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nivek1385's review
adventurous
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
djwudi's review
3.0
A fun, quick adventure with the Prodigy crew as they try to acquire a replacement part at a disreputable market, and Dal learns a bit more about command. The first of three middle-grade books released to tie into the show.
taaya's review
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
The characterisation seemed ... not off, as such, but as if it would rather belong to the crew before the Zero incident with both the Diviner and Gwen. Less mature than they were afterwards - even considering that they're kids.
(Also, hadn't they already decided, at that point, to try to reach Starfleet? So why didn't they go for the outpost?)
(Also, hadn't they already decided, at that point, to try to reach Starfleet? So why didn't they go for the outpost?)
Content Warnings
Minor: Confinement and Violence
archaeopterryx's review against another edition
4.0
I wish the target audience was a little older. But a good, quick story utilizing the best of new trek.
shortcub's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
vgdesigns's review
adventurous
funny
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Quite the Pickle
Cassandra Rose Clarke introduces a new generation to the wonders of Star Trek, in an original tie in novel. The crew of the Protostar find they need to replace their phase coils immediately or they will be unable to use their transporter safely. Except they need funds to buy a new one. The crew work together to find a solution, with plenty of hijinks and lessons in morality.
Cassandra Rose Clarke introduces all the characters of the show. During a routine check Engineer Jankom Pog finds their problem immediately, and Linguist Gwyndala’s (Gwyn) is quick to help out. The easygoing Captain Dal R’El finds it is important to ask the opinions of his crew on their mission, though his impulsive leadership leads them into trouble. Holographic Training Advisor Janeway advises them to be careful when making their decision. This crew also consists of the strong but anxious Security Officer Rok-Tahk, the very cautious Pilot Zero, and the cute mascot Murf.
All the crew’s disunified choices all fit within their histories, and personal feelings. Dal’s need to appear confident, Gwyn’s desire to experience new places, Jankom Pog’s boisterous curiosity, Rok-Tahk’s anxiety of the unknown, Zero’s fear of doing wrong, and Murf is just hungry. These all create quite a problem, which they need to work as a team to fix with a little trickery. In the end, the different crew member’s strengths balance each other’s weaknesses. Together they learn the importance of respecting each other’s wishes.
Cassandra Rose Clarke introduces a new generation to the wonders of Star Trek, in an original tie in novel. The crew of the Protostar find they need to replace their phase coils immediately or they will be unable to use their transporter safely. Except they need funds to buy a new one. The crew work together to find a solution, with plenty of hijinks and lessons in morality.
Cassandra Rose Clarke introduces all the characters of the show. During a routine check Engineer Jankom Pog finds their problem immediately, and Linguist Gwyndala’s (Gwyn) is quick to help out. The easygoing Captain Dal R’El finds it is important to ask the opinions of his crew on their mission, though his impulsive leadership leads them into trouble. Holographic Training Advisor Janeway advises them to be careful when making their decision. This crew also consists of the strong but anxious Security Officer Rok-Tahk, the very cautious Pilot Zero, and the cute mascot Murf.
All the crew’s disunified choices all fit within their histories, and personal feelings. Dal’s need to appear confident, Gwyn’s desire to experience new places, Jankom Pog’s boisterous curiosity, Rok-Tahk’s anxiety of the unknown, Zero’s fear of doing wrong, and Murf is just hungry. These all create quite a problem, which they need to work as a team to fix with a little trickery. In the end, the different crew member’s strengths balance each other’s weaknesses. Together they learn the importance of respecting each other’s wishes.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Kidnapping
Minor: Slavery, Death of parent, Violence, and Body shaming
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