Mankowski, Sarah
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Review "I think we'll become well acquainted with [Sarah Mankowski] in the future. I highly recommend ECHO'S VOICE." -- Pat Cavender"The plot is also
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well set up, with a hook that draws you into the complexities of the story" -- Scribes World Reviews 9/15/00"The story will hook you completely
you will be fully involved in Rick and Echo's adventure." -- Tracy's Book Review List From the Author If you have a sense of humor, if you enjoy stories that are a bit different, stories that combine elements of satire, adventure and romance with speculations about the future, I think you'll enjoy Echo's Voice. About the Author Born and raised in central Florida, Sarah Mankowski would never want to live anywhere else. When not writing or spending time with her husband and son, Sarah enjoys gardening and rummaging through used bookstores. Excerpt. © Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. "I want to tell you about The Isle," Echo began, as they walked beneath the big trees. "If you follow through with this insanity, you'll become property of LTK, soon enough. You may know something about LTK. They had already achieved an impressive conglomerate when Sherry Mason lived. And during these four hundred years, while you were evolving, their control of news and entertainment has been absolute. LTK is managed by a twelve-person executive board. These individuals are quite old, although cosmetic surgeries, artificial organs and biochip-enhanced brains keep their appearance youthful, their minds alert. I despise their never-ending obsession with pleasure and the constant scheming. I detest them!" Lefty's mechanical hand patted her shoulder. "Their technologies specialist, Jessica Tarlton, is considered the greatest living expert on automation. She is also fond of chess. She thinks in chess moves, in probabilities. She'll be the one to thwart your efforts." Again, Lefty patted her shoulder. "Fine. If you're so sure this is what you want--if you're so certain you know what you're doing--fine! But do remember that I warned you."
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