Nightingale by David FarlandMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
I read the book in approximately two days. I haven't done that in years. I still love reading. I write my own stuff too, so I have to read fiction to keep up on my trade. However, I haven't had a book pick me up and become one I couldn't put down in years. I don't even think I had a single college text that engaged me this much. But, not many of my college text books dealt with topics like the following:
*Psionic Communication
*Identity of the Self
*Moral Obligation to Self and Society
*Immoral Actions that Must be Performed for the Greater Good of Society
*Emotional Impact of Those Immoral Actions
Many would classify this as Fantasy. Indeed, I believe Dave did himself. But the echoes of his SF roots are felt and carry through this story to a deep level. He pits his characters, ones for whom you root, against moral choices that will leave the character permanently scarred.
Once again, Dave proves himself a master of the craft. Read this book and read it again. Get the enhanced version for your iPad. Don't miss out on this wonderful peak into a new, unique universe.
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