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As he sat in the center seat of the U.S.S. da Vinci's bridge, the young officer knew all eyes were on him. Read the first page

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5.0 out of 5 stars A different and fascinating facet of "Star Trek"!, Jun 16 2004

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Eric (New York) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Foundations (Star Trek: S.C.E.) (Mass Market Paperback)

I definitely recommend this one for avid "Star Trek" fans who yearn for newer characters and storylines. Even though I grew up with the Original Series Star Trek, I also came to love TNG as well and, later, VOYAGER and ENTERPRISE. Being an avid fan of sci-fi in general, however, it would be an injustice on my part not to mention the many other old and new sci-fi works that both led me to Star Trek and which have forever forged my love for all sci-fi works: "Stranger in a Strange Land", "Puppet Masters", "Foundation", "2001", "2010", "Rendezvous with Rama", "Ringworld", all the "Star Trek" and "Star Wars" books, as well as books as new to the genre as "Advent of the Corps" and others.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Highly Entertaining, April 9 2004

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Jacqueline Bundy (Calabasas, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Foundations (Star Trek: S.C.E.) (Mass Market Paperback)

The first full-length Starfleet Corps of Engineers novel, "Foundations" is a story that offers something for any Star Trek fan that enjoys passing some time with a good book.

Set within a 24th century framing story that sees the crew of the USS da Vinci attempting a dramatic rescue of a runaway vessel, authors Dayton Ward and Kevin Dilmore take the reader back to three key S.C.E. missions set during the 23rd century in a tale that explores the origins and evolution of the Starfleet Corps of Engineers.

Utilizing flashbacks to tell a story certainly isn't original but it definitely works well in this instance. Each of the three flashback stories is a complete and interesting story on their own. Ward and Dilmore know how to engage your attention from the opening paragraph of a novel and spin a highly entertaining tale.

Originally released as an eBook trilogy in 2002, as a full-length novel Foundations is an even more effect story without the recapping needed when a story is broken down into individual parts. Well paced and carefully plotted, "Foundations" is mighty satisfying reading in a number of ways.

The 24th century framing story effectively sets up each jump back to the past while at the same time provides it's own interesting dilemma. Using the same characters, the crew of the USS Lovell, in each of the three flashbacks provides continuity and good flow to the overall narrative while at the same time allowing the reader to get to know and appreciate the characters, particularly Commander Mahmud al-Khaled. Al-Khaled, like the da Vinci's Commander Sonya Gomez, commands a crew of unique individuals you can't help but like.

Ward and Dilmore have a real knack for writing dialogue that very effectively brings the individual characters to life.

If you are not already a follower of this popular series, then give "Foundations" a try. It's a perfect opportunity to be introduced to a wonderful set of characters that fulfill a distinctive role and provide a fresh and unusual perspective to the Star Trek universe. Best of all, it's a fun read.

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5.0 out of 5 stars First dose of SCE, Mar 22 2004

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B. Everett "branicxerosea" (Pacifc Northwest) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Foundations (Star Trek: S.C.E.) (Mass Market Paperback)

This was my first dip in the Starfleet Corps of Engineer world and I have to say I will be swimming again with the crew of the 'USS da Vinci.' This is basically three stories that of the initial crew of the SCE and a much younger Scotty.

I enjoyed seeing the aftermath of the reckless Captain Kirk as he explored the galaxy. The problems he created and the SCE had to clean up, seemed very realistic and creative. Each adventure felt complete and help extend the adventures of the original Enterprise.

Since this was my first step into the SCE, I felt partially at a loss and out of touch with some characters. The book was great and I will be picking up more adventures with the SCE crew.

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