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sidetracked's review
5.0
The end of the Federation as we know it. While the three captains, Picard, Dax and Riker try to find a way to save the Federation from the onslaught that 7000 Borg cubes are about to unleash, a fourth story takes us in a different part of the galaxy, some 6000 years ago where we will find the answer to the question "Who are the Borg and how did they come to be?". It is a tale of survival against all odds, but above all else it's a tale of hunger, solitude, frustration, desire, longing to reunite.
The scenes depicting the assault of the Borg probe by the joint security teams of the three starships is incredibly well written. Fast paced, morally challenging and a great recreation of what it means to fight the Borg.
In the end, Captain Erika Hernandez proves instrumental in the transformation of the Borg Collective mind into something completely benign, thus ending decades of war with the Federation and thousands of years of enslavement for all the species in the Galaxy that fell under the Borg boot.
Even if the Federation managed to survive its eleventh hour, losing 60 billion people will surely change it. Meanwhile, the voyages of starship Titan continue. Its mission: to seek out new worlds and new civilizations, to boldly go where no man has ever gone before.
This trilogy is an amazing work that I highly recommend to anyone who at least enjoyed the tv series and the movies. Great story, amazing characters, nice twists and many space battles! Do yourself a favour and read these books!
The scenes depicting the assault of the Borg probe by the joint security teams of the three starships is incredibly well written. Fast paced, morally challenging and a great recreation of what it means to fight the Borg.
In the end, Captain Erika Hernandez proves instrumental in the transformation of the Borg Collective mind into something completely benign, thus ending decades of war with the Federation and thousands of years of enslavement for all the species in the Galaxy that fell under the Borg boot.
Even if the Federation managed to survive its eleventh hour, losing 60 billion people will surely change it. Meanwhile, the voyages of starship Titan continue. Its mission: to seek out new worlds and new civilizations, to boldly go where no man has ever gone before.
This trilogy is an amazing work that I highly recommend to anyone who at least enjoyed the tv series and the movies. Great story, amazing characters, nice twists and many space battles! Do yourself a favour and read these books!
thuismuis's review
4.0
Wow. What a great conclusion to the trilogy. The shit that goes down in this book is on a far larger scope than the Dominion War or the battle at Wolf 359. Lovely story, lovely ending.
jecamp86's review
4.0
This was a terrific end to this trilogy. It gave a clear ending and an interesting origin story.
iamcephandrius's review against another edition
5.0
I didn't think a random Star Trek novel series would end up being one of my favourite Scifi series. But here we are.
That was truly exceptional and I'd recommend to any Trek fans, or those who are Trek-Curious.
That was truly exceptional and I'd recommend to any Trek fans, or those who are Trek-Curious.
fbone's review
4.0
This was a great ending to the trilogy. Lots of action and suspense. This book explains where and how the Borg came into existence. Good stuff. Easily the best of David Mack I've read. Also, I appreciate Simon & Schuster's 99 cents promotion. Without it I would have never discovered this wonderful trilogy.
shane_digiovanna's review
5.0
The Pinnacle of Trek Literature
The trilogy Star Trek Destiny is the absolute pinnacle of Trek literature. Not only is it one of, if not the, greatest Trek stories ever told, it’s one of the greatest works of science fiction I’ve ever read. At its heart is the most frightening enemy the Federation has ever faced - the Borg. They’re on a mission to exterminate the Federation, and Picard, Riker, and Dax (Captains of the Enterprise E, Titan, and Aventine) must join together in a desperate quest to save the universe.
It’s a brilliant crossover, with every era and show (Enterprise, TOS, TNG, DS9, & VOY) having its time to shine. It weaves together seamlessly story lines from a more than a dozen different characters and books, yet it’s very readable without needing to read any previous books. Simply, this is Star Trek at its best. Yes, there’s a horrifying enemy wreaking devastation and death, but there’s hope and brilliance and kindness and love beyond compare. This is the only Star Trek book (and one of the few books of any genre) to make me weep. In a good way!
If you love Star Trek, read this book. It will make you love this franchise even more than you thought possible. Open this book and explore strange new worlds in the world you love.
The trilogy Star Trek Destiny is the absolute pinnacle of Trek literature. Not only is it one of, if not the, greatest Trek stories ever told, it’s one of the greatest works of science fiction I’ve ever read. At its heart is the most frightening enemy the Federation has ever faced - the Borg. They’re on a mission to exterminate the Federation, and Picard, Riker, and Dax (Captains of the Enterprise E, Titan, and Aventine) must join together in a desperate quest to save the universe.
It’s a brilliant crossover, with every era and show (Enterprise, TOS, TNG, DS9, & VOY) having its time to shine. It weaves together seamlessly story lines from a more than a dozen different characters and books, yet it’s very readable without needing to read any previous books. Simply, this is Star Trek at its best. Yes, there’s a horrifying enemy wreaking devastation and death, but there’s hope and brilliance and kindness and love beyond compare. This is the only Star Trek book (and one of the few books of any genre) to make me weep. In a good way!
If you love Star Trek, read this book. It will make you love this franchise even more than you thought possible. Open this book and explore strange new worlds in the world you love.
wynwicket's review
5.0
Book Three of the Destiny trilogy was heavier than the previous two books, as Our Heroes finally meet the Borg face-to-face and a good deal of the Federation's forces (and worlds) are attacked and destroyed. The origin of the Borg is revealed, and the war will leave everything changed. But while the battles rage, there are some wonderful character developments, some excellent science fiction, and some good Trek.
In other words, the book was everything I'd hoped it would be, and the very complete, very hopeful ending left me crying into my tea. Fantastic.
edited to add: And this rather makes me want to read ALL the Star Trek books I've missed over the past ten years.
In other words, the book was everything I'd hoped it would be, and the very complete, very hopeful ending left me crying into my tea. Fantastic.
edited to add: And this rather makes me want to read ALL the Star Trek books I've missed over the past ten years.
alex_ellermann's review
3.0
This novel, the third in the fan-favorite Destiny Trilogy, brings the storylines of the preceding novels together for a satisfying conclusion.
That said, I think your appreciation for this novel will vary directly with your level of Star Trek fandom. If you’re a superfan, you’ll probably love it. If you’re a casual fan, maybe not so much: ‘Lost Souls’ assumes a certain degree of familiarity with its characters and their back stories that the casual fan is unlikely to possess.
That said, I’m somewhere in the middle. I know who some of these people are, and their back stories are vaguely familiar to me. Consequently, I enjoyed this adventure without loving it. I’m comfortable giving it a qualified recommendation.
That said, I think your appreciation for this novel will vary directly with your level of Star Trek fandom. If you’re a superfan, you’ll probably love it. If you’re a casual fan, maybe not so much: ‘Lost Souls’ assumes a certain degree of familiarity with its characters and their back stories that the casual fan is unlikely to possess.
That said, I’m somewhere in the middle. I know who some of these people are, and their back stories are vaguely familiar to me. Consequently, I enjoyed this adventure without loving it. I’m comfortable giving it a qualified recommendation.
jbrooxd's review against another edition
4.0
The way the author worked the time lines and ships and crews and everything together over the course of this series was masterful! Great series.
johhnnyinla's review against another edition
5.0
The final installment to this trilogy nicely bookended the origin and demise of the Borg. The story revolves around three starships captained by Ezri Dax, Riker, and Picard and Erika Hernandez who is living with the Caeliar. A smaller portion, but no less important, is spent telling the story of the MACOs stranded with the Caeliar's city of Mantilis-- where the Borg originated.
I liked everything about this book except for two things; Picard made to seem so impotent and unlike his established character, and Troi painted out to be a real b*itch without a good reason.
I liked everything about this book except for two things; Picard made to seem so impotent and unlike his established character, and Troi painted out to be a real b*itch without a good reason.