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(More customer reviews)Mr. Hillary's first novel is a trip, literally and figuratively. He takes the reader on one of the most bizarre science fiction stories imaginable with a tale infused with alien invasions, time travel, Korean martial arts, strong religious discussions, and artificially intelligent cars. In this battery of themes and overtones readers may at first feel it would be impossible for an experienced author, much less a first-time novelist, to pull off a good story. Yet, Mr. Hillary does just that with "The First Degree."
Despite some pitfalls, it is a novel worthy of reading. The primary reason why is for Mr. Hillary's sere creativity and sense of adventure. In essence, the book has a little bit of something for everyone and a great conclusion that satisfies the reader and sci-fi conventions.
Reviewer's Note: A full review is being sent to major martial art periodicals in hopes of future publication.
Disclaimer: The reviewer received the book from Dorrance Publishing as part of their "Get Free Books - Dorrance Book Review Team." Also, the reviewer (John A. Johnson) and Mr. Hillary share the same Taekwon-Do master and are, in the reviewer's hopes, good friends. None of the above, however, has influenced this review.
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Demetrius Adrien, a normal suburban father and husband, becomes a time- and space-traveling hero when he is coerced into a dangerous mission by a mysterious race known as the Friendlanders. As Demetrius learns about the nature of humanity and the rest of the universe through intergalactic battles and martial arts, we also see how important the forces of God and family are in driving our lives.
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