Title: Steakley's a One-Hit Wonder
Review: Does anyone know if this is Steakley's first book? I can't find anything before it, and only Vampires that followed--what, about 20 years later? I think Armor is one of my favorite books. Sure, it's reused material from Starship Troopers and The Forever War, but a great book. Plenty of authors write about the same things. There are only so many original subjects left for plots. I love the Felix character. So tragic, but that's what makes him interesting. A man tortured by destiny. The Jack Crow plot-switch thing is also a fun diversion, and it ties in nicely at the end, though it's not a huge surprise. Now, can you say Captain Jack Sparrow ripoff? I think Pirates Of The Caribbean stole this guy right down to the lecherous swagger and aw-shucks evil hero persona. Anyway, it's too bad Steakley didn't do more books. I think Armor stands on its own as great sci-fi. A really fun read.
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