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Forever Peace (Remembering Tomorrow)
Joe Haldeman
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Julian Class is a full-time professor and part-time combat veteran who spends a third of each month virtually wired to a robotic "soldierboy." The soldierboys, along with flyboys and other advanced constructs, allow the U.S. to wage a remotely controlled war against constant uprisings in the Third World. The conflicts are largely driven by the so-called First World countries' access to nanoforges--devices that can almost instantly manufacture any product imaginable, given the proper raw materials--and the Third World countries' lack of access to these devices. But even as Julian learns that the consensual reality shared by soldierboy operators can lead to universal peace, the nanoforges create a way for humanity to utterly destroy itself, and it will be a race against time to see which will happen first. Although Forever Peace bears a title similar to Joe Haldeman's classic novel The Forever War, he says it's not a sequel.
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In the year 2043, the Ngumi War rages. Limited nuclear strikes have been used on Atlanta and two enemy cities, but the war goes on, fought by 'soldierboys' -- indestructible war machines operated by remote control by soldiers hundreds of miles away.
Julian Class is one of these soldiers, and for him war is truly hell. The psychological strain of being jacked-in to his soldierboy -- and the genocidal results -- are becoming too much to bear. Now he and his companion, Dr Amelia Harding, have made a terrifying scientific discovery, which could literally take the universe back to square one. Except that for Julian, the discovery isn't so much terrifying as tempting....
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Not a bad read, but..........2006-09-12
I found myself having 2 issues with this book. First was the timeline of action. I found it difficult to determine if the scene I was reading was a flashback, a flashforward, or a 'here and now'. The first half of the book was very strange in this way. Made things a bit difficult to follow, but I plowed through it.
My other issue was the acceptance of what the 'good guys' were trying to do in this book. When you find yourself completely disagreeing with the 'good guys' method of 'fixing things', I think it jades you against the outcome of the book. No, I wasn't pro world destruction, but I found Haldemann's premise that humanity would simply 'accept' being 'jacked' as ridiculously stupid. "Fix" the human race by surgical modification and electronic manipulation. No thanks, I'll stay broken. I don't buy in to it. And that's where the book fails me. It ends mired in stupidity.
While the story had promise, and the book is worth a read, the utopian vision of "fixing humanity" is too much of a stretch for me to garner much pleasure from the read.
On the Verge of Extinction!.......2006-06-21
Joe Haldeman (1943) wrote two "Hugo" & "Nebula" awarded novels: "The Forever War" (1975) and the present one "Forever Peace" (1997).
This is not a minor achievement. He produces high quality sci-fi as his "Worlds" trilogy, his also "Hugo" & "Nebula" awarded novella "The Hemingway Hoax" (1990) and a number of excellent short stories.
Both novels show Haldeman's war experience, he saw action at Vietnam where he was seriously wounded. Joe shows his intimate knowledge of suffering and senseless killing and the devastating effects they produce on combat personnel.
The story centers on Julian Class who's a complex character.
His vocation and main interest is physics, researching & teaching. He is Afro-American and maintains a serious relationship with his white mentor & elder colleague Prof. Blaze Harding.
On top of all that he is a military "mechanic" with ten days service and twenty days leave allowing his academic activities. Being a "mechanic" means he control and operate a "soldierboy" a mechanical soldier remotely droved with an almost telepathic connection. Even if "mechanics" suffer no physical injuries, they feel the pain of any damage on their "soldierboy".
The first half of the book describes Julian everyday life and the world backdrop reflecting an endless war between First World vs. Third World nations, with lots of innocent casualties on both sides of the line. In this part of the story there are some very interesting meditations about war, justice, human nature, economic inequality and some other serious topics.
The second half of the novel focuses on two axis: the danger of universe extinction due to a mega-project trying to recreate the Big Bang situation and a conspiracy to attain endless peace for Humankind (at a high price to be sure).
"Forever Peace" is a high quality sci-fi novel deserving the awards obtained.
Do not let it pass by!
Reviewed by Max Yofre.
A fascinating revisiting of Haldeman's classic themes.......2006-03-25
"Forever Peace" is not a sequel to "The Forever War," but it revisits many of the same themes with a quarter-century's further perspective. Here again are the questions of war and death; the guilt of being forced to commit unspeakable acts against one's will; freedom and servitude. And some new themes are touched on as well, such as race, wealth and poverty, and the danger of religious extremism. All of this plays out against a fascinating science fictional background, with nanoforges, "soldierboys," and brain-computer interfaces. The story lurches a bit as it progresses, but on the whole I found it a compelling read; and given the events since September 11, a prescient one as well.
Just could not stop reading it..........2005-11-29
When you buy a book that was written by a Nobel Prize winner or awarded with some prize you put a lot of expectations on it. It may not give no pleasure at all. This is n ot the case. To science fiction readers , used to Isaac Asimov's books, this one is really new and thrilling.
Mr. Haldeman's made me read for hours. So I thank him for the pleasure this book brought me. Even the hot scenes are hot.
Don't miss it.
Another Haldeman repeat.......2005-07-14
Hey, here's an idea for a good Haldeman sci-fi novel: how about yet another story about a jaded war veteran/physicist who has sex about ninety times during the course of the novel and teaches us a valuable lesson about the futility of war? Sure, add another one to the pile, Joe.
My gosh, I really wish Joe Haldeman would get off his pedestal and cut the preachy, hippie bull. I hate war as much as the next guy, but reading his rhetoric, you'd think that the solution to all war is simple.
Politics aside, this novel disappointed me just because it was the same as every other book he's ever written. It has everything: the bleak version of the future, the physicist main characters, the 1960's-esque free love, the tirade about the futility of war, and every other Haldeman cliche that he managed to scrape up. Also, the characters were as thin as paper, and the dialogue was really unrealistic and overly preachy. Not to mention the fact that every character talked pretty much the same way.
I wouldn't recommend this book to anyone.
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Do you realize how much worrying you really do? Have you ever thought about what it would take in order for you to become worry-free? Never to worry again? I made my mind up some time ago that I didnt want to worry. I didnt want to be tied in knots when I dealt with the issues of life. That motivated me to study what causes us to worry, how it affects us, how we can avoid it, how we can get rid of itand how we can stay rid of worry forever. This book is a compilation of messages I have given through the years that describes what I have learned from studying and abiding in Gods Word so that I could overcome worry, fear, anxiety, terror, and even panic attacks. Because I have personally been attacked by each of these and have had to overcome themand because I know the devil never stops trying to scare us out of our faith in God, no matter how spiritually mature we areI want to pass on to you what I have discovered in seeking His truth for the answers to my problems. I can tell you this without doubt or reservation: Gods Word works! I have also recorded a CD of Scriptures that I have studied, meditated, prayed, and confessed over myself and others through the years. God has used these verses to expose and expel the worries in my life and other peoples lives so effectively that I want you to have them also. We have included this CD in this book for you to use. Listen to it. Memorize the Scriptures. Play it over and over until you have the Word of God so deeply embedded in your heart that no worry can ever take hold of you again. Life on planet earth is hard enough without worrying our way through it! Jesus came that we might have abundant life (see John 10:10), and I dont think that includes wringing our hands over every issue and challenge we face! It is my prayer that this book will help you to recognize how worry captures your mind and affects your life, and that it will give you the wisdom and the tools to get free and stay free of it. There is nothing like going to sleep each night at peace with God and all that He is doing in your life. You can Give Up Worry Forever!
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Watch love bloom in a church, an office building, a retirement home, and a library in this all-new collection of contemporary inspirational romances. Contains 'Speak Now or Forever Hold Your Peace,' by Veda Boyd Jones; 'Once Upon A Dream,' by Sally Laity; 'Wrong Church, Wrong Wedding,' by Loree Lough; and 'Something Old, Something New,' by Yvonne Lehman.
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I Do: A Celebration of Love in Four Inspirational Novellas.......2000-04-09
I highly recommend this book to any reader who loves inspirational romances! Each story combines romance, love, relationships and Christian faith. "Speak Now or Forever Hold Your Peace" by Veda Boyd Jones conquers love at first sight and its consequences. In Sally Laity's "Once Upon a Dream" the fact that love is not just for the young is dealt with elegantly. "Something Old, Something New" by Yvonne Lehman proves that matchmakers know a thing about love. Louree Lough's "Wrong Church, Wrong Wedding" shows that accidents are not always bad. Each of these stories are great, but "Speak Now.." and "Wrong Church..." are my favorites! Read this book now!
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Forever Peace
Joe Haldeman
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Forever Peace - Masterpieces of Science Fiction
Manufacturer: Easton Press
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Brand new LEATHER BOUND book accented in 22kt gold.
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Awesome!!!!!.......2004-10-22
If you or your family is apart of a HMO, you need to read this book. Dr. Miller opens your eyes to the "horror" stories that are out there. This book has witty anecdotes and will inform as well as entertain! Definitely 5 star!
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THIS 11 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Greatest Thing Ever Known, by Ralph Waldo Trine. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564597180.
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- Good book
- Action, love, and danger
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Someday Soon (Deliverance Company #1)
Debbie Macomber
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Opposite Attract
Cain had chosen his lifestyle. He thrived on the challenge. No drug, he told himself, could produce the physical or emotional high of a successfully completed mission. No drug and no woman.
Then why was he standing on a cold San Francisco pier like a lovelorn teenager, hoping for a glimpse of Linette Collins?
And then he saw her. For a moment it felt as if someone had hit him against the back of his head. He went stock-still.
She stood in line at a fish and chips place. The wind whipped her hair about her face and she lifted a finger to wrap a thick strand of dark hair behind her ear.
The smart thing to do was to turn around, and walk away as fast as his feet would carry him. He'd gotten what he wanted. One last look at her. His curiosity should be satisfied.
But even as his mind formulated the thought, Cain knew that just seeing Linette again wasn't enough.
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Opposite Attract
Cain had chosen his lifestyle. He thrived on the challenge. No drug, he told himself, could produce the physical or emotional high of a successfully completed mission. No drug and no woman.
Then why was he standing on a cold San Francisco pier like a lovelorn teenager, hoping for a glimpse of Linette Collins?
And then he saw her. For a moment it felt as if someone had hit him against the back of his head. He went stock-still.
She stood in line at a fish and chips place. The wind whipped her hair about her face and she lifted a finger to wrap a thick strand of dark hair behind her ear.
The smart thing to do was to turn around, and walk away as fast as his feet would carry him. He'd gotten what he wanted. One last look at her. His curiosity should be satisfied.
But even as his mind formulated the thought, Cain knew that just seeing Linette again wasn't enough.
Customer Reviews:
Good book.......1999-10-21
The book was moving. I actually cried (I hardly cry). However, I felt that the other characters like Bailey and Stan should get their own stories.
Action, love, and danger.......1998-04-13
Debbie Macomber's SOMEDAY SOON, which is the prequel to SOONER OR LATER is a wonderful contemporary about a young widow, Linette Collins, who becomes involved with the head of a mercenary group, Cain McClellan. She's reluctant to love and lose again, and Cain, well he's never even CONSIDERED having a "permanent" woman. But, his days of reckless abandon are numbered when he falls in love with Linette--much to the chagrin of his mercenary buddies--and almost loses her to international terorists. buddies.
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Faith, tender love, gentle healing, wonderful heart, and humor -- these are the hallmarks of the unforgettable novels of New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber
Now two adored classic love stories from this uniquely delightful romantic star come together between two covers for twice the magic and wonder, twice the incomparable pleasure.
Enjoy . . .
Someday Soon
A lovely, lonely young woman gets under the skin of a dangerous mercenary who discovers that love wins over war every time.
And its rapturously romantic sequel . . .
Sooner Or Later
A soldier of fortune teams up with determined Letty Madden, who is searching for her missing brother. But not losing his heart to a beautiful, strong-willed Texas postmistress would be the real mission impossible.
Two classic novels in one volume!
Average customer rating:
- No all that bad.
- Uninvoling characterizations
- Great romance with minor annoyances
- Hated it...
- So disappointing
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Someday Soon
Joan Wolf
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Regally beautiful, Lady Alexandra Wilton has refused to wed without love. She will not compromise--until her father dies and his shocking will reveals that Alexandra will lose everything unless she marries his heir. Much to everyone's surprise, the next earl is an upstart, a fiery Highlander just as outraged at the prospect of wedding a frosty Englishwoman as Alexandra is at the very idea of bedding him. But for this romantic lady, the unexpected is about to happen . . . an explosive meeting of two strong-willed forces that will change everything she believes about desire and her own heart.
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Regally beautiful, Lady Alexandra Wilton has refused to wed without love. She will not compromise--until her father dies and his shocking will reveals that Alexandra will lose everything unless she marries his heir. Much to everyone's surprise, the next earl is an upstart, a fiery Highlander just as outraged at the prospect of wedding a frosty Englishwoman as Alexandra is at the very idea of bedding him. But for this romantic lady, the unexpected is about to happen . . . an explosive meeting of two strong-willed forces that will change everything she believes about desire and her own heart.
Customer Reviews:
No all that bad........2002-06-09
I've never read a Joan Wolf book before, therefore I had nothing to gauge it by. I liked the book. The idea of someone wanting to marry for love is quaint but I can't fault her either. Just because someone is handsome don't mean you have to sleep with them, there are some really good looking guys that are so wrapped up in themselves they don't have time for anyone else.
A lot of people married for convenience not for love. And given the option to marry and get rich or not marry and remain poor, I'd choose married in a minute. The coming together of the two is what makes the book and a little suspense makes the book interesting.
I don't understand all the complaints about the book, I've read plenty of bad, gosh awful books before and this is not one.
Uninvoling characterizations.......2002-03-29
I love Joan Wolf romances. I find the intensity and depth of feelings expressed by her characters truly unique and impressive. This book was the exception. It was well written and the background story was well thought out, but this was a romance novel and I just absolutely did not like the heroine and hero...I never warmed up to them and as a result, I really didn't care if they got together or not. I found her to be spoiled, shallow and bigoted and to me he lacked charisma. I was really disappointed with this book, but I admit that I will still buy Ms Wolf's next book without hesitation.
Great romance with minor annoyances.......2001-07-17
Someday Soon by Joan Wolf is definitely not an easy book to read. It contains chemistry, excitement, and intrigue, but also some heart breaking turn of events that one does not really know what to feel about. However, I am giving it 4 stars because the book's premise - the impossible conditions of Alexandra's father's will - provided some predictable but exciting and explosive encounter between the hero and the heroine. I did get quite annoyed with the way Niale was treating Alexandra toward the end, but given his circumstances, I thought his behavior was reasonalbe.
Hated it..........2001-03-29
I absolutely hated this book. It was probably the worst book Joan has written. She has written some great stuff in the past but not this. Alexandra Wilton is a dolt. Her cousin, Geoffrey, who thought he would inherit the estate and title from her father, the Earl, is in love with her. But...it turns out that a highlander named Niall is to inherit and marry the beautiful Alexandra. He is a dishy man but once again, Joan Wolf goes for the bride who refuses to sleep or consumate her marriage. Why would a female refuse to or at least at some point consider sleeping with ones oh so handsome husband to at least have children? It makes zero zero sense, especially since Alexandra loves her home so much that she never wants to leave. Wouldn't she want a child of hers to inherit? The romance between Niall and Alec is not very interesting, basically not in existence. What blows my mind is that Geoffrey tries to kill Niall several times. Alec refuses to believe it when Niall tries to tell her. When Geoff finally admits it to her, she wonders how soon he can come calling on her again where Niall won't be mad....what? Oh, yes, attempt to kill my husband by buring him alive, running him down with a coach, shooting, well, let us all be friends and come for tea. How stupid was that...
So disappointing.......2000-10-16
How could a romance book, written by Joan Wolf, be disappointing? Read this and you will find out.
Average customer rating:
- A good and entertaining read
- This is a great story about love and learning to trust.
- THIS IS A GREAT READ!
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Someday Soon ($3.99 ed)
Janelle Taylor
Manufacturer: Zebra
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Binding: Paperback
ASIN: 0821777351 |
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A good and entertaining read.......2000-08-05
Cammie is an actress that has just been cut from her night time soap opera. She is offered a part in a major motion picture if she can locate her ex-stepbrother who has been missing for 10 years and so happens to be the only man she has truly loved. When she finally does find Tyler he has no interest in returning to Hollywood. Somehow during all this they fall in love. the main problem is that Tyler doesn't want to trust her. At every turn he is accusing her of betraying him and so on. The trust issue got pretty old. But finally like most romantic storylines everything is resolved in the end.
This is a great story about love and learning to trust........1999-04-29
Although it starts off slow, and you can't wait for the heroine, Cammie, to locate the long missing actor Tyler, it's worth the wait. Tyler is a terrific hero who accepts what appears to be betrayals more quickly than the "average male," and is sensitive to Cammie's needs. A great read.
THIS IS A GREAT READ!.......1999-02-01
This is the story of Cammie and Tyler. Once stepbrother and sister, they meet once again after years of not seeing each other. Sparks definitely do fly. The chemistry between them is explosive. And of course, they soon fall deeply in love. But there is one problem. Tyler has a major problem with trusting. He has been betrayed in many ways by those he once loved and finds it difficult to trust Cammie. This of course causes problems in the relationship. Can their love survive all the obstacles in their wake? Read the book and find out.
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6 massmarket paperback Titles By Taylor - Promise Me Forever - Destiny's Temptress - Fortune's Flames - Whispered Kisses - Golden Torment - Someday Soon
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Hope this helps..........2007-09-06
PROMISE ME FOREVER - Only twenty-one years old, she has been widowed three times, most recently by the death of Phillips McCandless whose last words to her -- incoherent ramblings about an illegal arms shipment-have left her terrified as well as grief-striken.
DESTINY'S TEMPTRESS - Shannon Greenleaf, a beautiful Union spy discovers hidden desire in Blane Stevens' -- a rebel soldier --forbidden embrace.
FORTUNE'S FLAMES - Impatient to begin her journey back home to New Orleans, beautiful Maren James was furious when Captain Hawk delayed the voyage by searching for stowaways. Impatience gave way to uncontrollable desire once the handsome captain searched HER cabin. He was looking for illegal passengers; what he found was wild passion with a woman he knew was unlike all those he had known before!
WHISPERED KISSES - Texas heiress Luara Leigh Webster thought she was prepared for the perils she might face on her first African Safari. But the beautiful blonde never dreamed her biggest worry would be a beast of teh two-legged variety--Jace Elliott, her handsome, sensual guide. Every instinct warned her that Jace was a dangerous man she dared not trust...or love. But now that fate had placed her in strong hands, Leigh was stunned to realize there was nowhere else she'd rather be!
GOLDEN TORMENT - The instant Kathy Hammond saw Landis Jurrell, she didn't know what to fear more: the fierce lumberjack or the torrid emotions he ignited in her. The independent beauty had travelled to the Alaskan wilderness to search for her father. Instead she was consumed by an inferno of rapture that she savored until the first lights of dawn streaked past the sky. After their ecstatic night of sensual pleasure, Landis vowed he'd never let Kathy travel alone. He would never love her, but he couldn't let her go. And as the cold winds howled about them, Landis was possessed by the insatiable need for the hot-tempered minx who brought him fiery glowing desire and flaming GOLDEN TORMENT.
SOMEDAY SOON - Cammie is an actress that has just been cut from her night time soap opera. She is offered a part in a major motion picture if she can locate her ex-stepbrother who has been missing for 10 years and so happens to be the only man she has truly loved. When she finally does find Tyler he has no interest in returning to Hollywood. Somehow during all this they fall in love. the main problem is that Tyler doesn't want to trust her. At every turn he is accusing her of betraying him and so on. The trust issue got pretty old. But finally like most romantic storylines everything is resolved in the end.
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Someday Soon
Manufacturer: Zebra
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