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Summary: Kosh + Galen = Good Book!
Review: Ah...my two favorite characters in the same book...unfortunately, I've only read the exerpt, but from what I read, this book rivals the New Frontier saga in complexity, quality of writing, and interest factor! From the very beginning I was routing for Galen, who's struggles are not unlike that of Kaylenn (see link: http://s2.invisionfree.com/Star_Trek_Galaxy). I can't wait to get the book and read on, and obviously the first two are required reads.
Live Long & Prosper,
TGN/Drakonis/Lunch
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Summary: A must have for every fan
Review: As a die hard fan from B5 I find that all three trilogies (Bester, Centaury and Technomages) would deserve a set of films itself by its own merits. What a dream!All Technomages trilogy is got a very dark tone and it gets even darker in this book towards (I never tought it was possible but, get my word, it is). Tie-ins to many events that took place along B5 series and some that make a jump point to Crusade's Gallen and his relation to Capt.Gideon. A must have for every fan but I wouldn't recommend it (the trilogy) to be read before watching the series, it could spoil some points in the main plot.
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Summary: Average conclusion for a very good series
Review: I really liked the first two books in this series, which were amongst the best of the various Babylon 5 books. The last entry looses it a bit though, lavishing a lot of time on a simple re-telling of several episodes from the show, and lacking a solid payoff for all the good work in the previous two volumes. This book kept me hooked, thinking "hey, not much is happening, but the tension is mounting, we've got to hit the payoff soon ...", but the final resolution of the Galen's internal conflicts is a serious let-down, more of a slight-of-hand really, a trick befitting a techno-mage who realised she had painted herself into a corner. I suspect any Babylon 5 fan who has read and enjoyed the first two books in the series (as I did) will read this one, and it's certainly not nearly as disappointing as Keyes' "Final Reckoning", but there was really only sufficient material here for two books and Cavelos would have done well to leave it at that.
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Summary: Technomancy, friend or foe?
Review: I really must say Jeane Cavelos series Passing of the Techno-Mages is a page turner. I thought the character devlopement during the three books series is great. These books give a greater insight to the great war, "Shadow war". I feel that every B5 fan should pick this book series up. I am positive that fans of Babylon 5 and Crusade will not be disapointed. Very well writen.
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Summary: One of the best science fiction trilogies I have read
Review: I wish I knew where Jeanne Cavelos learned to weave such wonderful tales, and I would send all potential science fiction authors to drink from the same well of wisdom. 'B5: The Passing of the Techno-Mages' trilogy is probably one of the finest science fiction works I read this past year, and having it as a tie-in to the Babylon 5 universe is an added bonus. And a 'tie-in' here is not just a reuse of characters created in the original series-it literally ties in to episodes that span the entire life of the series, in ways that are enlightening, entertaining and sometimes surprising. 'Invoking Darkness' picks up with the Shadow War raging, the Vorlon Kosh cut down on the B5 station, and the remaining techno-mages sequestered in their place of hiding. Seeds sown by Morden at the last techno-mage convocation several years previous have begun to come to fruition for the Shadows. Not only are Elizar and Razeel helping to wreak havoc wherever they can, some of the techno-mages at the hiding place now are beginning to think they should join the shadows as well. In an unexpected turn of events, Galen is given a mandate by the Circle to leave the hiding place and to locate and destroy the three people who threaten the techno-mages existence: Morden, Elizar, and Razeel. Unexpected revelations are made about Anna Sheridan in her role as shadow servant, the role of "the First One" Lorian, and the fate of Wierdan-the first techno-mage. This is a tale not only of revenge, redemption and good over evil-but a wonderful examination of the human condition through each characters motivations and subsequent actions. Filled with tension, suspense and adventure, 'Invoking Darkness' gets my highest recommendation.
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Summary: makes total sense
Review: If you watch Babylon 5 and read the books. This one i liked it gives the mini details they leave out of the TV show. And i happend to finish reading it while the re-runs of exact timeline was on. In a nutshell it makes perfect sense. a true Babylon 5 fan will know exactly what I am saying. the whole 3 part series was great.
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Summary: What a trilogy! Better than the Lord of the Rngs
Review: In this final piece of an incredible trilogy, we are exposed to all the final revelations that are introduced in the following books. It also gives a deeper perspective on how Sheridan was able to bomd Z'Ha'Dum which is an amazing tale in itself. Each book has an amazing revelation in it that blows away any Harry potter book even though I like the Happy Potter's very much. There is a twist that reveals a hidden truth that the reader was not even expecting. It is done with skillful legerdemain. I actually enjoyed these books more than the Lord of the Rings, and I LOVED the Lord of the Rings. If you like brilliant prose that is complex reading without having to strain you brain too much, then get all three as they are the most enjoyable books I have ever read. I finnished the trilogy in four days and that is over 1000 pages long. But don't pick the book up until you have a couple of days off as it could interfere with your job. In this book we start off with the Techno Mages in hidding. It sets a dark sence of death and insight into what it takes to develop the nessesary skills to become an effective and in control MAGE. The story starts about one and a half years after the last one ended and Galen is still not talking with Elric for what he did. You constantly tell Galen to smarten up and to give Elricc a chance but he does not. Elric gives some very insightful speaches as does Galen and Lorien says something that I will never forget, "It is difficult to live your entire life and find that your answers have not ended the questions, only changed them.' Absolutely brilliant. One thing that Jeanne does in these books better tha any other that I have read is that she follows a rule that Mark Twain stated about writing. "When you write, you should never preach overtly or teach overtly but you should preach covertly and teach covertly. Pick up and enjoy
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Summary: Knowledge and science, mystery and magic
Review: Jeanne Cavelos comes through with a stunning end to her "Passing of the Technomages" trilogy. Secrets first introduced in the first two books, Casting Shadows and Summoning Light, are brought to the surface and revealed; and Galen, the principal character, undergoes an unforgettable personal transformation. Character development has been one of the trademarks of the trilogy, and Invoking Darkness is no different. Not only are past questions about some of the characters answered, new ones are raised as a result, all with the ever-present Shadow war as a backdrop. For those who've read the first two books, Invoking Darkness is a sure must-read. If you're a newcomer to the Babylon 5 universe, this trilogy is an excellent starting point.
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Summary: More, please!
Review: Jeanne Cavelos has written a very fine trilogy on the passing of the technomages. The characters are fleshed out and believable. The plots are interesting, well-paced, and integrated into the B5 universe. There are some moments of philosophical and even theological reflection that I very much appreciate in a sci-fi novel. I don't care for mere bang-em-up alien zapping! Some folks complain that this third novel covers too much "old ground" from the series. Bravo, I say. It takes us into some very dramatic, intense, and poignant moments from a completely new perspective. I have always loved Kosh, and I especially like Ms. Cavellos' treatment of his involvement with the technomages and other events. When a book gives me an "aha!" moment when I think about my favorite characters and episodes from TV, it's done a great job. I hope Jeanne Kavellos does a follow-up based on Galen's later adventures in "Crusade," or perhaps turns her creativity to the time of Valen. More, please!
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Summary: Jeanne you pulled it off!!
Review: Jeanne, I put in a review of book 2 that you'd put Galen in such a shocking state that it was going to be nigh on impossible to get him out of there - well you managed it!! (just!). The magnitude of what Galen goes through at the end of the book would be enough to transform anybody's life/attitudes/perspective, it truly was as imaginative piece of fiction as you could come across. Furthermore the depth of writing and the insights into the Shadows, The Vorlens, the Technomages, plus Anna Sheridan,Lorien and Zha'ha'dum thrown in and you just have got to be amazed! I simply could not put this book down and am very disappointed now it's finished!! Please please write another B5 book Jeanne!!!!
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