Anomaly
Written by Peter Cawdron
Narrated by P.J. Ochlan
4/5
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About this audiobook
Anomaly examines the prospect of an alien intelligence discovering life on Earth. The technological gulf between humanity and the alien species is measured in terms of millions of years. The only way to communicate is using science, but not everyone is so patient.
Humanity's first contact with an alien intelligence is far more radical than anyone has ever dared imagine. With a technological gap of millions of years, mankind is barely able to recognize the arrival of an alien space craft outside the gates of the United Nations in New York.
Peter Cawdron
PETER CAWDRON is an Australian science fiction writer and author of numerous novels. He lives in Queensland, Australia.
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Reviews for Anomaly
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5I absolutely loved this book, and I am ashamed to admit the author is right in his appraisal of our maturity and the probable outcome of any first contact , shoot first ask questions later, however there is hope . BLOODY EXCELENT PETER.
Mark Holman Brisbane1 person found this helpful
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Well written, albeit the plot was a little thin. The idea was fairly good, don't be put off with the stiffness of the narration in the beginning, it warms up.
- Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5There were many intriguing ingredients to a good and meaningful story. As a believer who is certainly open to extraterrestrial life, I was disappointed in the reductionist and ham-handed treatment of religion. There has been speculation about et life for centuries in the Church. Too bad the author was only inspired by Sagan and didn't transcend him. I do agree with the concluding statement that we need wisdom more than just sheer knowledge. The cliche villain was absurd, just as New York Times would imagine it. The romance piece felt stilted and corny.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Fun book and lots of interesting ideas. Worth the read!
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5A bit of Asimov. You need more of this kind of books. A real book about something other than conflicts. Good!
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5This is a first contact book, similar to Sagan’s work. But with more emphasis on just trying to communicate and a more thought into the scientific process (and slightly how religions don’t have one). To me, the ending is too short given the long development to a climax, but it works.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Another great book from Peter Cawdron. The way it shows how humanity would react if an unknown event happened is sadly more accurate than any one of us would like to admit.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Very cerebral. A nice change from traditional approaches to sci-fi.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Intelligent, thought provoking science fiction. Yet it still provided the pleasure and (yes) distraction of a well told story that I seek when selecting from this genre. IF you crave science fiction but not good guy bad guy militaristic swashbuckler type this one may well be for you!
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Thought provoking science fiction. Excellent take on alien contact and just how important life is.
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Great narration, storytelling was decent but the main character being a school teacher seems a bit forced. But hey, it’s sci-fi, anything is possible
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5The book was very thought provoking. I enjoyed the book.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Absolutely loved it. Wonderful story describing unique first contact
- Rating: 2 out of 5 stars2/5This book is written at a High School level. It is decided “woke” with little depth in character development and little research along descriptive dialogue. Anyone beyond the age of 17 should pass this book by.
- Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5The premise is interesting but character dialogue is too unrealistic. Finally put it down out of frustration. As a narrator, you can get away with lyrical descriptions, as a character (Cathy) it comes off as stilted and unnatural. Writer has potential but needs better editing.
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Excellent, I thought it would end differently, loved the characters, the actual solid state of the situation, some resemblance with Contact, but, really where else could you go without it turning into Fantasy,(yuk).
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Great book. The story really gets you thinking, I've never been into sci Fi but when the story is written and told well it is really enjoyable.
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Overall, I liked it very much, but some of its good points became tiresome after awhile. For example, I really enjoyed the scientific explanations done in layman’s terms, but there was a LOT of it, sometimes piled on top of each other. The protagonist is very likable, but much of the plot surrounding his character is also very unlikely. The same goes for large portions of dialogue, which frequently read much more like an essay than conversation. I find myself fast forwarding through some of those sections. Kudos to the narrator for an excellent performance!
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Great read. Hard science a bit on the nose at times but ultimately a well rounded novel.
- Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5Mildly interesting (not a lot happens, literally).
Sometimes thought provoking.
But nothing that we haven't seen before.
I had to take off a star for the dreadfully corny lovebird moments between the two leads. - Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5An interesting way to help us understand what we have and to be more appreciative. Picked up more knowledge about the periodic table too. I will check out further titles from this author who managed to add a new and exciting perspective on science fiction. Great!
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5I really liked this book! The author succeeds in giving us an intelligent and thoughtful science fiction hero!
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Reads a bit sophomoric at first but there are several very excellent lessons in this book, scientific and otherwise
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5I can appreciate the unique flavor of this book. It was a welcome break from the typical science fiction. it piqued my curiosity and held me in a state of needing to know what's next. I felt that at any moment I could be thrust into exploration. There is SOME action in this piece, enough to satisfy me, but don't listen if you are looking for a shoot em up work or starship battle.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Interesting take on common sense known science in Sci-Fi first contact in present time. Book that does not make other cultures or nations as evil.
Has good suspense and rhythm. - Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Very good plot , story line is pretty high schoolish but l overall good read
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Really enjoyed this book. Refreshingly good setup. Not standard fare.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Brilliant book well read need the next one if possible
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5It's really unique and the story just expands and unfolds flawlessly
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5The book draws the reader in. I have new respect for scientists.