Armored

Written by John Joseph Adams, Armored stands as a noteworthy contribution to contemporary literature. With a very good rating of 3.73 out of 5 from 624 readers, this book has proven its appeal to a broad audience.

The book explores rich themes that keep readers engaged from start to finish. Armor up for a metal-pounding feast of action, adventure and amazing speculation by topnotch writers (including Nebula-award winner Jack McDevitt, Sean Williams, Dan Abnet, Simon Green, and Jack Campbell) on a future warrior that might very well be just around the corner.  Science fiction readers and gamers have long been fascinated by the idea of going to battle in suits of powered combat armor or at the interior controls of giant mechs. First, when the armor starts to take over, even the generals may be at its mercy–and under its control. Then solve the problem of armored rescue when irradiated vacuum stands between the frail flesh of the living and safety.  And what happens when the marriage of soldier and armor becomes a bit too intimate—and that marriage goes sour! It’s an armor-plated clip of hard-hitting tales featuring exoskeleton adventure with fascinating takes on possible future armors ranging from the style of personal power suits seen in Starship Troopers and Halo to the servo-controlled bipedal beast-mech style encountered in Mechwarrior and Battletech. 

This 579-page volume, offers approximately 15 hours of reading time. The book demonstrates the publisher's commitment to quality literature and has been well-received by both critics and casual readers alike.

Armored is a compelling anthology that delves into the future of warfare through the lens of powered combat armor and giant mechs. Featuring contributions from acclaimed authors, this collection explores themes of control, survival, and the complex relationship between soldiers and their technology. Each story presents unique scenarios that challenge the boundaries of human capability and the implications of advanced armor in combat situations.

This anthology appeals to science fiction enthusiasts, gamers, and readers intrigued by military technology and its future implications. Those who enjoy thought-provoking narratives that blend action with philosophical questions about human-machine relationships will find this collection particularly engaging.