Newly revised and expanded edition.Interstellar flight has been outlawed -- the great warpships that traveled between systems were found to be damaging the very fabric of the universe. Isolated by the ban, the Draconian system has become decadent, strange -- and foul.Dominated by corporate guilds called "bods," Draconian society has built its economy on slavery and assassination.A former assassin, Magen, has rebelled. When her husband is taken by slavers, she sets out to do whatever it takes to get him back -- even if it means destroying the entire Draconian civilization
As a rabbi I found this book fascinating because the author brings into this futuristic novel an intimate knowledge of Judaism. To my knowledge this is the first time that an author has done this in a Sci Fi novel. It is an outstanding book for a first time author.
I LOVED IT!!!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
I loved this book! The creativity, character development, and knowledge of Judaism was so impressive for a first time author. I can't wait to see what this immensely talented author will create in the future. If you are capable of reading this review, you have to read this book. Magen, the books protagonist, practically burst out of the page as she stuggled to do what was right. The fact that it was told in the far future made it a Science Fiction lover's dream. I can, however, tell you that I don't usually enjoy the Science Fiction Genre, but this book truly broke down all bounds. I strongly recommend you read it.
This is the best book!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 27 years ago
This is such a great book! Stuart Hopen has written a wonderful futuristic science fiction novel that everyone from nine to ninety will love. Well, maybe not for nine year olds, but this is one great book!
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