I love fantasy and science-based science fiction. Have you read any of the many books by L. Ron Hubbard? With hundreds of books spanning the century from
the 1930’s to years after his death in the 1980’s—I think most of us have heard
of him. When I was offered the opportunity to
review a couple of his early books last fall by Galaxy Press, I was almost embarrassed
to admit that I had never read any of his work!
As I learned more about his prolific career, I was amazed by the many subjects that his books covered. Mysteries,
Science Fiction and Fantasy held titles familiar to me—but, I had no idea that
L. Ron Hubbard had written westerns and even a few books that ventured into the
romance category. I chose to review Fear and The Carnival of Death. Did I discover
a new favorite author?
Note: I received a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for my review--but, all opinions are my own.
A Quick Summary of Fear by L. Ron Hubbard. Professor James Lowry didn't believe in
spirits, or witches, or demons. Not until a gentle spring evening when his hat
disappeared, and suddenly he couldn't remember the last four hours of his life.
Now, the quiet university town of Atworthy is changing - slightly at first,
then faster and more frighteningly each time he tries to remember. Lowry is
pursued by a dark, secret evil that is turning his whole world against him
while it whispers a warning from the shadows: If you find your hat you'll find
your four hours. If you find your four hours then you will die...
Fear accomplishes what every fantasy novel should—it borders
frighteningly close to reality. Fear is
not only a page turner—but, it is so well written that it forces readers to
consider the “what-if’s” of the unknown.
Would I recommend Fear by L. Ron Hubbard? Bear in mind, this book was published in 1940
orginally—so the writing style is slightly different than what we may be
accustomed. However, that same writing
style likely inspires the better psychological thriller writers of today. If you enjoy psychological thrillers, science
based science fiction or medical thrillers—this book may be for you. I really enjoyed it personally and it
certainly motivated to read more from L. Ron Hubbard. I grew up reading Stephen King—and thought it
was extraordinary that the imagery from his written words inspired
nightmares. L. Ron Hubbard wrote Fear
with an underlying darkness. There is
nothing more frightening than fearing the possible!
About the Author
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Born March 13, 1911, L. Ron
Hubbard lived a life at least as expansive as the stories with which he
enthralled a hundred million readers through a fifty-year career.
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