A Novel By Fpner: Einstein's Bones

[TheRealScubaSteve]

After exchanging letters with Charles Rice for a while, he briefly mentioned his novel. It was not a plug, but I volunteered myself to read it after asking for the title. "Well, that was stupid," I thought to myself. What do I tell him if it sucks? Fortunately, it was a great read so I have nothing but good things to say about Einstein's Bones.

 

I'm not much of a reviewer, so here is the summary from the novel:

 

"Einstein’s Bones begins as a simple hunting trip in Wyoming. John and Charlie have done it for many years. But this year’s hunt turns into something special, something startling, something that will shake the world. An amazing discovery greater than the opening of King Tut’s tomb, greater than Columbus finding the new world, and perhaps even greater than the discovery of fire."

 

I'm usually into military/espionage/detective type books so Science Fiction made me a little nervous. Suffice it to say that genres can be a bit deceiving (at least for me - I've always thought "sci-fi" was blah). This book keeps things interesting with a mix of hunting, lots of science (anthropology, linguistics, archaeology), family quibble, professional sabotage, and even a bit of romance. Einstein's Bones was a very fast-paced read and the character dynamics kept me from putting it down.

 

The characters and plot were very well developed. There's just enough clash of personalities to keep the reader on their toes and well-entertained by some wry humor. There are several points in the novel with some mystery that'll keep you wondering what the "amazing discovery" will reveal next. My one complaint is that there is not another one to read! Without droning on and on and spoiling the novel, I will leave it at a strong recommendation to give it a read.

 

 

 

 

[Charles Rice]

Thank you!

[WaskiSquirrel]

I read it too. It's good to see science fiction set in that part of the world, and I thought his portrayal of small town and ranching culture was realistic.

 

By the way, if you're ever in the situation where you read something awful, just find something good about it and rave about that. (Actually, specific good things are great if you really like it as well.) If pressed for a negative, find something specific.

[TheRealScubaSteve]

Thank you!

 

If more read it maybe we can peer pressure a second.

 

I read it too. It's good to see science fiction set in that part of the world, and I thought his portrayal of small town and ranching culture was realistic.

 

By the way, if you're ever in the situation where you read something awful, just find something good about it and rave about that. (Actually, specific good things are great if you really like it as well.) If pressed for a negative, find something specific.

 

I usually think of something when it comes down to it. I don't make a habit of sugar-coating things which does not seem so popular these days.

[abstract49]

Well, with these recommendations, plus the reviews on Amazon, it's too much to resist. Putting in my order today!

[abstract49]

Read it. Enjoyed it. Write another, please. Or, ought I say, publish another; surely, you are writing another one - or more - already.

[TheRealScubaSteve]

Read it. Enjoyed it. Write another, please. Or, ought I say, publish another; surely, you are writing another one - or more - already.

 

Glad that you enjoyed it. I have put the bug in his ear for a 2nd on quite a number of letters.

[amberleadavis]

Okay, I kindled.

[visvamitra]

I've kindled as well. Gonna check this out.

[DaveBj]

_{I liked it too. I thought that the premise was intriguingly unusual (I won't give it away). My only criticism was the use of first names only to refer to the characters once they had been introduced; I found myself wishing for a reminder of who was what. But that's a minor thing.}

 

_{Sequel? Yes, please, I'd love one.}

 

_{Those who aren't afraid of a little sci-fi with their morning coffee might also be interested in checking out The Children of the Maker, also for Kindle.}

[openionated]

Read the preview on Amazon. So far I'm intrigued. Going to add this one to my reading list.

[PAKMAN]

I've ordered the Kindle version and will give it a go!

[stonezebra]

On my Kindle, in the queue!

[TeaHive]

Welp, I'll only give you one guess as to what I just added to my Amazon wish list. xD