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Miles Goram has a problem. All the down-on-his-luck journalist planned on doing was writing a hotel review and now there's a body in his bathroom. Far from home on a strange planet, Miles must deal with the fact that somebody wants him dead. Welcome to Reevis, a planet without days or nights where life is only possible under a vast pressure dome. It is on this airless wasteland that Miles finds himself caught up in a mystery involving a huge interplanetary corporation, a powerful man and his ambitious PA, and a beautiful young heiress who has been missing for years. Crossing the galaxy in search of answers, Miles begins to uncover a web of deceit that stretches further than anyone could have imagined. With his life becoming at greater and greater risk, he realises that there is no one he can trust. Will he discover the truth and finally come to terms with his past? And, if he does, will it be enough to save his future...?
Ribbonworld, by Richard Dee- Published on: 2015-11-02
- Original language: English
- Number of items: 1
- Dimensions: 7.99" h x .53" w x 5.24" l, .60 pounds
- Binding: Paperback
- 234 pages
About the Author A native of Brixham in Devon, England, Richard Dee left Devon in his teens and travelled the world in the Merchant Navy, qualifying as a Master Mariner in 1986. Coming ashore to be with his growing family, he flirted with various jobs, including dockmaster, insurance surveyor and port control officer, finally becoming a Thames pilot over twenty years ago. He regularly took vessels of all sizes through the Thames Barrier and upriver as far as London Bridge. He recently returned to live in Brixham, where he has taken up food writing and blogging. He retired from pilotage in 2015 to start an organic bakery, supplying local shops and cafés. He is married with three adult children.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. 4.5 Stars, a great read By E. Maynard First, many thanks to the author, who provided a copy of Ribbonworld free of charge in exchange for an honest review. This book has been in my TBR pile for some time now, and I was glad to finally be able to crack it open and give it the attention it deserves.Reevis is the titular ribbon world, thus named thus for the “ribbon” of habitable land that exists between the hot and cold side of the planet. It was pioneered by a mining company named Balcom, whose crews built the huge domes that keep the poisonous atmosphere at bay. It’s very much a “company” planet, as much of the population is either employed by Balcom, or does service for their workers. It has only been recently that others have arrived on Reevis, seeking to construct tourist attractions such as the luxury hotel that Miles is there to review. Miles soon finds that he has landed right in the middle of an undeclared war of intimidation between Balcom and those who would seek to make something more of Reevis.Miles had recently fallen on some hard times, and is trying to rebuild his ruined career. This hotel review is not much more than fluff, given to him as a form of charity by a friend, to get him started back in the business again. Miles realizes this, but the body he discovers in his hotel room speaks to a more involved plot to the story.Something smells very much like a rat on Reevis. Miles comes into possession of some sensitive and controversial information, and just as quickly finds out that there are people that will happily slit his throat to keep that information quiet. A huge amount of tension exists between the employees of Balcom, and the proponents of the tourist industry. Balcom believes the planet too dangerous to be used as a tourist destination, while the other entrepreneurs believe Balcom just wants to keep the planet to themselves. Any off-worlders are viewed with suspicion at best, and outright violence at worst. Miles makes contact with both parties, and is nearly killed for his troubles. Just what is Balcom trying to hide?I thoroughly enjoyed Ribbonworld. The story was fast paced and interesting, and kept me guessing right up to the end. I’d like to compare it to Total Recall, not so much in the story, but in the intensity. This book is a great mix of mystery and thrill ride that will keep you guessing until the last page.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. A Sci-fi Thriller that Doesn't Disappoint By Tori Dennis The planet Reevis, was full of interesting characters and magnificently described features. The book starts off with Miles being exhausted from his journey to Reevis. He quickly has to cope with dangerous and strange circumstances. Exploring a newly formed Ribbonworld, with multiple groups fighting for what they think is best, was a great way for the story to unfold. The character development was done well, and Miles was a relateable guy that you wanted to root for. I did wish that Miles had revealed his past earlier in the novel. It was frustrating to me when he would refer to his past with other characters, and I didn't know what was happening.I was engaged in how the power struggle in the book would turn out. While there were alot of different groups involved, the author incorporated them well into the story. The pacing was done well, so the action and plot twists worked seamlessly. I did feel that the details of the machinery and how certain vehicles operated, wasn't necessary. Overall however, the well described ice and lava fields of Reevis, led me to visualize all of it's beauty. The technology described of interplanetary travel, vertical farming and transparent holo's added the right elements of the future, without ever seeming forced. "The people don't need to know everything, only what's good for them."A powerful corporation, becoming over run by greed and criminals was not a far fetched scenario for me at all. This is a short book, so I was concerned that there would be lose ends, but everything was addressed in a satisfying ending. There was even some adorable romance thrown in, that I enjoyed. I would recommend this to readers who enjoy science fiction, and watching mystery's unfold.I received this e-book from the author in exchange for an honest review.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Ribbonworld shines with suspense By Don Sloan There's something funny going on under the big dome on the planet Reevis. There's rampant suspicion of Off-Worlders, an ex-con journalist and, oh, yes, that dead body shoved inside the bathroom of a cheap hotel.This fast-paced book has all the necessary ingredients for a first-rate whodunit -- with the added element of being set on a lonely, isolated planet where a local saying sums up the world's inhospitable nature: "You may use it, or live on it, and even make money from it, but never forget it can snuff you out without a second thought, or even be aware of your passing."Miles Gorham originally came to Reevis -- also known as a "ribbonworld," due to an odd swath of barely habitable land that rings the planet -- to do a travel piece on a luxury hotel. But his focus quickly shifts to survival as mysterious forces move into play against him.Who murdered Nic Stavriedies, the local developer who built the hotel Miles has come to review? Who kidnapped Balcom Industries heiress Layla Balcom? And why are the mayor of Reevis City and the earliest planet pioneer so eager to see Miles on the next transport off the strange new world?The author shows a fine, practiced hand at describing the stark surroundings and the extensive efforts that have been undertaken to make the overall living conditions as close to Terran as possible -- right down to the waving fields of wheat growing under the adjoining farm dome.Miles falls under direct attack while visiting the farm. He and the farm overseer are literally run off the road and are rescued by a passing prospector, a feisty, independent lady who warms up to Miles back at the hotel a bit later in a romantic side plot.Meanwhile, the nefarious Balcom people, who control everything and just about everybody on the barren world, are busily scheming to take full command, bribing government officials and falsifying documents in partnership with an organized crime syndicate.Miles is smuggling secret data that will nail the bad guys, but can he get off the planet without getting killed?This sci-fi story moves quickly, and the technology that supports the domes, and the desolate yet beautiful environment, play major roles during the non-stop action. The writer is almost cinematic, describing the intricacies that keep the residents of the artificial environments alive and productive, providing even rain and gentle breezes.In the end, justice is served, but not in a way you'll expect. The author's talent for storytelling ties up all the loose ends, and mystery and conspiracy buffs will be well-satisfied.Five stars to Ribbonworld, an ambitious glimpse into a place our great-great-great grandchildren might very well see.
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