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7481340
Posted September 17, 2011
Powerful
Basically it lets the reader see the largely inflated ego of mankind for when they find this thing, instead of leaving it alone, they believe in their superiority. Thinking they can control this demon, they miss alot of the warning signs. He may appear to do miracles but it is all trickery designed to allow his escape out into the world. With their fear of death and wanting to survive, the demon plays their fears against them. By not blowing the place up they allow this demon and his minions to traverse the earth.
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Mose1960
Posted September 2, 2011
Couldn't put it down!
As I've come to expect from J.A., the action never stops, the characters are great, and what a character he created here. Definitely one of the most unique bad guys I've ever read. If you like J.A.'s work or are looking for a "can't put down" thriller, Origin is an original you'll love!
2 out of 3 people found this review helpful.
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mrsgodiva
Posted July 20, 2011
Full of irony and wit
Origin was the funniest gory book I've ever read. The idea of holding and studying Satan is the epitome of man's stupidity. The irony of man playing God with a creature who thinks he's God is so cool.
I loved the characters and cheered them on every step of the way. Bub is the ultimate villain.2 out of 3 people found this review helpful.
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Butterfly3DR
Posted June 15, 2012
Origin kept me on the edge of my seat! Couldn't put it down.
Origin kept me on the edge of my seat! Couldn't put it down. I've enjoyed every book written by this author (under various names, of course).
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Good for the horror/thriller reader
Sucked in from the first paragraph is the only way to describe Origin. The first twenty percent of the book is as good as any thriller I’ve read. I couldn’t wait to read more. There wasn’t a clear cut-off point, but things slowed down. Not necessarily in a bad way, we just learn more about the plot and possible blooming romances. A few chapters later, it picked back up again and never stopped. You know those movies when every time something bad happens, something worse happens? If you don’t enjoy that type of movie, don’t pick up this book. I kept thinking, “Oh, man. This really sucks. Maybe they’ll do this or this.” Nope. Konrath kicks you in the stomach with the next twist. No doubt, Origin fits in the horror genre. I’m not a huge fan of horror, but there was enough suspense and storyline to keep me enthralled. I definitely wouldn’t suggest this one for the squeamish. I do have one complaint, and it’s my preference, nothing to do with how the book was written. I wish Konrath had delved deeper into the demon’s history, maybe more about the religious ramifications. I’m just nosy and wanted to see how Konrath would throw things together. Fast read, simple, well worth the money.
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7351512
Posted June 25, 2011
Wonderful
I loved this book. It kept me thinking and i changed my mind on what Bub was like five times. I highly recommend this book.
1 out of 2 people found this review helpful.
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Anonymous
Posted January 12, 2013
Disappointing
Very silly
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Anonymous
Posted September 16, 2012
Easy read.
I would recommend tgis to anyonr looking for a good, quick, easy to read horror/scifi/comedy book. Odd combo of genres but it works. Bub is one of the coolest villians ive seen in a while. I thought it was a really good story. I, like some other reviewers, wish it had been a bit more in depth on some of the religious aspects brought up.
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lthur15
Posted September 5, 2012
Good casual read
Overall good and interesting book.
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Anonymous
Posted August 22, 2012
Liked it.
Enjoyed this book.
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Lovetoread7679
Posted July 16, 2012
Just Plain Good Fun
Not for those who can't stand a "little" bloodshed, but hey, remember Alien? I particularly enjoyed how Konrath showed man's self deception in thinking we are in control and the power and pervasiveness of evil...not just the beast but the evil in all of us that is either conquered or not. Character development was on the shy side but sci-fi-horror lovers will not be disappointed.
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Anonymous
Posted June 23, 2012
CLG1977
I really liked this book until the end REALLY!!! That's it! Come on! Really! Well I hope that there is a second book. I want more please!!!
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Anonymous
Posted June 19, 2012
Really good read, couldn't put it down
A very well written book, with a supernatural twist I didn't see coming. I liked how all the characters were flawed including the "hero" of the story which made him believable. There was mystery and enough suspense to keep me up through the night reading. It gave a new twist on life's origins on our planet and on where our belief system of God and Satan. As been proven in every myth, fable ect.. There is a truth behind it. The only complaint was that the book left off without a complete resolution, maybe the author did so for a sequel book. Otherwise I would recommend this book as a good nail biting fun read, it would even be great as a movie.
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Anonymous
Posted October 11, 2011
Entertaining but written almost as a screenplay for a summer movie.
The story had a great premise (capturing the Devil in a secret military base for study). It started down some really great paths that could have developed into amazing psychological, philosophical, moral, scientific, etc. subplots but it never quite got there.
Instead we got a lot of movie-type cheesy one-liners (a la Stallone, Schwartzene..., etc.). Nevertheless, I certainly don't feel I overpaid for it.0 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
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