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Stargate SG-1 #30
Insurrection
Between a rock and a hard place…
SG-1 faces a terrible choice. With the lines between friends and enemies blurring, the team must choose where their loyalties lie—and how much they’re willing to risk to save their world.
While Dr Daniel Jackson and Teal’c return to the refugee colony on Arbella, in search of allies in the coming battle for Earth, Colonel O’Neill and Major Carter discover a piece of Ancient technology that could change the future—and the past. But if using the device results in their own extinction, do they have the right to sacrifice their new friends to save a world they’ll never know?
In this thrilling conclusion to the STARGATE SG-1 Apocalypse trilogy, SG-1 must decide how far they’ll go in the battle for Earth’s future.
STARGATE SG-1: Insurrection
You still haven’t answered Carter’s question,” O’Neill said. “What do you want with us?”
Hecate paused for a moment, as if changing tack. “Very well,” she said. “To put it simply, I need your help.”
The colonel barked a laugh. “And why the hell would we help a Goa’uld?”
“Because we share a mutual objective.”
“Oh, I doubt that.”
Frowning slightly, Hecate tipped her head. “Wrong again, Colonel. We both want to free this world—this galaxy—from the Wraith, and to destroy the abominations that their queen is creating.”
“You know about that?” Daniel said. He sounded cautious, interested despite his better judgment. “About the Goa’uld-Wraith hybrid?”
“I know a great deal, Daniel. Including how to destroy them—all of them.”
“All the hybrids? You mean there’s more than one?”
“There will be.” Hecate swept her imperious gaze across them as if measuring each in turn. “There will be thousands.”
Sam’s stomach clenched at the prospect, but she couldn’t contradict Hecate’s assertion; they’d seen the tank of symbiotes in the Wraith lab on Earth, they’d seen the Wraith being bred as hosts. Queen Shadow was building an army.
“Janet Fraiser always believed that one day the great SG-1 would return to save Earth,” Hecate continued. “Many doubted her. Many called her faith foolish and condemned her as a traitor. But now you have the chance to prove that she was right, that her faith in you was justified.” Hecate’s smile was suddenly very much like Janet’s, full of quiet conviction and stoicism. “Your world needs you,” she said. “How could you possibly turn your backs?”
SG-1 faces a terrible choice. With the lines between friends and enemies blurring, the team must choose where their loyalties lie—and how much they’re willing to risk to save their world.
While Dr Daniel Jackson and Teal’c return to the refugee colony on Arbella, in search of allies in the coming battle for Earth, Colonel O’Neill and Major Carter discover a piece of Ancient technology that could change the future—and the past. But if using the device results in their own extinction, do they have the right to sacrifice their new friends to save a world they’ll never know?
In this thrilling conclusion to the STARGATE SG-1 Apocalypse trilogy, SG-1 must decide how far they’ll go in the battle for Earth’s future.
STARGATE SG-1: Insurrection
You still haven’t answered Carter’s question,” O’Neill said. “What do you want with us?”
Hecate paused for a moment, as if changing tack. “Very well,” she said. “To put it simply, I need your help.”
The colonel barked a laugh. “And why the hell would we help a Goa’uld?”
“Because we share a mutual objective.”
“Oh, I doubt that.”
Frowning slightly, Hecate tipped her head. “Wrong again, Colonel. We both want to free this world—this galaxy—from the Wraith, and to destroy the abominations that their queen is creating.”
“You know about that?” Daniel said. He sounded cautious, interested despite his better judgment. “About the Goa’uld-Wraith hybrid?”
“I know a great deal, Daniel. Including how to destroy them—all of them.”
“All the hybrids? You mean there’s more than one?”
“There will be.” Hecate swept her imperious gaze across them as if measuring each in turn. “There will be thousands.”
Sam’s stomach clenched at the prospect, but she couldn’t contradict Hecate’s assertion; they’d seen the tank of symbiotes in the Wraith lab on Earth, they’d seen the Wraith being bred as hosts. Queen Shadow was building an army.
“Janet Fraiser always believed that one day the great SG-1 would return to save Earth,” Hecate continued. “Many doubted her. Many called her faith foolish and condemned her as a traitor. But now you have the chance to prove that she was right, that her faith in you was justified.” Hecate’s smile was suddenly very much like Janet’s, full of quiet conviction and stoicism. “Your world needs you,” she said. “How could you possibly turn your backs?”
241 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 1, 2016
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About the author
Sally Malcolm
38 books291 followersSally Malcolm was bitten by the m/m romance bug in 2016 and hasn’t looked back. It’s fair to say she’s obsessed with the genre. She has four contemporary m/m romances out, set in the fictional Long Island seaside town of New Milton.
She's also the author of eight Stargate novels and novellas, including the hit "Apocalypse" trilogy. She has penned four Stargate audio dramas for Big Finish Productions, including Stargate SG-1: "An Eye for an Eye" starring Michael Shanks, Claudia Black, and Cliff Simon.
Sally lives in South West London.
She's also the author of eight Stargate novels and novellas, including the hit "Apocalypse" trilogy. She has penned four Stargate audio dramas for Big Finish Productions, including Stargate SG-1: "An Eye for an Eye" starring Michael Shanks, Claudia Black, and Cliff Simon.
Sally lives in South West London.
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September 30, 2022
solid ending to the linked trilogy. a little anticlimactic but there was no other way it could’ve ended.
February 9, 2017
As a conclusion to the Apocalypse series I was looking forward to this. Sadly it was disappointing on some levels. It hits a very slow and boring stride about half-way through. This is what made me take a month break before returning to finish the rest of it. It does pick up again but Book III lacks the emersion of the previous two. Spends a little to much time keeping SG-1 separated on different tasks. The plot line and existence of the hybrid; though explained well, was severely underutilized. The book failed to make the threat seem as big as it actually was. Characters were portrayed well as always but the story itself just lacked something the previous books didn't. Lastly I'm very disappointed that this story was made into an alternate timeline and keeps it there. And now we got another alternative universe that is left open enough for a book IV that will never come. Don't call it a conclusion unless you actually end the story. Ending the book with a cliffhanger left a slightly bitter aftertaste. This is the first Stargate book i've read that I can't give more then three stars to.
February 2, 2017
I had to wait for a year for this book to come out but the waiting was worth it. I couldn't put the book down and although I've been working 16 hours long shifts I managed to finish the book within three days. Sally and Laura did a great job capturing the behaviour of SG1. It was as if I was watching one of the episodes. I really enjoy the way the authors write. I'm sure this book will please every single SG1 lover and especially Jack&Sam shippers. All the twists and turns were incredible and even though you feel like you have it figured out really soon, suddenly there is some new turn you didn't add into consideration. I already know I have to re-read it again.
October 9, 2024
Great ending for a great trilogy. I thoroughly enjoyed these books, they're definitely among the best TV tie-in novels (for any fandom) I've come across - right up there with the SGA: Legacy series. Of course, now I very much want to read more about this alternate universe...
May 10, 2018
If any of the details of this review seem vague, it's only because I publish these reviews on my blog, and don't want to give anything too big away. This novel is one big spoiler alert!
I started the "Apocalypse" trilogy in 2016, reading the first two books that year. I hadn't forgotten the overall plot of the first two books, but I did forget some details. Thankfully, "Insurrection" had a nice recap of the first two books at the beginning. It took me a little longer to get into this story, but that's only because I hadn't read a Stargate SG-1 novel in about a year. But no worries, once I the story got going, I was engaged.
SG-1 find themselves in a hard place. There is clearly no divide in who their friends and enemies are, and well, they're still stuck in a future where Earth in 2098 has been destroyed by their enemies. The team struggles to put this future right, giving their past counterparts the opportunity to not allow it to happen...in more ways than one.
I sorta knew what I was expecting going into this novel, having clearly remembered the ending of the second story, but it didn't make the revelation off the get-go any easier for me. The sinister agenda of the Goa'uld Hectate, coupled with the body of a beloved friend, is unsettling to say the least. The descriptions of the conditions of Earth in 2098, as well as the Wraith and their agenda, are visually stimulating The one thing I love about the Stargate novels is how easy it is to visualize (in episodic form) what is happening. I can picture these novels as episodes. I haven't really watched any episodes in two years, but six years' worth of watching has given me all the details I need. I just have to use my imagination.
The plot is excellent, the pacing is perfect, and the ending left me satisfied. For some reason, I was expecting a totally different ending, but I liked what actually happened (sorry, trying to keep this as spoiler-free as possible). And including the Wraith in an SG-1 novel that takes place five years before the start of the Atlantis Expedition is just awesome. As always, O'Neill manages to maintain his smartass appeal (he's hands down my favorite character), even in the face of being Wraith sustinance.
If you've already read "Hostile Ground"(Part 1) and "Exile" (Part 2), then you need to find out how this all ends. And if you're finding this book first, go back! Please, go back and read the first two!
Recommendation: Highly Recommend!
I started the "Apocalypse" trilogy in 2016, reading the first two books that year. I hadn't forgotten the overall plot of the first two books, but I did forget some details. Thankfully, "Insurrection" had a nice recap of the first two books at the beginning. It took me a little longer to get into this story, but that's only because I hadn't read a Stargate SG-1 novel in about a year. But no worries, once I the story got going, I was engaged.
SG-1 find themselves in a hard place. There is clearly no divide in who their friends and enemies are, and well, they're still stuck in a future where Earth in 2098 has been destroyed by their enemies. The team struggles to put this future right, giving their past counterparts the opportunity to not allow it to happen...in more ways than one.
I sorta knew what I was expecting going into this novel, having clearly remembered the ending of the second story, but it didn't make the revelation off the get-go any easier for me. The sinister agenda of the Goa'uld Hectate, coupled with the body of a beloved friend, is unsettling to say the least. The descriptions of the conditions of Earth in 2098, as well as the Wraith and their agenda, are visually stimulating The one thing I love about the Stargate novels is how easy it is to visualize (in episodic form) what is happening. I can picture these novels as episodes. I haven't really watched any episodes in two years, but six years' worth of watching has given me all the details I need. I just have to use my imagination.
The plot is excellent, the pacing is perfect, and the ending left me satisfied. For some reason, I was expecting a totally different ending, but I liked what actually happened (sorry, trying to keep this as spoiler-free as possible). And including the Wraith in an SG-1 novel that takes place five years before the start of the Atlantis Expedition is just awesome. As always, O'Neill manages to maintain his smartass appeal (he's hands down my favorite character), even in the face of being Wraith sustinance.
If you've already read "Hostile Ground"(Part 1) and "Exile" (Part 2), then you need to find out how this all ends. And if you're finding this book first, go back! Please, go back and read the first two!
Recommendation: Highly Recommend!
November 29, 2017
A fun jaunt in the Stargate Universe
The Stargate series (plural) is among my favorites to have watched, and I love the universe that our characters play in. I enjoyed the first two books in this trilogy. Even so, I found the third installment slower and less interesting. The chapters sometimes moved quickly but other times ambled along.
Not to seem too picky (and that is what comes of being an editor and reading just about anything), but the book has a higher-than-average level of errors in grammar, usage, and spelling. I point those errors out only to offer helpful feedback, not to be harsh or judgmental. ("I don't do it to be popular, Niles.") They are jarringly distracting and take away from the pleasure of immersing oneself in the story.
And I realize this is not a mistake, per se, but the prevalence of British idioms also distracts. Often I would encounter words I didn't recognize, such as "rota," and my Kindle dictionary would supply a definition that began with "chiefly Brit." The syntax also is distinctly British, what with "different to" instead of "different from" and the like. Having Sam Carter speak in UK English isn't true to her character, for instance. Again, those aren't errors; they're simple differences in dialect. Besides, our characters (for the most part) spoke U.S. English in the shows, in accordance with their own backgrounds. With the U.S.–Canadian origins of the Stargate franchise, though, I wonder why the book wasn't edited to use the idiomatic standards of the TV show. (I understand that Fandemonium is a British outfit.)
Only because I know the characters so well from the TV series was I able to mentally adjust and flesh out what the characters in the book were trying to be. Nevertheless, I'm glad that I read the book, if for no other reason than to have finished the trilogy. The headline of this review does indeed reflect my feelings (and, frankly, any headline is more interesting than just specifying the number of stars). I think the story has potential for going further, but I don't know whether that's the plan. The story nicely incorporates aspects of Atlantis, and without question the plot is fun.
The Stargate series (plural) is among my favorites to have watched, and I love the universe that our characters play in. I enjoyed the first two books in this trilogy. Even so, I found the third installment slower and less interesting. The chapters sometimes moved quickly but other times ambled along.
Not to seem too picky (and that is what comes of being an editor and reading just about anything), but the book has a higher-than-average level of errors in grammar, usage, and spelling. I point those errors out only to offer helpful feedback, not to be harsh or judgmental. ("I don't do it to be popular, Niles.") They are jarringly distracting and take away from the pleasure of immersing oneself in the story.
And I realize this is not a mistake, per se, but the prevalence of British idioms also distracts. Often I would encounter words I didn't recognize, such as "rota," and my Kindle dictionary would supply a definition that began with "chiefly Brit." The syntax also is distinctly British, what with "different to" instead of "different from" and the like. Having Sam Carter speak in UK English isn't true to her character, for instance. Again, those aren't errors; they're simple differences in dialect. Besides, our characters (for the most part) spoke U.S. English in the shows, in accordance with their own backgrounds. With the U.S.–Canadian origins of the Stargate franchise, though, I wonder why the book wasn't edited to use the idiomatic standards of the TV show. (I understand that Fandemonium is a British outfit.)
Only because I know the characters so well from the TV series was I able to mentally adjust and flesh out what the characters in the book were trying to be. Nevertheless, I'm glad that I read the book, if for no other reason than to have finished the trilogy. The headline of this review does indeed reflect my feelings (and, frankly, any headline is more interesting than just specifying the number of stars). I think the story has potential for going further, but I don't know whether that's the plan. The story nicely incorporates aspects of Atlantis, and without question the plot is fun.
March 13, 2025
As this is the 3rd in a trilogy, I was starting to get a little confused about shifting alliances, who was trustworthy, motivations, etc. I was very happy the authors gave us the short recaps for books 1 and 2 at the beginning of this book.
I would really love to give this book a 4.5 star. Four because of the confusing shifting alliances and what happens with Janet; Five because with all the talk of a possible new Stargate series, this would be a GREAT taking off place for it!
I would really love to give this book a 4.5 star. Four because of the confusing shifting alliances and what happens with Janet; Five because with all the talk of a possible new Stargate series, this would be a GREAT taking off place for it!
October 31, 2018
Really loved this trilogy, from the beginning to the end. Few grumbles along the way in terms of some logical flows could have been handled in a more elegant way, missing atlantis characters (sure it's a prequel, but to have sg1 on atlantis without McKay seemed weird), and I was just baffled at O'Kane - he seemed to be set up to play a much grander role, to the point where I was wondering if he wasn't who he said he was, but he kind of disappears along the way.
Still, though. Very tightly plotted, compellingly written, a very fun ride that results in a glorious mess.
Still, though. Very tightly plotted, compellingly written, a very fun ride that results in a glorious mess.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 31, 2020
The first half of the book was a bit slow. Finally SG-1 was on the same page again, but still the first half just didn't captivate me as other books do.
The second half was completely different. It was fast paced and I just could not stop reading. At the end, I was literally crying. But in the end Earth got its happy ending and maybe even Sam and Jack.
So all in all, if the book had been completely like the first part, I would have given it two stars, but with the well written, captivating second part it's definately worth four stars.
The second half was completely different. It was fast paced and I just could not stop reading. At the end, I was literally crying. But in the end Earth got its happy ending and maybe even Sam and Jack.
So all in all, if the book had been completely like the first part, I would have given it two stars, but with the well written, captivating second part it's definately worth four stars.
January 2, 2020
To be honest, I am bit disappointed by this one. I loved the story set up in the previous two books of the series and was very eager to find out how everything can be tied up. Unfortunately, the third book didn't manage to grip me like the first two did and it was a bit hard to get through it, especially during the middle part. Ultimately, I like how everything ended and did enjoy the overall story, but this just dragged on a little too much for me.
May 5, 2017
The final book in the apocalypse trilogy was so worth the wait (even if I was wildly impatient). After reading the first 2, I was fairly certain I knew how it had to be resolved, but Sally Malcolm and Laura Harper (an excellent collaborative team) managed to surprise me. It was excellent. All S/J shippers will be happy.
August 27, 2022
The 3 part ended how you think more a cliffhanger has it becomes into either red-con, or alternate dimension category do in all it has no real point for the main timeline has it left many plot points to explore even no answer to give.
October 15, 2022
Good until the ship began
This was a good third book in the trilogy until the authors rolled out the Sam/Jack shippiness, then it all went downhill. If you're going to write a book in a specific television universe, you need to not deviate from it with personal wishes.
This was a good third book in the trilogy until the authors rolled out the Sam/Jack shippiness, then it all went downhill. If you're going to write a book in a specific television universe, you need to not deviate from it with personal wishes.
July 15, 2017
Great way to feed my Stargate addiction. Well written, true to character, good story.
November 18, 2017
Very satsifying end to the Apocalypse trilogy. Really good
July 15, 2018
A fitting ending
A fitting and satisfying ending to a fabulous trilogy. It was well-crafted from start to finish, and continually entertaining to read.
A fitting and satisfying ending to a fabulous trilogy. It was well-crafted from start to finish, and continually entertaining to read.
August 25, 2018
an entertaining installment in the Stargate novel universe.
January 12, 2020
I've always had trouble following action/battle scenes when I read and this book had a lot of that. But, otherwise, I could not put this book down! A very satisfying, and unexpected, ending.
February 16, 2020
A fantastic conclusion to a trilogy I didn't want to like - but ended up loving anyway.
April 2, 2021
A bit too long.
Not a fan of the Wraith, a rating for all 3 books, 2.5 stars
Not a fan of the Wraith, a rating for all 3 books, 2.5 stars
August 18, 2021
This was a fun conclusion to the trilogy.
February 5, 2024
this is definitely the best Stargate book I've read so far! the characters are actually in-character, interesting plot and very well written!
February 2, 2017
Sam! And! Jack! Are! Cannon! Fuck yes!!!
December 15, 2016
Book lll
Is there anyway to get this series an award? I have never been as blown away by anything Stargate as I have reading this. The first two books were fantastic, but this one is mind blowing. Everytime one gets a handle on a situation...boom!!! There are more twists in this book than an I-95 exit. Brings a new meaning to "I didn't see that one coming!". The snakeheads, the Wraith, O'Neill, yeah two lls, alternative timelines that... gotcha!!! No more spoilers!!! This third book ties everything together so well, it is crazy good. Yeah, I recommend it for all Stargates fans. You are not gonna believe it. Well done S. Malcolm. Truly hope you continue to write Stargate books. Since you kinda blended SG1 and Atlantis, how bout hoping over to the Pegasus galaxy and do a book or three with John, Rodney, and the gang? I will be on the lookout. Come on Stargate fans...you gotta read this series and be prepared for the third book...oops! Sorry...you can't. Indeed.
Is there anyway to get this series an award? I have never been as blown away by anything Stargate as I have reading this. The first two books were fantastic, but this one is mind blowing. Everytime one gets a handle on a situation...boom!!! There are more twists in this book than an I-95 exit. Brings a new meaning to "I didn't see that one coming!". The snakeheads, the Wraith, O'Neill, yeah two lls, alternative timelines that... gotcha!!! No more spoilers!!! This third book ties everything together so well, it is crazy good. Yeah, I recommend it for all Stargates fans. You are not gonna believe it. Well done S. Malcolm. Truly hope you continue to write Stargate books. Since you kinda blended SG1 and Atlantis, how bout hoping over to the Pegasus galaxy and do a book or three with John, Rodney, and the gang? I will be on the lookout. Come on Stargate fans...you gotta read this series and be prepared for the third book...oops! Sorry...you can't. Indeed.
December 3, 2016
The final chapter
A brilliant finale to this series of books, didn't disappoint, the storyline kept me enthralled, and the ending, the twists and turns all kept the anticipation alive. I loved it, I don't believe in giving any of the plot away, if you enjoyed the first two books, then you have to read this!
A brilliant finale to this series of books, didn't disappoint, the storyline kept me enthralled, and the ending, the twists and turns all kept the anticipation alive. I loved it, I don't believe in giving any of the plot away, if you enjoyed the first two books, then you have to read this!
January 3, 2020
Best of the three
The third in the Apocalypse series- this one was my favorite- SG-1 was back on track and the ending was fitting. Need to read 1st and 2nd books first or it won't make any sense.
The third in the Apocalypse series- this one was my favorite- SG-1 was back on track and the ending was fitting. Need to read 1st and 2nd books first or it won't make any sense.
December 7, 2016
Keep them coming!
Would love to see a universe in which both Sg-1 and the Atlantis team were working together over a series of TBC Novel's. This 3 book series is definitely worth the time of old and new Stargate fans alike.
Would love to see a universe in which both Sg-1 and the Atlantis team were working together over a series of TBC Novel's. This 3 book series is definitely worth the time of old and new Stargate fans alike.
December 31, 2025
This is the final book in the SG-1 Apocalypse series.
This is a fantastic conclusion to the trilogy. Everything is wrapped up as well as time travel and alternate reality stories can be wrapped up. I can see myself coming back to re-read this series in the future.
This is a fantastic conclusion to the trilogy. Everything is wrapped up as well as time travel and alternate reality stories can be wrapped up. I can see myself coming back to re-read this series in the future.
February 2, 2017
Good ending to the trilogy, really enjoyed it.
December 25, 2016
Although I am still reading this book,I feel it is a very fast pace full of twists and turns with all the time traveling.I hope it goes well for SG-1
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