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Dead Forever #2
Apotheosis
A god? No thanks, too much responsibility. Sequel to Awakening, the hero is plunged into an alien world at war and natives who either regard him as a god or another heretic fit to burn. The hero fights to bring peace among chaos but his nemesis has arrived, and he likes playing god, poised to launch unthinkable wrath that fulfills a world-ending prophecy. A duel of the gods will decide the planet's fate, and the natives are confident their savior will prevail. Back home, the rebels are under siege and the body supply is depleted, more of all the hero is expected to fix. He hatches a daring plot to outsmart the enemy, risking his own life and the last body to enjoy as a free soul. A single choice could spell his end, for real this time. Apotheosis continues the Dead Forever trilogy, followed by Resonance.
- GenresScience Fiction
354 pages, Paperback
Published June 14, 2010
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September 4, 2014
In reading "Dead Forever: Apotheosis," I kind of felt like Alice - searching for the way out of Wonderland...
Let me explain. Earlier this year I read “Dead Forever: Awakening” by newer author, William Campbell. I had been intrigued by that book’s concept; overall, I had enjoyed the tale and consequently I had written it a favorable review.
Several weeks ago I happened to notice that the next book in this series “Dead Forever: Apotheosis” was available for review. Upon receiving my copy, I took a few moments to admire the cover and then I began to read.
In this episode, Adam, the main character and hero for this series, is still trying to remember his past. Without this knowledge he has no idea how he's supposed to bring peace to the civilization he's currently trying to save. At one point he had regained his memory but, as luck would have it, he accidentally died and had to start the remembering process all over again. This time around even more is riding on the outcome of Adam’s actions and if he dies again there may not be another body for his consciousness to inhabit.
So, “Dead Forever: Apotheosis” started out well. The majority of the characters from the previous book were still around and I expected another enjoyable read. Sadly, I was disappointed. See, the premise for the complete series is that a person never really dies. Oh sure, their body wears out but their spirit returns and inhabits another body. For those of you scratching your head right now – in this series bodies are simply empty shells until someone needs to utilize one. The villains of the series don’t want anyone to remember this consequently they are trying to eradicate both the body farms and anyone who remembers that you never really die. They just want you to be dead. Forever.
As I read further, I began to be overwhelmed by the various twists and turns “Apotheosis” took. It seemed to wind backward then forward, sideways then diagonally until finally it wound through itself again only to end in what I felt was a very unlikely place based upon everything leading to that point. Confused yet? Yeah, me too. I read the last page. I set the book down and stared at it in disbelief. It seems that the author is intent on making his readers question things like consciousness, memories and the possibility of reincarnation. However, I feel he went overboard in his attempt. As a result, I felt “Dead Forever: Apotheosis” was too convoluted and the chronological inconsistencies made me unable to really enjoy this book.
On the bright side, Campbell hasn't lost his easy-to-read writing style and his readers should still enjoy the dialogue between characters. I hope to read the final book “Dead Forever: Resonance.” I just hope that Campbell is able to complete the series in a more palatable manner.
Let me explain. Earlier this year I read “Dead Forever: Awakening” by newer author, William Campbell. I had been intrigued by that book’s concept; overall, I had enjoyed the tale and consequently I had written it a favorable review.
Several weeks ago I happened to notice that the next book in this series “Dead Forever: Apotheosis” was available for review. Upon receiving my copy, I took a few moments to admire the cover and then I began to read.
In this episode, Adam, the main character and hero for this series, is still trying to remember his past. Without this knowledge he has no idea how he's supposed to bring peace to the civilization he's currently trying to save. At one point he had regained his memory but, as luck would have it, he accidentally died and had to start the remembering process all over again. This time around even more is riding on the outcome of Adam’s actions and if he dies again there may not be another body for his consciousness to inhabit.
So, “Dead Forever: Apotheosis” started out well. The majority of the characters from the previous book were still around and I expected another enjoyable read. Sadly, I was disappointed. See, the premise for the complete series is that a person never really dies. Oh sure, their body wears out but their spirit returns and inhabits another body. For those of you scratching your head right now – in this series bodies are simply empty shells until someone needs to utilize one. The villains of the series don’t want anyone to remember this consequently they are trying to eradicate both the body farms and anyone who remembers that you never really die. They just want you to be dead. Forever.
As I read further, I began to be overwhelmed by the various twists and turns “Apotheosis” took. It seemed to wind backward then forward, sideways then diagonally until finally it wound through itself again only to end in what I felt was a very unlikely place based upon everything leading to that point. Confused yet? Yeah, me too. I read the last page. I set the book down and stared at it in disbelief. It seems that the author is intent on making his readers question things like consciousness, memories and the possibility of reincarnation. However, I feel he went overboard in his attempt. As a result, I felt “Dead Forever: Apotheosis” was too convoluted and the chronological inconsistencies made me unable to really enjoy this book.
On the bright side, Campbell hasn't lost his easy-to-read writing style and his readers should still enjoy the dialogue between characters. I hope to read the final book “Dead Forever: Resonance.” I just hope that Campbell is able to complete the series in a more palatable manner.
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June 18, 2012The first thing that I want to say about this book is: Read it! Although I didn't give the first book in the series a particularly glowing reference, this book is a great read, and very thought provoking.
But I'll get to that in a moment. For the last book I began with the cover, and I'll start there again. It's a great cover, mainly a wraparound of the world the first part of the book is set on, overlayed with one of the final scenes and an image of the main female character, which ties it in nicely to the previous cover (see image above). This time the cover is more representative of the full story, and works really well.
But even if you don't like the cover, This is a great book to read. It's as entertaining as any good book, but unlike many it tackles some of the deep problems and questions of the world today, in a way that is subtle as you read the book, but makes you think when you put it down. If you are looking for a book that makes you think about the world, then this is a great one to read. I don't want to give anything away, but the theological implications are fascinating.
If you aren't looking for such a book, then don't worry, the book is great entertainment even if you ignore the philosophical ideas it presents. The first part in particular is very cleverly written, and great to read, while the second is full of action and humour. Well, on saying that, the whole thing is full of humour.
This is probably the most indescribably good book that I have read, and the only bits I found annoying were the main character's dreams, which seemed to get more and more confusing as the book progressed. But since there are few of these scenes the good far, far outweighs them.
If I were you, I would hunt a copy of this book down until you find one. Of course, I'm not you, and already have a copy, but I would seriously recommend this book to anyone.
But I'll get to that in a moment. For the last book I began with the cover, and I'll start there again. It's a great cover, mainly a wraparound of the world the first part of the book is set on, overlayed with one of the final scenes and an image of the main female character, which ties it in nicely to the previous cover (see image above). This time the cover is more representative of the full story, and works really well.
But even if you don't like the cover, This is a great book to read. It's as entertaining as any good book, but unlike many it tackles some of the deep problems and questions of the world today, in a way that is subtle as you read the book, but makes you think when you put it down. If you are looking for a book that makes you think about the world, then this is a great one to read. I don't want to give anything away, but the theological implications are fascinating.
If you aren't looking for such a book, then don't worry, the book is great entertainment even if you ignore the philosophical ideas it presents. The first part in particular is very cleverly written, and great to read, while the second is full of action and humour. Well, on saying that, the whole thing is full of humour.
This is probably the most indescribably good book that I have read, and the only bits I found annoying were the main character's dreams, which seemed to get more and more confusing as the book progressed. But since there are few of these scenes the good far, far outweighs them.
If I were you, I would hunt a copy of this book down until you find one. Of course, I'm not you, and already have a copy, but I would seriously recommend this book to anyone.
October 29, 2012
What would you do if you lived in a world where death wasn't the end? All it takes is a quick trip to the body farm to make your choice and bond with a new you. You keep your memories and can look as much the same or different as you wanted. Confused? Welcome to a world created by author William Campbell. Still confused? Then PLEASE read Awakening book 1 in the Dead Forever trilogy, sit back and enjoy the fun. For those still here...Apotheosis book 2 in the Dead Forever trilogy is a cleverly written and a great read. William Campbell continues the story perfectly where he left off in Awakening book 1 in the Dead Forever trilogy. It's as entertaining as any good book, but unlike many it tackles some of the deep problems and questions of the world today. The way William Campbell approaches these topics is subtle as you read the book, but makes you think when you put it down. If you are looking for a book that makes you think about the world, then this is a great one to read. If you aren't looking for such a book, then don't worry, the book is great entertainment even if you ignore the philosophical ideas it presents. The main character's dreams, which seemed to get more and more confusing as the book progressed, come together in the end. If I were you, I would hunt a copy of this book down until you find one. I would seriously recommend this book to anyone.
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