Rating: 
Summary: A pleasure to read and a fine addition to the series.
Review: Daniel Keys Moran is an insightful and creative storyteller
who combines a beautifully detailed universe with a hard, gritty, fast paced future filled with political, societal,
and technological uncertainties and dilemmas.
Moran's style of writing satifies the classic SciFi fan while it entertains and enthuses those with the borderline post apocalyptic bent of Blade Runner and the Cyberpunk genres.
_The_Last_Dancer_ is the fourth book in the Continuing Time
saga falling in line a couple years after the events of
_The_Long_Run_ (a masterful piece ISBN 0-553-28144-5).
The story details the events in the life of Denice Castanaveras, a genetically engineered telepath and daughter
of the notorious David Castanaveras (_Emerald_Eyes_). It is
2076, 14 years after she was believed to have been murdered
in the massacre of "genies".
The TriCentennial Fourth of July is approaching in an occupied America held together by the iron rule of the French led UN. Denice finds herself poised to alter the
events of the burgeoning rebellion, and the only person able to halt or help the ambitions of the mysterious and charismatic Reb leader Sedon.
Rating:
Summary: A pleasure to read and a fine addition to the series.
Review: Daniel Keys Moran is an insightful and creative storytellerwho combines a beautifully detailed universe with a hard, gritty, fast paced future filled with political, societal, and technological uncertainties and dilemmas. Moran's style of writing satifies the classic SciFi fan while it entertains and enthuses those with the borderline post apocalyptic bent of Blade Runner and the Cyberpunk genres. _The_Last_Dancer_ is the fourth book in the Continuing Time saga falling in line a couple years after the events of _The_Long_Run_ (a masterful piece ISBN 0-553-28144-5). The story details the events in the life of Denice Castanaveras, a genetically engineered telepath and daughter of the notorious David Castanaveras (_Emerald_Eyes_). It is 2076, 14 years after she was believed to have been murdered in the massacre of "genies". The TriCentennial Fourth of July is approaching in an occupied America held together by the iron rule of the French led UN. Denice finds herself poised to alter the events of the burgeoning rebellion, and the only person able to halt or help the ambitions of the mysterious and charismatic Reb leader Sedon.
Rating: 
Summary: HOW COULD YOU CALL THIS LIFELESS!?!?
Review: I am one of the lucky ones. I stumbled across Emerald Eyes in a library in Cleveland the year it was published (1988). Since then I have included DKM as one of my must-read authors (Vernor Vinge, Neal Stephenson, David Brin, Dean Ing, W.T. Quick, Ken Macleod & sometimes Bruce Sterling being the others). Someday, someone will inherit my library - so watch the obituaries in 2060. Anyhow, the dearth of good science (or speculative) fiction these days has forced me into rereading my collection. After a span of eight years, I read the Last Dancer again last week... I had forgotten much of the detail and my opinion of the book has changed now that I am older - it is every bit as good as the prior novels, just different in tone. I don't know the details, but it seems a tragedy befell DKM during the writing of this book. That, and the work he has done since makes me wonder if we will see the balance of this epic story arc. Dan, if you're out there - you're one of the best, if you are going to do another, do it right and take however much time you need...
Rating:
Summary: Still good after all these years...
Review: I am one of the lucky ones. I stumbled across Emerald Eyes in a library in Cleveland the year it was published (1988). Since then I have included DKM as one of my must-read authors (Vernor Vinge, Neal Stephenson, David Brin, Dean Ing, W.T. Quick, Ken Macleod & sometimes Bruce Sterling being the others). Someday, someone will inherit my library - so watch the obituaries in 2060. Anyhow, the dearth of good science (or speculative) fiction these days has forced me into rereading my collection. After a span of eight years, I read the Last Dancer again last week... I had forgotten much of the detail and my opinion of the book has changed now that I am older - it is every bit as good as the prior novels, just different in tone. I don't know the details, but it seems a tragedy befell DKM during the writing of this book. That, and the work he has done since makes me wonder if we will see the balance of this epic story arc. Dan, if you're out there - you're one of the best, if you are going to do another, do it right and take however much time you need...
Rating:
Summary: This book is a must read! All books after strive to compare.
Review: I have read SF for 17 years and I have never read a book that captivated me as much as this one has. I read it twice and that was a first for me! I find myself checking the bookstore for any other releases by Daniel Keys Moran. This book has history going back thousands of years, well propelling you to the future. It offers intrigue, mystery, honor, loyalty, self-exploration and personal growth. Temptation is the seed of imagination and this book bears the fruit with visions of the evolutionary possibilities awaiting us. It grabs your attention and interest from the first pages with alien gods, banished immortal assassins and the struggle of those tasked with guarding them on their prison called earth. With the human race on the brink of our next step in evaluation, these captivating characters take you on an adventure you will never forget. This book is a SF MUST read. All books since have paled in comparison and I read it a year ago. Enjoy!!!
Rating:
Summary: Elegant and powerful Sci-Fi
Review: I've probably read thousands of sci-fi books, and this is my favorite. The story is told with a beautiful compelling prose, and contains ideas and images that will flow through your mind for years. Moran's other books are also good, but for me, this one was far and away the best. Something about the way Moran phrases things gives them a lyrical feeling. I can't quite describe it, but I sometimes find myself looking for a particular scene or phrase in the book, just to read it again.
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Summary: A worthy successor to arguably the most interesting series.
Review: If I had to sum the book up in one word, I'd select "meaty". There is a great deal of plot development, as well as a logical evolution of most of the characters in the very exciting "Continuing Time" milieu developed by DKM. The main setback to the book, however, is the inherent weakness of the main character, Denice Castanaveras. Whereas, in the previous novels, characters ranked "main", such as Trent, Mohammed Vance, at least two Artificial Intelligences, Jany McConnell, and Carl Castanaveras, among others, are as decisive as they are emotional, it becomes more difficult to identify with and cheer for Denice, who seems to be expecting a solution to provide itself for her. Bottom line -- definitely worth buying, but read the others first.
Rating:
Summary: A worthy successor to arguably the most interesting series.
Review: If I had to sum the book up in one word, I'd select "meaty". There is a great deal of plot development, as well as a logical evolution of most of the characters in the very exciting "Continuing Time" milieu developed by DKM. The main setback to the book, however, is the inherent weakness of the main character, Denice Castanaveras. Whereas, in the previous novels, characters ranked "main", such as Trent, Mohammed Vance, at least two Artificial Intelligences, Jany McConnell, and Carl Castanaveras, among others, are as decisive as they are emotional, it becomes more difficult to identify with and cheer for Denice, who seems to be expecting a solution to provide itself for her. Bottom line -- definitely worth buying, but read the others first.
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Summary: Incredible Detailed Plot Action
Review: Intricate detailed description of action. Many richly intriguing characters. All set to a stage of of an all too real future way of life. I fell in love with Denise and found new appreciation for martial arts and dancing. I could believe it was a religious book it seems so telling... and perhaps it is and we're all waiting for the next glimpse of truth. If you have quality ideals and a thrist for adventure and excellent charaters then "The Last Dancer is a Must Read" & "ReRead" & "ReRead". I heard the next book is very near being issued.. The background story of the Continuing Time is so good and far reaching I wish it continues. I have a very hard time understanding why a publisher will not support Daniel Keys Moran's work and future work. A loyal fan- Jefree Green
Rating:
Summary: Stunning!
Review: My well worn paperback of TLD says all that needs saying about this amazing book. I weep for the future of sci-fi/fantasy if TLD is not brought back into print. Dan: This story is a gem. Don't give up on us; we're not going anywhere.
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