mirpanda277's review against another edition
4.0
A thoroughly good read for this Janeway fan. I think the one objective complaint I have is that the story glazes over how her friendships (with other girls) shaped her. Her female friendships were only catalysts to the next guy, it seemed to me. At least her relationship with her sister was something of substance. Ultimately the story left me with the impression that Taylor thought Janeway was a "Idk why but I just can't be friends with other women" kind of woman--and I. Hate. That. And strong, female leaders were glimpsed but never formed a true connection with Janeway.
Moving to subjective, personal opinion territory, I also (ironically) wish there had been more romantic action with the men! (Not Cheb tho.) I was craving a romantic/sexual scene with both Justin and Hobbes. But this was a sci-fi/action read, not a romance novel, so I won't hold it against the book.
But half a star is deducted because I spent too much time in Neelix's head. On that point, Jeri Taylor: Thanks, I hate it.
Moving to subjective, personal opinion territory, I also (ironically) wish there had been more romantic action with the men! (Not Cheb tho.) I was craving a romantic/sexual scene with both Justin and Hobbes. But this was a sci-fi/action read, not a romance novel, so I won't hold it against the book.
But half a star is deducted because I spent too much time in Neelix's head. On that point, Jeri Taylor: Thanks, I hate it.
sternchenauge's review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I love the back and forth between Janeway's memories and what is happening in the present.
johhnnyinla's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
drunkandreading's review against another edition
4.0
The storyline taking place during the crew's present wasn't all that engaging. I really enjoyed the flashbacks of Kathryn Janeway's life before Voyager.
rebecita's review against another edition
3.0
fammy's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
lighthearted
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
ajbrunner's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
settonz's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
amyz001's review against another edition
5.0
Really enjoyed this one, a wonderful tapestry of events in Janeway life that shaped her to be the Captain of Voyager - as written by one of the main original writers of the TV series. Engrossing, exciting and empathetic - a must read for any Voyager fans.