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Roadkill
Three 20-somethings are all that stands between an otherworldly threat and the survival of Earth in the latest thrill ride by Dennis E. Taylor, author of the Audible and New York Times best-selling Bobiverse series.
Jack Kernigan is having a bad day...a bad year...a bad life. After being booted out of MIT, he’s back in his Ohio hometown, working for the family business, facing a life of mediocrity. Then one day, out on a delivery, his truck hits...something. Something big...something furry...something invisible. And, it turns out, something not of this Earth.
Fate can play funny tricks. Which is why Jack suddenly finds himself the planet’s best hope to unravel a conspiracy of galactic proportions that could spell the end of the human race. All Jack and his best friends, Natalie and Patrick, have to defeat an alien threat is their wits, a lot of coffee, and a rather snippy AI named Sheldon. Plus, their own spaceship.
After all, if you’re going to rescue the world, the least you can get out of it is your own spaceship.
Jack Kernigan is having a bad day...a bad year...a bad life. After being booted out of MIT, he’s back in his Ohio hometown, working for the family business, facing a life of mediocrity. Then one day, out on a delivery, his truck hits...something. Something big...something furry...something invisible. And, it turns out, something not of this Earth.
Fate can play funny tricks. Which is why Jack suddenly finds himself the planet’s best hope to unravel a conspiracy of galactic proportions that could spell the end of the human race. All Jack and his best friends, Natalie and Patrick, have to defeat an alien threat is their wits, a lot of coffee, and a rather snippy AI named Sheldon. Plus, their own spaceship.
After all, if you’re going to rescue the world, the least you can get out of it is your own spaceship.
9 pages, Audible Audio
First published August 4, 2022
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Dennis E. Taylor
25 books9,534 followersI am a retired computer programmer, an enthusiastic snowboarder, and an inveterate science fiction reader.
And, apparently, an author now. Did not see that coming.
And, apparently, an author now. Did not see that coming.
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September 1, 2022
I bet the first thing popping into your head when reading that title is NOT "alien". And yet this is exactly what the titular roadkill is. Or was. *snickers*
The protagonist has been suspended from MIT after someone hacked his account to mine some bitcoins and do other shady stuff so now he's driving a delivery truck - which is the murder weapon.
What he couldn't have expected in his wildest dreams is that the thing he hit is invisible and an alien!
True to form, this gigantic nerd does NOT call the authorities but his best friends instead and starts investigating. Ending in them finding a spaceship and more trouble than they could have ever wished for, mostly in form os a snarky AI that has only just now become sentient. *lol*
It's always nice coming back to one of Taylor's stories - Ray Porter narrating all of the audios is an added bonus. This was no different. It took a few chapters to get going but then it was a race to the finish line full of chuckles and bursts of sardonic laughter. Not as brilliant as Bob, but nevertheless just what the doctor had ordered.
The protagonist has been suspended from MIT after someone hacked his account to mine some bitcoins and do other shady stuff so now he's driving a delivery truck - which is the murder weapon.
What he couldn't have expected in his wildest dreams is that the thing he hit is invisible and an alien!
True to form, this gigantic nerd does NOT call the authorities but his best friends instead and starts investigating. Ending in them finding a spaceship and more trouble than they could have ever wished for, mostly in form os a snarky AI that has only just now become sentient. *lol*
It's always nice coming back to one of Taylor's stories - Ray Porter narrating all of the audios is an added bonus. This was no different. It took a few chapters to get going but then it was a race to the finish line full of chuckles and bursts of sardonic laughter. Not as brilliant as Bob, but nevertheless just what the doctor had ordered.
August 4, 2022
Unlike a lot of Mr. Taylor's readers, I am not a huge fan of science fiction. It is his storytelling ability that draws me, rather than the genre in which he chooses to write. In short, his books are consistently entertaining.
And they're also broadly accessible. Here, as he has done in the past, he anchors his otherworldly tale with everyman (and everywoman) characters. They're deeply normal, supremely likeable, and have good senses of humor. And, honestly, anyone reading a description of the plot would have to know there's a strong comic element here. You could call this a first contact novel--the first contact being that of a car hitting an invisible alien on a deserted road. Thus college student Jack learns that we are not alone in the universe, knowledge that he quickly shares with his two best friends. Adventures and insanity ensue. It's a fun and rollicking ride that comes to a very satisfactory conclusion, while at the same time leaving the door wide open to further adventures.
It's worth noting that I listened to the audiobook, where Mr. Taylor has again teamed successfully with the talented Ray Porter. Mr. Porter handles this sort of material so well. He does a great job with all of the characters, and I defy you to tell me there wasn't a homage to Galaxy Quest with one of the voices. My favorite character--and surely everyone's--is that of an AI. He may not be fully paranoid android, but he's sarcastic AF and gets all the best lines.
And speaking of pop culture, this novel is saturated with it. There's enough going on here to bring joy to any geek's heart. Grab a pan-galactic gargle blaster and settle in for a wild ride. Set the countdown clock for a sequel!
And they're also broadly accessible. Here, as he has done in the past, he anchors his otherworldly tale with everyman (and everywoman) characters. They're deeply normal, supremely likeable, and have good senses of humor. And, honestly, anyone reading a description of the plot would have to know there's a strong comic element here. You could call this a first contact novel--the first contact being that of a car hitting an invisible alien on a deserted road. Thus college student Jack learns that we are not alone in the universe, knowledge that he quickly shares with his two best friends. Adventures and insanity ensue. It's a fun and rollicking ride that comes to a very satisfactory conclusion, while at the same time leaving the door wide open to further adventures.
It's worth noting that I listened to the audiobook, where Mr. Taylor has again teamed successfully with the talented Ray Porter. Mr. Porter handles this sort of material so well. He does a great job with all of the characters, and I defy you to tell me there wasn't a homage to Galaxy Quest with one of the voices. My favorite character--and surely everyone's--is that of an AI. He may not be fully paranoid android, but he's sarcastic AF and gets all the best lines.
And speaking of pop culture, this novel is saturated with it. There's enough going on here to bring joy to any geek's heart. Grab a pan-galactic gargle blaster and settle in for a wild ride. Set the countdown clock for a sequel!
June 17, 2023
Characters were ripped off from other books and authors. There are leftist woke views strewn throughout the story. I am done with dennis and will not be following or reading his material anymore.
August 27, 2024
From the author and narrator of the Bobiverse books comes this hilarious, (mostly earthbound) science fiction story that I just adored.
A young man hits something on the road, but he never saw what it was. Upon getting out for a look-see, he couldn't see> anything. But he walked into something.
From that point on this young man and his friends are thrown into an interstellar incident involving an entire covenant of aliens and a sharp, snarky sentient AI.
This was fun, funny and filled with all kinds of Star Trek and other science fiction references.
In my humble opinion this was a, (in Klingnon), Qapla!
A young man hits something on the road, but he never saw what it was. Upon getting out for a look-see, he couldn't see> anything. But he walked into something.
From that point on this young man and his friends are thrown into an interstellar incident involving an entire covenant of aliens and a sharp, snarky sentient AI.
This was fun, funny and filled with all kinds of Star Trek and other science fiction references.
In my humble opinion this was a, (in Klingnon), Qapla!
August 15, 2022
I wish I could give this book a higher score but I did enjoy it overall. But it's just got way too many issues for me in good conscience to give it higher than a 2.5
The biggest issue has to do with plot holes. There're a lot of them. From the villains' plans, the way the events of the story are covered up, the protagonists' actions, and more.
Another major issue is the majority of the book. The beginning and end are interesting, enough for me to probably read a sequel if there is gonna be one. But other than one part near the end, everything else is dull and boring. A generic conspiracy uncovering plot, with tropes up the wazoo, and long sections of the characters going back to work. Also repetitive pointless sequences.
It makes me sad, because the characters are fine, the prose is good, and some of the concepts explored could've made for a fun book. But that's not what we got.
The biggest issue has to do with plot holes. There're a lot of them. From the villains' plans, the way the events of the story are covered up, the protagonists' actions, and more.
Another major issue is the majority of the book. The beginning and end are interesting, enough for me to probably read a sequel if there is gonna be one. But other than one part near the end, everything else is dull and boring. A generic conspiracy uncovering plot, with tropes up the wazoo, and long sections of the characters going back to work. Also repetitive pointless sequences.
It makes me sad, because the characters are fine, the prose is good, and some of the concepts explored could've made for a fun book. But that's not what we got.
August 11, 2022
I really enjoyed this. It was a very fun, easy read from one of my favorite authors. Loved the premise, loved Sheldon. I can feel a bit of exforce influence coming through and I'm here for it. With all the world building it felt ripe for sequels(but don't worry, it stands on its own as a self-contained story).
With that said, I do have some gripes. Namely that this felt at times a little inconsistent in its tone. It wandered into YA/cartoonish territory at times, when certain events take place that just feel like they crossed the line into a teenage boys action film fantasy. (to give an example: without spoiling anything, there is a sequence with the protagonists dad and the local police that felt a little bit absurd). These moments were brief for the most part.
Another issue I had is just the referencing of pop politics: q-anon, plandemic, far right conspiracies. I do feel like this tied in to a solid overall message that Dennis wanted to get across by the end, however I wouldn't have minded if he had just not brought this stuff in so specifically to this fictional world, and replaced them with fictional analogs. And then we could figure out the reference ourselves. it just took me out of the story a little bit and back into the horrors of real life.
With that said, I do have some gripes. Namely that this felt at times a little inconsistent in its tone. It wandered into YA/cartoonish territory at times, when certain events take place that just feel like they crossed the line into a teenage boys action film fantasy. (to give an example: without spoiling anything, there is a sequence with the protagonists dad and the local police that felt a little bit absurd). These moments were brief for the most part.
Another issue I had is just the referencing of pop politics: q-anon, plandemic, far right conspiracies. I do feel like this tied in to a solid overall message that Dennis wanted to get across by the end, however I wouldn't have minded if he had just not brought this stuff in so specifically to this fictional world, and replaced them with fictional analogs. And then we could figure out the reference ourselves. it just took me out of the story a little bit and back into the horrors of real life.
September 16, 2022
A lot of people giving this bad reviews and stating that it has too many political opinions in it.
I did not get that. Sure there are a jabs at the far right and far left and some making fun of the conspiracy nuts but I did not feel like the author was pushing any agenda or viewpoints down my throat.
I thoroughly enjoyed the book, even with the similarity to another authors series. It was fun and entertaining, just like all of Dennis E. Taylor's other works.
I did not get that. Sure there are a jabs at the far right and far left and some making fun of the conspiracy nuts but I did not feel like the author was pushing any agenda or viewpoints down my throat.
I thoroughly enjoyed the book, even with the similarity to another authors series. It was fun and entertaining, just like all of Dennis E. Taylor's other works.
October 11, 2022
Since I decided that my favorite author really isn't a favorite any more, I think that Dennis E Taylor might move up into that spot. I love his wit and his stories, they're so entertaining and enjoyable. On top of that, he uses Ray Porter as narrator and he's absolutely fantastic. This was so good I really loved it.
August 26, 2023
3.5 Funny sci-fi comedy that starts to lose steam around the third act. Fans of the Bobiverse series will likely enjoy as it is more of the same but on a decidedly more terrestrial location. Plenty of Star Trek references to go around.
January 25, 2023
Notes:
4 Stars for Narration by Ray Porter
3.5 Stars for Characters & Story
If you want a fun popcorn SF, Roadkill fits the bill. It has Taylor's version of a snarky AI. =D
4 Stars for Narration by Ray Porter
3.5 Stars for Characters & Story
If you want a fun popcorn SF, Roadkill fits the bill. It has Taylor's version of a snarky AI. =D
November 2, 2025
Fascinating idea, but not well executed. Everyone is so sarcastic it's just too much. The ending just kind of wraps up with a happy ending for everyone it felt very contrived.
August 29, 2022
THREE YOUNG FRIENDS FIND AN ALIEN SPACESHIP AFTER ONE OF THEM RAN OVER ITS OCCUPANT. UH-OH!
Okay, so I'm a huuuuge fan of Dennis's books (the Bobiverse Series, Outland, The Singularity Trap) and I really looked forward to something new by him of late. And while this book was generally a good read... the story... well, it just wasn't his best. Dennis, my man, I hope you are not offended with me in anyway, but... the story was sub-par from anything you've done previously. The characters were almost lifted from that of Outland, by that, I mean that they all had high educational backgrounds and some sort of technical background. They also pretty much acted the same when confronted with a situations that were beyond their skillset. Young adults that rationally (and recklessly) used the tech for their own selfish needs.
Perhaps my beef isn't with that so much, more along the lines with the alien ship itself. Spoiler alert to those who have not read the book yet. Please stop here before going any further.... The ship, or Sheldon (as they've so named him) seemed way too cocky and belligerent for an alien AI to behave. While I'm sure this gives the character some comedic role to play, I just didn't find it to be necessary for him to be so condescending to the trio. Then there was the Laranic(?) threat (aliens trying to take over the world); I think there should have been more tension in the novel about them all. Yes, they did chase after them in several chapters, but, it wasn't very consistent. Two of them were left in the ship for many hours or days (did they not need to eat? Or use the facilities?), and what about that UFO guy? He was quickly dismissed after discovering everything, only to be thought of as dead... then re-appearing (Briefly at the end). Lots of questions with not real explanations, kinda put me off on that. I really, really wanted to give this book a huge number of stars for a rating, but sadly... I can't. This wasn't one of his better books.
Usually I re-read (or re-listen the audible, in this case) over and over cause I can't get enough of the story–not this time, I'm afraid. I was only able to enjoy the book once... and that was it. I don't feel compelled to constantly hear the story again. Sorry, Dennis–I know this took you awhile to make, but every author has their good books and their not-so-great ones. Even I have to admit that for some of mine. I'll keep reading more from you, despite this one, and hope you've got more interesting titles to give to us DET fans. We love you're Bob books, still waiting for a sequel to Outland, and hopefully you'll give us some new characters that aren't all MIT or overly-educated University majors that can't get out of their towns. "Engineers, geez!"
I rate this 3 our of 4 stars. Best I can do... it was good, but not good enough for the likes of me–sorry.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 6, 2022
Mr. Taylor has gone off the deep end.
I love the Bobbiverse books and several others read by Ray Porter. This one was just awful. One of the things I really like about the other books is the minimal f-bombs. This one not only has that and more wonderful curse words , but pushes left liberal woke crap. Why in the world does Mr Taylor feel that he needs to degrade God by calling him names and pulverizing his existence? There are many sci-fi fans who are Christian, or at least believe in God. Why does he think all of his fans hate God as much as he does?
Also, the dialogue in this book is really lacking. And Sheldon's snarkiness gets old quick.
I love the Bobbiverse books and several others read by Ray Porter. This one was just awful. One of the things I really like about the other books is the minimal f-bombs. This one not only has that and more wonderful curse words , but pushes left liberal woke crap. Why in the world does Mr Taylor feel that he needs to degrade God by calling him names and pulverizing his existence? There are many sci-fi fans who are Christian, or at least believe in God. Why does he think all of his fans hate God as much as he does?
Also, the dialogue in this book is really lacking. And Sheldon's snarkiness gets old quick.
September 24, 2022
The snarky insulting AI is quickly becoming tedious.
It's intended to be humorous but I don't find a constant stream of insults funny.
I had to think of a 19th century Brit in colonized India contemptuously mocking the local less technological culture and technology as primitive.
It felt just off base to have a semi racist, chauvinist research vessel AI.
It's intended to be humorous but I don't find a constant stream of insults funny.
I had to think of a 19th century Brit in colonized India contemptuously mocking the local less technological culture and technology as primitive.
It felt just off base to have a semi racist, chauvinist research vessel AI.
October 2, 2024
The first non Bobiverse book I've read from Dennis E. Taylor. It's a tale of an accidental first encounter, crazy conspiracy theories and saving the world. Great light hearted stuff and there were several LOL moments. There did seem to be one character side plot that sort of fizzled out when I though something major was going to come of it. Aside from that, a great fun read. The audio book has the same narrator as the Bobiverse books, which just accentuates the humor.
December 21, 2022
2.5, rounded up to 3. Very, very YA. That isn’t necessarily bad - some YA novels are still fantastic for adults - but this one is basically at a 12 to 14 year old level without anything else making it also an adult level read.
November 13, 2022
Unfortunately he just wrote the exact same personality as his characters from his other books. Becomes awkward when the personality of a 45 year old is supposed to be 21.
February 6, 2023
Popcorn read for sure. And a very typical one at that. Won't have a lot of mileage after finishing it, it's one of those books that will be completely forgotten about the day after finishing it or as soon as you start reading another title.
I absolutely hated the frequent use of Deus Ex Machina to run just about everything. Theres a robot type character introduced right at the start that is that typical 'does it all' trope which just makes everything way too easy and cuts down any hopes of tension you could feel. Its one of those high tech bots that can create anything you need when you need it, get whatever software fixed/uploaded when needed and knows all and does all. It honestly feels like a small child's book that maybe an elementary school kid would enjoy these kind of story tropes still. It's hilariously bad.
I just found it all feelings too magic like a slightly more grown up version of 'The Magic School Bus'. The plot was overly straightforward, the characters one dimension, the sci-fi elements being excessively hand holdy.
I think maybe I'm too old for this book. The characters are college aged, which is fine, but the writing feels like all these characters are children with how young they feel written. The plot also doesn't help in aging them at all by having an easy button to just about anything, similar to what you'd see in a kids book.
The fact that within hours of meeting these characters their off blasting to Mars in an alien spaceship for a squirrel type race, convienetly can get their hands on human sized space suits, figure out what each alien tech device they found on said ship can do, learn how to hide spaceship in their dad's barn without being caughtand learn how to fly a space ship the next day, ugh, my eyes couldn't roll hard enough. It just oozes children's book tropes but in an unintentional way because it's obvious that it was done accidentally.
I think with some very very slight editing this is a book written for a small child. They would eat this up.
I absolutely hated the frequent use of Deus Ex Machina to run just about everything. Theres a robot type character introduced right at the start that is that typical 'does it all' trope which just makes everything way too easy and cuts down any hopes of tension you could feel. Its one of those high tech bots that can create anything you need when you need it, get whatever software fixed/uploaded when needed and knows all and does all. It honestly feels like a small child's book that maybe an elementary school kid would enjoy these kind of story tropes still. It's hilariously bad.
I just found it all feelings too magic like a slightly more grown up version of 'The Magic School Bus'. The plot was overly straightforward, the characters one dimension, the sci-fi elements being excessively hand holdy.
I think maybe I'm too old for this book. The characters are college aged, which is fine, but the writing feels like all these characters are children with how young they feel written. The plot also doesn't help in aging them at all by having an easy button to just about anything, similar to what you'd see in a kids book.
The fact that within hours of meeting these characters their off blasting to Mars in an alien spaceship for a squirrel type race, convienetly can get their hands on human sized space suits, figure out what each alien tech device they found on said ship can do, learn how to hide spaceship in their dad's barn without being caughtand learn how to fly a space ship the next day, ugh, my eyes couldn't roll hard enough. It just oozes children's book tropes but in an unintentional way because it's obvious that it was done accidentally.
I think with some very very slight editing this is a book written for a small child. They would eat this up.
August 10, 2022
Seriously all I needed was to see Dennis E Taylor and Ray Porter to know that this was a insta buy! Seriously you can't believe how good this Author/Narrator team is and the combo should be on everyone's radar!
I didn't even read the blurb which made the book a complete surprise with gift wrapping and a bow... (the title did give me pause.)
Imagine how delighted I was to find out that it was a first-contact situation (a favorite trope of mine!) And subsequent reaction to discover that first-contact abruptly ended by the front fender as it collided with something... big! Thus the title Roadkill!
This book is badass!
Giving Jack and his two BFF's Patrick and Natalie more than they bargained for when they decided not to reveal the body! From conspiracy theorist snooping about and to the actual conspirators of world domination. So with a snarky Awoke AI, and an Alien Spaceship, and all the pop-cultural references you could imagine they're gonna try to dig their way out. Not only to save their family but the World!
I didn't even read the blurb which made the book a complete surprise with gift wrapping and a bow... (the title did give me pause.)
Imagine how delighted I was to find out that it was a first-contact situation (a favorite trope of mine!) And subsequent reaction to discover that first-contact abruptly ended by the front fender as it collided with something... big! Thus the title Roadkill!
This book is badass!
Giving Jack and his two BFF's Patrick and Natalie more than they bargained for when they decided not to reveal the body! From conspiracy theorist snooping about and to the actual conspirators of world domination. So with a snarky Awoke AI, and an Alien Spaceship, and all the pop-cultural references you could imagine they're gonna try to dig their way out. Not only to save their family but the World!
May 3, 2023
My first Audible experience...listening to this was like riding the world's fastest subway train! With an interesting premise; a much darker, mature tone; and clever humor, Taylor might be the new Philip K. Dick! The plot is very interesting, about an abomination uncovered by a team who have their own starship and cunning AI, with vividly detailed description that puts you into the characters' mindsets, and additionally many different themes are explored and work well in this thing. Speaking of the characters, all of them are very interesting with their own personalities and actions. There are also multiple things help Roadkill feel timeless. In fact there's nothing about the writing that screams yesterday. It's a story that could have been told a couple of decades ago and can be told today. This is one you certainly cannot miss. If you are using Audible first time, make your listening experience this one. They have got to raise the bar to be number one for your new favorite storytelling experience.
February 22, 2023
This is books starts as a tongue in cheek, lighthearted type of sci-if dramedy featuring geeky young millennial protagonists and chock full of pop culture references. It never takes itself too seriously except when it devolves into ultra-leftist diatribes against anyone and anything challenging the “official narrative” that existed back in 2020-2021. Considering all that narrative got turned on its head and debunked, the books feels horribly dated and foolish thanks to the author’s premature heavy-handed approach. He’s definitely wearing his political affiliations proudly on his sleeve. Thanks to that I plan on returning this mediocre book. It was a far cry from his “Bobiverse” series.
December 19, 2022
I love the writings of Dennis E. Taylor as it is always funny and has loads of nerdy pop culture references littered throughout his tales. If you are a fan of Douglas Adams works you really should put Dennis E. Taylor on your To Be Read List.
September 28, 2022
i liked this book alot. Same flavour as most of his other books.
People have been saying how political this book is... its not. The intent is to show how both sides are overblown, it does not favour a side.
It also gives people a glimpse into the fact that media can be manipulated to serve a cause, and i think many who are freaking out dont want to accept they may be susceptible to such things.
Again, good book and well thought out structure ans topics.
People have been saying how political this book is... its not. The intent is to show how both sides are overblown, it does not favour a side.
It also gives people a glimpse into the fact that media can be manipulated to serve a cause, and i think many who are freaking out dont want to accept they may be susceptible to such things.
Again, good book and well thought out structure ans topics.
February 13, 2023
This book had a ton of potential, but didn't deliver. The plot and characters were grossly underdeveloped, with the book coming to a close when it was just getting interesting. What could have fantastically combined science fiction, suspense, and political mystery turned into vomiting current political partisanship. The narration for the audio version was outstanding, but the writing underperformed.
September 3, 2022
A merry band of pirates and a witty a.i. . Am I getting dejaboo all over again? (Expeditionary Force)
I am Dejaboo!!!
I am Dejaboo!!!
December 19, 2022
3.5
I don't think I've ever read anything by Dennis E. Taylor that I didn't like. Not that I can recall anyway.
Bulk input day.
I don't think I've ever read anything by Dennis E. Taylor that I didn't like. Not that I can recall anyway.
Bulk input day.
May 21, 2023
Such a fun read
Sparky spaceships, alien conspiracies, friends saving the world... what better way to spend a hours of reading? Highly recommended for humor and adventure.
Sparky spaceships, alien conspiracies, friends saving the world... what better way to spend a hours of reading? Highly recommended for humor and adventure.
June 14, 2023
Zitat: „ Ich habe einen Außerirdischen überfahren, Echsenmenschen bekämpft und eine fliegende Untertasse gestohlen“
Besser kann ich das Buch kaum beschreiben.
Jack hat einen schlechten Tag und nicht nur das, obendrein überfährt er auch noch einen Alien und findet dessen Raumschiff.
Gemeinsam mit seinen Freunden überlegt er was nun zu tun ist und neben bei entspinnt sich ein fantastisches Abenteuer, indem nebenbei die Welt gerettet werden muss.
Wenn man den leichtfertigen Umgang der Protagonisten mit der ungewöhnlichen Situation übersieht, bekommt man ein lustig leicht geschriebenes, abgespacedes Abenteuer.
Es wird viel mit verschiedenen Klischees gespielt und „Star Wars“ oder auch „Star Trek“ Fans könnten auf ihre Kosten kommen, da an der ein oder anderen Stelle darauf Bezug genommen wird. Genau wie auf „The Big Bang Theorie“ und andere „nerdige“ Filme und Serien.
Mein lieblings Charakter in diesem Buch ist die KI Sheldon, diese hat kürzlich ein Bewusstsein erlangt und ist nicht auf den Mund gefallen. Außerdem ist er sich für bissige Dialoge mit seinen neuen Menschenfreunden niemals zu schade.
Zu Anfang dachte ich die Geschichte würde sich in eine andere Richtung entwickeln und mehr im Weltraum stattfinden. Die meiste Zeit bleiben wir allerdings auf der Erde, was der Geschichte allerdings keinen Abbruch tut.
Ein Buch das wirklich Spaß macht!
Besser kann ich das Buch kaum beschreiben.
Jack hat einen schlechten Tag und nicht nur das, obendrein überfährt er auch noch einen Alien und findet dessen Raumschiff.
Gemeinsam mit seinen Freunden überlegt er was nun zu tun ist und neben bei entspinnt sich ein fantastisches Abenteuer, indem nebenbei die Welt gerettet werden muss.
Wenn man den leichtfertigen Umgang der Protagonisten mit der ungewöhnlichen Situation übersieht, bekommt man ein lustig leicht geschriebenes, abgespacedes Abenteuer.
Es wird viel mit verschiedenen Klischees gespielt und „Star Wars“ oder auch „Star Trek“ Fans könnten auf ihre Kosten kommen, da an der ein oder anderen Stelle darauf Bezug genommen wird. Genau wie auf „The Big Bang Theorie“ und andere „nerdige“ Filme und Serien.
Mein lieblings Charakter in diesem Buch ist die KI Sheldon, diese hat kürzlich ein Bewusstsein erlangt und ist nicht auf den Mund gefallen. Außerdem ist er sich für bissige Dialoge mit seinen neuen Menschenfreunden niemals zu schade.
Zu Anfang dachte ich die Geschichte würde sich in eine andere Richtung entwickeln und mehr im Weltraum stattfinden. Die meiste Zeit bleiben wir allerdings auf der Erde, was der Geschichte allerdings keinen Abbruch tut.
Ein Buch das wirklich Spaß macht!
July 3, 2023
Gute Unterhaltung, mit ein paar kleinen Abstrichen.
Toll ist, wie gehabt, die schnelle und moderne Schreibe von Dennis E. Taylor. Nerdiger Humor, ist der Hauptbestandteil der Geschichte. Diese ist allerdings wirklich dünn, hauchdünn. Der Schluss, bei dem Menschen und Aliens ganz beiläufig umgebracht werden, und das Ganze noch mit einem munteren Spruch bedacht wird, ist mir sauer aufgestoßen. Daher nur 3 Sterne .
Toll ist, wie gehabt, die schnelle und moderne Schreibe von Dennis E. Taylor. Nerdiger Humor, ist der Hauptbestandteil der Geschichte. Diese ist allerdings wirklich dünn, hauchdünn. Der Schluss, bei dem Menschen und Aliens ganz beiläufig umgebracht werden, und das Ganze noch mit einem munteren Spruch bedacht wird, ist mir sauer aufgestoßen. Daher nur 3 Sterne .
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