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1 of 1 found the following review helpful:
 Hooray for the little guy! Dec 15, 2011
By Midlife King
What a fun book! This novel is written in classic sci-fi style. The writing is reminiscent of early science fiction but the story certainly is not. Most of the "sci-fi" technology in this book is still in the future waiting to be created. The story is easy to follow and keeps you interested. For me, this book was a page turner. I couldn't put it down until I was finished. The plot is solid, well thought out, and keeps you intimately involved with the characters. In the end, the little guy wins and sticks it to the tax man. What else could you ask for?
1 of 1 found the following review helpful:
Old Skool SciFi Style is Still Fun Dec 10, 2010
By me
"charleste"
Written with a style reminiscent of Robert A. Heinleins Double Star (Hot Jets!), Hooray for Holopticon is a fun book. It is rich with humor and "romp" does describe it well. Who wouldn't want to get back at the tax system? I give it 4 12" floppy discs.
1 of 1 found the following review helpful:
Francie Dec 12, 2009
By Francie
What a fun, humorous romp through a science fiction world full of crazy, lovable characters in a well-plotted story line. It was so refreshing to read a book without gratuitous sex, language and violence. But then, this book didn't need to rely on those things to keep the reader's attention. A great book for times when you'd like an enjoyable, engaging read.
Hooray for Holopticon Aug 20, 2009
By "Frieda"
Even though I typically do not read science fiction, the humor drew me into this book immediately. Each character has an interesting personality--sometimes more than one! At first, the techno jargon put me off a bit, but the story line kept me going until I was so involved that I couldn't put the book down. I am impressed by the fact that this was written 20 years ago when much of this technology was non-existent. A great read, and I highly recommend it.
A great read. Jul 21, 2009
By Ron Holleman
If you're looking for a book with a moral, or a heavy-handed theme, then Hooray for Holopticon is not the book for you. But . . . if you just want a delightful read with an interesting plot and lots of fascinating characters, then grab a copy immediately! My favorite characters were the Holopticon spy, Sally Randall, while disguised as the blonde bimbo, and Fino, while playing his favorite detective, Lance Nightwalker.
There are however,lots of interesting personalities to choose from including Bertie who loves to shop and wear outlandish outfits, or perhaps you might be drawn to the half-witted terrorist brothers, Eric and Stevie. Regardless who your favorites are, there are plenty of wonderful characters to keep you entertained throughout the book.
From the very beginning of chapter one when Sally and Lady von Braun are suspected of playing a practical joke on their colleagues, the plot begins to thicken and pulls the reader into the intrigue.
Don't pe put off by the technical jargon. It almost immediately starts to fall away as you become more acquainted with the principal characters and the plot.
I always love a book that can make me laugh out loud and Holopticon did it multiple times. Do yourself a favor and pick up a copy and enjoy the journey.
Ron Holleman
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