Book Description
Global disaster threatens the Atlantis homeworld.
Customer Reviews:
Deserves more than 5 stars - every fan of SGA needs to read this book!.......2007-07-11
Wow is the first thing that comes to mind. I was totally surprised at just how good this was. I've read books before that are based on TV or Movies, and they're usually ok. This blew me away - better than the tv shows and other books I've read so far. If this could be made into an episode it would really be something amazing.
The characterization is just wonderful, especially Rodney - some of the writing brought tears to my eyes and anyone who knows me knows that's not easy to do. The new characters that are brought in are very well written, and really bring a lot to the story - they are not just background scenery. The interpersonal interactions between all the main characters, as well as some of the secondary characters, were so dead on and made this story so much more real than any of the episodes I've seen or books I've read in the SGA-verse so far.
The plot is definitly intriguing and keeps you guessing all they way through to the very end. Once you think you have it figured out you're surprised again and again. It's hard for me to even discuss as I just finished it last night and I'm kind of digesting the story still.
And I'm not gushing just because I'm a fan of SGA. I read a lot books in a variety of genres from sci-fi to classics. I'm very well versed in literature and writing in general. This book IS that good.
Every fan of SGA must read this book! Even if you aren't a fan of novels based on tv shows, you won't regret reading this one - and if you don't you would certainly regret it if you knew what you were missing out on.
Another great book by these two authors!.......2007-02-24
This second collaboration between Sonny Whitelaw and Elizabeth Christensen is more exhilarating than the first. Exogenesis engulfs us into a world most of us are already familiar with, though I believe this story is able to stand on its own. With a few references from past SGA episodes as well as SG1 Episodes, the plotline constantly moves as the team is split up to handle their respective situations serving one greater goal. The setting has a much larger scope in this storyline as the SGA crew set out to save the entire Pegasus galaxy.
The character personalities and interaction are dead on. We even get to see a side of McKay that doesn't reveal itself too much. We also get a rare view of the Ancients and find out how "human" they really are.
The story explores the impact on a society when their beliefs are shattered in almost an instant. While this society is dealing with this, at the same time they have to avoid becoming the next meal of the Wraith.
I would highly recommend any book by either of these two. Their grasp on this wordly concept is phenomenal. It's as if they are writers for the actual show.
Sonny and Elizabeth, I can't wait for the next one.
Book Description
An essential addition to any fan's collection of Stargate SG-1 memorabilia, this is the ultimate companion to the long-running sci-fi television series.
Customer Reviews:
Must have for SG-1 fans.......2007-10-11
If you love Stargate as much as I do then I highly recommend getting this product.It is very in depth about the show,characters and special effects,plus it comes with a DVD. I would definitely not pass up bying this guide. I know you will enjoy it as much as I do.
Fantastic overview!.......2007-08-24
"Stargate SG-1: The Ultimate Visual Guide" is an excellent overview of everything SG-1 through Season 9. The pictures are fantastic! There are great sections on each of the major characters and even some great sections on the minor characters (like Sgt. Siler). The breakdown of the Goa'uld infrastructure shows exactly how involved the creators of the show are. There are also a lot of pictures and descriptions of the technology of the SGC, their allies and enemies. Absolutely fantastic for the tecno-geek who loves that stuff (like me!). A must-have for anyone interested in the world of SG-1.
A Visual Guide For Stargate Fans.......2007-08-10
The 'Stargate Ultimate Visual Guide' is a good book for those Stargate fans who are fairly new to the series or would like to add to their 'Stargate' collections. The text is well written and the photos are nice and clear.
The book does provide a brief summary of each of the Stargate personnel, an overall summary of the Asgardians and their enemies, alien civilizations encountered by the team, Replicators, technology and some of the story arcs. The book does not go into any great depth overall with characters or plots but a novice fan can get a good idea of the characters and the major story arcs.
Overall the book is a good book to present to novice Stargate fans or for devoted followers of the show. The only drawback? You cannot dial a gate of your own.
A fine survey of Stargate SG-1's popular television science fiction world.......2007-07-08
A 'visual guide' DVD is included with a fine survey of Stargate SG-1's popular television science fiction world, from discussions of characters, technologies, and stories to 600 color images from the series. This would make the perfect gift for any avid Stargate SG-1 fan: it packs in trivia and information about the series and the bonus DVD includes interviews, a gallery of original artwork by James C.D. Robbins, and even a trivia game.
Lots of fun.......2007-07-04
For all those Stargate: SG1 junkies who needed a little more information about their favorite show. Or just needed to re-visit the SGC since it's no longer a first run series. This is the book for you. Filled with fun facts, photos, and lots of trivia. Did you know Major Lorne on Stargate Atlantis once lead and SG team? I didn't, but now I do. Not for the casual viewer, more for the fanatic, it's fun.
Book Description
A brutal society needs the team to harness Wraith technology.
Customer Reviews:
Good stuff!.......2007-05-29
The author achieved a nice balance between keeping true to the characters and themes of the show, and exploring an interesting (if somewhat grim) new science-fictional society. A focused, fast-moving plot that managed also to incorporate a good scene or two for each of the major characters (like Ronon's "One Man Army" assault during the Capture-the-Flag wargame sequence). And even a touch of romance for Rodney! Compares favorably to the best of other media tie-ins like Peter David's "Star Trek" novels.
Book Description
The SG-1 team battle an ancient enemy on a primitive world.
Customer Reviews:
Stargate Fan.......2007-05-23
When I read this one I thought it was a really good story, but the background from O'neill's point of view made it pretty clear that what happened to him during the season 6 episode" The Abyss" had affected him more deeply then show made it seem.I think that the only thing in the story that was un-necessary was bringing in that arrogant archeologist and since she seemed to go along the lines of what Daniel's college rival was like in the season 4 episode" The Curse" and continued not to take things to seriously throughout the entire book was what had made things even worse. For Daniel's point of view most of the story involved him getting most of his memories back and then this came up and that made you pretty sympathetic to his feelings on the matter, especially since it dug into the roots of his friendship with O'neill that was never mentioned in the show too much. I have to say that this is one of the best in the new stargate series and I recommend this one to any who like the series.
readingfan.......2007-04-04
Trial by Fire is a good book for those rainy afternoons. Good use of the character profiles from the show in developing the plot. The timeline of this book is consistent with season 7 when Daniel Jackson has returned.
Stargate fan novels.......2007-02-27
The Stargate fan novels are very true to the characters and are the equivalent to watching an episode on SCI FI, only in most cases better. Some of the books are just new adventures written by fans, good, but not great. While others are Great adventures where the author actually expands on the depth of the character and team, fills in gaps that us fans have always thought or guessed about. So far all the SG-1 books have had Jack in them, not Cam. I am using this as a generic review for all the books rather than risk spoiling anything in the stories. I have watched all episodes in the series (both SG-1 and SG-A), heck I own every published season, and as much as I hate to admit it I have seen every episode at least twice, in short, I am a Stargate nut. I have purchased all books written in the SG-1 and SG-A series, though not all of them through Amazon due to availability. Sometimes the shipping takes a long time since they are published in the U.K.
Book Description
On a quest to bring colleagues home, O'Neill must face his past.
Customer Reviews:
Fun - should have been an episode!.......2007-05-11
If you are a true fan of the show - then you will love this book. This reads just like and episode and the dialog is perfect and true to the TV characters. It will keep you turning the page.
The author did a fantastic job and would love to see more from them.
The story continues with the book "Cost of Honor" and picks up right where this one leaves off - it was just like watching a two part episode.
Fun read.
I LOVE THIS BOOK!!!!!!!!!!!!!.......2007-04-15
This book is sooooo good!!! This is the type of book that makes me love reading and never want to stop! This book has tons of excitement on every page! It never gets dull! I couldn't wait to pick up my book the next morning. And I couldn't put it down even at 10:00pm! I couldn't stop till I'd read a paragraph and not understand a single word! That's when I figured I should get some sleep. This book has everything Stargate fans have been waiting for! YOU SHOULD TOTALLY READ THIS BOOK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Stargate Fan Novels.......2007-02-27
The Stargate fan novels are very true to the characters and are the equivalent to watching an episode on SCI FI, only in most cases better. Some of the books are just new adventures written by fans, good, but not great. While others are Great adventures where the author actually expands on the depth of the character and team, fills in gaps that us fans have always thought or guessed about. So far all the SG-1 books have had Jack in them, not Cam. I am using this as a generic review for all the books rather than risk spoiling anything in the stories. I have watched all episodes in the series (both SG-1 and SG-A), heck I own every published season, and as much as I hate to admit it I have seen every episode at least twice, in short, I am a Stargate nut. I have purchased all books written in the SG-1 and SG-A series, though not all of them through Amazon due to availability. Sometimes the shipping takes a long time since they are published in the U.K.
Satisfying, quick and fun.......2006-10-12
"A Matter of Honor" by Sally Malcolm is a catchy story about SG-1's visit to P4X-481, a planet that has some interesting security technology and even more interesting gravitational machinery. Ordinarily that would be enough for two episodes worth of adventure, or equivalently one trade paperback from Fandemonium Books. Because the adventure has a well wrapped Baal tie-in, a Senator Kinsey hook, and all the pull of the planet-chomping black hole from the season 2 episode, "A Matter of Time" -- it rates a royal treatment -- a double book presentation. "A Matter of Honor" is the first part of the story, and "The Cost of Honor" is its conclusion. The plot of "A Matter of Honor" is very well done. It reads as fast as it is fun.
The hardest thing in the SG-1 universe for an author to do is to get the characterizations right. Sally Malcolm did an admirable job bringing our favorite Jaffa, Teal'c, to life in the pages of this book. The mannerisms were spot on. His subtle humor was natural and effectively presented. I liked her presentation of General Hammond very much.
In three places in "A Matter of Honor" the author missed the characterization mark. These EXTREMELY jarring gaffs happened in the characterization of Samantha Carter and Jack O'Neill. The first happens very, very early in the story when Samantha Carter thinks about when she will HAVE to relieve Colonel O'Neill of his command. There is an unfortunate and out of place discussion of military service being equivalent to legalized murder. The last and most appalling is when Colonel O'Neill shoots Teal'c in the ear because he mistook Teal'c for an enemy. Daniel Jackson, Teal'c, Samantha Carter and Jack O'Neill are heroic characters. The SG-1 canon has never wavered on that point. Taking liberties with the heroic nature of these four characters is -- CHEATING. Don't do it! These three miscues are the only weakness that mattered to me in the story because the storyline is so strong and (otherwise) well done.
This book is definitely worth a read, even if you have to hold your nose to cross three bad paragraphs. All the rest of the 236 pages of "A Matter of Honor" are a pleasure to read.
So far best of the bunch.......2005-11-13
Finally Stargate Tie-in novels. I read TV tie-ins to relax my brain, I write fan fiction to de-stress from my commercial writing as there are no "expectations" to fulfil. Unfortunately too many TV tie-in writers (Highlander, anyone?) write the novels as if they were writing "just fan-fic" to no expectation of quality and are clearly blinded by $ signs. On saying that, A Matter of Honor is a very good book, though I've given it 4 stars for Sally Malcolm's obvious effort rather than strictly the book's content. Let's hope Fandemonium sensibly retain this author.
The plot of the book is how an opportunity to rescue Major Boyd from the black hole is presented to SG-1. It doesn't go well (hence the sequel). I'm not going to lengthily describe the plot as that would spoil it. Ms Malcolm's SG-1 are finely drawn characters and most importantly she does her best to include those exchanges of dry wit amongst them that make the show so enjoyable. She keeps a good pace and strong dialogue throughout. Some writers use a tie-in as an excuse to be gratuitously graphically gory or macho gung-ho in a way the show won't allow, and Ms Malcolm thankfully avoids this very well. She also doesn't have SG-1 acting in completely uncharacteristic ways, such as in Sacrifice Moon where Daniel is unbelievably willing to risk his friend's lives and friendship with flimsy justification.
Of course there are flaws, mainly that Teal'c is the one who often comes through as stilted. There's an art to writing formal diction (how Teal'c talks) and it's a pain mostly. The main problem is so much of Stargate communicates on the visual level -Teal'c's "eloquent stillness" being the prime example. Watch any given episode and note how Jack & Daniel, Jack & Teal'c, Sam & Daniel, etc., do nothing more than exchange raised eyebrows yet convey 10 minutes worth of conversation. It's hard to convey that on the page without becoming tediously repetitive (I should know, fanfic, remember?)Occasionally this leads Ms Malcolm's SG-1 towards being wooden, but this is entirely forgivable - trust me, as a writer, it's difficult to maintain this balance especially when you are aiming at particular audience (for instance, I dislike the tendency for Rodney McKay in Atlantis to be a 1 dimensional comic character. He said, "My parents hated each other and took it out on me", which indicates at the least mental cruelty and probably beatings received from his parents' fists. So far however this dark edge to the character has been totally ignored). In short, if you are going to "try" a Stargate TV Tie-in, I strongly recommend that you use A Matter of Honor as the gauge of quality, because it's a strong, positive effort.
Book Description
A failed mission leaves O'Neill dealing with the fallout.
Customer Reviews:
mission recap.......2007-07-26
After watching the episode that this book was based on. I had been wondering about what the follow-up was for months after and I've got to admit that I'm impressed with the story. You can almost hear the characters thoughts of what that previous mission had done to their friend-ship especially between O'neill and Daniel. But if there was one major flaw in this story and the show then it would be with the Tok'ra. I also thought that to bring one or two previous episodes such as the season 2 episode" Need " and episode " Politics" was a good subtext in it-self. All in all, I recommend this to any who like the series.
Quick read.......2007-05-12
This book flows rapidly and predictably. Still for any SG1 fan is a worthwhile and fun book.
Alliances-a great read for SG-1 fans.......2007-01-14
This book is a great pick up from what might have happened after the Euronda fiasco. It combines many threads from other episodes and ties them together neatly. The writer captures the personalities of the characters well, so well that you do not miss a beat in thinking this is the way O'Neill or Jackson or any of the other SG people would react to the events happening around them. You hate Kinsey,you have mixed feelings for the Tok'ra, horror at the existance of the slave farms and what SG-1 has to go through to in order to accomplish their mission. Its great read and I highly recommend it to Stargate fans!
Fair.......2007-01-10
I found the plot promising. The characterization of Jack and Jacob were spot on, but I found Daniel's character way off (especially, in Chapter 19). I also kept wondering if this was a team story, where was Teal'c? Teal'c doesn't come into the story until the end.
For a Stargate story, it's fair. Better than the last novel 'Survival of the Fittest'.
A Slow Start, but Otherwise an Excellent Read!.......2006-12-31
I bought "Alliances" thinking it was the first in the new SG-1 series, since according to the product details, this book was published January 2006, prior to the other novels. However, the book itself is stamped with #8... and in the back are ads for the first seven books. Much to my relief, however, the book stood alone -- it did not matter that I hadn't read the rest of the series, it was still completely enjoyable.
For anyone wanting to read them in order:
#1. "Trial By Fire" by Sabine C. Bauer
#2. "Sacrifice Moon" by Julie Fortune
#3. "A Matter of Honor" (part 1 of 2) by Sally Mslcolm
#4. "City of the Gods" by Sonny Whitelaw
#5. "The Cost of Honor" (part 2 of 2) by Sally Malcolm
#6. "Siren Song" by Holly Scott and Jaimie Duncan
#7. "Survival of the Fittest" by Sabine C. Bauer
#8. "Alliances" by Karen Miller
The novel started out slow, and I found the initial plot setup rather contrived. The event that sets everything else in motion did not seem realistic to me. The characters were out of character, so to speak, and there were some inconsistencies. But, I realize that the author needed some way to have it necessary for SG-1 to be out of the way for a while.
In the beginning, there were many little things that drove me crazy... Like Jack calling Daniel's artifacts "doodads" *seven* times just in the first three pages. Or Daniel saying that Sam was "making love to the naquadah generator" with Jack soon confirming that she "was indeed making love to the naquadah generator"... a cute expression, except that they gave no indications that this was just a figure of speech, and Jack's saying, "No accounting for taste..." made it seem disturbingly literal. Plus, there were a few places where things contradicted themselves, usually on the same page or within a few pages, but these were mild and not critical issues.
Because of the uneven beginning, I was expecting to have to endure the rest of the novel, but happily, once the Tok'ra got involved, the plot started picking up. And when the undercover mission began, I was seriously hooked. I read the entire novel in about three hours! The author did an excellent job of capturing the characters' personalities, mannerisms, and interactions with each other. The storyline had plenty of variety to keep things interesting, with enough peace in-between disasters for you to catch your breath.
It is obvious that the book was written by a British author, even though she took pains to Americanize it. Every so often, a strange expression would appear, a word I'd never heard of, or a strangely spelled word. It happens often enough to remind you of the book's orgin, but the story itself is good enough that it shouldn't distract too much.
Overall, I was very pleased with the book. *Much* better than the original Stargate SG-1 novel by Ashley McConnell. I'm glad they decided to start over and release a new series! I give Four Stars only because of the trouble in the beginning, otherwise it's great! I am now looking forward to ordering the rest of the series.
Product Description
While exploring the unused sections of the Ancient city of Atlantis, Major John Sheppard and Dr. Rodney McKay stumble on a recording device that contains a new Stargate address. The address leads them to a world with a mysterious ruined city that may be part of an Ancient repository, or it may just be yet another trap for the unwary.
Customer Reviews:
time-lines in the stories.......2007-05-19
I found the books really good, but the entire time they were messing with the months and moments in every single story. For example this one takes place about four months after the issue with the teams biggest human enemy the Genii and after they did battle with a crazed wraith on another planet a couple of weeks later. I mean if they want to make the books they should do them in the order that the tv series played in rather then going back and forth and tossing certain details that they never mentioned in the show. But all in all this was a really good story, I especially got a kick when they mentioned the details of sheppards first conversion before he went through it a second time in season 2. I recommend this to any who like the tv show.
Great Book.......2007-04-16
I bought this book to read it in the airport while on a trip, It was a great book, kept me very entertained.
Love how well the author got the characters, got a few laughs on Rodneys comments and Sheppard's attitude.
I recommend it, is a short book, good jepardy.
Andrea
I am actually looking for a new one to read on the trip back.
treat for Wells fans as well.......2007-04-06
The other reviewers have covered this book from the point of view of Stargate Atlantis fans (and also mentioned the huge wait you can expect for this book)-- but as someone who's a Martha Wells fan first and foremost, I wanted to add that her readers won't be disappointed by this book in any way! She does a wonderful job of catching the rhythm and voices of the characters from the show, but there is also the tight plotting and somewhat gothic feel that her readers are used to-- in particular the scenes in the abandoned, haunted city and being hunted in the underground labyrinth are reminiscent of scenes from the Ile Rien books-- but with Sheppard and McKay standing in (hilariously) for Gil and Ilias. In other words, she's brought all her strengths to this project, and even if you love Wells but don't watch this show regularly, I think Wells fans will find it an entertaining read & a worthwhile addition to their collections.
One of the best TV Series books I've read.......2007-02-15
Although this came highly recommended by friends who are Stargate Atlantis fans, I was reluctant to get it - I've been burned by horrible pro fiction based on other series, like Trek. However, this book was exceptionally good. The plot was tight, the characters were very well done, and the twists kept me turning the page to the end. It was everything I love about the series, and more. I would highly recommend this book to any fan of the show.
Pushed All My Fandom Buttons.......2007-02-06
I chose this particular book over the other titles available in Stargate Atlantis novels because the plot of the book is not a reminiscent of an already-done SG:A episode. This is the first book from Martha Wells that I've read, and I am already waiting impatiently for her next SG:A novel, Entanglement (projected for March '07). She's obviously aware of the slash fanbase in this fandom and her writing has more than enough Rodney/Sheppard interaction to leave a slash fan happy while keeping them in-character.
Wells explored and expanded the concepts behind the ATA gene, especially its mind-reading and psychological component and how various Ancient technologies interact with it. Her wonderful concept underlines the great potential that the ATA gene have. Definitely a must read for slash fan and non-slash fan alike.
Excerpt to the first chapter is available from the author's website (.......) if you are unsure if her characterization and writing style would suit you.
Book Description
Sequel to A Matter of Honor: O'Neill pays a heavy price for loyalty.
Customer Reviews:
Stargate team on the go and dealing with past enemies and old problems.......2007-06-20
With this one you have to wonder why they bothered on bringing in that arrogant senator since he has been nothing but trouble since the end of season 1. I really think that they should've of done away with him years before this one came up. But the story had a nice touch to it.All the characters were there and they had a nice line with thier off-world friends that brought up the old "don't mess with alien technology when you don't know what you're doing" cliche not to mention reference of bringing up the sarcophagus which from the issue in the season 2 episode "Need" basically made it pretty clear just how dangerous that technology could be if used to many times as well as the devices' origin in that season 7 episode. But all in all it was a really good story and I recommend this to any who like the story and the tv show.
Excellent Book, Fast Ship from the UK, Perfect Condition!.......2007-02-19
I bought this book as a gift for a relative. They loved it! (We're both avid Stargate people.) It arrived quickly for having to travel across the Atlantic Ocean, and it was in perfect brand new condition when it arrived. I highly recommend this seller to others. I rate them A++++++++++, which in my book is very, very good. Best of luck to you!
Book Description
The team is stranded on a doomed world.
Customer Reviews:
Flawed but has potential..........2007-10-01
This book has many good things about it, such as an interesting story, historical context, plenty of plot, and several references to previous novels and episodes of the show. A few things seemed a bit far-fetched, such as Daniel's rival archeologist friend going off the deep end by turning cannibal and pretending to be an Aztec god. But most of the story was believable, and the main characterizations were excellent.
The one thing that I found completely unacceptable is the fact that the author never follows through with her cliffhangers. The point of a cliffhanger is to end a scene with a dramatic situation in order to hook the reader so they continue reading. But if you don't follow through and deal with the problem presented in the cliffhanger, it cheats the reader out of that resolution.
Several times the author ends a chapter with a series of climactic events; for example, while Daniel is visiting an ancient temple in Mexico it collapses, leaving him trapped inside and knocked unconscious by falling rocks. As a reader, I was eager to know what happened: how he survived, how he escaped, all of that. However, the author altogether skips the resolution of Daniel's dilemma--the next day, Daniel is suddenly back home, safe and sound! He mentions the cave-in as though it were unimportant, reminding us how he got knocked out, and gee, wasn't it lucky that Teal'c happened to be right behind him in the temple and was able to drag him out of the building before it collapsed on them both....
In "City of the Gods", the author constantly leaves cliffhangers without being properly resolved. She diminishes the import of every climactic scene, because she repeatedly skips the resolution and, instead, later gives a brief summary of what happened. Why should I bother getting worried about the characters when something bad happens if I already know that the author isn't going to show what happens? I don't want to hear second-hand that someone rescued the hero or that he managed to escape--I want to read what happens for myself.
As far as I am concerned, this is a pretty serious writing flaw: one that marks the author as an amateur. But, as I said, she has other good qualities as a writer and lots of potential. So if you're not a picky reader, go ahead and give this book a try! Hopefully, as Ms Whitelaw writes more she'll learn to follow through with her cliffhangers; when that happens I will be pleased to buy more of her books.
Amateur Stuff.......2007-09-10
Terrible going...as slow as wading through molasses. To make matters worse, Daniel Jackson's Grandfather, Nick Ballard, vanishes partway through the novel with no explanation, and is never seen or spoken of again. I wish they had more professional writers handling this series.
Stargate Fan .......2007-05-23
When I first read the book it brought up some parts of the groups past that didn't make too much sense till you read the other stories and then saw on the show that it all clicks in. One of those facts were from some of the key parts in the series were from seasons 1,2,& 3 episodes Fire and Water, Need, the information on Carter's episode as a host and the symbiote' memories, their encounter with the quantum mirror and the Crystal Skull which bring up a lot of information and the type of traumas that they all have to deal with as a group like losing a friend and a team-mate, but the back story of Daniel's past and bringing in his grandfather wasn't really necessary. I liked the idea that they focused most of this on Carter since nearly all of the books were focused on either O'Neill or Daniel and it was time that they gave Carter center stage this time around. But I have to admit that the issue with Daniel's former teacher brought back another good piece of background like his rivalry with another archeologist from the Season 4 episode " The Curse" was pretty interesting as well. Another issue that they brought up was O'neill and Carter's relationship even though neither wanted to admit it that they loved each other, but that was a nice piece in it-self as well. The diary that they put in there from Daniel's knowledge was a nice touch since it gave information on a previous planet that they went to and then the issue with dealing with the loss of a few allies like the mention of Narim and that ambassador that was killed a few weeks earlier was a nice touch as well. All in all I recommend this one to any who like the show.
Worse than a history lecture!.......2006-11-12
Don't get me wrong I like Daniel...But reading chapter after chapter of Whitelaws having him prattle on was just TOO much. Knowledge of a subject is great, but doesn't make for an intersting novel. Way to much info. The story was disjointed and I didn't believe her character portrayals of SG-1. Boring! The two Honor books were 5 stars.
Exactly what I was looking for.......2006-02-26
I'm actually extremely pleased with this novel, and found myself immensely entertained. I suspect this is in good part because I am both prepared and capable of distinguishing history from science fiction.
As a student of meso-American culture, I can state that no culture remains fixed throughout time. The Aztec culture exists today in a totally different way than it existed in the tenth century. Once one then takes this culture into a purely fictional framework, off to another planet, and twisted it to suit the machinations of a Go'auld that itself was considered an atrocious creature even by Ra's standards, it is most certainly going to be gruesome and differ from the Aztecs of past that some textbooks portray in an idealized light. As to the chocolate, of course it was never produced as candy bars, but I chuckled at the way it cleverly connected Quetzalcoatl to O'Neill. The author has taken genuine research, married it to mythology and come up with an excellent and original plot.
I automatically suspend my disbelief when I read novels like these. They are a fun detour from the real world, and I see them purely for their entertainment value. Since the series itself takes us all on an excursion from reality every week, I would have personally been disappointed if this book had attempted to foster upon us something else. Equally, I am pleased that the author did not over-simply an intriguing story.
Whether one could possibly stand so close to volcanoes without being cooked - based on the extraordinary images on her website, it appears the author had no trouble with such encounters in real life!
As to characterizations, I was gratified to note that the author dealt with them in a mature and insightful manner. I enjoyed the way each team member was presented - more so in this novel than in others from this particular series.
I would liked to have seen a longer story, as I feel the end was somewhat short and that some scenes could have been fleshed out more, but again, this was in keeping with the series which is of course subject to the restrictions of time. No doubt the publisher must have an upper word limit for similar reasons as the show's producers have a time limit. I understand that MGM approves of each novel and therefore, feel quite comfortable in reading it as canon. Having said that, as with everything else about this novel, it has remained very faithful to the series. For all of those reasons, I'm giving it five stars and would highly recommend it. I'm looking forward to this author's treatment of the spinoff Atlantis series.
Book Description
Their darkest hour may be their last when they go after the NID.
Customer Reviews:
Best Stargate Author Yet.......2007-09-02
I read the first few Stargate SG-1 novels that were released and almost never picked up another one. The author wrote from the movie and just never seemed to connect to her story. Ms. Bauer is obviously a fan of the television series. I thought the characters were right on target. A really well done novel, and I hope to read more from her.
direct opinions .......2007-05-24
This one was a good one since the time-line took place between the season 5 episodes " The Fifth Guy, Right of Passage,The Menace, and Meridian" so they gave further information on their encounter with another system lord and the NID rep that replaced their biggest enemy in the first 3 seasons. I'd say that the only problem with this one was the need to create a further scape-goat in this one not to mention creating a six-way story line between the main characters and turning Fraiser into the victim was a good idea, but they took that one a little to far by the end of the story and it started getting annoying after a little while. But this was a very good story and I recommend it to any who like the show.
SG1 must read.......2007-05-12
Fast paced. A must read for stargate fans who need more of an SG1 fix.
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