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graff_fuller's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I need to think about how I feel about this story. I've got good thoughts, and bad thoughts. It eventually did a good job, showing the knife's edge that is needed for this type of work, but also how it effects the people you are around.
I will come back...with more thoughts...later.
I'm back.
Section 31 is one of those departments with Starfleet that is complicated. They do things that NO one wants to be responsible for their actions. Yes, they've done good things, but they have also done HORRIBLE things. There's a balance, but I fear that Section 31 is a group of people that stand ABOVE the law, and I'm not good with that.
I understand Bashir's frustrations with being genetically altered, without his desires being taken into account (his father is now bearing the burden of his actions). I do believe that Bashir is trying to do his best...with who/what he is.
On the other hand, Lachen is NOT like Bashir. They are similar in being genetically altered, but one is doing MORE harm, but Bashir's trying to "Do NO harm."
The story isn't perfect, but it gets this point across fairly well...and enjoyed it.
Next...to read...Demons of Air and Darkness. So, that's what I'll be reading next.
I will come back...with more thoughts...later.
I'm back.
Section 31 is one of those departments with Starfleet that is complicated. They do things that NO one wants to be responsible for their actions. Yes, they've done good things, but they have also done HORRIBLE things. There's a balance, but I fear that Section 31 is a group of people that stand ABOVE the law, and I'm not good with that.
I understand Bashir's frustrations with being genetically altered, without his desires being taken into account (his father is now bearing the burden of his actions). I do believe that Bashir is trying to do his best...with who/what he is.
On the other hand, Lachen is NOT like Bashir. They are similar in being genetically altered, but one is doing MORE harm, but Bashir's trying to "Do NO harm."
The story isn't perfect, but it gets this point across fairly well...and enjoyed it.
Next...to read...Demons of Air and Darkness. So, that's what I'll be reading next.
jonathan_lee_b's review against another edition
4.0
Star Trek: Section 31: Abyss is a big veggie sandwich with a little cookie inside.
jazzypizzaz's review against another edition
3.0
some parts of the ending were wrapped up too neatly and I'm not sure I understood all the implications of the "twists", but overall a fun read that follows up on Bashir's relationship with section 31.
gingerreader99's review against another edition
4.0
Sitting around a 3.5 for me. Obviously I would have loved to see the characters I know and love but the new cast are suitable. The ending pushes it above 3 stars. Alluding to more, the reveal of those who oppose 31 and a happy ending for the Ingavi. Otherwise it was a completely serviceable novel and an excellent Bashir focused one at that.
alexbe2ab4's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
jecamp86's review against another edition
4.0
Another terrific addition to the DS9 cannon that was a quick read and continuation of the series
psychology4introverts's review against another edition
Need to be in the mood for this. Kindle version.
brom's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Good book, solid story.
Touched on a lot of interesting topics that the show never did.
I cared way more about the new characters than I would’ve anticipated.
Touched on a lot of interesting topics that the show never did.
I cared way more about the new characters than I would’ve anticipated.
wynwicket's review against another edition
4.0
The best of the Section 31 series, set in the DS9 era after the television series ended. A genetically-enhanced Starfleet scientist calling himself the second Khan is building up his own Jem'Hadar army, threatening the peaceful local population (the arboreal Ingavi) and trying to start a war on a massive scale.
Our Heroes are Dr. Bashir, Ro Laren, Ezri Dax, and liberated Jem'Hadar Taran'atar. The story is fast-moving, with great characterization, and some interesting new developments. Also, a good ending.
Our Heroes are Dr. Bashir, Ro Laren, Ezri Dax, and liberated Jem'Hadar Taran'atar. The story is fast-moving, with great characterization, and some interesting new developments. Also, a good ending.