Tri-Orion: Awakening by L. J. Hachmeister

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Sometimes, the hardest thing a book can ask of us is to be patient.  In sci-fi in particular, readers can often get lost in the new jargon, the new lifeforms, and figuring out how our protagonist (or protagonists) fit into the grand scheme of things.  We’re basically asked to take what we know of the world, and throw all that frame of reference out the window.  Then, we have to assume the new viewpoint offered to us by the author.

L. J. does a fantastic job of rewarding the reader who sticks with the book.  It starts slightly slower, and it has a premise that is both unique and requires adjusting to.  The trio of triplets who are the focus of the book share thoughts, emotions, and can delve into each other’s minds as well as those around them.  They begin in horrible circumstances, and it’s always hard to read about children put in such terrible situations.  

However.  I cannot stress enough that your efforts will not be in vain.  Persevere, and you shall find an absolutely absorbing read in front of you.  You shall journey with the triplets, grow to know and to enjoy them, and root for them as they face struggle after struggle.  At times the book is highly evocative of Ender’s Game by Orson Scott Card, and that is to L. J.’s credit.  I was mesmerized by the twists and turns in their journey, how each time they seemed to have succeeded at mastering their situation, life would kick their feet out from under them yet again.  

If you enjoy world-building on a masterful scale, if you long for characters you will find yourself rooting for, and if you enjoy a healthy serving of action and intrigue, then I can happily say that your search is over!  L. J. has crafted a whirlwind adventure, so hang on and enjoy the ride!