This week it’s about
controversial authors and their books.
Ender's Game by
Orson Scott Card is a combination of coming of age, war, deceptions, and
battle tactics.
Ender is a boy genius in simulated games of war, like a
total Call of Duty geek. The authorities notice his talent and push him down a
path of their choosing, and he isn’t aware until the end how far they’ll go to get what they want.
The movie adaption of the book was rather good. The CGI was
realistic and I liked the actors who played the parts. It is a tale that makes
you think and leaves the reader shocked, a characteristic of true sci-fi.
But after the movie came out, I read of people boycotting
the movie and I became aware of Mr. Card’s strong views on gay rights and
politics that pretty much offend both sides of the equation.
Some authors can afford to give their less-than-PC ’tudes. They
are famous enough and rich enough to do this. But it is my policy to refrain
from giving my political views and opinion (very strong) on divisive issues.
Just not my style.
But Mr. Card can and does.
So, shall I never ever buy another book of his due to his
opinions? Nope. I try to keep the subjects separate. If his books held the same
viewpoint, that might be a different story.
What do you think?
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Huntress aka CD Coffelt, author of The Magic
