David Mack (2) (1969–)

This is the first book of this sub-series that I've read. I was able to follow along well (the main characters are from the TNG verse) and enjoyed the story. It stands well on it's own although you can tell that it hooks into a larger arc. I particularly liked how it shows the darker aspects of the Federation, and the consequences of those actions. It also makes the characters question their views of what the Federation is, and behaves.

I also enjoyed the part where Riker finally gets off his butt and takes a command. It was also nice to see Data acknowleged for his work. … (more)

So, wowsers. Lots of fan service in this book. This is the first book I've read of the Post-Nemesis books that deals with what happened after the events of Star Trek: Nemesis and Star Trek: Enterprise went off the air. A great many characters and races mentioned in other episodes are used. I finally know the history behind the art of my May 2007 Star Trek Ships of the Line calendar with the Columbia NX-02 crashed on a desert planet.

Some elements of the story, especially towards the end were a tad predictable, but only if you were paying attention I suppose. In fact I purposely had to cover the last few paragraphs so I didn't accidentally glance at them as I read the second-to-last page because I thought I knew what was happening but didn't want to spoil it for myself.

The characters are for the most part treated correctly. They may not be exactly as they were on the show, but a few years have taken place and people change. A lot has happened in those years.

I greatly enjoyed this book and look forward to reading the next one very soon.… (more)