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Summary: Outstanding
Review: For fans of DS9, this is a must! It continues the story seamlessly and you feel as if you are transported back to the Station with all the characters. You can actually visualize what would be happening, even with new scenes and characters. I couldn't put it down once I started. Glad I bought the second volume so I wouldn't have to wait to finish the episode. Looking forward to the next installment.
Rating:
Summary: A great continuation of DS9
Review: I absolutly loved this book. It is a Star Trek literary masterpeice. It picks up about 3 months after the end of the series with new characters and old favorites. There is action and adventure. I would recommend this to any one who watched the final season of DS9. I hope there is more to come.
Rating: 
Summary: Not as disappointed --
Review: I actually enjoyed the books, finding them to be fast reads and entertaining. I'm not going to say they were great works of literature, but I felt them to be well put together.The main thing about it is that it goes into a very political and religious setting (no surprise there, this is a DS9 work). It does tend to throw the many different plots together somewhat quickly, going from one instance to another, but I love getting to see the old and new characters interact in the manner that Perry has written. If there is one thing I enjoyed more than anything else about this book and its second is that Perry nailed the characters down to a "T". And anyone who doesn't like a few misplaced quotes or commas may have a few places to grab their pens and start writing in the margins where the editors messed up. Other than that, I think it's a nice book to follow to see how Perry feels these characters deal with the aftermath of the war and the loss of Sisko. But, if you don't like a story with some parts longer than more diserving sections, then . . . i don't know. I'm not a writer, so I probably couldn't do any better. Give it a shot . . .
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Summary: It sparkles!
Review: I believe that Stephani gives us a taste of the new direction the makers of ST are engaging. Do we love it? Yes, definitely yes. She describes the thoughts of Kira, Ro, Ezri, Julian and the others in such a magnificent way that I had the impression to live inside them as I was reading along. I guess that some people will be shocked by this new vision but they better get used to it for there is no way back after this compelling story full of action, mystery, intimate revelations and twists and turns. We want more of this, a lot more. We want to know how Kira will cope with her fate. How will that old Jem'Hadar fit in on DS9? We want to read about the adventures of Vaughn and Ezri on the brink of exploring the Gamma Quadrant and poor Jake...what is going on in the Wormhole? Please hurry, write...write... Special congratulations also to the graphic artists.. The new look is superb!
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Summary: Necessary for DS9 Relaunch. Really a Buildup for Book 2.
Review: I found that much of this book was a buildup for Book 2. Not that that's a bad thing, but it was what I deem a "necessary introduction" for the DS9 Relaunch. The characterization is good, but not as complete or rounded as in the Reeves-Stevenses' Millenium trilogy (a must read!). The book starts with a recap of important events from pre-DS9 (ie Occupation of Bajor, Orbs) to the finale where Odo, Worf (and Martok), Garak, O'Brien, Rom AND Sisko have all left DS9. I must say at first I wondered how a show (book, whatever) could proceed with a) Kira in charge; b) only Ezri, Bashir, Kira, Jake and Nog and Quark (who is spot on perfect btw) left from the original cast (oh and Yates). But surprisingly it works very well. The main reason for this is the introduction of some new characters. However, I deeply missed the interplays with Worf and especially Garak. And without O'Brien, Bashir is demeaned to the position of the relationship character with Ezri... The best part about the book I found is the solid character development for the new characters, but also Ezri and to some degree Kira (though she's still arrogant). Andorian Ensign ch'Thane is probably the most refreshing character. To delve into a new race is great fun, and Book 2 offers a lot more intrigue (and I'm assuming the Gamma books). Elias Vaughn. This guy rocks, I can't wait to read more about him. This 101 year old Starfleet veteran is going through a change of mindset and his introspection is fascinating. Lt. Ro Laren. She's there to take over Odo's position (which is funny cuz Kira loves Odo but dislikes Ro). Ro's arrivial bugged me for several reasons. Understand I think it is brilliant to have her on DS9, but she's very poorly introduced. First, the information in the two Avatar books contradicts the Dominion War books and totally discredits all the awesome work she did with Picard during that time.. which WOULD have made sense as to why she was instated on DS9. Instead, some lame excuse about terrorist attacks against Dominion is given, and despite the Federation's (or Starfleet's) qualms about Ro and requests NOT to let her on DS9, Bajor goes against their wishes (which *should* harm their chances at Federation membership but surprise, doesn't) and puts her there anyways, for no real reason. But ignoring that, Ro has always been one of those characters you just love to get more of, and she's her typical rebellious self here, and it's grand! The Plot is very good. I especially like the idea surrounding the Jem'Hadar soldier. Jake loves his father as much as he did in "The Visitor", yet it seemed obvious to me that from his first reading of the Prophecy that he had probably misinterpretated it. If the author thought she was being sneaky, she was wrong. It was quite clear that Jake was being naive... or was he? The attack on the station is quite wonderful, and provides the bulk of the action. The murder investigation is nowhere as indepth as that from the Millenium trilogy.
The religious talk is nowhere as deep as that from the Millenium trilogy, but is still interesting. It really picks up more in Book 2 where Ro loses it. It is good to see why Ro opposes the Bajoran faith (which IS well explained). Also, don't let the cover fool you, this is a DS9 book, not a TNG book. Though Picard is in this book, he and the TNG crew do little, though Book 2 is a different story. Overall this book is a good read! I definetely had some problems with it, but once I forgave them reading it became quite interesting. I definetely wanted to read Book 2 right after (which I am doing) and am sure it will lead me to read all the Gamma books and subsequent Perry novels. All in all a good start for Season 8 of DS9!
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Summary: Necessary for DS9 Relaunch. Really a Buildup for Book 2.
Review: I found that much of this book was a buildup for Book 2. Not that that's a bad thing, but it was what I deem a "necessary introduction" for the DS9 Relaunch. The characterization is good, but not as complete or rounded as in the Reeves-Stevenses' Millenium trilogy (a must read!). The book starts with a recap of important events from pre-DS9 (ie Occupation of Bajor, Orbs) to the finale where Odo, Worf (and Martok), Garak, O'Brien, Rom AND Sisko have all left DS9. I must say at first I wondered how a show (book, whatever) could proceed with a) Kira in charge; b) only Ezri, Bashir, Kira, Jake and Nog and Quark (who is spot on perfect btw) left from the original cast (oh and Yates). But surprisingly it works very well. The main reason for this is the introduction of some new characters. However, I deeply missed the interplays with Worf and especially Garak. And without O'Brien, Bashir is demeaned to the position of the relationship character with Ezri... The best part about the book I found is the solid character development for the new characters, but also Ezri and to some degree Kira (though she's still arrogant). Andorian Ensign ch'Thane is probably the most refreshing character. To delve into a new race is great fun, and Book 2 offers a lot more intrigue (and I'm assuming the Gamma books). Elias Vaughn. This guy rocks, I can't wait to read more about him. This 101 year old Starfleet veteran is going through a change of mindset and his introspection is fascinating. Lt. Ro Laren. She's there to take over Odo's position (which is funny cuz Kira loves Odo but dislikes Ro). Ro's arrivial bugged me for several reasons. Understand I think it is brilliant to have her on DS9, but she's very poorly introduced. First, the information in the two Avatar books contradicts the Dominion War books and totally discredits all the awesome work she did with Picard during that time.. which WOULD have made sense as to why she was instated on DS9. Instead, some lame excuse about terrorist attacks against Dominion is given, and despite the Federation's (or Starfleet's) qualms about Ro and requests NOT to let her on DS9, Bajor goes against their wishes (which *should* harm their chances at Federation membership but surprise, doesn't) and puts her there anyways, for no real reason. But ignoring that, Ro has always been one of those characters you just love to get more of, and she's her typical rebellious self here, and it's grand! The Plot is very good. I especially like the idea surrounding the Jem'Hadar soldier. Jake loves his father as much as he did in "The Visitor", yet it seemed obvious to me that from his first reading of the Prophecy that he had probably misinterpretated it. If the author thought she was being sneaky, she was wrong. It was quite clear that Jake was being naive... or was he? The attack on the station is quite wonderful, and provides the bulk of the action. The murder investigation is nowhere as indepth as that from the Millenium trilogy.
The religious talk is nowhere as deep as that from the Millenium trilogy, but is still interesting. It really picks up more in Book 2 where Ro loses it. It is good to see why Ro opposes the Bajoran faith (which IS well explained). Also, don't let the cover fool you, this is a DS9 book, not a TNG book. Though Picard is in this book, he and the TNG crew do little, though Book 2 is a different story. Overall this book is a good read! I definetely had some problems with it, but once I forgave them reading it became quite interesting. I definetely wanted to read Book 2 right after (which I am doing) and am sure it will lead me to read all the Gamma books and subsequent Perry novels. All in all a good start for Season 8 of DS9!
Rating:
Summary: Excellent!!
Review: I haven't been this excited about Deep Space Nine in a long time. Reading this book makes me wish the series was still on the air to explore the post-Dominion War era. I particularly like CDR Vaughn and can't wait for his continued development. Although there is a lot of history behind the story, this is still a good start for new DS9 readers.
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Summary: Buy both books at the same time
Review: I made the mistake of only purchasing Book 1 and had to wait before I could put another order to get book 2. As an avid DS9'er, I was thrilled to discover the series is continued in books and I was not disappointed. Quark lovers will definately enjoy this book.
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Summary: Great story
Review: I really enjoyed Avatar - I thought I would miss familiar characters, but the author did a great job introducing new ones. I especially like the addition of the Jem Ha'dar and Commander Vaughn. Was disappointed with the Jake Sisko angle, but still looking forward to the next DS9 book.
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Summary: Read 3 books in 4 days. lol (A record for me)
Review: I really enjoyed Avatar book one and two, and, the section 31 book that followed. I had just happened apon the Section 31 book earlier last week in a bookstore, thought it looked interresting and read it on and off over a day. The storyline was engaging and understandable enough with out avatar, but, there were things going on I didn't understand.. like Jake disappearing and how Ro ended up on Deep Space 9. It was like I missed an episode of the TV show. lol That's when I noticed (on the back cover) there was avatar that was supposed to go before the section 31 book. Anyway... I bought both of them and read them in two days flat. That's a major accomplishment for me as I have a small child - I'd read during naps and when playing with daddy. These books were a really fast read and were true to the characters already established in DS9 and TNG. Also, it was really great to see the mix of those two series. I've always thought someone should have done more to blend the two somehow. I"m giving the book 5 stars even if the epilogue read somewhat disconnected. Maybe the author wanted the book to be an obvious cliffhanger? (Hey.. what can I say...Empire Strikes Back was my favorite Star Wars movie. hehe) Well, it worked! Now I"m eagerly awaiting the next DS9 books to come out.
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