The only thing I regret ... is not reading the first book, which I plan on doing very soon.

John Fahey has this way of engaging and drawing the reader into the story. You couldn't just leave it until it is finished. And talking about the finish - I don't mean to give anything out, but the end will catch you by surprise!

Bottom line - if you are looking for a book, that will make you think and think hard, Arrival is the one.