Knowing that Forstchen is a Professor of history, this novel makes total sense. I quite enjoyed the way that he approached the subject matter - the novel seemed much like a dramatized account of our real history. Knowing what happens forty years down the line, viewing the beginning of the Kilrathi war is a lot like watching the Titanic: You know that the boat sinks, but the story is still incredibly compelling.

Well written, suspenseful, enjoyable. Highly recommend. ( )