Title: Brilliant idea, poorly executed
Review: At first glance, this novel appears to be about a human "imprisoned" (and yet saved) by his invincible armor. But that is veneer. Really, this book is a diatribe against the stereotypical, mindless, bureaucratic institutions we all have dealt with at one time or another. And it's the story of a pathetic hero who is totally helpless against his institution, the "army." Put him in armor and surround him with Ants, and he's brilliant. Put him back in the barracks, and he's a spineless victim, whining his way to oblivion. By the end of the book, the author absolutely beats these themes to death -- to a PULP! "Bureaucracies are stupid and evil! And the people who serve them are helpless victims who are powerless to change their fate!"Yeah-sure. I felt like the author spent more time ranting on his soap box than he did telling what could have been a really great story. No thanks.
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