Gravity Games by John Matsui introduces Dr Gustav Plank, a scientist, who is doing cutting edge research on gravity - negative gravity with its substantial military potential. He is kidnapped one day and all his papers are missing. The investigation agencies enlist the help of Nathan Sherlock,who has hyper acuity to odors. He joins Rebecca, with enhanced ability to detect the chemistry of any male and exude appropriate pheromones to unsettle him, as well as many others from the area of ESP related research. With the help of Sherlock's ‘conscience’ Bonnie, as well as of others from the FBI and CSIS, all the missing pieces are assembled.

Gravity Games by John Matsui has many characters that are out of the ordinary, like those with the ability to sense micro tremors not strong enough to be measured on the Richter scale. The upheavals caused in society due to the news of ‘negative gravity possibilities,’ especially the fluctuations in oil prices, are shown imaginatively. The authentic and crisp nature of the plot, the story and the dialogue, a high point in the initial parts of the book, became rather loose towards the end. This is still a very good plot, a refreshing change from the predictable villains, their cohorts and the usual ambiance.

Gravity Games by John Matsui is about one amazingly super powered Nathan Sherlock. A wine expert and a celebrity chef by profession, Sherlock has a lot to be thankful for, especially his wicked sense of smell. He can smell everything and anything; he can smell the food when it is at its best; he can pick out the best wine while it is at its tastiest; and he can also recognize the smell of blood when someone is being murdered. His special ability is hidden from the world. No one knows about it except his friend Bonnie. But his secret is not safe from the government. They know about it and they have a use for it. The US/Canadian anti-terrorism force needs him to track down a terrorist who has kidnapped a scientist whose research can change the face of the world if it falls into the wrong hands. The research is so potent that it can give the right ammunition to the most dangerous terrorists. But are Nathan and Bonnie capable of tracking down the terrorist before it is too late? Will Nathan’s sense of smell help him save humanity.

Gravity Games was a joy to read. The action packed novel was a thrilling ride. I was a little skeptical about how a super sense of smell can help a task force to capture a terrorist, but the way it was handled and written was awe inspiring. John Matsui wrote the mystery to perfection. Nathan was so charming and Bonnie was the right companion to keep him in line. I love novels where a male and a female character are a team. The suspense, mystery, thrill and action of the novel were so potent. Plus, the cover of the novel is amazing! With vivid details, awesome storyline, fast pace and craftsmanship, Gravity Games is a novel that must be on your bookshelf.