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heysunbee's review
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
My first introduction to the genre was the movie Star Trek (2009) so my knowledge of the characters' behaviors for the franchise wasn't the classic Enterprise Crew. The Kirk I knew was snarky and humorous and a wild card, influenced by his care for his friends and his crew but knows when and where to lash out when needed. The Spock was monotonous and somehow more human in emotion rather than expression.
I felt like that I had to prove that I really loved the franchise by getting to know its roots. Nobody was gatekeeping me in any way but I simply felt like I needed to prove my credibility.
I really tried to get into the tv shows but it's just too slow-paced for me. I think watching them requires a certain nostalgia and dedication because, by today's standards, the stories and effects were a little distracting or predictable. I feel like I'll be crucified by the original Star Trek fans for saying this but there were plenty of times were I wanted to watch the show in 2x speed on Netflix.
It's unfair to the producers of the work and the actors that I'll treat their creation like that so I looked for alternatives. Thankfully, we have the short stories from the tv shows which I really like. I'm glad I could see the lore and go with the Enterprise crew on their adventures without the need to watch each episode.
The work isn't exemplary by any chance but if you're a Star Trek fan, these short stories help to paint the universe with clear images of their adventures and discoveries. You see small self-contained stories in an easy to digest format. That's it for me!
If I were to rank the stories, it would be How Sharper Than A Serpent's Tooth > Practical Joker > Albatross. The third story was pretty cool because they re-imagined gods but as a space-faring race. Practical Joker had stakes that were actually a threat to all of their lives and I feel like that idea had more potential if they chose to expound what they had. Albatross seemed a little too deus ex machine for my taste but it wasn't bad, just not up my alley.
Should you read this? I feel like it's good to try but don't expect this to be your next bible on the series; think of it as short stories with varying levels of lore and consistency in quality. If you love Star Trek or the original tv series, this is a good way to revisit them without actually watching the show.
Final Rating ⭐⭐⭐3 stars for all the vibes!
I felt like that I had to prove that I really loved the franchise by getting to know its roots. Nobody was gatekeeping me in any way but I simply felt like I needed to prove my credibility.
I really tried to get into the tv shows but it's just too slow-paced for me. I think watching them requires a certain nostalgia and dedication because, by today's standards, the stories and effects were a little distracting or predictable. I feel like I'll be crucified by the original Star Trek fans for saying this but there were plenty of times were I wanted to watch the show in 2x speed on Netflix.
It's unfair to the producers of the work and the actors that I'll treat their creation like that so I looked for alternatives. Thankfully, we have the short stories from the tv shows which I really like. I'm glad I could see the lore and go with the Enterprise crew on their adventures without the need to watch each episode.
The work isn't exemplary by any chance but if you're a Star Trek fan, these short stories help to paint the universe with clear images of their adventures and discoveries. You see small self-contained stories in an easy to digest format. That's it for me!
If I were to rank the stories, it would be How Sharper Than A Serpent's Tooth > Practical Joker > Albatross. The third story was pretty cool because they re-imagined gods but as a space-faring race. Practical Joker had stakes that were actually a threat to all of their lives and I feel like that idea had more potential if they chose to expound what they had. Albatross seemed a little too deus ex machine for my taste but it wasn't bad, just not up my alley.
Should you read this? I feel like it's good to try but don't expect this to be your next bible on the series; think of it as short stories with varying levels of lore and consistency in quality. If you love Star Trek or the original tv series, this is a good way to revisit them without actually watching the show.
Final Rating ⭐⭐⭐3 stars for all the vibes!
katie_king's review against another edition
2.0
"Adapted from the animated series created by Gene Roddenbury."
AKA Star Trek Slog Six. The episodes are getting more far-fetched, more cartoonish. What did I expect from the novelization of an animated series?
AKA Star Trek Slog Six. The episodes are getting more far-fetched, more cartoonish. What did I expect from the novelization of an animated series?
xebec's review
2.0
lololol to my great shame this accompanied me in audiobook format to LA and back
it is entirely possible I just wanted to hear ZQ say live long and prosper yet again
it is entirely possible I just wanted to hear ZQ say live long and prosper yet again
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