Silo 49: Going Dark (Volume 1)

This is a continuation of the Silo series written by another author.

I found the book interesting and enjoyed the interplay between the various characters.

An inexpensive way to entertain yourself if you like the Silo series.

I really enjoyed this extension of the Wool series. The writing was engaging and kept me interested. Nice work! Like others, I don't think it is quite a 5 since the original Wool series set up this follow on. But worth reading to continue your Wool fix!

Ann Christy did a spectacular job of continuing the saga from the silo. It's great to see how things from a different point of view and how they play out. Can't wait to read the next book!!!! Great job, keep them coming.

I like dystopia stories -- not sure why, but I do. :-) This was a good one. I enjoyed the interaction of characters and the potential for later books. Haven't gotten any sequels yet, but this was a great introduction to this author.

This story is an excellent addition to the WOOL universe. Graham is a wonderful character, showing that just because these silo people are highly directed doesn't mean they cannot show their compassion and humanity. Wallis was a decent character, though he started out rather weak. However, in the last half of the book, he became much better defined as a character, and in bringing back his humanity. I loved Grace as a character, and wished she would have gotten more "page time". I think the silos have quite a few more people like Grace that have stories that need telling.

The one glaring difference from the WOOL series is that in this story, none of the people in the silos (except for a select few) even know that other silos exist. Because of that, this story does not have any of the video contact with Silo 1, or the lottery concept where someone can change silos. The naming change from Greek letters to numbers is no big thing, and besides, there are not enough letters in the alphabet to cover all the silos here. Of course, the fact that the existence of Silo 1 is unknown to almost all is rather vital to this storyline, so the author can be forgiven this taking license with the original concept.

Understanding the author rights of Hugh Howey, Ann Christy did a good job linking fan fiction to the original series without making obvious changes to the meaning established in the original Wool Series.

I enjoyed reading Silo49 because it is believable. A lot of technical aspects are well researched and a lot others left yo future imaginations. The characters are well constructed and consistent. I'll try more of the series as time goes by

Never read the Wool series people talk about. Just happened across this novel and really enjoyed it. Easy read but packed with adventure, suspense and human tenderness. Even if you aren't a sci-fi person, I"m not, you will enjoy this for what it is. An exciting example of bravery and love of fellow man.

Another well written Silo Saga fanfiction story - I tell you, I am hooked on these stories, each one is different and draws you into the Silo Worlds a little bit more. Would recommend to any Sci-Fi readers as a very good read.

Really first rate. Solid, well-edited writing. Insightful characters.
Maybe it's nearing the age of the oldest citizens of our own silo that made me warm to these characters, but their view is just as great as Hugh Howey's.
It's on to the next for me.

I had limited expectations after reading the blurb and WOOL. However the story was interesting and character development good. I already have the next in the series and will be starting it tomorrow.

I was not sure I would like another author attempting to play in Hugh Howey's world, but Ann Christy remained true to the premise created in the original silo world and created an exciting and intriguing world that felt as though it belonged in that world. The characters were richly developed and engaging. The entire Silo 49 series flowed well and each left me wanting more.

I stumbled across Ann Christy reading an anthology (The Powers That Be) and first read her excellent novella Yankari: A Talking Earth Tale. I liked it so much I decided to look for more. Glad I did. I started with Wool to get some background before I read this and both are great choices. Can't wait to get on with the series from both Christy and Hugh Howey.

Stumbled onto the Silo books the other day, addicted. I love that everyone is coming up with their own scenarios. This is a really good one, would be willing to keep reading more about 49......hurry and write more :)

You can read Silo 49: Going Dark without reading the Wool it will fill in the gaps if you have read Wool first. Scary reminder if you think your leaders are looking out for your best you are probably wrong, the more they give the more control they have over the masses.

This story continues Hugh Howey's Wool series quite well. Ann Christy has done an admirable job of continue the Silo world I this series, painting a picture of the human will to survive, despite overwhelming odds.

This could be an analogy of today in America with Washington forcing what they perceive as to what is good for the American people. They are totally out of control and none of the younger people who will be left with their massive mistakes are even aware of what is happening and every one is looking for their freebees. Not even caring about the cost or who is going to pay.

I thoroughly enjoyed this addition to the Silo series. Thank you, Hugh, for setting the stage. Glad to know that I am not the only one hungry for more from the silos. Looking forward to additional stories.

This is quite a scary world based on drugging its inhabitants and giving them little
I would have liked to have seen grace more developed as she could have been quite interesting
I was glad to get a look at silo 1 and wonder about silo 40 . I plan to read more in the series.

Just finished Silo 49: Going Dark, and felt compelled to say that this is an excellent read. I feel like every time I read another Wool story, I'm finding a different set of people to like and care about. In this case, having the head of IT as the main character and making him a decent human being trying to do a really hard job was really interesting, and made the book just fly by! Looking forward to more stuff by Ms Christy.

A real page turner, with a different kind of ending that I didn't expect but made me feel good and glad that I had read the book. I would highly recommend this book for someone who wants something uplifting. I am already looking for another Ann Christy book!