First Lensman

Maybe this is a novel that should be listened to. I could not help but notice the poor showing this book has been given in reviews, and I was warned that this novel was not good by other scifi enthusiasts, so I was prepared for the worst, and the first two chapters did not disappoint. But once the book got into the actual story of the creation of the "Lensmen" I enjoyed it. Again maybe because I listened to it on Audiobook and it was like listening to an old-time radio play with out the foley work, but it was not as bad as I was prepared for. It reminded me of the classic 1956 movie "Forbidden Planet." You know full of schlock. And who doesn't like schlock. a solid 2.5 stars.