I am taking part in the Space Games blog tour. Here's what it's about.
The cameras are on
and the gloves are off in this battle of the sexes in space.
Say hello to Robin
and Joe—contestants in 2034’s “Space Games,” a high-stakes reality TV show from
Hollywood producer Sheldon J. Zimmer set
aboard next-generation space station, ISS 2. The winner takes home a
multimillion-dollar jackpot and a chance at stardom, while the loser faces the
ultimate in public humiliation. Only former NASA astronaut Vince, acting as the
station’s commander and the games’ sole referee, can separate sexy spitfire and
martial artist, Robin Miller, from her brutal opponent, “Big Joe” O’Donnell, as
the pair compete inside the cramped zero-g environs. Watched by millions of
people back on Earth, the reality show rapidly degenerates into a deadly
spectacle.
Space Games is a compelling story and a biting satire about reality television: those who make and participate in it – and those who watch it.
Space Games is published by Kristell Ink.
The author Dean Lombardo:
Dean Lombardo works as a writer in the
information technology industry, turning what is often techno-babble into
messaging that can be understood by a general business audience. At age 11, he
was psychologically scarred by the movie “Alien” and has been watching, reading
and writing frightening science fiction and horror ever since. “Space Games”
will be Dean’s second published novel. Dean lives in northern Virginia
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Reviews for Space Games:
REVIEW BY
BRIAN BANDELL
www.nyjournalofbooks.com
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REVIEW BY
CRASH FROELICH,
Author of
“Never,” Artema Press
Pick up "Space Games" and you will become
addicted. "Space Games" is the title of a one-on-one competition, a
reality television program set within the confines of a space station in Earth
orbit. In it, a man and woman battle for a multi-million dollar prize in a
best-of-seven tournament. A series of no-holds-barred matches that not only
test the limits of physical prowess, but also the sportsmanship, even the very
humanity, of the contestants. An amoral sociopath, twisted by her violent past,
versus a misogynist with nothing but contempt for her gender. The chemistry is
potent and the bad blood of the combatants is exacerbated, encouraged by the
greed of the show's producer and the impotence of his staff. The effect on the
viewing audience is only second to the horror that results from the collapse of
civilized barriers in the minds and deeds of the players. You won't be able to
look away. You'll never be able to think of reality television in the same way.
***
REVIEW BY MARY FAN,
Author of ‘Artificial Absolutes’, Red Adept Publishing.
www.maryfan.com
A sleekly modern rendition of pulp sci-fi, Space
Games is fast-paced, straightforward read that leaves you wanting to know what
happens next. This book is easy to fly through, full of excitement and action.
The realistic dialogue, tight writing, and quick action all make for great
entertainment. The characters and action in Space Games, which is written
almost cinematically, pop from the page. It’s easy to "see" what’s
going on and "hear" the characters' distinctive voices. The pacing is
spot-on, creating an exciting reading experience that snowballs into a tense
pageturner as an ill-conceived reality show goes to hell. Space Games isn't for
the faint of heart, and Lombardo, who is also known as a horror writer, isn’t
afraid to take risks. I think that's one of the book's strengths: it fiercely
barrels through the events in a merciless, unapologetic fashion.
***
REVIEW BY JAMES LISTON, KANSAS
I've often wondered what reality TV would be like in the future.
Will everyone eventually get bored of it and quit watching when they run out of
ideas? According to this story, that won't happen. Space Games is a reality
show to beat all reality shows. Set in the year 2034 aboard a space station,
two contestants choose from a list of events to compete in. It's the
battle-of-the-sexes with very few rules. Joe and Robin fight their way to a
multimillion-dollar prize while being watched by millions of viewers on Earth.
I thought this was a great concept for a story and was pleased
that it was entertaining, and well written. The characters are well developed
and the author goes to great lengths to make it seem real, and allows your
imagination to fill in the blanks. Like when Robin sneaks into Joe's bathroom
and closes the door so the cameras can't see what she does. Great fun! I highly
recommend it!
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