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Stargate Atlantis #19
The Furies
The Enemy Within
When disaster strikes, the Atlantis team resort to desperate measures in their bid to save Doctor Rodney McKay from the clutches of Queen Death.
With the lives of McKay and Colonel Sheppard at stake, Teyla Emagan must once again assume the role of Queen Steelflower as she attempts a dangerous subterfuge – a subterfuge made more complex by a tentative alliance with Guide, the Wraith once known as Todd. But in order to deceive Queen Death, Teyla must embrace her Wraith heritage more closely than she has ever done before. So closely that she may lose herself forever…
As the web of intrigue, deceit and betrayal grows ever more tangled, this thrilling installment of the Legacy series takes the team into the very heart of darkness.
When disaster strikes, the Atlantis team resort to desperate measures in their bid to save Doctor Rodney McKay from the clutches of Queen Death.
With the lives of McKay and Colonel Sheppard at stake, Teyla Emagan must once again assume the role of Queen Steelflower as she attempts a dangerous subterfuge – a subterfuge made more complex by a tentative alliance with Guide, the Wraith once known as Todd. But in order to deceive Queen Death, Teyla must embrace her Wraith heritage more closely than she has ever done before. So closely that she may lose herself forever…
As the web of intrigue, deceit and betrayal grows ever more tangled, this thrilling installment of the Legacy series takes the team into the very heart of darkness.
282 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 20, 2012
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July 1, 2012
I am still enjoying the amount of characterization in the Legacy series, and the way they have expanded on the relationships as shown in the TV show. This volume ends in an exciting cliffhanger, after some very promising developments. I have to say, though - I loved Atlantis mostly because of Rodney McKay, who has been almost entirely absent from the last 3 books. I'd really appreciate seeing this Quicksilver storyline wrapped up so I can read a story that actually includes Rodney himself.
March 15, 2013
I really like the Wraith story line but I'm losing interest in Kellar. Not much forward movement regarding Rodney. Ready to wrap this up...
February 6, 2021
Incredible continuation of this epic story. The story is much faster moving this time which made it much more enjoyable. While the characters jump off the page at me as if I were watching an episode of the show, there was one serious problem. Somehow when this book was edited, they failed to create the breaks between one scene and another. So you are reading a section with Rodney and his problem and suddenly Shepherd says something. Now of course we know that Shepherd isn't there with Rodney, but it creates that moment of confusion and pulls you out of the story. This is unfortunate since this happens many times within a chapter, and each time it does it makes it harder to get back to the story. I've not been able to devour this story as I usually did just for that reason. I get frustrated with the breaks and the confusion and put it down. It's really unfortunate because the author deserved better than what the editor did for them.
However, if you go in knowing this happens it might help you. If you are a Stargate fan, this story is an absolute must because of all the answers it gives from "will they won't they" to more about the Ancients. Well worth the trouble.
However, if you go in knowing this happens it might help you. If you are a Stargate fan, this story is an absolute must because of all the answers it gives from "will they won't they" to more about the Ancients. Well worth the trouble.
July 15, 2018
This book was a bit slow plot wise, but I really enjoyed it. I just love this universe so much and even if I had to read about some mundane things I would be happy.
I am always surprised by how much more I am able to fall in love with these characters. Also there are a lot of philosophical/life questions here which doesn't feel shoehorned in. Really good.
Only I didn't get why it's called The Furies? In my head I renamed this "The Book of Feels".
I am always surprised by how much more I am able to fall in love with these characters. Also there are a lot of philosophical/life questions here which doesn't feel shoehorned in. Really good.
Only I didn't get why it's called The Furies? In my head I renamed this "The Book of Feels".
August 2, 2018
Atlantis is Wraithed again
I have this book 4 stars instead of 5 not because the story was bad, it was fun and had me on the edge of my seat, building in intensity, but only because the formatting lacked scene breaks. One minute I'm reading about Teyla then suddenly I'm reading a scene with Carter's POV. A little mental adjustment, but otherwise a thoroughly enjoyable sequel and I'm on to the next in the series!
I have this book 4 stars instead of 5 not because the story was bad, it was fun and had me on the edge of my seat, building in intensity, but only because the formatting lacked scene breaks. One minute I'm reading about Teyla then suddenly I'm reading a scene with Carter's POV. A little mental adjustment, but otherwise a thoroughly enjoyable sequel and I'm on to the next in the series!
September 28, 2018
Bah! This ends like a mid-season cliffhanger! Well played Jo Graham; well played. >)
I'm positively loving the insites into Wraith culture and history and the epic battle sequences in this very compelling plot line.
I think I would have adored these episodes if the screen writers could have been true to every nuance and emotion. I certainly have every faith that the cast could have done them justice if only given the chance.
I'm positively loving the insites into Wraith culture and history and the epic battle sequences in this very compelling plot line.
I think I would have adored these episodes if the screen writers could have been true to every nuance and emotion. I certainly have every faith that the cast could have done them justice if only given the chance.
July 17, 2017
More of a 3.5 stars than a 4 but felt overall it deserved marking up rather than down.
Another enjoyable instalment in the series on the whole, but a few repetitive moments.
Another enjoyable instalment in the series on the whole, but a few repetitive moments.
June 29, 2021
Same old fanfic
August 10, 2012
The post-finale "Legacy" series has been one of the better examples of this tie-in novel strategy. Other shows have used novels (or, more recently, comics) to finish out or otherwise extend the story beyond the televised adventures. The example that most resembles the "Legacy" concept, in my mind, is the "Roswell" set of novels that wrapped up that show's mythology.
"Legacy" has been most successful in its approach to the characters. Over the course of the four books already released (out of a total of six), the vast majority of the page count has been devoted to in-depth character study and evolution of relationships. That's not to say that there hasn't been plenty of action; it's just that the authors have been more focused on the characters than the actual episodes tended to be. The characters are actually changing, growing, and evolving.
It's important to keep that in mind, because despite bringing the second act of "Legacy" more or less to a close, "The Furies" is remarkably low on action. The very end has a stirring action sequence, and there's a big moment in the first half, but more than 90% of the book is devoted to characters talking to one another. Enjoyment of this novel is going to depend greatly on one's patience for that sort of material, especially when entire chapters roll by with conversations and E-mails to off-page characters that merely allude to a larger context.
For fans of the entire franchise, particularly "SG-1" and "Atlantis" and those focused on certain possible romantic relationships, this is all gravy. But it does mean that the pacing is sometimes slow and erratic, and there are times when it feels like there's no clear direction to the narrative. One gets the sense of pieces moving on the board, but the game plan isn't apparent. This is, by far, the least focused of the "Legacy" novels to date.
The highlight of the novel would have to be Teyla's plot thread, which ties back into her character's history in several important ways. It's also connected to the ongoing exploration of Todd/Guide's character, and by extension, the deeper exploration of the Wraith, which has been a highlight of the "Legacy" books. All too often, giving too much context to the enemy can undermine their effectiveness; this is not the case for the Wraith in "Legacy".
There is more than enough here to sustain the interest of any die-hard "Stargate: Atlantis" fan, and since one is likely to be that devoted if they are looking for further adventures, then this is highly recommended for that audience. Casual fans may find that it meanders a bit too much for their taste, and references enough of the "Stargate" franchise's history to make some connections and thought processes a bit confusing. But to be honest, I doubt too many casual readers would be picking this up in the first place.
February 23, 2016
The Furies- Atlantic is book #4 in the Legacy series of companion book to the TV series Stargate Atlantis. The Legacy series continues where the TV series finished.
In this book the team from Atlantis are still trying to rescue Rodney who has been captured by the Wraith and transformed into one of their own whom they have named Quicksilver. He has been commanded to interface a ZPM power device into one of Queen Death's hive ships. Inside his mind Rodney's memories stir and he remembers who he really is.
Back on Earth Wolsey is being questioned by the IOA over previous events in Atlantis. He could lose his job unless General O'Neill can come up with a good plan. There are more concerns when Atlantis goes off grid for 19 days and SG-1 are assembled and ready for a rescue mission if necessary.
The Wraith known as Todd proposes working with Dr Keller on a new retrovirus, a drug which would stop humans dying when fed upon by the Wraith. It is a proposal which causes many ethical arguments.
When Queen Death demands a face to face with Steelflower, Queen of Todd's ship, Teyla dons her Wraith disguise and the team make a plan for one final attempt to rescue Rodney.
There were a few places in this book where the story slowed, particularly with several story-telling episodes and people reminiscing. However the build up to the ending of this book was very exciting and I am eager to know how it all pans out in the next book.
In this book the team from Atlantis are still trying to rescue Rodney who has been captured by the Wraith and transformed into one of their own whom they have named Quicksilver. He has been commanded to interface a ZPM power device into one of Queen Death's hive ships. Inside his mind Rodney's memories stir and he remembers who he really is.
Back on Earth Wolsey is being questioned by the IOA over previous events in Atlantis. He could lose his job unless General O'Neill can come up with a good plan. There are more concerns when Atlantis goes off grid for 19 days and SG-1 are assembled and ready for a rescue mission if necessary.
The Wraith known as Todd proposes working with Dr Keller on a new retrovirus, a drug which would stop humans dying when fed upon by the Wraith. It is a proposal which causes many ethical arguments.
When Queen Death demands a face to face with Steelflower, Queen of Todd's ship, Teyla dons her Wraith disguise and the team make a plan for one final attempt to rescue Rodney.
There were a few places in this book where the story slowed, particularly with several story-telling episodes and people reminiscing. However the build up to the ending of this book was very exciting and I am eager to know how it all pans out in the next book.
May 20, 2021
Teyla takes on the role of Queen Steelflower once more, setting herself up as the leader of Wraith opposition to Queen Death and forming a new alliance between Atlantis and Guide. Dr. Keller returns to Guide's hiveship to attempt work on a project that if successful might change life in the Pegasus galaxy as we know it: A retrovirus designed to allow humans to be fed on by the Wraith without causing any permanent damage. And finally, the team undertake one last attempt to retrieve McKay...
I loved to see Teyla step into her role as Wraith queen again, the concept made for a very intriguing episode in the TV show and I'd been rather hoping the authors would make use of it for this series. All in all, Jo Graham has once again done an outstanding job!
I loved to see Teyla step into her role as Wraith queen again, the concept made for a very intriguing episode in the TV show and I'd been rather hoping the authors would make use of it for this series. All in all, Jo Graham has once again done an outstanding job!
July 29, 2023
This one was a little boring in places, like Sams e-mails and her talking about her past, and other characters talking about things completely unrelated to the story. There is pointless scene after pointless scene. That kind of stuff can be good if it adds to the story, but here it seems like it's added in to pad the book length. Aside from that, this was good.
It was funny how scared Ronon was of a kitten.
Is anyone else thinking that at one point, when Zelenka is talking about Teyla, he implies that he's gay? That could have been a fun storyline when the show was on.
It was funny how scared Ronon was of a kitten.
Is anyone else thinking that at one point, when Zelenka is talking about Teyla, he implies that he's gay? That could have been a fun storyline when the show was on.
August 14, 2012
Loved it!
Second best way to wrap up a great series!
the most important reason why I did not give it 5 stars was because of how the wraith have a new thing going on all of a sudden!
This should NOT have been introduced in the books! but I can live with it!
maybe a bit more drama then the series but I feel that it does not hinder the way the story progresses, more a welcome addition!
Second best way to wrap up a great series!
the most important reason why I did not give it 5 stars was because of how the wraith have a new thing going on all of a sudden!
This should NOT have been introduced in the books! but I can live with it!
maybe a bit more drama then the series but I feel that it does not hinder the way the story progresses, more a welcome addition!
January 28, 2017
The Furies was a vast improvement over previous novels in the series.
I liked the focus on the Wraith. Specifically, whether or not they are people. And as a people do they deserve to be victim to genocide, even if their existence is a threat? Teyla's story in particular lent great shades of grey to these questions as how much like your enemy can you be without being the enemy?
These questions did a wonderful job giving the story some deserved weight.
I liked the focus on the Wraith. Specifically, whether or not they are people. And as a people do they deserve to be victim to genocide, even if their existence is a threat? Teyla's story in particular lent great shades of grey to these questions as how much like your enemy can you be without being the enemy?
These questions did a wonderful job giving the story some deserved weight.
April 13, 2013
The struggle to save Rodney and stop Queen Death continues with a fast pace. This segment features a lot of Sam Carter and Teyla, both of whom get to kick some butt. The characters felt right and I am still enjoying the storyline. This series has been perfect to fill the Stargate void. My one complaint is it ends on a major cliffhanger and the next book doesn’t come out for several months!
May 2, 2013
This book just didn't blow my hair back. It started strong and then fizzled to boring stories that slowed the pace down. It took me forever to finish this book. It ended strongly with a great cliffhanger but I'm just not up to reading the next volume anytime soon. Frankly you can skip the entire middle part of this book and not miss anything important!
September 2, 2014
Teyla becomes a wraith to try and rescue Rodney. Sam takes over the running of Atlantis. This book is all about girl power, with Teyla, Jennifer and Sam being the focal characters. There's some really good character moments here, and adds quite a bit to all their back stories. The ongoing plot works, and dont read this unless you've read the whole Legacy series so far. A good read.
January 8, 2016
Enjoyable continuation of the story but I wasn't hooked (took me ages to read as I am trying to get rid of my physical books!! so don't often pick up the kindle) but am interested in reading the next one as this ended on a really good point!
October 7, 2014
An excellent book!
July 9, 2013
I liked this one better than parts of the earlier books - less time with new characters we don't know, more going on, less yak - but of course it had to end with a cliffhanger!
September 13, 2013
WTF just happened?
December 18, 2016
Definitely a worthy read; the rescue for Rodney continues, Teyla's masquerade as a Wraith Queen is reborn, and a bit of a cliffhanger ending makes one wonder where Book #20 will go :-)
February 4, 2022
Nail biter!!!!
Second Time Read. Good
Second Time Read. Good
April 25, 2020
Very slow
May 6, 2021
The Sheyla is strong with this one.
July 19, 2012
not as good as the other three books but still very good.
August 8, 2014
better than part 3
August 31, 2016
I read it
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