One Small Step

One Small Step

Romp is the word that springs to mind when trying to sum up this extraordinary piece of work. The background is somehow the Apollo mission and the book covers says a lot about the symbolism of firing a massive, albeit highly complex, erection into space. The historical backdrop gives a veneer of credibility to the farce, while Brian Howard develops his characters beyond the apparently simple yet ample dimensions of first introduction to the point where they are thoroughly engaging.

This is not a story for the bashful of composure; the author does not refrain from sexual content which at one hand seems gratuitous but in reality only adds to the absurdity of this tale. It is so absurd that one can believe it to be possible. What a time that must have been.
A very entertaining book for lovers of pseudo serious spy thrillers and conspiracy.

It is also important to recall that the author has serious points to make and difficult points are raised and dealt with in an intelligent way. Howard is clearly and author who has a broad vocabulary and he uses it with skill throughout the book which only adds to the multilayered nature of the piece.