What reader’s are saying about We Are Mars and Storm At Dawn.
– J. Christensen 
– Kip Koelsch 
– Eilleen Gardener 
FOR STORM AT DAWN:
Just about every sequel you ever see will tout itself as “anticipated”. Storm at Dawn, however, is a sequel I really have been anticipating. Since putting down We Are Mars, I’ve been impatiently waiting to jump back in to this world with Dana and Jax. Picking up the action right where the first book left off, the sequel doesn’t waste a single page diving back in to the excitement. It’s a rare instance in which the author manages not to sacrifice character development in exchange for thrills. We still get to spend a lot of time with the characters we’ve already come to love, while meeting some new ones along the way, while the tension is building.
If you’ve read We Are Mars, you’ve got to pick up Storm at Dawn immediately. If you haven’t, well, you’d better just go ahead and pick up both.
– Mark Karsten 
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”– Eilleen Gardener 
“Cheryl Lawson paints a believable and exciting vision of Mars in her debut novel, We Are Mars. It’s clear to see that she’s done her research on the red planet, but also doesn’t let the techno-babble get in the way of compelling and well written story. Her writing style has an exuberance to it that you can feel emanating off of the pages, even the most tense scenes. The book’s ending leaves you wanting for more, and I can’t wait to read more from this author!”
– Matthew Cesca 
“Engaging story with real science.
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”– Nick Braker 
“An interesting take about life on Mars, full of intrigue, suspense and well-rounded characters. Strong world-building and very detailed, Cheryl does a fine job developing a believable Martian colony. Long exposition, while necessary at times to add the appropriate level of believability and background, did slog the story somewhat, the end result is an excellent tale worth reading.”
– Peter Hartog 
“Be prepared to become fully immersed in life on a Mars colony with Cheryl’s Sci-Fi thriller, We Are Mars. She takes you on a journey from page one, with daily life on the colony, fascinating in its own right, and then boom! all hell breaks loose. Cheryl has created a cast of fantastic characters whose struggles are relatable and real and who must learn to set aside differences and work together as they race to save as many lives as possible. A must read for Sci-Fi fans, adventure fans and thriller fans alike! Very much looking forward to book two!”
– Joenne Christensen 
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I also very much enjoyed the various ethical dilemmas the author raises, such as whether genetic meddling is ever justified. She also explores humanity’s ability to adopt an ‘out of sight, out of mind’ policy, as Earth basically cuts the Mars colony loose in their hour of need. I always enjoy books that get me thinking!
There are quite a few characters and for some readers it might get a bit confusing as the POV shifts constantly. But once disaster strikes, its action stations all the way as you are swept off on an edge of your seat, deep space adventure.”
– Nicola B. Louw 
“This book is exceptional and should be read by all.
For a better breakdown, [watch my video] review.” – Quinn Buckland, Canada 
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“A crisp tempo and clean writing made this a joy to read. The cover makes it clear WE ARE MARS is the first book in a series and I had to keep that in mind as the pace of the action quickened near the end. A unique take on the colonization of Mars that is punctuated with realistic main characters. Highly recommended.“ – Kip Koelsch, USA 
“If you love Mars and the idea of what living on Mars would be like, check this book out! There is a real, lived in feeling to this book, which is exciting. The pacing is deliberate. The characters are complex. The science is interesting and believable. There is is a bit more telling and less showing than I would prefer, but overall worth the read.“ – Rildon 
Holly, over at Ragdoll Reads did a comprehensive review of We Are Mars recently. You can read the whole thing here . Below is an excerpt from that review:
“We Are Mars is a really fun and exciting read, that sets itself up nicely for the sequel (which I cannot wait to read). The plot and characters are excellent, and the world building is top-notch.” 
“A real cliffhanger. Science fiction is not my normal choice of reading, but “We Are Mars” drew me into the genre and kept me turning the pages. Great descriptive writing and use of scientific jargon and a very believable setting. Prepare yourself for a cliffhanger. I can hardly wait for the sequel.“ – Terrence Roth 
“I’m a voracious reader of sci-fi. My interests include the classics (Asamov), standards (George RR Martin, Ursula Le Guin), and the amazing group of contemporary sci-fi authors publishing on Amazon (too many to list). Within my search for all that is new and obtainable, I found this book. It can hold its own in the mass of the sci-fi books here and is a great read for those who love the genre.
Cheryl creates a deliberate pacing to set the tone for an outpost on Mars. Monotony of maintenance and support to keep the base and the inhabitants alive. But holy crow – does all hell break loose! No spoilers in this review (I promise), but within a moment the monotony of Mars becomes the WTF is happening right now?!
Be prepared to experience claustrophobia, insanity, diseases, and the ongoing threat of asphyxiation at any moment of base breach with this book. I was catching my breath and constantly thanking that I am NOT on that base for real. Whew!
I look forward to book 2 of the Saga.” – Aimee D, California, USA 
“As a person who would love to be a Mars Colonist, We Are Mars, is a great starter book for Cheryl. The book moves pretty fast, and has enough entertainment to keep me interested. There are a few questions I have about some of the things that take place, but they aren’t hard to over look for the entertainment of the story. Again for a first novel, the writing was pretty good and I am anxiously awaiting book two. Cheryl really hits home with her descriptions of life on Mars and the struggles that would come with it. The “Red Planet” never read so good, as far as I have read. Recommend this book for anyone who looks at the stars and wonders.” Thrice Read Books, USA 
“Suspense is a subtle thing, something I happen to enjoy quite a bit. I love when the layers of the story come slowly and build, and in cooking terms it’s when there are layers of flavor on the pallet. For the brain, layers of suspense are exciting, and it brings a more enticing outcome to any story that uses the approach. Add Mars, and some political intrigue and you have an interesting take. Want to know more? Get your land rover, make sure you took your vaccine because I’m about to review “We are Mars” by Cheryl Lawson.
Opinion
We have a story of subtle and detailed placed suspense that mixes with reality and life on the unbelievable surface of Mars. As someone who loved Kubrick’s 2001, this book makes that film look like a YouTube video in the suspense. Oh yes, I went there, it’s that good. The layers of how it’s put in are what makes this book so good. It’s slow, steady and builds to a fire.
Tiny bits of exposition come together to a beautiful bouquet and it pays off at the end. I haven’t read a story this well layered in a while. This takes time, it’s not impatient at all, and I think some may call what this is slow in the pacing department, but that’s just what makes it so perfect. Slow pacing, when it’s detailed like this, is fine because the tension takes the balance and it cranks it to eleven.
There are real people in this book, with real stakes for the things they believe in. The antagonists, both secondary and primary are believable as well. The protagonists both secondary and primary are contrasting and lively. “
– Mrs Y. Reviews Books 
Read the rest of this detailed review at: mrsyreviewsbooks.blogspot.com