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Summary: Basically a good story that needs polish
Review: The Rising has a fairly well executed plot, with twists and turns that keep you guessing how things will work out. The protagonist, Peter Raeder is a likable sort, as are his shipmates (if not likeable, believeable). However, if you've never read S.M. Stirling's work before, don't judge him by this novel. Read his Island in the Sea of Time or Domination of the Draka, to get a handle on what he can do with a story.There were several things about the book that I found to be amateurish. The story is set on a military space ship, but the dialog and references show a lack of knowledge of military jargon, particularly the way people address each other. Since Stirling has written accurately about military situations in his other books, I have to say the book wasn't well edited. James Doohan should also have some understanding of military conduct from his role on the original Star Trek. There were also a few places were it was difficult to follow the characters. However, on the whole the story is a good one. The motivations of the characters are natural and well thought out, and the plot has plenty of twists and turns to keep you guessing. However, the book could have used a bit more editing before it was published.
Rating: 
Summary: Outstanding
Review: This an outstanding debut for Mr. Doohan. I liked the story, and the sarcastic humor of the protagonist made me laugh out loud a few times. It was also quite interesting to read a military science fiction story told from the perspective of someone in a non-combat role.
Rating:
Summary: Outstanding
Review: This an outstanding debut for Mr. Doohan. I liked the story, and the sarcastic humor of the protagonist made me laugh out loud a few times. It was also quite interesting to read a military science fiction story told from the perspective of someone in a non-combat role.
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Summary: Very good book, I loved it
Review: This book is very good, it is what I expected from the Chief Engineer of the Enterprise. "Computer... show me the Enterprise, no A, no B, no C, and no bloody D!", and the great S.M. Sterling, whose Forgotten Realms books were great. I liked this book so much that I read it Twice, it is not somthing I usually do, but I could not wait for the next one to come out so I read it again. I felt for the characters, and was suprised at who the Mollie spy was. Can you tell me when the next one will be out? Tom
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