Sigler keeps chugging along in this smart melding of science-fiction and sports story genres. I am glad to hear that he'll be moving away from as much of the on-field story line, because I think he was just on the edge of getting a bit boring with it. I lean towards four-stars on this because while it isn't high art, he really is excellent at telling this sci-fi football story. Very few authors can maintain quality in a series over four books, but he is one of the rare all-stars. Can't wait for book five. It's no exaggeration for me to say this author has more than captured my imagination on more than one occasion in more than one book. The style of writing, the attention to sci-fi detail and a constant stream of characters that leap from the page are hallmarks of Scott. This novel was anticipated by me as being a potential classic in the GFL (Galactic Football League) series and it did not disappoint. I was moved to audibly sigh and laugh out loud many times throughout the book. I was shocked at the ferocity of The Game and the worthwhile effort to draw to a close the loose plot threads carefully woven in the previous three novels. Continuity is as important as character development and Scott again excelled at that. When a character dies in most horror/shock genre books, there's little concern for the NPC (D&D players will know that acronym) who wore the dreaded red shirt in his landing party. But Scott doesn't destroy any character in his novels without first building up the character as a fully fledged out sentient. This is especially notable as that's not a typical detail in books now. Usually it's seen in classic Asian horror and art house media. Bravo Scott. This is the closest I've ever come to enjoying a book that is so closely written with sports and mafia as a part of the storyline. Most I've not enjoyed. This book and, more generally this series, blows that dislike away. I recommend this novel for any and all. Not just because of the terrific writing, but also because the novel has zero curse words. Quite important for parents who want to share a book with our kids. Spread the word. This book is great as a stand alone or taken in series but however you digest it: read it. Then tell someone else about it too. Yes. It's just that good.
What do You think about The MVP (2000)?
GFL!!! GFL!!! All that needs to be said! You'll love it if you love football and Sifi!!!
—Nickwright
Greatness in all ways. I can't get enough of this setting!
—oliviastone
Just finished that one and wow, what an ending
—EnaK
LOVE THIS BOOK. That's about all I can say.
—reifas
