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Summary: Good sequel effort
Review: "Ties of Power" is a good sequel to "A Thousand Words for Stranger." The addition of more humor from Huido and the interaction between humans and the Drapsk was well done. I also liked the very antagonistic attitude Sira had toward most of the other Clan members -- especially her father.I don't think this book is quite up to the standard of her first book, though. It's longer, which is OK, I guess, and adds in lots of interesting things (the Drapsk, her cousin Barac's problems finding a woman get more airplay, her female cousin what's her name's relationship problems), but it doesn't focus as well as "A Thousand Words for Stranger," either. Still, it's a very good book, and it was an interesting read. I'd recommend it to others, but only if they read it in sequence. Otherwise, this book would not make much sense.
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Summary: Really liked it. I'm becoming a fan
Review: "Ties of Power" is a good sequel to "A Thousand Words for Stranger." The addition of more humor from Huido and the interaction between humans and the Drapsk was well done. I also liked the very antagonistic attitude Sira had toward most of the other Clan members -- especially her father. I don't think this book is quite up to the standard of her first book, though. It's longer, which is OK, I guess, and adds in lots of interesting things (the Drapsk, her cousin Barac's problems finding a woman get more airplay, her female cousin what's her name's relationship problems), but it doesn't focus as well as "A Thousand Words for Stranger," either. Still, it's a very good book, and it was an interesting read. I'd recommend it to others, but only if they read it in sequence. Otherwise, this book would not make much sense.
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Summary: Good sequel effort
Review: "Ties of Power" is a good sequel to "A Thousand Words for Stranger." The addition of more humor from Huido and the interaction between humans and the Drapsk was well done. I also liked the very antagonistic attitude Sira had toward most of the other Clan members -- especially her father. I don't think this book is quite up to the standard of her first book, though. It's longer, which is OK, I guess, and adds in lots of interesting things (the Drapsk, her cousin Barac's problems finding a woman get more airplay, her female cousin what's her name's relationship problems), but it doesn't focus as well as "A Thousand Words for Stranger," either. Still, it's a very good book, and it was an interesting read. I'd recommend it to others, but only if they read it in sequence. Otherwise, this book would not make much sense.
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Summary: Not Really
Review: A bit too 'cutesy' and the plotline seemed too obviously manipulated around the author's desired direction of the romance. I found it hard to sympathise with any of the characters as they were rather 2-dimensional and had no real depth or personality at all. I found myself getting a bit annoyed with the 'little quirks' that were introduced. A few mysteries and revelations kept things going however - I wouldn't have minded a bit more focus on that. I got book 3 at the same time as this one, but I don't think I can be bothered to read it.
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Summary: Adding humor to the series
Review: Czerneda's second book in the Trade Pact Universe series adds charming humor to her already engaging writing style. This book continues to develop the relationship between Captain Morgan and Sira, as well as further developing the supporting cast introduced in the first book. Perhaps most interesting is the discovery that the Clan do not hold exclusive hold over all they believe, and in fact know much less then they believe. A worthy sequel to "A Thousand Words . . ." and with the series done, there's no reason to wait. Buy all three and read them one after the other - the only way to read a series.
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Summary: Adding humor to the series
Review: Czerneda's second book in the Trade Pact Universe series adds charming humor to her already engaging writing style. This book continues to develop the relationship between Captain Morgan and Sira, as well as further developing the supporting cast introduced in the first book. Perhaps most interesting is the discovery that the Clan do not hold exclusive hold over all they believe, and in fact know much less then they believe. A worthy sequel to "A Thousand Words . . ." and with the series done, there's no reason to wait. Buy all three and read them one after the other - the only way to read a series.
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Summary: Not as good as the first book
Review: I bought my copy of this sequel to "A Thousand Words for Stranger" as soon as it was available on Amazon.com because the first book was so excellent (and, incidentally, Czerneda's other book, "Beholder's Eye" was even better). However I have not been able to plow my way through this one; it just doesn't scintillate the way the two earlier books do. The Drapski (alien race) are really well done and demonstrate Czerneda's knowledge of biology and evolution, but her two main characters, Sira and Morgan, just don't click the way they did before. My advice is, if you haven't read any Czerneda yet, start with the first books and skip this one. And let's hope she does write a sequel to "Beholder's Eye."
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Summary: You Had Me At Hello - Well, "Memories" I Guess.
Review: I have read a lot of sci-fi. I rarely find myself able to read a series beyond the first book, however Ties Of Power changes that. Having read book #1, A Thousand Words For Stranger, I find that Ties actually does what few other sequels do...it expands on the characters. This plot fits in perfectly and smoothly with that of Thousand, picking up where the last left off, and filling in some of the blanks that had me curious. The characters have a whole new role to play from last time, and they play it well. Best of all, we get to go into the characters' pasts, and unlike some authors methods of doing so, this is an engrossing trip, through flashbacks mostly, which goes into great depth in describing those characters' past lives, what it was that made them who thay are. And who doesn't love the Drapsk! One of the more peculiar races I have ever read about, yet brought almost to life through their actions and many peculiarities which only Julie Czerneda seems to be able to bring out in a character. Rarely have I seen a universe so well wrought, not to mention a race so vibrant in their realism. Definitely a must read. And, though this novel can be read by itself without having done so, I do recommend reading A Thousand Words For Stranger first so as to get deeper understanding of what is going on.
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Summary: Really liked it. I'm becoming a fan
Review: I loved this story. It's a little overly romantic, but the characters are a lot of fun. Very space opera, with twists and turns throughout. I found it hard to put down. Stayed up too late. Love the Drapsk.
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Summary: Wonderful and Engrossing
Review: I was fortunate enough to read both books in a row. I loved both of them - especially this one. I found the characters very engaging, especially the Drapsk, and the story fascinating and almost believable. I am a recent convert to Science Fiction, and still need a story that is engrossing and moving. I also found the wry humor a definite plus. I sure do hope there is another book coming in this series, and soon.
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