Sean Randall reviewed Into the Void by Peter David (Star trek, new frontier -- bk. 2)
Review of 'Into the Void' on 'Goodreads'
4 stars
"I see you're determined to make this about you."
"Frankly, sir, since I'm the only one here aside from you, I think it's a thing for me to do."
As humorous in the first instalment in its own right, this title lacked some of the pacing - perhaps because it was simply an extension of the first story and showed our characters setting up.
"Feel free to sit," Calhoun invited. "I wish to remain taller than you," replied Si Cwan.
The fun is still there and so are some new characters, including Burgoyne 172, Zak Kebron, Mark McHenry, and Robin Lefler (who had some screen time). We also learn about the history of the Thallonian Empire, which seems to firm up the fact that something is brewing on that front. Things seem to be coming to a head, what with the Thallonians arming themselves for battle with Cwan, Calhoun's brother …
"I see you're determined to make this about you."
"Frankly, sir, since I'm the only one here aside from you, I think it's a thing for me to do."
As humorous in the first instalment in its own right, this title lacked some of the pacing - perhaps because it was simply an extension of the first story and showed our characters setting up.
"Feel free to sit," Calhoun invited. "I wish to remain taller than you," replied Si Cwan.
The fun is still there and so are some new characters, including Burgoyne 172, Zak Kebron, Mark McHenry, and Robin Lefler (who had some screen time). We also learn about the history of the Thallonian Empire, which seems to firm up the fact that something is brewing on that front. Things seem to be coming to a head, what with the Thallonians arming themselves for battle with Cwan, Calhoun's brother having been ordered to do something about him, and the "Grissom incident" still a taboo part of Calhoun's history. not to mention Burgoyne's flirtation with Selar. All this and more is sure to erupt soon...