Rating: Summary: "Battlestar Galactica: The Second Coming" Part 1 Review: "Greetings! There's been a cylon civil war. A newer, and more lethal species of cylons has emerged, and only I can lead you to safety!" Baltar said.That is an excerpt from Richard Hatch's magnificent trailer production, spoken by the late John Colicos himself. This book trilogy is none other than the foundation for that trailer. Book one sets up the story twenty years after the destruction of the colonies, with the crisis of Adama's death and the struggle for power in the fleet. And there's the return of Count Iblis in the mix. All in all, I enjoyed this book. Sure, there are a few details that aren't correct, as some other reviewers have pointed out, and some inconsistencies, which is why it only gets 4 out of 5 stars from me. But as William Shatner said before, "Get a life!" I'm joking, btw, no offense intended. :) It's a great read for Battlestar Galactica fans who've felt cheated by Galactica 1980 for the past 21 years. It's the return of Battlestar Galactica that should have been. I liked the mix of the original generation with the new generation. Reminds me of Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan. If you are a fan of the original, pick it up. It's worth a read. --Ken
Rating: Summary: Have any of the reviewers SEEN Battlestar Galactica? Review: I have to admit being stunned at the plethora of 4 and 5 star reviews for this cretinous mess of a novel. Have any of you ever WATCHED Battlestar Galactica? To paraphrase a line from Lloyd Bentsen, I've watched Battlestar Galactica, and this is NOT Battlestar Galactica. Hatch has produced a book that aggrandizes his character at the expense of all the others, and in addition is riddled with stupid mistakes of fact (Rigel a man, Omega elderly, etc etc etc), spelling errors (he can't even spell "felgercarb," for sagan's sake!), and various irritants including his horrible racist "only the pure blood of Kobol can rule" concept. Richard is a pathetic man trying desperately to revive a failed acting career. Go watch the series and don't buy this piece of trash; it will only encourage him further.
Rating: Summary: An Absolute Treat! Review: I am a fan of Battlestar Galactica. This novel perfectly recaptures the feel of the show with a masterfully written plot, more details to the beloved characters of the series. Even Baltar is back. The action is brilliantly vivid and exciting. And the ending is just right. I definitely want to read the sequels.
Rating: Summary: Battlestar Galatica Armageddon Review: Battlestar Galatica Armageddon is one of the best books I have read in long time , this book was written by Richard Hatch and Mr Golden it contiues where the tv serial left before battlestar Galatica 1980 it starts where Starbuck has been lost , it a true Battlestar Galatica story I recommend any fan of this Tv show will love the book.
Rating: Summary: Sci-Fi Thrill Ride Review: Battlestar Galactica:Armageddon is to sci-fi reading what Indiana Jones was to movies; non-stop excitement and action. Multiple subplots are masterfully woven into the story for edge of the seat suspense. Wishing that the BG series could go on? Here's what you've been waiting for! If you buy even one book this year, make it this one!
Rating: Summary: If you liked the show, you'll love this book! Review: It's been a long time since I've read a fictional novel, but this book was everything I'd hoped for! I wanted to see a new episode or miniseries of BG and that is what I got! Decent plot, fun to read and a surprise ending! If you are a Galactica fan I highly reccoment this book! I will now get it's sequel!
Rating: Summary: Great Continuation of the Saga Review: Reading this book was like visiting with friends I hadn't seen in a while. The characters had grown and changed -- something that is bound to happen after 18 years -- and yet they were still the same people at the core that we got to know on the television series. I would have found the story interesting even if I wasn't aleady a Battlestar Galactica fan. Now that I read this book, I'm looking forward to reading the sequel.
Rating: Summary: Armageddon Review: Excellent reading. Richard Hatch has stayed true to the original premise of Battlestar Galactica. One cannot help but empathize with the characters, old and new. As well, the plot is well developed. I cannot wait for the next book!
Rating: Summary: I don't care what anyone says THIS BOOK ROCKS! Review: I thought this book wouldn't be that good because of the reviews on the site. BUT they were wrong! I like this book because it has alot of adventure! and flying vipers, I always love reading about flying in space battles, and the pure excitement! this book is in no way borring! I missed out for about a year when I didn't read this book. SO DON'T YOU MISS OUT and order this book right now! buy some excitment!
Rating: Summary: LOVED BATTLESTAR GALACTICA, THIS BOOK WAS OK Review: I have missed the tv series Battlestar Galactica for quite some time.Thanks to Amazon.com, I have been able to view the series through the several videos offered. That is when I discovered this book. If Richard Hatch had concentrated more on the Cylons and the humans struggle with these demons, and less on his "Use the Force Apollo", this would have been a far better read. The book was also a bit immature at times. I think Richard Hatch takes himself and his character far too seriously. And yes, I will buy the next one. Why? It will hopefully continue the story and have less to do with the devil (Count Iblis) and the "Force".
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