Babylon Terminal by Greg F. Gifune
Darkfuse (June 2016)
$99.00 hardcover; $16.99 paperback; $4.99 e-book
Reviewed by Frank Michaels Errington
I can’t say I always connect with a Greg F. Gifune story, but I always try to read his work. He challenges me as a reader and Babylon Terminal did just that. This is not a casual read, it’s not light material. I feel I had to work for every bit of enjoyment I got out of this book, but it was worth it.
There is some stunning wordcraft in this story. At times Gifune’s prose is close to breathtaking. There is powerful, rich dialogue, as well.
The author paints a bleak new world which, at times, reminded me of Blade Runner or The Fifth Element, even a touch of Mad Max. It all feels a bit surreal. Monk is a Dreamcatcher. When someone runs from their life it’s his job to catch them and bring them back or even terminate them. When the love of his life becomes a runner, Monk goes after her in an attempt to save her and maybe save himself in the process.
Babylon Terminal is dark fiction at its finest, at times ultra-violent, at times soft and tender. It’s a work which will likely stay with the reader long after they are done reading.
Babylon Terminal is published by Darkfuse and is available in e-book, paperback, and as a limited edition signed hardcover.
If you’re looking for a read to become immersed in, this is the book.
