Synopsis: On silver wings they sail the darkwind between uncounted
worlds, the ships of the Pax Galacticus, rules of the galaxy. Their journeys
are mostly routine. But when a revel privateer ambushes the Pax frigate
Shendridan, First Master Serg Dresiv finds himself in charge of a stricken
vessel, a decimated crew, and complement
of rebel prisoners – including their cunning and heartless commander, the
beautiful but deadly Thyne Haught-Cargil. As Serg struggles to save the ship
and bring the rebels to trial, Thyne plots her escape and the destruction of
the
Shendridan. Until they all come face-to-face with a massive armada of
unknown origin and terrifying power – and Serge and Thyne suddenly find
themselves reluctant allies in a desperate battle to save humanity. (from the back of the book)
Review: This was my first Hickman novel. I was not impressed. He builds complex worlds, populated by complex people, but there is something off about his story writing. I just couldn't get into it. The book failed to hook me from the first, and barely kept my attention. I couldn't tell you what about the story or book I didn't like, it just seemed...boring and cliched and overly complex without meaning. I finished it because I did want to see the end. But I guess it was intended to be the first in a series that never got written, as the book ends without completing the story. I know the story will appeal to many people, but it didn't to me.
Bookmarks: 6 of 10
Awards: None
ISBN: 0-553-57302-0
Year Published: 1996
Date Finished: 2-19-2016
Pages: 376
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