
August 27, 2024
An amazing sci-fi/military/first contact adventure.
Wonderful, endearing characters and plenty of action.
Outstanding pace and very well edited.
Can't wait to begin the next book in the series.
Wonderful, endearing characters and plenty of action.
Outstanding pace and very well edited.
Can't wait to begin the next book in the series.
November 21, 2025
There is nothing negative to say about this series opener. Every scene was concise devoid of unnecessary drawn out dialog but kept you on the edge to the next.
Character development and action plus dubious characters all up to a can't put down story.
I can't wait to continue with The Reaper series.
Character development and action plus dubious characters all up to a can't put down story.
I can't wait to continue with The Reaper series.
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March 30, 2024MWSA Review
Steal the Reaper by Todd Hosea is an expansive sci-fi novel which tells the riveting story of Ava Tan’s daring mission to steal the most advanced starship on earth from North Korea. The author skillfully writes vivid scenes, introduces scores of compelling characters, all set in an authentic feeling near future. Readers who enjoy high-stakes, epic tales that span the globe and beyond should enjoy Todd Hosea’s ambitious novel.
Review by Brad Huestis (March 2024)
Steal the Reaper by Todd Hosea is an expansive sci-fi novel which tells the riveting story of Ava Tan’s daring mission to steal the most advanced starship on earth from North Korea. The author skillfully writes vivid scenes, introduces scores of compelling characters, all set in an authentic feeling near future. Readers who enjoy high-stakes, epic tales that span the globe and beyond should enjoy Todd Hosea’s ambitious novel.
Review by Brad Huestis (March 2024)
March 17, 2021
Initially, I picked up this book because of the author’s acknowledgement of Tom Clancy and Michael Crichton as his influences. I am a fan of both as well, and I was excited to see that Todd Hosea had entered the arena. I hoped that his writing would measure up, and I’m happy to report that from the opening line, Hosea’s debut delivered action. Steal the Reaper is a very readable techno-thriller, pitting man, in this case a woman, against an extraterrestrial threat, as well as her fellow man, in what is an exciting fast-paced character-driven tale.
There are several moving parts to the story. There is a romantic component, including the loss of loved ones. There is a sense of wonder and awe, as we are compelled to contemplate how our first contact with extraterrestrials might actually play out, and how we may (or may not) empathize with each other. But at the story’s center is an international power struggle, ultimately leading to the possibility of global annihilation. At the heart of it all is Captain Ava Tan, a badass heroine with nerves of steel. She must prevail over seemingly insurmountable threats, both foreign and domestic.
Tom Clancy never served in the military. Todd Hosea did. You could therefore say the book is well researched, simply because in many aspects Hosea lived in a version of the world he describes in his story. He takes us to places we have all heard about, but where few civilians are able to visit. We’re all familiar with the bunker at NORAD, and top secret bases such as Area 51. I’m curious as to what kinds of assignments Hosea encountered during his deployments to NORAD and Air Force Space Command in Colorado Springs, and NAS Keflavik in Iceland. I can only imagine what he might have seen during his service.
Hosea demonstrates through his writing that he lives somewhere in the sweet spot between artist and artisan. Being a veteran, one might expect him to have a tendency to write in stiff military jargon. Instead, he seems to effortlessly engross us in his story, without ever accidentally jarring us back to reality. The story is so well composed that it just unfolds for us naturally. I literally watched each scene play out in my mind as I progressed through the story.
I rooted for Captain Ava Tan, Hosea’s Jack Ryan, from the very beginning, and found myself empathizing with all the characters, both the good and the bad. Each was believable. As each of the major players were introduced and developed, their motives unfolded, resulting in several twists and turns, keeping the story very interesting, and keeping my eyes glued to each page. The dialogue was also well written, and perfectly natural sounding. Occasionally, Hosea would throw in a zinger like, “Don’t shit me, Doc. I’m your favorite turd.” These were appreciated and always drew a smile from me. Eventually, all of the pieces fell into place as the story crescendoed to an end. Hosea tied everything up nicely with a dramatic finish.
Steal the Reaper has all of the components of a great read. It couldn’t have been released at a better time, given the state of our world in full-on pandemic mode. Just as we all feel the need for a return to normal, we need the sequel to Steal the Reaper!
There are several moving parts to the story. There is a romantic component, including the loss of loved ones. There is a sense of wonder and awe, as we are compelled to contemplate how our first contact with extraterrestrials might actually play out, and how we may (or may not) empathize with each other. But at the story’s center is an international power struggle, ultimately leading to the possibility of global annihilation. At the heart of it all is Captain Ava Tan, a badass heroine with nerves of steel. She must prevail over seemingly insurmountable threats, both foreign and domestic.
Tom Clancy never served in the military. Todd Hosea did. You could therefore say the book is well researched, simply because in many aspects Hosea lived in a version of the world he describes in his story. He takes us to places we have all heard about, but where few civilians are able to visit. We’re all familiar with the bunker at NORAD, and top secret bases such as Area 51. I’m curious as to what kinds of assignments Hosea encountered during his deployments to NORAD and Air Force Space Command in Colorado Springs, and NAS Keflavik in Iceland. I can only imagine what he might have seen during his service.
Hosea demonstrates through his writing that he lives somewhere in the sweet spot between artist and artisan. Being a veteran, one might expect him to have a tendency to write in stiff military jargon. Instead, he seems to effortlessly engross us in his story, without ever accidentally jarring us back to reality. The story is so well composed that it just unfolds for us naturally. I literally watched each scene play out in my mind as I progressed through the story.
I rooted for Captain Ava Tan, Hosea’s Jack Ryan, from the very beginning, and found myself empathizing with all the characters, both the good and the bad. Each was believable. As each of the major players were introduced and developed, their motives unfolded, resulting in several twists and turns, keeping the story very interesting, and keeping my eyes glued to each page. The dialogue was also well written, and perfectly natural sounding. Occasionally, Hosea would throw in a zinger like, “Don’t shit me, Doc. I’m your favorite turd.” These were appreciated and always drew a smile from me. Eventually, all of the pieces fell into place as the story crescendoed to an end. Hosea tied everything up nicely with a dramatic finish.
Steal the Reaper has all of the components of a great read. It couldn’t have been released at a better time, given the state of our world in full-on pandemic mode. Just as we all feel the need for a return to normal, we need the sequel to Steal the Reaper!
February 10, 2021
Todd Hosea has given us a remarkably good first novel. Steal The Reaper gripped this reader in the first pages and held that grip throughout a fast-paced reading. At no point did I want to give up reading this book. It’s mostly technothriller with some sci-fi added in, so it will appeal to a wide range of readers. Skillfully set in the present day, it will be some years before it will be dated. In fact, so long as North Korea remains a reclusive nation with a paranoid dictator, Steal The Reaper will read as though it is hot off the press.
Hosea writes with the insider knowledge of the military veteran he is. He’s comfortable with weapons and weapons systems, aircraft, ships, and all manner of military technology. He uses technical terms and military jargon without burdening the reader unnecessarily. His characters span the world from the Persian Gulf to the Pacific to stateside bases.
The book’s characters are well conceived and well constructed. They’re credible. The personality types we encounter all seem familiar, even if it take some time to get to know them. Even the exotic characters come across as very believable and worthy of the reader’s sympathy. On a human level, we encounter characters who are noble and characters who are deceitful and manipulative. There’s a reaffirmation of the best human character traits along with a warning about people who place power and self-worship ahead of a sound moral code.
Although I do most of my reading in non-fiction, Steal The Reaper grabbed my attention and kept me turning pages. There were several sections I simply could not put down. The reading never dragged. Hosea set a strong pace without stopping for a long rest anywhere along the way. I found it very engaging.
I can only hope that there will be other novels this good coming from this new author’s keyboard in the very near future.
Hosea writes with the insider knowledge of the military veteran he is. He’s comfortable with weapons and weapons systems, aircraft, ships, and all manner of military technology. He uses technical terms and military jargon without burdening the reader unnecessarily. His characters span the world from the Persian Gulf to the Pacific to stateside bases.
The book’s characters are well conceived and well constructed. They’re credible. The personality types we encounter all seem familiar, even if it take some time to get to know them. Even the exotic characters come across as very believable and worthy of the reader’s sympathy. On a human level, we encounter characters who are noble and characters who are deceitful and manipulative. There’s a reaffirmation of the best human character traits along with a warning about people who place power and self-worship ahead of a sound moral code.
Although I do most of my reading in non-fiction, Steal The Reaper grabbed my attention and kept me turning pages. There were several sections I simply could not put down. The reading never dragged. Hosea set a strong pace without stopping for a long rest anywhere along the way. I found it very engaging.
I can only hope that there will be other novels this good coming from this new author’s keyboard in the very near future.
May 26, 2023
Reviewed by Foluso Falaye for Readers' Favorite
When an alien ship crashes in North Korea, the USA fears that the superior technology from the ship could shift the global balance of power in the favor of DPRK. Consequently, Ava, a top United States Air Force Academy graduate, is sent by her country to go into North Korea on a perilous mission. It involves stealing the alien ship while risking starting a war by upsetting the country's tyrannical leader. Meanwhile, another threat to Earth is revealed when a displaced alien warns of other aliens who would do anything to extract Earth's resources if they found out about them. Will humans unite to defend themselves against technologically superior extraterrestrials or destroy themselves first with their hunger for power? Steal the Reaper (The Reaper Series Book 1) by Todd Hosea is an irresistible and suspense-filled sci-fi tale about a likely alien invasion, espionage, and high-stakes international missions.
Todd Hosea's creation of calamitous situations and a sense of urgency is all that's needed to make you forget about the real world and follow this dangerous mission. Steal the Reaper focuses on the micro aspects and the real-time actions of its main characters, but also shifts the perspective to a macro view. This reveals the political stance of power-seeking countries and the impact of their decisions on the future of the world. If you love narratives about aliens, you will be captivated by the vivid descriptions of extraterrestrials and their unique way of life, advanced technology, and different biology. I enjoyed the book's complex strategies, neatly woven multiple viewpoints, and fascinating worldbuilding involving sophisticated intruders. I can't wait to continue the fun in the sequel.
When an alien ship crashes in North Korea, the USA fears that the superior technology from the ship could shift the global balance of power in the favor of DPRK. Consequently, Ava, a top United States Air Force Academy graduate, is sent by her country to go into North Korea on a perilous mission. It involves stealing the alien ship while risking starting a war by upsetting the country's tyrannical leader. Meanwhile, another threat to Earth is revealed when a displaced alien warns of other aliens who would do anything to extract Earth's resources if they found out about them. Will humans unite to defend themselves against technologically superior extraterrestrials or destroy themselves first with their hunger for power? Steal the Reaper (The Reaper Series Book 1) by Todd Hosea is an irresistible and suspense-filled sci-fi tale about a likely alien invasion, espionage, and high-stakes international missions.
Todd Hosea's creation of calamitous situations and a sense of urgency is all that's needed to make you forget about the real world and follow this dangerous mission. Steal the Reaper focuses on the micro aspects and the real-time actions of its main characters, but also shifts the perspective to a macro view. This reveals the political stance of power-seeking countries and the impact of their decisions on the future of the world. If you love narratives about aliens, you will be captivated by the vivid descriptions of extraterrestrials and their unique way of life, advanced technology, and different biology. I enjoyed the book's complex strategies, neatly woven multiple viewpoints, and fascinating worldbuilding involving sophisticated intruders. I can't wait to continue the fun in the sequel.
September 30, 2024
Excellent Storytelling!!
I just finished this novel today and have enjoyed it tremendously. I am not a professional critic, so let me just tell you what I think of Todd's writing in general.
This is a "first contact" novel that goes beyond a bunch of aliens showing up only to have us spend 500 pages shooting at each other. There is real character development, a great plot, and a very intelligent development of the extraterrestrial life form. I found myself loving to hate the bad guys, feeling like a friend to the good guys, and desperate to pick up the next book in the series. While this first installment is still action-packed and suspenseful, it's also smart and appealing to the reader's intellect. I highly recommend Mr. Hosea's work to action, sci-fi, and techno-thriller fans alike. It's just plain fun, and, as much as can be expected from a story about a telepathic alien and his spaceship, believable!
I just finished this novel today and have enjoyed it tremendously. I am not a professional critic, so let me just tell you what I think of Todd's writing in general.
This is a "first contact" novel that goes beyond a bunch of aliens showing up only to have us spend 500 pages shooting at each other. There is real character development, a great plot, and a very intelligent development of the extraterrestrial life form. I found myself loving to hate the bad guys, feeling like a friend to the good guys, and desperate to pick up the next book in the series. While this first installment is still action-packed and suspenseful, it's also smart and appealing to the reader's intellect. I highly recommend Mr. Hosea's work to action, sci-fi, and techno-thriller fans alike. It's just plain fun, and, as much as can be expected from a story about a telepathic alien and his spaceship, believable!
July 26, 2021
Steal the Reaper is a mega-page turner with Blockbuster movie potential. The book’s protagonist, Ava Tan, empowers Asian American women readers, offering a valuable reading experience in the wake of the 2021 Atlanta spa shootings. This page turner inspires all readers, while providing a welcome antidote to the collective paranoia, self-doubt, and confusion that anti-Asian pandemic rhetoric has generated. Ultimately, Todd Hosea proves through his action-packed storylines that Asian American women can kick ass beautifully.
August 2, 2021
Loved this book!
Buckle your seatbelt, this terrific romp starts out action packed and keeps you hooked until the final page. I enjoyed the detail behind the military jargon and appreciated it being easy to understand for civilians. Todd Hosea's vision of the alien world is magical and truly brings Kypa and his Aiwan world to life.
I'm delighted to know we don't have to say goodbye to most of these engaging characters and looking forward to the next installment! Also, I'm ready to buy my ticket to the movie at any time!!
Buckle your seatbelt, this terrific romp starts out action packed and keeps you hooked until the final page. I enjoyed the detail behind the military jargon and appreciated it being easy to understand for civilians. Todd Hosea's vision of the alien world is magical and truly brings Kypa and his Aiwan world to life.
I'm delighted to know we don't have to say goodbye to most of these engaging characters and looking forward to the next installment! Also, I'm ready to buy my ticket to the movie at any time!!
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September 21, 2022It started out ok, then Hosea writes, "Most NEOs averaged about fifty-five thousand miles per hour before hitting Earth’s atmosphere. That was a little less than one-third the speed of light."
What??? 55K mph is 1/3 the speed of LIGHT?!
BTW, the speed of light is actually 299,792,458 metres per SECOND, or 186,000 miles per SECOND, or 670,616,629 mph (miles per hour). Sooo, 55K mph is actually about nothing compared to the speed of light.
I really like SF authors to actually know a little bit of science.
Help me. Should I continue reading the book? Are there other science mistakes?
What??? 55K mph is 1/3 the speed of LIGHT?!
BTW, the speed of light is actually 299,792,458 metres per SECOND, or 186,000 miles per SECOND, or 670,616,629 mph (miles per hour). Sooo, 55K mph is actually about nothing compared to the speed of light.
I really like SF authors to actually know a little bit of science.
Help me. Should I continue reading the book? Are there other science mistakes?
August 9, 2024
A Gripping Start to an Exciting Series
I was hooked from the first chapter with this one. The story is full of suspense and action, with just the right amount of mystery to keep you guessing. The characters are well-developed and relatable, which made me invested in their journey from the get-go. The plot moves at a great pace, keeping the excitement high without feeling rushed. This book sets up the series perfectly, leaving you eager to dive into the next installment. If you’re looking for a thrilling read with plenty of twists, this is definitely worth picking up!
I was hooked from the first chapter with this one. The story is full of suspense and action, with just the right amount of mystery to keep you guessing. The characters are well-developed and relatable, which made me invested in their journey from the get-go. The plot moves at a great pace, keeping the excitement high without feeling rushed. This book sets up the series perfectly, leaving you eager to dive into the next installment. If you’re looking for a thrilling read with plenty of twists, this is definitely worth picking up!
November 4, 2020
A fast, fun adventure! The story captured my imagination from start to finish with an exciting plot, well-researched settings, and fully evolved characters. Ava Tan, an Air Force pilot, accepts the challenge to do the impossible in an unpredictable journey from the ocean depths to the stars. She’s courageous, witty, and bold.
The characters come to life with unique personalities and motives. Each chapter reveals a new twist, creating a can’t-stop-reading ride.
I want a sequel!
The characters come to life with unique personalities and motives. Each chapter reveals a new twist, creating a can’t-stop-reading ride.
I want a sequel!
January 2, 2021
This was an entertaining read, well thought out plot with interesting characters. At times the character development was a tad overdone, but not detrimental to the flow of the story. I enjoyed how the author painted a vivid mental picture of the alien technology, particularly the flight controls of the Reaper. Was the story a bit far-fetched? Of course! But that is the beauty of science fiction! 😀 I would definitely read another offering but Mr Hosea.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 15, 2021
An excellent read!
This is not my normal genre but was hooked instantly. The way the story unfolds makes every bit of it realistic. The author puts the prefect amount of detail to where the reader feels like they are experiencing every moment with the characters. It has plenty of action and kept me on the edge of my seat more than a few times. I can not wait for the second book! Highly recommend this book.
This is not my normal genre but was hooked instantly. The way the story unfolds makes every bit of it realistic. The author puts the prefect amount of detail to where the reader feels like they are experiencing every moment with the characters. It has plenty of action and kept me on the edge of my seat more than a few times. I can not wait for the second book! Highly recommend this book.
August 19, 2024
Thrilling adventure that keeps you on the edge!
I thoroughly enjoyed Steal the Reaper. It is imaginative and balances different genres. The military and espionage elements are meticulously detailed and clearly reflect Hosea’s background and expertise. The science fiction aspects including portrayal of alien technology is imaginative and plausible. Must read for fans of science fiction, military thrillers and action packed adventures.
I thoroughly enjoyed Steal the Reaper. It is imaginative and balances different genres. The military and espionage elements are meticulously detailed and clearly reflect Hosea’s background and expertise. The science fiction aspects including portrayal of alien technology is imaginative and plausible. Must read for fans of science fiction, military thrillers and action packed adventures.
November 5, 2020
A fun adventure. Well developed plot that shows incredible insight to how undercover military missions can operate and knowledgeable details about the inner workings of the US government. Characters all play their own important role to the progression of the story, and the reader grows fondly attached to each of them.
December 16, 2020
Excellent read. It’s an intriguing story with twists and turns. I love the suspense and the story line was so unexpected with the intertwining of the military, politics and Science Fiction. All of the characters come to life. This is an amazing story that’s hard to put down. I would love to read a sequel.
April 24, 2024
Excellent book!
This was a great read! Mr. Hosea has done a great job with character development and storyline consistency not to mention a tale that sucks you in and causes you to disregard your daily chores and hygiene in order to keep reading. I'll be catching up on my chores and hygiene before I start on the sequel.
This was a great read! Mr. Hosea has done a great job with character development and storyline consistency not to mention a tale that sucks you in and causes you to disregard your daily chores and hygiene in order to keep reading. I'll be catching up on my chores and hygiene before I start on the sequel.
August 24, 2024
Steal the Reaper -
This is mostly a good book. It is long and I enjoyed it. The author tells a great story. My only objections are regarding the actions of personnel who would hold top secret clearances behaving in a way that they would never behave. With a little extra thought and explanation, these could have been overcome. Nonetheless, it was a good book.
This is mostly a good book. It is long and I enjoyed it. The author tells a great story. My only objections are regarding the actions of personnel who would hold top secret clearances behaving in a way that they would never behave. With a little extra thought and explanation, these could have been overcome. Nonetheless, it was a good book.
December 26, 2024
Odyssey meets Independence Day
It didn't take long for this book to suck me in. I was crying within a few pages, and the ride only got more intense! Filled with relevant events, labeling this sci-fi is limiting. Yes, it's science fiction, but it has all the elements for a true classic--love, loss, betrayal and heartbreak, with an ending that leaves you hungry for more!
It didn't take long for this book to suck me in. I was crying within a few pages, and the ride only got more intense! Filled with relevant events, labeling this sci-fi is limiting. Yes, it's science fiction, but it has all the elements for a true classic--love, loss, betrayal and heartbreak, with an ending that leaves you hungry for more!
May 30, 2024
I won this in a Goodreads giveaway.
Overall a decent story, with interesting characters. I wavered between 3.5 and 4 stars at times, some of the writing was a little simplistic and the ending seemed like it dragged out a bit. But overall it was entertaining and worthwhile.
Overall a decent story, with interesting characters. I wavered between 3.5 and 4 stars at times, some of the writing was a little simplistic and the ending seemed like it dragged out a bit. But overall it was entertaining and worthwhile.
April 22, 2024
What a trip
This was an amazing journey. Don't want to say anything about the story itself. Written every well and the characters are realistic. Holywood needs to take notes for their characters.
This was an amazing journey. Don't want to say anything about the story itself. Written every well and the characters are realistic. Holywood needs to take notes for their characters.
July 18, 2024
just wow
I must admit, I’m not all that into sci-fi but this book was a smooth easy read with lots of grappling action. Without explicit content, and clear concise language, Steal the Reaper held my attention long after I put it down. I’m definitely reading book 2.
I must admit, I’m not all that into sci-fi but this book was a smooth easy read with lots of grappling action. Without explicit content, and clear concise language, Steal the Reaper held my attention long after I put it down. I’m definitely reading book 2.
July 10, 2023
fantastic
I absolutely loved this book! I great cross section of a high tech thriller with an incredible dose of sci-fi! A true must read!
I absolutely loved this book! I great cross section of a high tech thriller with an incredible dose of sci-fi! A true must read!
July 30, 2024
Great story!
Steal the Reaper has a great story line, and interesting plot and character development too. I can’t wait to read the second one, Hunt the Reaper!
Steal the Reaper has a great story line, and interesting plot and character development too. I can’t wait to read the second one, Hunt the Reaper!
November 19, 2024
Hard to put down!
I really enjoyed this book. It was entertaining and a nice escapism story. I will definitely read the next book in the series.
I really enjoyed this book. It was entertaining and a nice escapism story. I will definitely read the next book in the series.
September 27, 2025
A very interesting story
The story moved pretty quick. It had some interesting characters and some nice twist all through the story and until the conclusion.
The story moved pretty quick. It had some interesting characters and some nice twist all through the story and until the conclusion.
February 14, 2022
Some disconnected thoughts, in no particular order:
1. For a first-time, self-published author whose main editing/feedback crew (apparently) consisted on family members, color me impressed. The plot was focused, the writing itself felt very practiced, and - most importantly - it stuck the landing. I'm always glad to support new and striving authors following their dreams. Despite several of my points below, they are really nitpicks, as I think he's got a bright future as he hones his craft.
2. The overall style, manner of characterizations, etc. definitely felt like it was influenced by Tom Clancy school of military thrillers. That's either good or bad, depending on your tastes.
3. Switching between multiple third-person limited perspectives within a single block of text was jarring. Hopefully, he'll get a beta reader who can help him with that in future works.
4. The first part's pacing was very slow, especially since the reader knew what the climax was going to be very early on. In other words, it took far too long (or felt too long)to get the main character involved in the main plot.
5. It appears to me like the book is primarily a set-up and worldbuilding exercise for the stories the author actually wants to tell in later novels.
1. For a first-time, self-published author whose main editing/feedback crew (apparently) consisted on family members, color me impressed. The plot was focused, the writing itself felt very practiced, and - most importantly - it stuck the landing. I'm always glad to support new and striving authors following their dreams. Despite several of my points below, they are really nitpicks, as I think he's got a bright future as he hones his craft.
2. The overall style, manner of characterizations, etc. definitely felt like it was influenced by Tom Clancy school of military thrillers. That's either good or bad, depending on your tastes.
3. Switching between multiple third-person limited perspectives within a single block of text was jarring. Hopefully, he'll get a beta reader who can help him with that in future works.
4. The first part's pacing was very slow, especially since the reader knew what the climax was going to be very early on. In other words, it took far too long (or felt too long)to get the main character involved in the main plot.
5. It appears to me like the book is primarily a set-up and worldbuilding exercise for the stories the author actually wants to tell in later novels.
July 9, 2024
The way it started I thought oh another war story but then it took off in a whole new direction! Todd Hosea is a great story teller. The twists and turns keep you on the edge and make you not want to put it down. The characters he's created suck you into the story. I can't wait to read Book 2!! Highly recommend for any Sci fi enthusiast!!!
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