Anna S. (annapi) reviewed on 1/2/2010 + 334 more book reviews

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It is 2020, and Chuck Simon is a peace-loving, non-violent Quaker, an ordinary gym teacher who always had good "instincts". However, "The Complex", a mysterious government agency, has secretly had him in their sights for awhile. Believing Chuck's mental potential is far beyond anything they have ever seen, they seek to stress-trigger his powers by endangering his life - and unleash a psionic firebomb. They persuade Chuck to join their organization to develop his powers for the good of his country, but when he realizes he is being trained as an assassin, Chuck escapes, with his enemies in hot pursuit. This is classic sci-fi, obviously written early in David's career, as the writing is brash, simplistic, and straightforward action, almost naive in places, with no subtlety whatsoever. Despite some shaky parts that brush the edge of corny, still it's a solid piece - just suspend your disbelief, sit back and enjoy the ride.

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