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graff_fuller's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
informative
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-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
For fans of TNG, we've been waiting a LONG time...for William Riker to sit in the BIG chair, as captain. It's a big step, but this story was a worthy "test" of what type of captain he is/will be...in the future. This is an excellent start to his career as captain of the USS Titan.
I love, also...the dynamic of Counselor Troy, now his wife, being a ranked and on the bridge command hierarchy.
In this story, we also have a plethera of new creatures/characters of different races (almost too many), but we will get to KNOW them in subsequent stories (ten novels in this series).
Good to see/read about Commander Tuvok (long time, no see/read (for me). Also, always good to read about/experience Ambassador Spock.
This is a story based mostly in the Romulan Star Empire, which is on the brink of a political disaster. That was a LOT of fun to read and see the goings on internally (and how it effects external governments).
The political strivings of this empire...are...complicated. Especially the Remen and the struggles they've recently (most of their existence.
Love how old alliances and adventures, were able to smooth over the current temptations.
Great characters in the Romulan, Remen and even the Klingon areas...that made this such a colourful and fan story to read about.
Loved the battle sequences and the balance between a skirmish, and war. Hmmm.
On to the next book.
I love, also...the dynamic of Counselor Troy, now his wife, being a ranked and on the bridge command hierarchy.
In this story, we also have a plethera of new creatures/characters of different races (almost too many), but we will get to KNOW them in subsequent stories (ten novels in this series).
Good to see/read about Commander Tuvok (long time, no see/read (for me). Also, always good to read about/experience Ambassador Spock.
This is a story based mostly in the Romulan Star Empire, which is on the brink of a political disaster. That was a LOT of fun to read and see the goings on internally (and how it effects external governments).
The political strivings of this empire...are...complicated. Especially the Remen and the struggles they've recently (most of their existence.
Love how old alliances and adventures, were able to smooth over the current temptations.
Great characters in the Romulan, Remen and even the Klingon areas...that made this such a colourful and fan story to read about.
Loved the battle sequences and the balance between a skirmish, and war. Hmmm.
On to the next book.
zmull's review against another edition
3.0
This was a surprisingly fun book. I haven't read a Star Trek novel in like 20 years, but I enjoyed this enough I might read the next one.
megadeathvsbooks's review against another edition
2.0
It wasn't good. I mean, come on, it's a Star Trek book.
faldor's review against another edition
4.0
Titan picks up after Star Trek: Nemesis with Riker being put in charge of his own ship and sent off to sort out the Romulan political situation. It has certain over tones of The Undiscovered Country which is no bad thing.
neoteotihuacan's review against another edition
adventurous
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
5.0
emheld's review against another edition
3.0
3.5/5
A solid start to the new series, if a little aimless at times. It has a lot to set up, and does a workmanlike job. There's plenty to like to bring you back for book 2.
A solid start to the new series, if a little aimless at times. It has a lot to set up, and does a workmanlike job. There's plenty to like to bring you back for book 2.
jazzhands35's review against another edition
3.0
**Minor Spoilers** if you care about that.
This is the first Star Trek book I've read since I was a kid. First I need to say that despite all of its many, many flaws, I still found this book rather enjoyable. That said, if this book didn't take place in an already established universe with characters I already know and like, I likely would have put this book down after only a few chapters.
As a literary work, this book is not great. The writing is a bit clunky. And the characters feel pretty shallow. And the poker analogies are far too numerous. We get it. Captain Riker players poker (which he never once does in the book btw, you're just presumed to know this from the show), you don't need to make a reference to his poker face every single time he's in a conversation.
The plot is similar to a standard TNG episode. Nothing particularly interesting there. They try to make it feel different by throwing some new characters and species into the mix, but none of those characters or species are developed at all. They have no depth, they are just talking cardboard cut outs that presumably look different from other talking cardboard cut outs.
The action sequences near the end of the novel are fast paced and fun. The events allow the author to have Tuvok join the crew which is exciting. Mostly because this character already has depth established by the Voyager TV series, and because he was one of the few characters in the novel who felt like a real character. They also bring aboard the Reman Mekrikuk who helped Tuvok escape. I am very interested to see what they do with him. He is definitely the only new character that struck my interest. I hope they use him well in future novels.
You will definitely need to already enjoy Star trek to have any hope of enjoying this book. But if you do, you will find a fast paced, fun, light read that leaves open the potential for some interesting character development (Tuvok and Mekrikuk).
This is the first Star Trek book I've read since I was a kid. First I need to say that despite all of its many, many flaws, I still found this book rather enjoyable. That said, if this book didn't take place in an already established universe with characters I already know and like, I likely would have put this book down after only a few chapters.
As a literary work, this book is not great. The writing is a bit clunky. And the characters feel pretty shallow. And the poker analogies are far too numerous. We get it. Captain Riker players poker (which he never once does in the book btw, you're just presumed to know this from the show), you don't need to make a reference to his poker face every single time he's in a conversation.
The plot is similar to a standard TNG episode. Nothing particularly interesting there. They try to make it feel different by throwing some new characters and species into the mix, but none of those characters or species are developed at all. They have no depth, they are just talking cardboard cut outs that presumably look different from other talking cardboard cut outs.
The action sequences near the end of the novel are fast paced and fun. The events allow the author to have Tuvok join the crew which is exciting. Mostly because this character already has depth established by the Voyager TV series, and because he was one of the few characters in the novel who felt like a real character. They also bring aboard the Reman Mekrikuk who helped Tuvok escape. I am very interested to see what they do with him. He is definitely the only new character that struck my interest. I hope they use him well in future novels.
You will definitely need to already enjoy Star trek to have any hope of enjoying this book. But if you do, you will find a fast paced, fun, light read that leaves open the potential for some interesting character development (Tuvok and Mekrikuk).
gingerreader99's review against another edition
3.0
Call it 3.5. I am always a fan of Romulan intrigue and when mixed with Riker and his new crew it was quite an exciting place to start. (I have read Dark Veil so it's not entirely my first outing with Titan)
That said I wasn't super keen on how the book ended. The climax occurred and then things continued to a cliff hanger almost like an episode of a show leaving things for me feeling unresolved and like the last bit of the book belonged elsewhere.
That said I wasn't super keen on how the book ended. The climax occurred and then things continued to a cliff hanger almost like an episode of a show leaving things for me feeling unresolved and like the last bit of the book belonged elsewhere.
billibion's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-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? No
4.0