Triton

Just found out what YA means (young adult) and it's good I didn't understand it before starting in on Triton. The beginning seemed to start as a sappy, teen, girly romance story. But despite that, I was sucked into this book. There's a lot of bitching in prior reviews about the authors use of bad language and I gotta say, yes, the use of the "F" word was used a lot but appropriate and necessary. To me, it made the characters a lot more 'real'. Especially in the context of this book being mixed together with the Biblical references. Genesis, Armageddon, the Apocalypse... The author really deserves accolades for the twisty, turny zigs and zags this story takes. It has excellent research with the science. This book is going to be one of my favorites. Here's my tip. Start in on it. You will discover very quickly whether this is your cup of tea. If the hook ain't set in the first couple of chapters, forget it. Yes I guess it is a sappy, teen, girly romance novel but it's blended very well with a scientific narrative interlaced with exquisite technical language that kept me interested. Yup, Dan hit a home run with Triton. BTW, what the heck is with that cover?? Some other reviewer commented on that and I wish I could find it. Maybe someone else figured out what's up with that?

I categorize "Triton" as a "teens-in-a-pressure-cooker" story. The story sets up, a cataclysm strikes, and the survival of the young group depends on their wits and their hearts, and as a nice twist, mankind's survival depends on their success. The author speculates with a Biblical connection (I will not write a spoiler, I will not write a spoiler), and though I disagree with his musings, he does so quite well and perfectly within the sci-fi tradition. I would drop half a star for a Genesis 6 bait-and-switch/red herring (a few of you out there know what I am talking about), but I round up, so five stars it is. Over all, "Triton" is an optimistic take on the innate goodness of people and their ability to rise to a challenge and to put others first. That alone deserves a solid thumbs up. (BTW, what's the cover all about? I don't get it.)

Actual rating: 2.45 stars.I have been really enjoying one of Dan Rix’s series, and wanted to pick up some of his stand-alones to see what else the author has to offer. ‘Triton’ called to me. I love books that mix in oceanic undertakings, and this looked like a spooky adventure on the seas. I should have taken into account this was one of his earlier works because it didn’t quite hit the mark for me…The first half of the book was painful. With a cast of annoying characters none of whom I could relate to (or even like) and it took too long to set up the premise of the story. So I spent my time grunting, groaning and eye rolling in exasperation… goodness knows what my flat mate thought I was doing with all the strange noises coming out of my bedroom.These characters acted with inappropriate behaviour bordering on mental illness. So not only was I having difficulty in relating to them, but their course of action just about gave me a migraine. Many, many times I felt their behaviour did not match their circumstances. It boggled my brain at how out of context it all was. Talk about a bunch of bipolar teens running around paranoid on a ghost ship.Pacing picked up in the second half, and the cast became marginally less annoying. Though, their decision making was still circumspect. I don't think I really cared for any of them at any point in this novel.I enjoyed the science fiction elements immensely, the premise of the story is a great hook – I was really excited about ‘Triton.’ With a great concept, pacing and the fact I did not predict the major plot twist at all, ‘Triton’ has so much going for it… it’s just the annoying cast! Argh! Also, the conclusion felt like a let-down to me personally... while magnificent, it was not something that washed me in awe; or got me excited. Not that I’d want to change the ending (though an alternative ending would be fun) but maybe re-written to keep the mystery and magnitude of the reveal. Give me that pay-off!‘Triton’ possesses some great writing and story mechanics; woeful characters, motivation, and behaviour; and a so-so storyline that balances this out to just an under-average read for me. I'm glad this is one of Rix's earlier works, because if this was a latest release I'd be seriously reconsidering my fanship.It is an okay read, but not a book I'd recommend easily.

This book is like nothing I've read before. I enjoyed all the suspense and how the author build it through all the story. I was shocked when I got closer to the end and I didn't know what to think. I'm really impressed of how the author approached this topic and that ending was really good and shocking. I'm glad I've found this book and I'm looking forward to read more about the author.This book is about Cedar, Brynn, Sky, Naomi and Jake. 5 teens that've been through a lot and decide to take a cruise. The plot was really good and it's completely non predictable and that's something I appreciate. I didn't know how it was going to end and I love that.If you're into SciFi books, this is the one for you.

I read so much, that when a truly awe inspiring, unable to guess what happens next (I am very good at doing that), oops I lost sleep because I cannot stop reading, a near perfect book comes along... I have to share!!!!Classified as YA, Triton combines seamlessly the elements of science fiction, drama, romance, action, horror and even religious mysticism. Adults will find this book just as engrossing as a teenager, perhaps for different reasons. I hate leaving spoilers, so let me just say the ending does not disappoint, other than the fact it does end. All great books do, just be thankful that Mr. Fix had written others, and continues to do so.Thank God for the little things in life!