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Cyberpunk / steampunk author Jeter's second novel. First published here as a Laser Book, June 1976. Original science fiction novels, three Laser Books were issued per month beginning August 1975 until the line folded in February 1977. ... Read more

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Early work of a phenomenal SF Author
I will start this review with the disclaimer that I love everything that K. W. Jeter has written. If you haven't read his work, beyond his well known but most formulaic books with the Blade Runner series or his Star War entries, you should search on his name and read some. While not his best work if you enjoy observing an author grow and evolve you'll like this book.

This book, written at least 35 years ago and published in the pulp sf format, presages many of the ideas that became SF genres a decade latter. Jeter's ideas like P.K. Dick's were ahead of their time and inspired a generation of writers. He wrote cyberpunk, and steampunk before either of these formula's hit mainstream.

Jeter is best as a character driven author, exploring the inner landscapes of persons drawn along through mysterious plots and devices. Usually set in dystopian post-apocalyptic worlds, he disdains introductory chapters that explain the world of each book. Requiring an active reader, willing to guess at the parameters of bookspace, his books are often like your first experience of a search and solve computer game. You will often find yourself thinking, "What's going on here?" and looking back a few pages for, "Did I miss something?" If you like being challenged while reading Jeter's for you.

This book anticipates virtual reality and shared constructive fantasy that will become a part of the SF lexicon a decade later. Read this for its well told story or if you care about the roots of ideas.

Finally; not a review of this book but a recommendation of another book (Dr. Adder) written by this author at about the same time, but not published for a decade by a too-timid and conservative SF publication community during the 70's that couldn't abide fresh ideas. This is a hard to find book, but it is well worth the effort. ... Read more

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Lightly Used First Printing Hardcover Edition published by Pocket Books, N.Y., 1995, 345 pages in "Like-New" Condition, there is slight scuffing from shelf wear but this is very minor.. A very nice clean copy. Highly respected science fiction novelist, K.W. Jeter has concocted a gripping tale that pits Commander Sisko against the most dangerous foe he has ever faced. We ship within 24 hours of your purchase with a Delivery Confirmation. ... Read more

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The pregnancy of Newcomer Cathy Frankel by her human boyfriend, Matt Sikes, ignites tensions city-wide as extremist groups who fear the implications of the birth of the first half-human/half-Newcomer child threaten Cathy's safety. The danger escalates when the medical facility treating Cathy is attacked, forcing her into seclusion. Meanwhile, George Francisco is drawn into a Newcomer cult headed by a mysterious messianic figure. Obsessed with the cult, George quits the police force to devote all his time to his new religion. Now with his partner gone, Sikes must defend his newborn baby from a hostile band of criminals determined to destroy anyone who's different-- even an innocent child. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (3)

Least favorite of the Alien Nation novels
This book felt like it was two separate, half-written, main stories wedged between one cover.The cult storyline starts the book and gets more or less written out when it could have been an excellent stand-alone instead of a poorly inserted afterthought.The pregnancy feels like it came straight out of fanfiction, just for the sake of screwing with the parents.Albert's storyline, a case of why bother putting it in since it has no bearing at all on the main disassociated storylines, was skipable without having to worry about missing anything.

Sadly, the writing itself is very good as is the characterization in this book, it's just not very well put together as a package.

Too bad this was the last of the series.

very good book!
This is an excellent book that fits into the saga well. Very touching in places, outraging in others. Definately a good read.

Sci Fi - good story
Nicely fits into the Alien Nation saga. Liked it well. ... Read more

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The Perpetual Engine of Hope, a collection of short stories inspired by vintage Las Vegas photographs, takes you on an epic journey from the heyday of the mob era to a dystopian future of dashed dreams. No matter the genre, from crime noir to horror, psychological drama to urban fantasy, these stories have something compelling to say about Las Vegas and its ability to inspire hope even amid the most dire circumstances. Along the way, the writers revel in the city's rich past and ponder its uncertain future, the historic images driving them to consider Las Vegas from fresh and illuminating perspectives. ... Read more