Cameron teams up with Gardiner, Alec’s house becomes a crime scene, and we learn someone’s truth about why future Alec sent Liber8 to the present.
Author Archives: JD DeLuzio
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By now, most of us must be aware of the controversy surrounding PRISM, an online surveillance program run by U.S. intelligence, with the alleged cooperation of many web giants. Information and commentary may be found here, here, and—like PRISM itself– pretty much everywhere. Whistleblower Edward Snowden has disappeared into Hong Kong.
Thoughts? Opinions?
Also, while the story pales by comparison, I’m pairing this item with a creepy cosplay-related violation of rights, documented below (along with some general Newspace):
Continuum Discussion: “Second Degree”
A strong ep this week, but I’m busy, so we’re going to go with discussion only. Reviews will return next time.
“Second Degree” shows us judgments on two versions of Julian, information on rival conspiracies, and the unsolved theft of a grave. We see how Kiera Cameron and Carlos work together now that he knows her secrets, and we get to watch both Kiera and Alec’s new girlfriend (Magda Apanowicz) kick butt.
What did everyone think? And what labyrinthine path will lead Julian to become the feared Theseus?
Author Iain M. Banks dies of cancer
We join readers everywhere in mourning the death of Iain M. Banks, author of mainstream and science- fiction.
Book Review: Joyland
Stephen King’s latest has scares, to be certain, and touches of the supernatural, but it’s no horror novel. It’s a coming-of-age story, but the main character is twenty-one during the novel’s main events, and we see little of his childhood. The marketing suggests a crime novel and, while this may be accurate, the mystery hanging over this book drives only the last third of the plot.
No, in terms of genre, this is a yarn, and a darn good yarn.
Novel Review: The Testament of Jessie Lamb
Jane Rogers’ entry into the over-harvested field of YA dystopian/apocalypse novels made the shortlist for the Booker Prize and won the 2012 Arthur C. Clarke Award. Unlike many other books in the genre, this story ignores the big picture. We’re seeing the potential end of the world from the perspective of an emotionally-charged teenager, with the emphasis on the choices she makes. The character, her world, and the issues will strike very close to home for many readers.
Continuum Review: “Second Truths”
As Escher moves in on Kellog, a serial killer stalks Vancouver. Cameron can remember details that help with the case—but revealing them will make her look suspicious. Meanwhile, Alec gets to know his new friend—- but not so well as we do.
Orphan Black Review: “Endless Forms Most Beautiful”
Orphan Black‘s first season has ended, with deceptions, three significant deaths, and several important revelations. Begun the Clone Wars have.
Movie Discussion: After Earth
Reviews for After Earth have generally not been kind. The prize for abusive remarks may go to Kevin Carr of 7M Pictures, who compares the film to Rebecca Black’s “Friday” video, “a bought-and-paid-for vanity piece for a spoiled teenager who probably doesn’t know any better.”
Still, the visuals look good, even if Shyamalan’s career trajectory doesn’t. Anyone feel like a discussion?
Continuum Review: “Second Opinion”
Kiera Cameron experiences a nervous breakdown and some voices invade her head.
We also learn the identity of the mole in the police department.