kstep1805's review
3.0
Writing books that follow well known characters from TV shows is always a challenge. Picking lesser known and new characters helped make this book much more readable than others I've read. The story was full of intrigue and Garak is one of my favorite DS9 supporting characters.
lindsb's review against another edition
4.0
Without giving away too much (spoilers!), I loved this! But about half way through it I decided I was going to hate The Fall series. But there were so many turns that it was like a truly great mystery book.
judenoseinabook's review against another edition
4.0
IT didn't concentrate on the usual STNG/ DS9 characters, although they were there so wasn't sure about it to begin with. But then it grabbed me and made me care about what happened to Cardassia and the leading characters - always had a soft spot for Garek, even though he'd obviously been a bas.... in the past!
marciatch's review against another edition
Cardassia is incredibly interesting to read about. so is Garak.
siria's review against another edition
2.0
This is the kind of undemanding read that's ideal for those times when you're waiting for a delayed flight in an airport—but the picture of Cardassian politics in general, and the maneuverings of Elim Garak in particular, that it presented was a little too straightforward for me to really buy.
yoshi83's review against another edition
4.0
Round this up to 4.5 stars. This is a wonderful Star Trek story.
shereadsshedrinks's review against another edition
5.0
One of my favorite Star Trek novels to date. Una McCormack is so talented.
sailsgoboom's review against another edition
4.0
An exciting Cardassian plot, full of political intrigue and crime noir and heart-stopping twists. Excellent Garak characterization-- expertly balances his charm, sentimentality, and intelligence with his deviousness and danger. McCormack's background in sociology shines through to create a nuanced, fascinating portrait of Cardassian society-- rebuilding post-war and attempting to become independent without falling into old destructive habits. My only critique is relatively minor-- the exceptional dramatic tension through the first 3/4 of the book means that the last 1/4 is spent unravelling all the twists introduced and wrapping up the story, which feels unbalanced. Overall, a book that cements McCormack as a favorite scifi author.
may63536's review against another edition
Cardassia is incredibly interesting to read about. so is Garak.
bokelsker's review against another edition
5.0
I have been disappointed by many of the recent Star Trek books. The whole Typhon pact setting is depressing and dull, formerly fascinating species rendered mundane, meh all around. But this book was wonderful, with a tight plot and characters I wanted to get to know. Also, nice to see the much abused Garak having some good moments. About time to have a book ending with a sense of optimism again.
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