Michael P reviewed Head on by John Scalzi
Review of 'Head on' on 'Goodreads'
4 stars
A great addition to the world. I love this series.
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Head on
by John Scalzi
4 stars
(40 reviews)
Head On is a science fiction police procedural novel by American writer John Scalzi. The book was published by Tor Books on April 17, 2018. Audible has released two audiobook editions, each with a different narrator, Amber Benson and Wil Wheaton. It is a standalone sequel to Lock In.
Pentapod reviewed Head on by John Scalzi
Review of 'Head on' on 'Goodreads'
4 stars
A solid sequel to "Lock In", rejoining Haden's Syndrome sufferer Chris as he or she (it's never stated) pilots their android "threep" body around investigating crime. Newly joined to the FBI, Chris accompanies snarky partner Vann as they investigate the possible murder of another Haden's victim and professional athlete in the Hilketa league (a violent sport in which androids attempt to decapitate each other to score goals).
Basically an easy-reading detective story set in a slightly future earth, you don't really need to have read the previous book "Lock In" but you'll definitely have a bit more background if you do. It's a light, amusing read that goes down like candy and probably won't stay in memory extremely long, but entertains while it lasts.
Alex Keane reviewed Head on by John Scalzi
Review of 'Head on' on 'Goodreads'
5 stars
I really enjoy Scalzi's Lock In universe, the concepts and issues surrounding what humanity is and how society accommodates those with disabilities. I love the way the sport of Hilketa is portrayed and how the issues of professional sports and money are addressed. Scalzi is fantastic.
Paul reviewed Head on by John Scalzi
Review of 'Head on' on 'Goodreads'
3 stars
An enjoyable sequel to Locked In. I really like the characters, dialogue, and the universe Scalzi is building here. The story itself, though, is very straightforward with much of the plot telegraphed so there were few surprises. Still a fun read.
bondolo reviewed Head on by John Scalzi
Review of 'Head on' on 'Goodreads'
3 stars
This book didn't seem to advance the character and the series doesn't seem to be going anywhere in particular. It seems set up as a typical long running detective series a la Spenser with a rotating cast of familiar characters.
