I got a copy of Battlefield Earth while in junior high school, and loved it! I re-read it every few years, and still enjoy it as much as the first time. Well, imagine my excitement at the prospect of a 10 book series by the same author! I bought the book as soon as it hit the shelves and started reading, what a disappointment. I got done and wondered where the story was. I forced myself to read several of the following books, but the magic of Battlefield Earth was not repeated. The first book is a passable read, but I would recommend spending your money on something else.