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thepattyshack's review
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
This book was fine.
Being a Novella it is hard to gauge.
The core structure and story were a fun, interesting, mysterious time, but more of a proof of concept before a greater novel.
I stand by the opinion that Martin should stick to writing his ASOIAF series (out of selfishness cause I want it finished!!!), but it was interesting reading something different, and I am intrigued enough to watch the NETFLIX adaptation.
Being a Novella it is hard to gauge.
The core structure and story were a fun, interesting, mysterious time, but more of a proof of concept before a greater novel.
I stand by the opinion that Martin should stick to writing his ASOIAF series (out of selfishness cause I want it finished!!!), but it was interesting reading something different, and I am intrigued enough to watch the NETFLIX adaptation.
tiagombp's review against another edition
3.0
Premissa bem interessante; história, nem tanto; personagens, quase nada.
Tá certo que é uma novella, uma forma naturalmente mais ligeira, e terror não é exatamente my cup of tea... Mas por ser também uma história de ficção científica, adaptada para a TV, e escrita pelo George, may his beard grow ever longer, eu confesso que esperava mais.
Tá certo que é uma novella, uma forma naturalmente mais ligeira, e terror não é exatamente my cup of tea... Mas por ser também uma história de ficção científica, adaptada para a TV, e escrita pelo George, may his beard grow ever longer, eu confesso que esperava mais.
bmg20's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars
Short Summary: A group of individuals set out on a scientific expedition to uncover the mysteries of an alien race but along the way, an alien presence makes itself known and the group is fighting for their lives while trying to figure out if this is the same alien presence that they sought.
Thoughts: This novella has an impressive concept but the wide cast of characters that went without proper development and the strange focus on the sex lives of these 9 individuals was needless and I would’ve much preferred more details on the mysterious alien race instead.
Verdict: Nightflyers is a very unsettling little read and I’m very much looking forward to the visual aspects of bringing this novella to life on the small screen.
Short Summary: A group of individuals set out on a scientific expedition to uncover the mysteries of an alien race but along the way, an alien presence makes itself known and the group is fighting for their lives while trying to figure out if this is the same alien presence that they sought.
Thoughts: This novella has an impressive concept but the wide cast of characters that went without proper development and the strange focus on the sex lives of these 9 individuals was needless and I would’ve much preferred more details on the mysterious alien race instead.
Verdict: Nightflyers is a very unsettling little read and I’m very much looking forward to the visual aspects of bringing this novella to life on the small screen.
lord_schorschl's review
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
pleasejustletmeread's review against another edition
3.0
This is not a GREAT story. It is a decent story, maybe even good.
The story is ressonably easy to read and comprehed for the adult reader, but lacks background and motives to several characters, though it follow patterns and is true to characteristica to both the science fiction genre and the horror genre.
The story is ressonably easy to read and comprehed for the adult reader, but lacks background and motives to several characters, though it follow patterns and is true to characteristica to both the science fiction genre and the horror genre.
anomandrewrake's review against another edition
3.0
Overall 3/5 (I liked it fine)
Elevator Pitch:
In the far future, a ship captained by a mysterious recluse takes a crew in search of the mysterious volcryn. As the journey continues, frightening events happen with more regularity.
Specifics:
Really strong opening paragraph. Short and sweet. Really frightening. Gorgeous illustration. Some of the stuff was sci-fi-y to the point of cringe for me, but other than that, not much to say.
Elevator Pitch:
In the far future, a ship captained by a mysterious recluse takes a crew in search of the mysterious volcryn. As the journey continues, frightening events happen with more regularity.
Specifics:
Really strong opening paragraph. Short and sweet. Really frightening. Gorgeous illustration. Some of the stuff was sci-fi-y to the point of cringe for me, but other than that, not much to say.
mechplaysgames's review against another edition
3.0
Fast paced Sci-fi/Horror story that reminds me of Event Horizon without the demonic influence. Kept me entertained, I wish there was more to understand about this world though. I feel like this could be a side story to a very interesting Sci-Fi series if Martin desired. I'd love to know more about the alien species described in the book as well as how humanity got to where they are. Otherwise, this is an entertaining book that is easy to finish and I found myself wanting more by the end.
kittymamers's review against another edition
3.0
selline kergendus - lugeda midagi GRRMilt, mis ei ole tuhat kakssada neliteist lehekülge pikk. ja mõõkade-mantlite asemel ikka konkreetne kosmoseulme - laevad ja skafandrid ja kauged tähed ja tulnukad. aga laibaloendur läheb siingi kohe üsna vurinal käima ja ses mõttes klassikaline õudukas, et aru ei saa, kes tapab, aga pole kindel, et lõpuks lugejagi ellu jääb. (ma napilt jäin, kuigi nagu ikka ulme lühivormide puhul, jäi mulle lõpus üht-teist segaseks.)
jorgefernandez's review against another edition
4.0
Quizá un tanto más irregular que [b:Retratos de los hijos|48739984|Retratos de los hijos|George R.R. Martin|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1573316476l/48739984._SY75_.jpg|1394273] pero, aún así, de un nivel sobresaliente.
littlebluebirdie's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gore and Death
Moderate: Sexual content