Monday, October 18, 2010

CassaStar Cometh!

I can't remember the last time I read a science fiction novel. Really, I can't. But when I heard my blog buddy Alex J. Cavanaugh was coming out with his new book, I thought I'd check back in with the genre and give it a go! CassaStar is out tomorrow and it's available on Kindle and in paperback.

Here's the blurb:

To pilot the fleet’s finest ship…

Few options remain for Byron. A talented but stubborn young man with a troubled past and rebellious attitude, his cockpit skills are his only hope. Slated to train as a Cosbolt fighter pilot, Byron is determined to prove his worth and begin a new life as he sets off for the moon base of Guaard.

Much to Byron’s chagrin, the toughest instructor in the fleet takes notice of the young pilot. Haunted by a past tragedy, Bassa eventually sees through Byron's tough exterior and insolence. When a secret talent is revealed during training, Bassa feels compelled to help Byron achieve his full potential.

As war brews on the edge of space, time is running short. Byron requires a navigator of exceptional quality to survive, and Bassa must make a decision that could well decide the fate of both men. Will their skills be enough as they embark on a mission that may stretch their abilities to the limit?

“…calls to mind the youthful focus of Robert Heinlein’s early military sf, as well as the excitement of space opera epitomized by the many Star Wars novels. Fast-paced military action and a youthful protagonist make this a good choice for both young adult and adult fans of space wars.” - Library Journal


Sounds cool, eh? So get on your space gear, get in the mood with Alex's killer trailer, and get reading!

Tomorrow, Tamara Hart Heiner comes by to talk about her new YA novel, Perilous, and on Wendesday I announce the winners of my September contest (finally)! All systems go!

42 comments:

  1. Huzzah!! I'm so excited for Alex!

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  2. oh sci fi is so not my thing. that being said, this sounds really cool! maybe i'll have my husband give it a go first - then i'll read it :)

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  3. Go Alex!!!

    I'm so a day behind everyone promoting Alex J Cavanaugh's book!! He said 19th!!! LOL!!

    Hello Talli! Take care
    x

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  4. That sounds really cool! Congrats to Alex!!

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  5. Congratulations Alex how lovely and the blurb sounds really interesting

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  6. Horaay for Alex! I'll be posting about CassaStar tomorrow.

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  7. It sounds like CassaStar is ready to lift-off to much success :)

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  8. I don't think I've ever read a sci-fi book but I promise to have a go with CassaStar.

    Thanks for joining my site Talli.

    Lou

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  9. I'm happy to say that I got an early release on Kindle and it is very good! I love sci-fi and this book didn't disappoint!

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  10. How exciting for Alex! I'm drawn to SciFi/Supernatural TV, but don't often read it. However, I'm exciting about attending the Speculative Fiction Conference (complete with a Costume Contest!) in my town this weekend. Maybe it's time to revisit the genre again and start with Alex's book.

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  11. Yay for Alex! I'm a day early, I know... because Tamara's on the blog tomorrow, but I still wanted to give Alex a shout-out!

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  12. awesome--best of luck to Alex! (And you!) :o)

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  13. Sounds cool indeed. Thanks for the heads-up.

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  14. Can't wait for all the novels you mentioned! Have a great week, Talli.

    CD

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  15. ooohhhh sounds exciting! I read sci fy as a teen and still pick them up on occasion - I will definitely have to make this one "an occasion" ;o)

    Thanks for the info!

    Visit My Kingdom Anytime

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  16. Sounds a great book, by a great author, Good luck Alex.

    Yvonne.

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  17. Yay Alex! I'm seeing your book all over the blogosphere!

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  18. Great work Talli! It's so fun to see Alex's novel getting plugged all over the blogoshpere.

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  19. Congratulations to Alex. Looks like a fun book!

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  20. I'm very happy for Alex. He has a great blog, great cover, interesting video, and now a wonderfully reviewed new book. Yay, Alex!

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  21. Thanks for reviewing this, Talli.

    Glad to read that Alex's book is out on Kindle and in paperback. Will be taking a look at it as I do read sci fi.

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  22. Congratulations to Alex. This all sounds too cool!

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  23. Wow, thanks everyone! And thanks for the shoutout, Talli.

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  24. Yay! I just ordered Cassastar on amazon!

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  25. I could never write a good blurb - there is an art to it I don't understand - for my book I attempted to go with - "Jhon Baker's poetry." but the publisher wouldn't go for it.

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  26. Way to go, Alex! Thanks for the heads up--I almost forgot!

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  27. Congratulations, Alex! Thanks for sharing about the book, Talli. Sure sounds interesting!

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  28. Congrats to Alex. :) That book looks awesome...love sci-fi!

    ~TRA

    http://xtheredangelx.bogspot.com

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  29. Yay for Alex! I'm so excited for him.

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  30. So happy for Alex. He's a great guy. Tamara is too. =D

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  31. Yay for Alex! Yay for Tamara!!! Look at you Talli!! Taking over all the awesome! I'm digging it.

    PS - You've always been awesome :)

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  32. I'm excited for Alex! This is a very cool thing.

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  33. Alex's book sounds so great! I agree with Old Kitty - go Alex!

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  34. Woohoo! Alex is going to be EVERYWHERE!! :)

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  35. Alex is going to be all over the web today!

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  36. It is wonderful that today, Alex is around the world with his book!

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  37. Well done him though like you I dont often read Sci fi either!

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  38. Hi Talli and Alex .. it sounds really interesting and exciting for Alex .. glad you got a chance to read it .. Sci Fi .. I too need to get back into it .. great review .. CassaStar Cometh it sure does .. happy days to Alex .. and to you in the build up .. cheers Hilary

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  39. Congratulations Alex! The blurb sounds really interesting and the OH says comparison to Robert Heinlein is a great compliment. Think this is going to find a place on my shiny new Kindle.

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