Starship Troopers
Robert A. Heinlein
1987 Berkley
A+
The movie was excellent but the book is even better.  It explore each of the
characters in much more detail, and expands the scope of the war.  There's
more focus on the philosophy of war, and as Juan Rico grows up and matures,
he learns the reasons why a nation goes to war, and what it means to be a
soldier.  It's a fascinating story from a grandmaster of science fiction,
and it grabs you right from the beginning and doesn't let go.  There are
good reasons why this novel is recognized as one of the greatest science
fiction novels ever, from the fascinating characters to the interesting
science to the mind-provoking philosophy to the superb pacing and
storytelling.  Heinlein is one of my favorite authors, and this is one of
his best works.