- Paperback: 352 pages
- Publisher: Boulevard (Mass Market) (December 1997)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1572972785
- ISBN-13: 978-1572972780
- Product Dimensions: 17.8 x 12.7 x 2.5 cm
- Shipping Weight: 227 g
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
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From Library Journal
A dramatization of the first part of a trilogy by romance novelist Chester, this story might best be described as The Jungle Book meets Star Wars. Its protagonist is a warm, furry feline who gradually learns the cruel extent to which the reptilian Viis rulers oppress her race. Although the recording lasts only three hours, the story unfolds so slowly that one almost welcomes the periodic blasts of loud music. However, those who do stay alert will not be rewarded, for the story ends just as it starts to get interesting. One may well skip this part altogether and wait for the second and third installments. Recommended only for libraries whose patrons prefer movies to books.AR. Kent Rasmussen, Thousand Oaks, CA
Copyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Copyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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Here is an epic set in a far distant universe--a saga of faraway planets and of races strange and more fantastic than an ever seen on our world. Yet their struggles are universal: for justice, for freedom, for peace. "Lucasfilm's Alien Chronicles" is a sweeping adventure that will transport you to another time, and to another place, where a legend is about to be born. (Science Fiction) .
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5.0 out of 5 stars
The Other Lucasfilm Trilogy,
By "dragon_angel" (Nova Scotia, Canada) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Alien Chronicles: The Golden One (Audio Cassette)
When I first picked up this book, it was an arbitrary choice at a local library - I hefty sci-fi novel with interesting cover illustrations and 'Lucasfilm' on the front. Within pages of the beginning I found myself deeply immersed in a science fiction epic not quite like anything I had read thusfar. Lacking any human characters, the book posesses a beautifully designed cultural landscape, full of diversity and social complexity, the perfect setting for tales of oppression, courage, betrayal, and heroism. Yes, this is likely not the first time you will have heard a story like this - certainly not if you are familiar with the Exodus section of the Old Testiment, or have at least seen the Prince of Egypt. Though worth noting, this point of questionable originality is easily overlooked whenever such a story is told supperlitavely well - and this one is. One of the things I truly enjoyed about this book is that both protagonist - an Aaroun slave with the heart of a heroine - and antagonist - the Viis princess of an tyrannical kingdom - characters are female. This is not to say that is only for the female readers out there - there is a balance in the cast, set with the help of the co-protagonist, a Kelth streetkid named Elrabin. I will refrain from saying more, other than I don't recommend ONLY reading this book. As with the more well-known Star Wars trilogy, each book is only as good as it is in context with the others. And so I present 'The Golden One', the first installment of the must-read 'Alien Chronicles' trilogy.
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Terrific-- Would recommend to any sci-fi/fantasy fan,
By Donald K Moore "Donald" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Lucasfilms Alien Chronicles 01 The Golden One (Mass Market Paperback)
Overall, I can't find a single thing I didn't like about this book, though I did spend a lot of time wondering when the two storylines would connect....The author didn't rely on fancy spaceships or technology to further her story; the development of the characters and their changing views of life were the main driving force and it suited the story perfectly. A near perfect blend of fantasy and inner character struggles. Ampris's story was believable and tragic, and sets the stage perfectly for the next novel, which so far is just as good. This does not work as a stand-alone book, but it wasn't meant to and I'd be pretty ticked if it was a stand-alone because I would want more. :) I've been looking for a good non-Star Wars fantasy book for some time, and I definitely found it in this book. It took me forever to pick it up because I was both absorbed in Star Wars and fearful the series would suck and be a waste of money. I was wrong. I will definitely be disappointed once I finish reading this story, because I'll hate to see it end. 2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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An Absolute Favorite,
By Robyn MacKinnon - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Lucasfilms Alien Chronicles 01 The Golden One (Mass Market Paperback)
This is one of those creations that comes along every so often and blows you away. The author uses characters as diverse and fascinating as the backgrounds they come from: Ampris is an Aaroun and the heroine of the trilogy, who begins her life as both abiru slave (abiru is the word the Viis use for all other races) as well as pampered pet and best friend too the Viis princess. She is later to play a major part in the overthrowing of the tyrannical Viis empire - Isrei is the spoiled Viis princess to whom Ampris is both pet and cherished friend, and who will later become ruler of the Viis empire - Finally there's Elrabin, a young Kelth who learns about growing up on the streets the hard way, and who will later join Ampris in the fight of her life. Their story is set in a captivating world unlike any other, and the plot that brings their lives together is an inspiring story about a struggle for freedom. If you are the least bit interested in science-fiction, or even if you're not, this book is sure to make a lasting impression.
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Wow!,
By Cara - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Lucasfilms Alien Chronicles 01 The Golden One (Mass Market Paperback)
"The Golden One", the first in the trilogy that Deborah Chester has written is fantastic. I read "The Crimson Claw" (2nd novel) first, because I spotted it in the local grocery store. "The Golden One" is an impressive novel because the intertwining stories of Ampris, Israi and Elrabin helped me get a very clear view of the Viis Empire. Israi's father, the Kaa, is a very interesting character as well, and I enjoy seeing him ignore the fact that his empire is crumbling and indulging the sri-Kaa (Israi). I think the artwork on the back of the book is very good, for I enjoy sci-fi art. I once tried reading Star Wars books, but it was just too much for me. There's too many of them, just like Star Trek books! Anyway, I hope you enjoy "The Golden One" as much as I did.
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