Book Summary — Last Horizon
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1 paragraph summary:
Easy read. Crazy world. With lots of species, superpowers and where just the most unexpected keeps happening over and over again.
And perfectly balanced with a great sense of humour and lightness.
Sentience
“If it would help improve your performance, I could pretend to be sentient.” Her face took on an unconvincing expression of doubt. “What is my place in this universe? What is my meaning? My impending mortality lends a sense of value to my rapidly dwindling life.”
Humour
“Not murderers,” the giant android repeated, in a deep synthetic voice that most definitely sounded like he was a murderer. “This is acknowledged.”
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“I am the Zenith Cannon! Now, a quick quiz before I see if you’re worthy of wielding me. How many ships would you say you’ve blown up?” Sola shrugged. “That was the correct answer! Congratulations, you’ve passed all the trials to wield the Zenith Cannon!”
Efficiency as a Gift
Shyrax’s Technician gift was ‘efficiency.’ She could modify systems to work slightly better. Her magic evoked the power of her draconic predecessors, and her Combat Art operated on the principle of self-empowerment.
Romance
“Try it!” Lemon shouted. “When you hold onto a lemon, you’ll find that it burns!” Omega staggered in place. “Lemon, are you single? I think I may love you.”
Body is a Vessel for your Mind
“Your body is the vessel for your mind,” Shyrax called. “It is your most vital tool, and you should care for it as such.”