[Review] The God Engines by John Scalzi

I really liked The God Engines, but I'm not sure I'd recommend it to anyone. It's a lot more fantasy than science fiction, which (other than Scalzi's non fictional works) is what he's best known for. I know I mentioned it in my last post but, I really love John Scalzi's science fiction.

It starts with a really kickass line too: It was time to whip the god. I think it has become one of my favourite opening lines ever. It sets the scene, it draws you in, you must find out why a god need be whipped. And there are illustrations.

Ean Tephe is captain of the Righteous. A spaceship powered by a god they keep locked up and torture at will. Tephe travels to an unknown planet at the behest of his god. Shit gets crazy from there.

The gods have their power and strength through faith. The gods give 'talents' to their followers that they can use to channel their god's power into a singular activity. These talents are limited and can only be used in conjunction with faith. Yes, it's a dark fantasy/science fictional work that explores religion. And it's crazy.

Considering it's such a short novel, there are so many things I want to say about it that I can't quite put into words. I will say nothing more but for the fact that I enjoyed it and it truly made me think about some bigger things.

3.5/5 stars.

I also promise better thought out reviews in the future.