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Publisher:Pocket Books (Simon & Schuster)
Release Date: 3 December 2002
ISBN: 0743457722
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Format Reviewed: Hardback
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Genre: SF/Film Tie-In
Reviewer: Rachel A Hyde
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Nemesis
StarTrek
By
J M Dillard (novelization)

     If you are a Star Trek fan, you have probably been wondering when they were going to come up with another film, and here it is. For those who don’t want any plot-spoilers, it is best to wait until you are in the cinema, but if you are bursting to find out the plot, then read on. This novelization is available for both adult readers and younger fans which is a great idea, and in the middle of each book are several stills from the film. There is also an introduction in the adult book that talks about how the story evolved and at the end, more about the making of the film and its actors, plus some black and white behind-the-scenes stills. This is the sort of book that would make a great gift for the Trekkie in your life!

     So, what is it about? Riker and Troi have at last decided to tie the knot, and the book starts with their wedding in Alaska and the Captain thinking that nothing will be the same any more, as the crew is breaking up to pursue other careers away form the Enterprise. But before the honeymoon can take place the whole crew is off on a covert diplomatic mission to Romulus in order to attend negotiations for peace. But there is trouble brewing from Remus, the sister planet to Romulus, where the inhabitants live in eternal darkness and labor as slaves for their Romulan masters. At long last it seems the planet has found a voice in the shape of Shinzon, a very human-looking being whose appearance bears a striking resemblance to Picard’s…

     It is always fascinating to read about a new alien species, and I wonder if this will be the only appearance of the Remans, or even if this is the final film. The story runs along classic Star Trek lines with the gallant crew risking all to save the Federation, sneaky Romulans hatching plots and some noble sacrifices along with the thrilling space battles. Not the most imaginative of stories and I felt that the whole thing lacked depth, but on the big screen I imagine it will look wonderful and most fans will be gripped, at least for the duration of the picture. Reading about what goes on behind the scenes was particularly interesting, and the thought that goes into the creation of any new aspect to the show. Essential for the bookshelf of any true Trekkie, I am sure.

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