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Star Trek: Deep Space Nine
Twist of Faith
Uneasy Peace. Worlds In Flux. Tests Of Faith. The Final Episode Was Only The Beginning. The Dominion War is over...or is it? Three months after the Allied victory against the invaders from the Gamma Quadrant, a surprise attack awakens the fear of renewed hostilities. At the same time, a senseless murder sets a space station commander on a path that will test the limits of her faith...while a strange discovery within the plasma storms of the Badlands propels an old soldier toward a rendezvous with destiny. Elsewhere, amidst the ruins of an ancient civilization, a young man is about to embark on a dangerous quest to fill the hole in his life -- one left by the loss of his father. So begins the unprecedented, authorized continuation of Star Deep Space Nine®, springing from the seven-year television odyssey of Captain Benjamin Sisko and his crew aboard a Federation starbase at the edge of the final frontier. Following the serial format and evolving character arcs that were the hallmarks of the TV series, the new Deep Space Nine novels pick up where the show left off, daring to imagine what happened after the final episode. Now the first five tales of that critically acclaimed storyline are collected in one massive volume. Originally published as the two-part Avatar, Abyss, Demons of Air and Darkness, and the novella "Horn and Ivory," Twist of Faith revisits the aftermath of the Dominion War, the pivotal planet Bajor, its mysterious connection to the timeless Prophets of the wormhole, as well as the familiar faces, new friends, and uncertain allies whose fates intertwine at the crossroads of the galaxy. With an introduction by New York Times bestselling author David R. George III ( Gamma -- Twilight; The Lost Serpents Among the Ruins; the Crucible trilogy), Twist of Faith takes the Deep Space Nine saga to a new level...exploring what was left behind, and what awaits beyond.
688 pages, Paperback
First published April 28, 2007
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97 books812 followersSD Perry (Stephani Danelle, by the way, though she prefers SD or Danelle) has been writing novelizations and tie-ins for most of her adult life. Best known for her work in the shared multiverses of Resident Evil, Star Trek, and Aliens, SD is a horror nerd and an introvert. Her father is acclaimed science fiction author Steve Perry. SD lives with her family in Portland, Oregon.
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August 9, 2020
I picked this 4-novel volume up at a second-hand bookstore just before the pandemic hit, and I've read a few pages of it almost every night since. Spending a nostalgic few minutes each day with my beloved Deep Space Nine gang kept me sane through pandemic anxiety and university stress, so I'm sad to have finished this! I loved it. These are wonderful post-series stories, and I loved the focus on Kira and Bashir, two of my favourite DS9 characters. I also loved having Jean-Luc Picard come to play in the DS9 sandbox, and adding Ro Laren to the DS9 crew as Odo's replacement was genius. Ahhh, Star Trek.
June 30, 2016
This post-TV continuation of DS9 was something of a mixed bag, but overall continued in the spirit of the original series with meditations on religious faith (and lack of it) and war. With the finale sending so much of the cast off to different places, there are several of original characters here- my favorite addition was definitely Ro Laren from TNG, who takes over Odo's position as security chief, and my least favorite was the thoroughly eyeroll-inducing Elias Vaughn, a 101-year-old Starfleet veteran who becomes Kira's second-in-command.
Vaughn is quite possibly the most obvious example of a "Gary Stu"/"Mary Sue" character I have ever seen in original or fan-fiction, and those are terms I do not use lightly: he is 101-years old with 80 years of combat experience, immediately beloved by everyone on the Enterprise-E (we get POV of Picard, Riker, _and_ Troi wishing they were as cool as he was and wanting to be his friend), he has a security clearance higher than Picard and chose not to become an admiral not because he couldn't do it but because he "doesn't like meetings," is an expert on Jem'Hadar biology and development, is also able to outmaneuver Section 31 (including _stealing_ from them with no repercussions), and comes to DS9 after rediscovering a Bajoran Orb (which Picard is envious of, note) and seeing a vision of Sisko, convinced that it is his ~destiny~.
If there's any reason I almost DNFed this book, Vaughn is it. _Thankfully_, the Vaughn-squee calmed down after the first half or so of the book; he and Kira respect each other and settle into a healthy working relationship, with absolutely no fawning on her part or the rest of DS9. Thank goodness.
Onto the actual stories, this omnibus starts off with a two-part story, Avatar, about a crisis in the Bajoran religion when a prylar finds an undocumented, possibly heretical book of prophecies, continues with a Section 31 novel where Bashir is coerced into stopping a genetically enhanced rogue agent with delusions of being the next Khan, and concludes with a novel and a novella out of the Gateways crossover series where the long-thought-dead Iconians reactivate their gateway network and try to sell the technology to the highest bidder and DS9 must help with evacuation of a planet plagued by radioactive waste being dumped through a new gateway.
The strongest character arc throughout is Kira, now commander of the station, dealing with being in that role and with the crisis in the Bajoran faith. I thought it was really solid- I especially liked the Gateway novella at the end- but was disappointed that a very key moment for her character occurred off-screen in Avatar. Ro's arc as commander of security trying to figure out if she wants to be on DS9 or not was great too, and I'm intrigued by the unresolved issues brought up for Ezri as her past incarnations seem to be surfacing more and more and Bashir as he wrestles with his genetic enhancement. Kasidy and Jake have interesting subplots relating to the prophecies in Avatar, but those kind of trail off with no resolution in this omnibus (I believe they are resolved in Rising Son and Unity respectively.) Quark remains Quark, and Nog remains Nog.
Taran'atar, a Jem'Hadar sent by Odo to learn about the Federation is an interesting but somewhat underused (more plot device than character at this point) addition, but probably the most interesting of the four original characters. I actively disliked Vaughn and it will take a whole lot to make me come around (I'm not happy that Mission Gamma seems Vaughn-centric), but am cautiously interested in Andorian science officer Thirishar ch'Thane and human ensign Prynn Tenmei.
I plan to read through at least Unity, having picked up the four Mission Gamma books on sale last month; will be curious how things progress.
Vaughn is quite possibly the most obvious example of a "Gary Stu"/"Mary Sue" character I have ever seen in original or fan-fiction, and those are terms I do not use lightly: he is 101-years old with 80 years of combat experience, immediately beloved by everyone on the Enterprise-E (we get POV of Picard, Riker, _and_ Troi wishing they were as cool as he was and wanting to be his friend), he has a security clearance higher than Picard and chose not to become an admiral not because he couldn't do it but because he "doesn't like meetings," is an expert on Jem'Hadar biology and development, is also able to outmaneuver Section 31 (including _stealing_ from them with no repercussions), and comes to DS9 after rediscovering a Bajoran Orb (which Picard is envious of, note) and seeing a vision of Sisko, convinced that it is his ~destiny~.
If there's any reason I almost DNFed this book, Vaughn is it. _Thankfully_, the Vaughn-squee calmed down after the first half or so of the book; he and Kira respect each other and settle into a healthy working relationship, with absolutely no fawning on her part or the rest of DS9. Thank goodness.
Onto the actual stories, this omnibus starts off with a two-part story, Avatar, about a crisis in the Bajoran religion when a prylar finds an undocumented, possibly heretical book of prophecies, continues with a Section 31 novel where Bashir is coerced into stopping a genetically enhanced rogue agent with delusions of being the next Khan, and concludes with a novel and a novella out of the Gateways crossover series where the long-thought-dead Iconians reactivate their gateway network and try to sell the technology to the highest bidder and DS9 must help with evacuation of a planet plagued by radioactive waste being dumped through a new gateway.
The strongest character arc throughout is Kira, now commander of the station, dealing with being in that role and with the crisis in the Bajoran faith. I thought it was really solid- I especially liked the Gateway novella at the end- but was disappointed that a very key moment for her character occurred off-screen in Avatar. Ro's arc as commander of security trying to figure out if she wants to be on DS9 or not was great too, and I'm intrigued by the unresolved issues brought up for Ezri as her past incarnations seem to be surfacing more and more and Bashir as he wrestles with his genetic enhancement. Kasidy and Jake have interesting subplots relating to the prophecies in Avatar, but those kind of trail off with no resolution in this omnibus (I believe they are resolved in Rising Son and Unity respectively.) Quark remains Quark, and Nog remains Nog.
Taran'atar, a Jem'Hadar sent by Odo to learn about the Federation is an interesting but somewhat underused (more plot device than character at this point) addition, but probably the most interesting of the four original characters. I actively disliked Vaughn and it will take a whole lot to make me come around (I'm not happy that Mission Gamma seems Vaughn-centric), but am cautiously interested in Andorian science officer Thirishar ch'Thane and human ensign Prynn Tenmei.
I plan to read through at least Unity, having picked up the four Mission Gamma books on sale last month; will be curious how things progress.
May 20, 2021
I thought I would not finish reading this long volume of 3 stories and a novel, but it became very easy and enjoyable to read. Originally published as separate books, Twist of Faith tells us what happens in the famous and remote Deep Space 9 station after the end of the television series with the departure of Captain Sisko - the Emissary - in mysterious circumstances in the hands of the Prophets, the mysterious beings that live in the wormhole.
I am sure that this reading will be a pleasure for the TV series fans because it has it all: intrigue, battles, romance, espionage, politics, religion, etc. There are exceptionally well-narrated scenes that not only tell us the facts but also allow us to enter the consciousness of the protagonists, learn about their internal conflicts, insecurities, and contradictions while the action keeps us in suspense.
Personally, my favorite story is The Abyss where one of my most loved characters in the series, the good doctor Bashir is again recruited by the infamous Section 31 for a mission that he cannot refuse. It's always nice to watch our favorite characters grow up and develop their own story outside the confines of the original TV series. It was a super entertaining read. Totally recommended!
I am sure that this reading will be a pleasure for the TV series fans because it has it all: intrigue, battles, romance, espionage, politics, religion, etc. There are exceptionally well-narrated scenes that not only tell us the facts but also allow us to enter the consciousness of the protagonists, learn about their internal conflicts, insecurities, and contradictions while the action keeps us in suspense.
Personally, my favorite story is The Abyss where one of my most loved characters in the series, the good doctor Bashir is again recruited by the infamous Section 31 for a mission that he cannot refuse. It's always nice to watch our favorite characters grow up and develop their own story outside the confines of the original TV series. It was a super entertaining read. Totally recommended!
April 29, 2017
An amazing continuation of my favourite Star Trek series!
Deep Space 9 fascinated me with a cast of characters as flawed as they were good and an episodes that dared to go where previous Star Trek shows hardly dared to tread: the daunting grey areas of life. "Twist of Faith" carries on that legacy and the struggle of a people trying to find their place in a galaxy still reeling from war.
I loved the insights gained into characters I've known for the better part of my adult life. Kira's struggles with her faith and new command; Ezri trying to find an internal balance, while finally realising her full potential as a joined Trill; Nog growing into his role as a Starfleet officer; Bashir's continued growth from naive doctor to a force to be reckoned with and Jake Sisko's grief over his father. The book gathers all the loose threads left over from the series finale and leads the reader to new discoveries and adventures worthy of the Star Trek franchise.
There are also new characters being introduced that promise a fascinating insight into Federation politics and growth. I was especially excited over the introduction of Taran'atar and the chance to see events from the POV of a Jem'Hadar. How does a soldier, bred only for war, operate during times of peace? It's a question "Twist of Faith" isn't trying to answer, but prepare the reader to explore in an ever-expanding universe. I'm very excited for the journey!
That being said, the omnibus edition isn't without it's weaknesses. The first two books, Avatar, start off amazingly strong and vivid; something that is carried all the way through Abyss. The last two books of the edition, however, are a little disappointing. With the introduction of the gateways, the author opened up a whole can of worms that's only glanced at. While there is action - Jem'Hadar vs. Hirogen - the real potential of the gateways is more of less ignored in favour of a more immediate crisis. There were a lot of aspects to Demons of Air and Darkness that could have been expanded upon. (And, to be fair, probably are in the rest of the Gateway saga) The last book, Horn and Ivory, offers a fascinating insight into Bajor's history, but the point of Kira's travel to the past is somewhat insignificant when compared to the rest of the events from the edition. She may return with a new sense of purpose, but the story could have been expanded upon to give it a real weight in the reader's mind. It was diverting and interesting and very well-written, but a rather weak end to an edition that started off with mystery, convoluted truths and people in the midst of spiritual and personal growth.
Despite that, I can only recommend this book to any DS9 fan who doesn't want the adventure to be quite over yet. It'll wet your appetite and wake your curiosity and before you know it, "Twist if Faith" will be the first of a long line of DS9 novels on your bookshelf.
Deep Space 9 fascinated me with a cast of characters as flawed as they were good and an episodes that dared to go where previous Star Trek shows hardly dared to tread: the daunting grey areas of life. "Twist of Faith" carries on that legacy and the struggle of a people trying to find their place in a galaxy still reeling from war.
I loved the insights gained into characters I've known for the better part of my adult life. Kira's struggles with her faith and new command; Ezri trying to find an internal balance, while finally realising her full potential as a joined Trill; Nog growing into his role as a Starfleet officer; Bashir's continued growth from naive doctor to a force to be reckoned with and Jake Sisko's grief over his father. The book gathers all the loose threads left over from the series finale and leads the reader to new discoveries and adventures worthy of the Star Trek franchise.
There are also new characters being introduced that promise a fascinating insight into Federation politics and growth. I was especially excited over the introduction of Taran'atar and the chance to see events from the POV of a Jem'Hadar. How does a soldier, bred only for war, operate during times of peace? It's a question "Twist of Faith" isn't trying to answer, but prepare the reader to explore in an ever-expanding universe. I'm very excited for the journey!
That being said, the omnibus edition isn't without it's weaknesses. The first two books, Avatar, start off amazingly strong and vivid; something that is carried all the way through Abyss. The last two books of the edition, however, are a little disappointing. With the introduction of the gateways, the author opened up a whole can of worms that's only glanced at. While there is action - Jem'Hadar vs. Hirogen - the real potential of the gateways is more of less ignored in favour of a more immediate crisis. There were a lot of aspects to Demons of Air and Darkness that could have been expanded upon. (And, to be fair, probably are in the rest of the Gateway saga) The last book, Horn and Ivory, offers a fascinating insight into Bajor's history, but the point of Kira's travel to the past is somewhat insignificant when compared to the rest of the events from the edition. She may return with a new sense of purpose, but the story could have been expanded upon to give it a real weight in the reader's mind. It was diverting and interesting and very well-written, but a rather weak end to an edition that started off with mystery, convoluted truths and people in the midst of spiritual and personal growth.
Despite that, I can only recommend this book to any DS9 fan who doesn't want the adventure to be quite over yet. It'll wet your appetite and wake your curiosity and before you know it, "Twist if Faith" will be the first of a long line of DS9 novels on your bookshelf.
April 15, 2020
After a recent DS9 rewatch, I figured it was time to finally give the DS9 book relaunch a shot. This book compiles the first four books and a novella in the series. Predictably, it’s a mixed bag as a result but I was still pleasantly surprised.
The book begins with the two part “Avatar”. This reads as a single book. It’s got a lot of storylines going on, some more compelling than others. We also get introduced to a number of new characters, both good and boring. Amongst my favorite bits here were the introduction of Next Gens Ro Laren and her friendship with Quark, and the Jem’Hadar storyline that introduces Taran’Atar, the kind of character that would’ve fit in on the show. There’s a bit too much fan service-y Enterprise stuff, and the Jake Sisko storyline seems tacked on.
Abyss is easily the best story in here, co-written by a DS9 show writer and focused on Bashir and the Section 31 storyline. It’s fun, brisk paced, and features some strong character development for Bashir, Ro, and Taran’Atar. I also like the Khan wannabe villain.
Demons of Air and Darkness is on the weaker side but still has some good character developments. The book is based on the gateways plot device from past Trek episodes but also throws in some Voyager stuff. It all gets a bit too Trekkie at times but I like the Quark/Ro stuff again. This story continues with the novella “Horn and Ivory” which is a throwaway Kira story for the most part
Still, good start to the series overall; I might try to track down the next installment(s)
The book begins with the two part “Avatar”. This reads as a single book. It’s got a lot of storylines going on, some more compelling than others. We also get introduced to a number of new characters, both good and boring. Amongst my favorite bits here were the introduction of Next Gens Ro Laren and her friendship with Quark, and the Jem’Hadar storyline that introduces Taran’Atar, the kind of character that would’ve fit in on the show. There’s a bit too much fan service-y Enterprise stuff, and the Jake Sisko storyline seems tacked on.
Abyss is easily the best story in here, co-written by a DS9 show writer and focused on Bashir and the Section 31 storyline. It’s fun, brisk paced, and features some strong character development for Bashir, Ro, and Taran’Atar. I also like the Khan wannabe villain.
Demons of Air and Darkness is on the weaker side but still has some good character developments. The book is based on the gateways plot device from past Trek episodes but also throws in some Voyager stuff. It all gets a bit too Trekkie at times but I like the Quark/Ro stuff again. This story continues with the novella “Horn and Ivory” which is a throwaway Kira story for the most part
Still, good start to the series overall; I might try to track down the next installment(s)
April 14, 2020
The war is over, but the story isn't. In the aftermath of the Dominion invasion of the Alpha Quadrant, with Odo, O'Brien, and Worf reassigned and Sisko missing, life on Federation space station Deep Space 9 continues. While upgrades to the station take place the station is attacked by Jem'Hadar; the mysterious Section 31 sends Julian Bashir on a mission he can't refuse; and a galaxy-spanning crisis strands Kira Nerys further from home than she's ever been.
I reviewed Avatar book one back when I read it in September last year, and for the most part I have the same criticisms and excitement about book 2: there's not enough time with any of the characters to really see where they're going after the end of the show; but there is a sense that they're going somewhere. To this I will add: I don't really feel like there was enough in this story to warrant two books; judicious editing, I feel, could have made it one. Certainly, it doesn't feel like there's as much in these two books as there is in either Abyss or Demons of Air and Darkness. On the other hand, this opener has a pressure on it that the subsequent books do not, in that by beginning the new series it has to cover everyone still on the station as well as introducing new characters, so I will give it a break on everything. I have mixed feelings about the inclusion of the Enterprise-E crew, because on the one hand I wish that they'd all had more interaction with Ro and on the other, the small interaction there is was the best Ro moment in Avatar.
Moving on to Abyss, then, we have an advantage. The novel is organized most like an episode of the show of the four books included here, in that it has an "A" plot with Bashir and friends, and a "B" plot bringing to an end the station upgrades from Avatar. The A plot has Section 31 send Bashir on a mission to thwart the rogue actions of another genetically enhanced individual they recruited to exploit an operational Jem'Hadar hatchery in the Badlands, which he has instead taken over for himself. Accompanying Bashir are Ro, on fine form, Ezri, on variable form, and new character Taran'atar, an older Jem'Hadar sent by Odo to Kira because he had developed beyond the need for Ketracel-white. By focusing mainly on these four character the novel is able to take their characteristics from the show and have them on full display in a new adventure, with Bashir struggling with how his genetic enhancements affect his daily life and Ro befriending the former colonizers of the planet against the newly arrived Jem'Hadar. I'm not very invested in the Ezri/Julian relationship and much of what the first three novels give Ezri to do suggests that no-one really had a sense of her purpose after the show ended, but the moments when her training as a counsellor come into play worked for me.
Taran'atar, meanwhile, the the gem of the revival series. Sent by Odo to the Alpha Quadrant, he is confused about his relationship to his gods as they have, he feels, cast him out. Meanwhile, in Abyss, he encounters Jem'Hadar created to serve a different master, and the resulting theological discussions are a brilliant continuation of one of Deep Space 9's central themes. Furthermore, his relationship with Kira as her relationship to Bajoran religion changes adds several more great character moments for the two of them, especially in Demons of Air and Darkness.
While Abyss didn't seem to suffer much by being part of another cross-over series from which I only read the DS9 novel, I am wondering if I should have looked into reading more of the Gateways crossover for Demons of Air and Darkness and "Horn and Ivory". Certain elements do not receive conclusions and there are references to things going on that I assume are relevant to other novels in the series. The story as it stands is still great, and has some fantastic moments in it too. While the focus isn't on her, the few moments that Ezri gets make me happier with where I think this series is taking her. Her decision to move to the command track, giving up on her role as counsellor, is criticised by the Trill doctor designated to keep an eye on how her joining is going. She also has moments of slippage between different hosts of the Dax symbiont. I really hope that she gets the focus to show how this affects Ezri the individual, and her personal identity.
Where I find Air and Darkness weakest are probably the areas where I just plain don't care about the characters yet: Commander Elias Vaughn, newly assigned first officer to DS9 as of Avatar, has done nothing to capture my interest yet; meanwhile, new science officer Thirishar ch'Thane is interesting when he and Nog are nerding out about engineering stuff or sharing their personal issues, but I'm not particularly interested in the problems of the Andorians as a species.
"Horn and Ivory" focuses solely on Kira, and is all the better for it. Firstly, it feels like Kira shouldn't have had to wait this long to be centre of attention for a while, but I get that there is build up in Avatar and Air and Darkness. I have some questions about how technologically developed Bajor was 30,000 years bp, but the story told there was solid and the last few chapters of this novella really captured a sense of weird science fictional wonder that I really enjoy. As I said, I wish it hadn't taken more than four novels of the relaunch to get her here, but this novella hopefully sets the tone for Kira's focus in the coming novels.
Overall these novels have been a delight to read in a year that's been horrendous, and I have great hopes for the series moving forward. I might not be sold on all of the new characters, but I am all-in for Taran'atar and I'm pretty happy with how most of the old characters are turning out, too.
I reviewed Avatar book one back when I read it in September last year, and for the most part I have the same criticisms and excitement about book 2: there's not enough time with any of the characters to really see where they're going after the end of the show; but there is a sense that they're going somewhere. To this I will add: I don't really feel like there was enough in this story to warrant two books; judicious editing, I feel, could have made it one. Certainly, it doesn't feel like there's as much in these two books as there is in either Abyss or Demons of Air and Darkness. On the other hand, this opener has a pressure on it that the subsequent books do not, in that by beginning the new series it has to cover everyone still on the station as well as introducing new characters, so I will give it a break on everything. I have mixed feelings about the inclusion of the Enterprise-E crew, because on the one hand I wish that they'd all had more interaction with Ro and on the other, the small interaction there is was the best Ro moment in Avatar.
Moving on to Abyss, then, we have an advantage. The novel is organized most like an episode of the show of the four books included here, in that it has an "A" plot with Bashir and friends, and a "B" plot bringing to an end the station upgrades from Avatar. The A plot has Section 31 send Bashir on a mission to thwart the rogue actions of another genetically enhanced individual they recruited to exploit an operational Jem'Hadar hatchery in the Badlands, which he has instead taken over for himself. Accompanying Bashir are Ro, on fine form, Ezri, on variable form, and new character Taran'atar, an older Jem'Hadar sent by Odo to Kira because he had developed beyond the need for Ketracel-white. By focusing mainly on these four character the novel is able to take their characteristics from the show and have them on full display in a new adventure, with Bashir struggling with how his genetic enhancements affect his daily life and Ro befriending the former colonizers of the planet against the newly arrived Jem'Hadar. I'm not very invested in the Ezri/Julian relationship and much of what the first three novels give Ezri to do suggests that no-one really had a sense of her purpose after the show ended, but the moments when her training as a counsellor come into play worked for me.
Taran'atar, meanwhile, the the gem of the revival series. Sent by Odo to the Alpha Quadrant, he is confused about his relationship to his gods as they have, he feels, cast him out. Meanwhile, in Abyss, he encounters Jem'Hadar created to serve a different master, and the resulting theological discussions are a brilliant continuation of one of Deep Space 9's central themes. Furthermore, his relationship with Kira as her relationship to Bajoran religion changes adds several more great character moments for the two of them, especially in Demons of Air and Darkness.
While Abyss didn't seem to suffer much by being part of another cross-over series from which I only read the DS9 novel, I am wondering if I should have looked into reading more of the Gateways crossover for Demons of Air and Darkness and "Horn and Ivory". Certain elements do not receive conclusions and there are references to things going on that I assume are relevant to other novels in the series. The story as it stands is still great, and has some fantastic moments in it too. While the focus isn't on her, the few moments that Ezri gets make me happier with where I think this series is taking her. Her decision to move to the command track, giving up on her role as counsellor, is criticised by the Trill doctor designated to keep an eye on how her joining is going. She also has moments of slippage between different hosts of the Dax symbiont. I really hope that she gets the focus to show how this affects Ezri the individual, and her personal identity.
Where I find Air and Darkness weakest are probably the areas where I just plain don't care about the characters yet: Commander Elias Vaughn, newly assigned first officer to DS9 as of Avatar, has done nothing to capture my interest yet; meanwhile, new science officer Thirishar ch'Thane is interesting when he and Nog are nerding out about engineering stuff or sharing their personal issues, but I'm not particularly interested in the problems of the Andorians as a species.
"Horn and Ivory" focuses solely on Kira, and is all the better for it. Firstly, it feels like Kira shouldn't have had to wait this long to be centre of attention for a while, but I get that there is build up in Avatar and Air and Darkness. I have some questions about how technologically developed Bajor was 30,000 years bp, but the story told there was solid and the last few chapters of this novella really captured a sense of weird science fictional wonder that I really enjoy. As I said, I wish it hadn't taken more than four novels of the relaunch to get her here, but this novella hopefully sets the tone for Kira's focus in the coming novels.
Overall these novels have been a delight to read in a year that's been horrendous, and I have great hopes for the series moving forward. I might not be sold on all of the new characters, but I am all-in for Taran'atar and I'm pretty happy with how most of the old characters are turning out, too.
September 2, 2013
This omnibus ebook contains the two-part Avatar, Abyss, Demons of Air and Darkness, and the novella Horn and Ivory. It picks up where the tv show leaves off. I read this book back in 2008, so this is a re-read for me. I loved all of the Star Trek tv shows, but I think DS9 is one of my favorites. This book definitely is a must read for DS9 fans!
November 21, 2021
I’ve intended for years to read the relaunch novels of 90s Trek, and given the intent to shut down this section of the novel universe, I figured it was time to jump in. Deep Space Nine was my favorite series, and I have a twisty map of books to read forward from this point, but it all began with Avatar.
It’s awkward to review four novels and one novella written by different authors, but I will say it got better as it went on. Avatar was a bit slow to get into, with lots of action followed by chapter after chapter of people talking about how bad things were and how slow the repairs were going. I think I enjoyed the final novella the most with a lot of great commentary on the character of Kira.
Highly recommended for those looking to get into the novels!
It’s awkward to review four novels and one novella written by different authors, but I will say it got better as it went on. Avatar was a bit slow to get into, with lots of action followed by chapter after chapter of people talking about how bad things were and how slow the repairs were going. I think I enjoyed the final novella the most with a lot of great commentary on the character of Kira.
Highly recommended for those looking to get into the novels!
September 14, 2015
Not my favorite Star Trek collection...but I have read worse.
May 14, 2021
This collection is pretty disjointed. It started out somewhat strong with Avatar, which is made up of two books. Book One picks up three months after the end of the DS9 series finale. It takes a little while for things to really get going, but it felt great revisiting the characters. I loved reading about how Nog loves to disappoint his uncle. And the complications of Ezri and Julian's love life make sense. It felt too neat and tidy how they got together on the series. Book Two is pretty much best summed up by the ending, where Jake waits for something to happen at the wormhole as he investigates a prophecy pertaining to his yet to be born sibling, and then it is only at the very end that something happens. It also includes TNG characters, though they don't feel like they really need to be there.
Unfortunately, this gripping cliffhanger is not picked up from in the books that follow in this collection, but rather in a later book called Rising Sun, from what I understand. Abyss is more of a Section 31 novel in which Julian thinks more about his abilities that he's had to hide, and there are comparisons between him and Khan that don't always feel necessary. Then there's a Gateway novel titled Demons of Air and Darkness, which I found less engaging. Then we end on the novella "Horn and Ivory," by which point I really felt done with this collection.
So in short, I am curious about Jake's story post-Avatar, and I feel like I really didn't need to read the other stuff.
Unfortunately, this gripping cliffhanger is not picked up from in the books that follow in this collection, but rather in a later book called Rising Sun, from what I understand. Abyss is more of a Section 31 novel in which Julian thinks more about his abilities that he's had to hide, and there are comparisons between him and Khan that don't always feel necessary. Then there's a Gateway novel titled Demons of Air and Darkness, which I found less engaging. Then we end on the novella "Horn and Ivory," by which point I really felt done with this collection.
So in short, I am curious about Jake's story post-Avatar, and I feel like I really didn't need to read the other stuff.
January 12, 2020
This is the first in a long series of "relaunch" books that continue the story of DS9 after the 7th season TV finale. I was always disappointed in the fact that DS9 had no movies, and sort of latched onto this as a substitute.
This is actually an omnibus of Avatar, which was originally published as 2 books. Not sure why it was retitled?
Will be difficult to appreciate if you are not a fan of (or remember) the TV show, but is otherwise well-done by Perry. No earth-shattering or literary breakthroughs here, not award-winning or even worthy of one, but that isn't the point at all. She captures the feel of DS9 very well and it really seems as though you are still watching it -- which is the raison d'etre.
This is actually an omnibus of Avatar, which was originally published as 2 books. Not sure why it was retitled?
Will be difficult to appreciate if you are not a fan of (or remember) the TV show, but is otherwise well-done by Perry. No earth-shattering or literary breakthroughs here, not award-winning or even worthy of one, but that isn't the point at all. She captures the feel of DS9 very well and it really seems as though you are still watching it -- which is the raison d'etre.
March 13, 2018
A Good Start
Like a lot of fandom books the tales in this omnibus are not amazing but they are at least good. The difficulty of taking the end of a long running series, especially one that tied itself up so well as DS9, and running with it is large but these step up to the task well and make me at least interested in reading more.
Like a lot of fandom books the tales in this omnibus are not amazing but they are at least good. The difficulty of taking the end of a long running series, especially one that tied itself up so well as DS9, and running with it is large but these step up to the task well and make me at least interested in reading more.
April 23, 2022
An epic saga
This is actually an omnibus consisting of books one & two of Deep Space 9: Avatar along with two other Star Trek novels related to Avatar. The stories are interesting & flow well and I enjoyed them.
I’d hoped that book two of Avatar would complete the story arc but sadly not. I’m going to try finding out what book or books actually does…
This is actually an omnibus consisting of books one & two of Deep Space 9: Avatar along with two other Star Trek novels related to Avatar. The stories are interesting & flow well and I enjoyed them.
I’d hoped that book two of Avatar would complete the story arc but sadly not. I’m going to try finding out what book or books actually does…
October 22, 2022
I mean, this was just lovely. The story doesn’t stop after the finale and I love them embracing that. What do you do when you feel like the story is over?
The Section 31 book made me slow down a bit, but once I pushed through I zipped through this relaunch. Kira as DS9 commander feels so right. And Elias Vaughn is a fascinating 2nd officer.
I want more!
The Section 31 book made me slow down a bit, but once I pushed through I zipped through this relaunch. Kira as DS9 commander feels so right. And Elias Vaughn is a fascinating 2nd officer.
I want more!
July 15, 2019
I give the collection a 3.5 overall, but the first two novels, “Avatar, books 1 and 2”, were fantastic and deserve a higher rating of 4.5. I highly recommend the Avatar books to all Star Trek Deep Space 9 fans. It is a MUCH better continuation and ending than season 7 gave us.
August 14, 2019
Feeds the desire for more Deep Soace 9
A really excellent start the continuation of the ds9 story. My only real complaint is that at some parts the stories seem rushed, with that said I cant wait to read the continuation.
A really excellent start the continuation of the ds9 story. My only real complaint is that at some parts the stories seem rushed, with that said I cant wait to read the continuation.
September 21, 2021
A lot of Trek
Like any collection like this, it’s a mixed bag and your mileage will vary. Ultimately, I mostly found it to be a lot of Star Trek in one go. Don’t get me wrong, I love Star Trek but I need a break now and then!
Like any collection like this, it’s a mixed bag and your mileage will vary. Ultimately, I mostly found it to be a lot of Star Trek in one go. Don’t get me wrong, I love Star Trek but I need a break now and then!
July 3, 2017
A solid continuation of the DS9 World
I wanted this to be more than it was, as I miss DS9 dearly. But once I settled in and accepted these books for what they are, I enjoyed them.
I wanted this to be more than it was, as I miss DS9 dearly. But once I settled in and accepted these books for what they are, I enjoyed them.
July 7, 2020
*counting this read for the novella at the end
Want to read
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December 28, 2022
More Trek
Another series of stories, all of them barn burners. It's so amazing how this saga cóntinues to branch out and continue on.
Another series of stories, all of them barn burners. It's so amazing how this saga cóntinues to branch out and continue on.
August 19, 2024
Excellent Must Read of Col. Kira
Amazing lot of information, and a great storyline all the way around. It would make an epic movie — any section.
Amazing lot of information, and a great storyline all the way around. It would make an epic movie — any section.
October 8, 2014
Twist of Faith is an omnibus collecting four Star Trek tie-in novels and a novella that continue the story of Deep Space 9 and its crew. In short: I loved this book. I’d wanted to read the beginnings of the DS9 relaunch for ages now and this omnibus edition was the perfect solution (as opposed to buying all the books separately).
The stories were all very well put together, giving attention (and a very good voice) to those regulars that were left behind on the station (or from elsewhere in the ST verse) at the end of the series while skillfully introducing new characters to round out the crew.
The books take place over the course of about a month, three months after the end of the tv series. This was also my only complaint about the books, since so much happens in all of them, it kinda feels like overload to have it take place all in one month. Although this could have been caused by reading all the books in a row without pause.
The first book starts with the station being attacked by Jem’Hadar after three months of relative peace and quiet. The station is still undergoing repairs and not at all equipped to deal with attack. Fortunately, they manage to survive, although not without casualties. Thus begins the search for how and why the Jem’Hadar attacked. Intertwined with this is Jake’s story as he tries to deal with his father’s disappearance and a mysterious prophecy he is given. The third strand is the murder investigation of a Bajoran Vedek who gave Jake the prophecy. The Jem’Hadar and murder strands are brought to a close by the second book. Jake’s story isn’t done yet, however, and he sets out to find his dad.
The third book is a Bashir-centered one where he, together with a few friends from DS9, goes off on a mission for section 31 to stop another genetically enhanced human. I found this one the weakest of the books, the solution seemed to be too easy. It felt a bit sudden.
The fourth book is a Gateways book, telling a story about the Iconian gateways that suddenly open throughout the galaxy. Here it just so happens that one of those gateways connects the Delta Quadrant with the orbit of a Beta Quadrant planet. A Malon waste freighter stumbles upon the gateway and decides to dump it’s toxic waste into it. The waste threatens the planet on the Beta Quadrant side and a massive evacuation needs to be undertaken to save the people. Against the backdrop of this evacuation a way is being sought to close the gateways while Quark gets in over his head trying to negotiate the buying of the gateways for the Orions.
The fifth story tells the tale of Kira who gets lost in a gateway at the end of the fourth book. It is a lovely story about Bajor’s past and offers insights into Kira’s mind.
All in all, it was a ride I enjoyed immensely and I can’t wait to continue the relauch series with the Mission Gamma books and Rising Son where we will finally learn (among other things) what happened to Jake.
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The stories were all very well put together, giving attention (and a very good voice) to those regulars that were left behind on the station (or from elsewhere in the ST verse) at the end of the series while skillfully introducing new characters to round out the crew.
The books take place over the course of about a month, three months after the end of the tv series. This was also my only complaint about the books, since so much happens in all of them, it kinda feels like overload to have it take place all in one month. Although this could have been caused by reading all the books in a row without pause.
The first book starts with the station being attacked by Jem’Hadar after three months of relative peace and quiet. The station is still undergoing repairs and not at all equipped to deal with attack. Fortunately, they manage to survive, although not without casualties. Thus begins the search for how and why the Jem’Hadar attacked. Intertwined with this is Jake’s story as he tries to deal with his father’s disappearance and a mysterious prophecy he is given. The third strand is the murder investigation of a Bajoran Vedek who gave Jake the prophecy. The Jem’Hadar and murder strands are brought to a close by the second book. Jake’s story isn’t done yet, however, and he sets out to find his dad.
The third book is a Bashir-centered one where he, together with a few friends from DS9, goes off on a mission for section 31 to stop another genetically enhanced human. I found this one the weakest of the books, the solution seemed to be too easy. It felt a bit sudden.
The fourth book is a Gateways book, telling a story about the Iconian gateways that suddenly open throughout the galaxy. Here it just so happens that one of those gateways connects the Delta Quadrant with the orbit of a Beta Quadrant planet. A Malon waste freighter stumbles upon the gateway and decides to dump it’s toxic waste into it. The waste threatens the planet on the Beta Quadrant side and a massive evacuation needs to be undertaken to save the people. Against the backdrop of this evacuation a way is being sought to close the gateways while Quark gets in over his head trying to negotiate the buying of the gateways for the Orions.
The fifth story tells the tale of Kira who gets lost in a gateway at the end of the fourth book. It is a lovely story about Bajor’s past and offers insights into Kira’s mind.
All in all, it was a ride I enjoyed immensely and I can’t wait to continue the relauch series with the Mission Gamma books and Rising Son where we will finally learn (among other things) what happened to Jake.
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August 17, 2015
I was almost dreading this book, because I so desperately wanted it to be good. Luckily, it didn't let me down! This book was everything I would want from DS9 if it had gone on for an eighth season. The plots were interesting, intricate and pulled no punches, the character development was meaningful, believable and thought out, and the new faces fit in perfectly!
Since this book contains several novels, I'll review them each:
Avatar Book 1 and 2:
These books were a fantastic start to the DS9 relaunch books. It felt exactly like watching a season opener for DS9. I really like the idea to bring Ro Laren into the story. I'm also really liking Shar and Taran'atar. The way they deal with the Ezri/Julian relationship was well done, too. That bothered me when then they got together in season 7, but I like how the books are handling it.
Abyss:
Overall a good story. It brings up a lot of moral questions, very much in the spirit of DS9, but does so without being overwhelmingly dark. I don't love Bashir's characterization in this, but given his history it makes sense he'd be a little out of sorts. Ezri on the other hand, is amazing all around. I love how resourceful she's shown to be, without ignoring her problems as a new and unintentional host.
Demons of Air and Darkness:
There was a lot going on in this book, and the plot is solid. What I liked best, though, were the small bits of characterization we get to see. Ezri's identity issues while dealing with the strain of command, Shar's conversation with his mother, Vaughn's quick thinking and intelligence...it's all building up for a very strong cast.
Horn an Ivory:
A short story almost entirely focused on Kira, this was an interesting look into Bajoran history, Kira's current frame of mind, and the Iconians. Overall, I really liked the juxtaposition of Kira's memories and the "current" events (uhm, in the past. yay time travel?). The end was especially well done, with Kira finally fully stepping into the role of station commander. Also, the part with the Iconians was very interesting and left me wondering.
Overall these books were great and I can't wait for more! I usually have a problem getting attached to new characters, but these books just pulled me right in.
Since this book contains several novels, I'll review them each:
Avatar Book 1 and 2:
These books were a fantastic start to the DS9 relaunch books. It felt exactly like watching a season opener for DS9. I really like the idea to bring Ro Laren into the story. I'm also really liking Shar and Taran'atar. The way they deal with the Ezri/Julian relationship was well done, too. That bothered me when then they got together in season 7, but I like how the books are handling it.
Abyss:
Overall a good story. It brings up a lot of moral questions, very much in the spirit of DS9, but does so without being overwhelmingly dark. I don't love Bashir's characterization in this, but given his history it makes sense he'd be a little out of sorts. Ezri on the other hand, is amazing all around. I love how resourceful she's shown to be, without ignoring her problems as a new and unintentional host.
Demons of Air and Darkness:
There was a lot going on in this book, and the plot is solid. What I liked best, though, were the small bits of characterization we get to see. Ezri's identity issues while dealing with the strain of command, Shar's conversation with his mother, Vaughn's quick thinking and intelligence...it's all building up for a very strong cast.
Horn an Ivory:
A short story almost entirely focused on Kira, this was an interesting look into Bajoran history, Kira's current frame of mind, and the Iconians. Overall, I really liked the juxtaposition of Kira's memories and the "current" events (uhm, in the past. yay time travel?). The end was especially well done, with Kira finally fully stepping into the role of station commander. Also, the part with the Iconians was very interesting and left me wondering.
Overall these books were great and I can't wait for more! I usually have a problem getting attached to new characters, but these books just pulled me right in.
May 23, 2008
This book was originally published as several separate novels, plus an additional short story. As much for my own sense of progress as anything else, I will try to make notes on each novel as I complete it.
Avatar Book One of Two (Star Trek Deep Space Nine): A nice, steady build-up of events and characters (old and new) leading into the next part.
Avatar Book Two of Two (Star Trek Deep Space Nine): Pacing and story remained excellent. The last chapter or two took it's time wrapping up loose ends, while leaving plenty of openings for the next book in the series to pick up. The epilogue was also nicely done, and I look forward to the follow-up.
Section 31: Abyss (Star Trek: Deep Space Nine): Structured more like a stand-alone episode, but much more in-depth due to the lack of time restraints, so the three or four different threads don't feel at all rushed or cut short. In particular, an excellent study of Dr. Bashir's relationship with his genetically enhanced heritage and Section 31.
Demons of Air and Darkness (Star Trek Deep Space Nine: Gateways, Book 4): Another fantastic continuation, taking place two weeks after Abyss. My only quibble is with the novella, "Horn and Ivory." Honestly, while after the fact I see H&I was originally published in a separate book, completing the series DoAaD was part of, I wish it had just been integrated into DoAaD -- or expanded into a full(er) novel. As H&I stands, I found it too short and a bit on the preachy side.
Avatar Book One of Two (Star Trek Deep Space Nine): A nice, steady build-up of events and characters (old and new) leading into the next part.
Avatar Book Two of Two (Star Trek Deep Space Nine): Pacing and story remained excellent. The last chapter or two took it's time wrapping up loose ends, while leaving plenty of openings for the next book in the series to pick up. The epilogue was also nicely done, and I look forward to the follow-up.
Section 31: Abyss (Star Trek: Deep Space Nine): Structured more like a stand-alone episode, but much more in-depth due to the lack of time restraints, so the three or four different threads don't feel at all rushed or cut short. In particular, an excellent study of Dr. Bashir's relationship with his genetically enhanced heritage and Section 31.
Demons of Air and Darkness (Star Trek Deep Space Nine: Gateways, Book 4): Another fantastic continuation, taking place two weeks after Abyss. My only quibble is with the novella, "Horn and Ivory." Honestly, while after the fact I see H&I was originally published in a separate book, completing the series DoAaD was part of, I wish it had just been integrated into DoAaD -- or expanded into a full(er) novel. As H&I stands, I found it too short and a bit on the preachy side.
February 3, 2016
This was a fun read and it satisfied my "what happens next" curiosity (mostly - very disappointed that Jake's story did not resolve in this book - I looked it up on Memory Beta). But this omnibus is about Kira's storyline and her arc goes all the way through and is resolved beautifully in The Ivory and the Horn. Very nice.
The Avatar books were fun, but a little too much in the Enterprise crew's heads - I would rather have spent time with Nog dealing with his PTSD while having a Jem H'Dar on the station than knowing what Riker or Troi or Beverly thinks about this moment. But I was so happy to have more of Ro Laren! I always liked her character and was disappointed when she disappeared in season 6 of TNG. And her relationship with Quark is priceless, it's nice to have someone around who truly appreciates him.
I enjoyed Abyss quite a bit, and I was surprised by that. I had trouble warming to the new Dax the first time around, although subsequent viewings seem to see me liking Ezri more each time, but I never thought her relationship with Bashir was a good idea. This book made it work. And while I was never a huge Bashir fan, I liked him here.
Demons of Air and Darkness was when I realized that I was reading novelized episodes of a new season of DS9 and there was no way I was going to find out all the things I want to know. But it was a fun episode.
All in all, I like the new characters and had a lot of fun reading this. If I had unlimited reading time I would continue down this rabbit hole.
The Avatar books were fun, but a little too much in the Enterprise crew's heads - I would rather have spent time with Nog dealing with his PTSD while having a Jem H'Dar on the station than knowing what Riker or Troi or Beverly thinks about this moment. But I was so happy to have more of Ro Laren! I always liked her character and was disappointed when she disappeared in season 6 of TNG. And her relationship with Quark is priceless, it's nice to have someone around who truly appreciates him.
I enjoyed Abyss quite a bit, and I was surprised by that. I had trouble warming to the new Dax the first time around, although subsequent viewings seem to see me liking Ezri more each time, but I never thought her relationship with Bashir was a good idea. This book made it work. And while I was never a huge Bashir fan, I liked him here.
Demons of Air and Darkness was when I realized that I was reading novelized episodes of a new season of DS9 and there was no way I was going to find out all the things I want to know. But it was a fun episode.
All in all, I like the new characters and had a lot of fun reading this. If I had unlimited reading time I would continue down this rabbit hole.
April 23, 2008
A good continuation to the Deep Space Nine series. I say good when the geek in me wants to say great, but unfortunately I have to say the last author in the book, Kieth R. A. DeCandido, is not the strongest of the bunch and he takes up the last 3rd of the book. The first too book in this collection are excellent, and manage to capture entirely the personalities of the character as well as the flavor of the world. The second book is my favorite as it focuses around Bashir and another genetically enhanced human. It may be that the plot of the last book is not my exact cup of tea, as it focuses around dealing with a planetary disaster. But I just don't think that DeCandido captures the personalities of the characters well, especially Kira Nerys. Under DeCandido's pen, Nerys seems to revert from tough resistance fighter turned station commander, into just unsure normal person. Now don't get me wrong, I know that she is just a normal person underneath it all but she is more than that as well. I think of it as the way I think of Frank Herbert's "Dune", tough people for tough times. Nerys is tough, and I don't want to see her soft, or at least not so soft she seems "not tough". I don't know how else to describe it. Read the book for yourself if you loved the tv series, because it is a good continuation and I can't wait to read the next collection. But DeCandido pulls the overall quallity of the book down from excellent to just good.
February 4, 2009
I have been a lover of Star Trek:DS9 series on television during its seven years and started reading the books just recently and the first one I picked up was this book because it continues with the series right after it ended its series run.
This book contains the books: Avatar Book 1 & 2 by S.D. Perry, Abyss by David Weddle, Demons of Air & Darkness by Keith R.A. DeCandido, and the novella Horn & Ivory. It happens 3 months after during a month or two period.
This book I thought had a great storyline about it in continuing the story after the fact that everyone is still looking for Captain Sisko while trying repairs and updates to everything and the occasional attacks from rogue jem'Hardar. While trying to get on with life. The characters have their own personal battles they deal with as they move on which was great. The characters also become closer with each passing day. The characters also have a hard time dealing with getting along without Captain Sisko around.They are still dealing without him around which makes people stronger in becoming better at what they do.
All in all I like this book and its continuing of the series even though its not on television anymore. The storyline is great and the characters have moved on with everything.
This book contains the books: Avatar Book 1 & 2 by S.D. Perry, Abyss by David Weddle, Demons of Air & Darkness by Keith R.A. DeCandido, and the novella Horn & Ivory. It happens 3 months after during a month or two period.
This book I thought had a great storyline about it in continuing the story after the fact that everyone is still looking for Captain Sisko while trying repairs and updates to everything and the occasional attacks from rogue jem'Hardar. While trying to get on with life. The characters have their own personal battles they deal with as they move on which was great. The characters also become closer with each passing day. The characters also have a hard time dealing with getting along without Captain Sisko around.They are still dealing without him around which makes people stronger in becoming better at what they do.
All in all I like this book and its continuing of the series even though its not on television anymore. The storyline is great and the characters have moved on with everything.
August 18, 2016
These were actually . . . pretty good? The first three are solid, in the way DS9 episodes were solid. Nice characterization, interesting plots, some thoughtful explorations of "important themes," Julian Bashir being a dork/surprisingly dark. And they have some of the delights of the show, too: hello, Lt. Nog!!!! Doing your job! Making new friends!! Nog is actually the best part of DS9 that isn't Garak or baseball.
The prose is kind of invisible, which I think is the way to go. There are some nice surprises that you could't pull off in a visual format, and I think the books are clever to use those every chance they get - it's savvy storytelling, since the TV show is the primary text, right? So you're expecting the genre tricks of a visual medium - you let your guard down. But now there are a bunch of different tricks, often quite ably deployed.
The fourth book and its accompanying novella are definitely weaker than the first three, but still, you know, okay. They all could have used more Garak. But the use of the Jem'Hadar here is really interesting, I thought.
The prose is kind of invisible, which I think is the way to go. There are some nice surprises that you could't pull off in a visual format, and I think the books are clever to use those every chance they get - it's savvy storytelling, since the TV show is the primary text, right? So you're expecting the genre tricks of a visual medium - you let your guard down. But now there are a bunch of different tricks, often quite ably deployed.
The fourth book and its accompanying novella are definitely weaker than the first three, but still, you know, okay. They all could have used more Garak. But the use of the Jem'Hadar here is really interesting, I thought.
March 3, 2015
Short version: if you are a fan of the TV series Deep Space Nine, you MUST read this book (books).
This is an omnibus of the first four books (plus one short story) in the DS9 post-series books, often called the "DS9 Relaunch" by fans. If you liked the TV series, you must read these books, either in this omnibus form or as I did, originally, as separate titles (Avatar books 1 & 2, Abyss, Demons of Air and Darkness, and the story "Horn and Ivory" which appears in one of the Tales from the Captain's Table books). Freed from the constraints of television (i.e. limited special effects budgets and actor availability), the story of Deep Space Nine expands, with old favourite characters and many compelling new ones.
I'm glad I picked up this omnibus, since I don't own copies of the separate books.
This is an omnibus of the first four books (plus one short story) in the DS9 post-series books, often called the "DS9 Relaunch" by fans. If you liked the TV series, you must read these books, either in this omnibus form or as I did, originally, as separate titles (Avatar books 1 & 2, Abyss, Demons of Air and Darkness, and the story "Horn and Ivory" which appears in one of the Tales from the Captain's Table books). Freed from the constraints of television (i.e. limited special effects budgets and actor availability), the story of Deep Space Nine expands, with old favourite characters and many compelling new ones.
I'm glad I picked up this omnibus, since I don't own copies of the separate books.
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