The Hollywood Book Reviews commends “Chronicles Of The Ancient Future” by Richard Hoffman
The Hollywood Book Reviews commended Richard Hoffman, saying that “Hoffman’s ability to maintain suspense and build tension makes for a truly engaging read. Chronicles of the Ancient Future is recommended for fans of epic adventures, historical mysteries, and thought-provoking science fiction.”
Imagine waking up one day to find that the most coveted and elusive treasure the world has been tirelessly seeking for centuries has suddenly appeared in your room. The sheer shock and overwhelming numbness of such a dream come true moment would be indescribable. This is exactly what happens to the central narrator in Richard Hoffman’s science fiction novel, Chronicles of the Ancient Future. Successful US businessman Richard embarks on the journey of a lifetime, one that could either catapult him to unprecedented stardom or plunge him into the darkest reality he could ever have imagined. During a business venture in Peru, he discovers something intriguing underground—something both familiar and enigmatic. Judge Margo Hoffmann of Florida, Rabbi Joseph Goldberg, historians Jonathan Briggs and Samantha Xavier, botanist Cynthia Flynn, scientist George Simmons, and Ruth Bernstein join forces with Hoffman, forming a team determined to uncover a discovery unlike anything the world has ever seen.
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“Chronicles Of The Ancient Future” by Richard Hoffman presents the story of a businessman who was always looking for a new adventure to invest in to make his legacy greater. He should have known his next adventure was going beyond anything previously encountered. Despite his disturbing dream, he was not aware of what was to ensue.
At the onset, this adventure appeared to be quite lucrative. However, as the adventure progressed in its unfoldment, it led him to some other unsettling paradigms. He found himself in other time zones and even on other planets. Initially, the pattern of these events seemed obscure. After a few shocking revelations, he realized that there was a purpose to the pattern. The purpose was that of the Ancient Future.
People wrestle with the idea of a predestined future versus a fluid future determined purely by our choices. The latter prevails in our present culture. But is it absolute?
This book was among the books displayed by Author Reputation Press during the 2024 Los Angeles Times Festival of Books (LATFOB) at the University of Southern California on April 20–21, 2024. The LATFOB is considered one of the world’s most significant literary gatherings. It has been held every year since 1996 with the goal of bringing together the people who create books and the people who love to read them. It is attended by more than 550 authors, celebrities, storytellers, and hundreds of exhibitors. The Los Angeles Times is the country’s biggest metropolitan daily newspaper, with more than 40 million unique latimes.com visitors monthly, a Sunday print readership of 1.6 million, and a combined print and online local weekly viewership of 4.4 million. The Pulitzer Prize-winning Times has been covering Southern California for more than 140 years.
Here’s an excerpt from the review written by Hollywood Book Reviews that highlights:
“… the misuse of power remains inevitable for humans, whether in the twenty-first century or five hundred years into the future. The discrimination in lawmaking, particularly how the laws in this unknown world enable the rich to escape punishment through wealth, will leave readers numb. In the mysterious world of Chronicles of the Ancient Future, the age-old atrocities of slavery, exploitation, and physical assault continue to plague humanity. However, readers will also find that humans have extended their cruelty to machines, torturing androids, and AI-driven creatures for their perverse entertainment, driven by ill-minded thoughts.
When discussing the narration style and engagement factor of the novel, it is crucial to consider the believability and convincing nature of the world in science fiction. The author is commendable for creating a sleek and mysterious world. The narration is mostly detailed, something needed in creating this alternate world in the storytelling. The author’s focus on scientific elements often compliments the creation of compelling fiction drama. Mixing sci-fi world building along with drama and character development makes Chronicles of the Ancient Future a book which delves into multiple genres.”