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CraigEYaris
Posted September 7, 2011
I don't get to read fiction much. Just aren't enough hours in the day, so when the opportunity came up to review a work of fiction, I jumped at the chance. The fact that it was someone I know from Twitter (Aaron Crocco or @MacStainless) made it even better.
So, I was provided a copy of the short story, "As Darkness Ends", and that began my journey into fiction reviews.
The premise of the book is simple. When a devastating earthquake hits the entire planet, Travis Hunter is among the survivors, and is tasked with a mission: help bring about the apocalypse or be killed. From there, we follow Hunter's journey across the globe, spreading judgment wherever he goes.
I read this story during the week that the Northeast suffered an Earthquake, Hurricane, and Tornadoes, so it seemed only fitting that it revolve around the mass destruction brought on by an earthquake. And I must say, the book grabs you from the first sentence. I can picture in my mind the scenes played out over the first few chapters, as Hunter tries to make his way back home, only to be stranded in the city to find refuge in a shelter.
Aaron Crocco paints a very vivid picture of the destruction that a major earthquake would cause New York City, and the ensuing mass hysteria that would follow. However, it began to feel a bit strained and forced as Hunter moved throughout the world, without the reader ever really understanding why. Yes, it is semi-explained, but we are left wondering if it really matters that people are being "judged".
It is my hope that, since this is the first story in a planned series, these questios will be answered. Maybe it is the author's intention to leave us with these questions.
porcalina
Posted September 7, 2011
As Darkness Ends is really great, quick and entertaining read. As a fan of apocalyptic themes in general, I was really pleased with the way the story played out from page 1. While "the end of the world" may be a familiar premise to sci-fi fans, the book does a great job in telling unique and compelling story that sets it apart from just being another addition to the genre. I look forward to reading the next book!
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Overview
When a devastating earthquake strikes Manhattan, Travis Hunter finds himself among the other survivors trying to make sense of a city in ruins. In the aftermath, word spreads among the displaced: New York City was only a small part of a global disaster. For the first time in human history an earthquake shook the entire world.While trying to get back home, Travis is confronted by a being from another realm and tasked with a divine mission: help bring on the apocalypse or be killed. Faced with this directive from a messenger of God, Travis must assume a role dating back to the beginning of time and is forced to begin a journey that will destroy all of ...