The Radiation Angels: The Chimerium Gambit [Paperback]

Good story line, great action scenes. I have scant appreciation for the enumeration of weaponry; makes it sound like a gaming manual. Waiting impatiently for the next book in the series. I look forward to watching this author grow in his craft.

If you are a fan of military fiction, science fiction or otherwise, than the Radiation Angels: The Chimerium Gambit (RA:TCG) is a needed addition to your collection. Not only for the book itself, but for the promise of the Radiation Angels saga yet to come.

RA:TCG introduces us to the Radiation Angels, a futuristic mercenary company. The story opens with the RA in the employee of a planetary faction bent on overthrowing the current government. While the story leads us down an action-packed road of combat and conflict resolution, it soon takes an unexpected twist. It becomes a story about the key members of the RA and what defines them as individuals. Not only does Ross build a compelling description of believable characters - including a man-turned-machine who still has a soul - but also opens a window on the human race. Ross' builds an interesting sociological setting that is just as easily a commentary on the events of today. The story reaches depths of introspection worthy of the attention of straight-laced literary critics, but it is delivered in a grittier, less delicate sensibility that will appeal to readers looking for adventure as well as thought inspiring commentary.

One drawback is the size of the book, but like all good stories it leaves you wanting more. The story was also worthy of better proof reading, but the mistakes do not detract from the storyline.

Reading the RA:TCG is definitely time well spent. Fans of military fiction will be appreciative of the attention to military hardware, while those looking for a good story will not be disappointed by the flow of the action. The book also has the hallmarks of an introduction to an on-going saga that should entertain audiences for years to come.

First off I am not a fan of science fiction books but i loved this book. The character development was paced well and the imagery put a crystal clear picture in my head. The action sequences were everything you could hope for from a good sci-fi action movie. The chapters and the book in general were laid out perfectly,at no time during the read did i feel bored or like i wanted to skip a few pages. I want to see a movie version !
Keep an eye out and an ear open for the name James Ross because if he keep this up he'll be big, and wont you be in the cool crowd for knowing about him first !