Peak Picks & Reviews

 It should have been paradise in Rivervalley, but it was war, war, war. Other things aside, however, war was, in this place, good (according to some)! It gave savor to life and erased boredom. Man's greediness, and aggressiveness had its worthwhile side. Introduction  Philip Jose Farmer's "To Your Scattered Bodies Go" is a thought-provoking and imaginative exploration of the afterlife that challenges conventional notions of existence and identity. Published in 1971, the novel is the first installment in the Riverworld series. Farmer takes readers on a captivating journey, blending science fiction with philosophical inquiry, as the characters grapple with the mysteries of their new reality. Synopsis  The story begins with the mysterious resurrection of all of humanity along the banks of a colossal river on an unknown world. Each individual wakes up in a new, youthful body, seemingly plucked from the moment of their death. The river, which spans the entire planet, becom...

Although he had lived in the future little over a year, he had gained its greatest prize—the hereafter! Introduction  "Immortality, Inc." by Robert Sheckley is a timeless exploration of the human quest for eternal life, blending science fiction with philosophical undertones. First published in 1959, Sheckley's novel digs into the consequences and ethical dilemmas surrounding the pursuit of immortality. Through a captivating narrative, the author prompts readers to reflect on the essence of life, mortality, and the potential pitfalls of playing with the fundamental aspects of existence. Synopsis  In 1958, Tom Blaine, who was working as a senior designer at a yacht design company in New York, died when his car suddenly broke down and collided with an oncoming car while returning from a week-long vacation. He died after being hit in the chest by his wheel during the accident, but somehow he was able to wake up and his chest was in clean condition with no wounds.   He la...