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3.0 out of 5 stars Like a double-length episode of the original series, Jan 8 2004

By	Joseph P. Menta, Jr. (Philadelphia, PA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

As "Mission to Horatius" was the very first Star Trek "tie-in" novel, this sturdy little hardback reprint is worth checking out for historical interest alone. But if you cut it a bit of slack and forgive some of the overly broad plotting and comedy, it actually does a fair job of providing a few hours of genuine entertainment. It certainly delivers the flavor of the original show, before countless Trek novels had added layers of subtle characterization and other levels of sophistication to the original mythos. Not that those latter improvements are bad, but it was nice to read a story that, aside from the longer length, felt just like an original Trek episode. Fun, and worth seeking out.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Back again after all these years..., Oct 10 2001

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This is a reprint of the very first Star Trek book I ever bought, and it thrills me to see it back in print. I was about 11 when I bought the book and was mezmerized by the story. It is a wonderfully worthwhile book, worth reading at any age. Let it do for you what it did for me, which was take me into space for the first time and kept me going back for more. The only thing that would've made the book better is if there had been more of them.

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5.0 out of 5 stars I never saw it before, April 17 2000

By	E. A Solinas "ea_solinas" (MD USA) - See all my reviews (TOP 10 REVIEWER) (REAL NAME)

I consider myself to be a bit of a connoisseur of children's literature, and this little gem grabbed me by the throat. I had never read it before, since it was out of print for a long time, but as a great fan of fanfiction I wanted to check it out.

The book takes place on an ordinary day on the Enterprise, the crew afflicted with deep space-boredom, when they are sent out to investigate the Horatius star system, which houses three different worlds. One is a replica of Nazism, one has rejected all technology, and one is dominated by a dope-dealing cult.

All are dealt with tastefully, with some definite funny moments in the mix, such as our heroes facing down a tribal medicine man. A subplot weaves its way until the end, concerning Sulu's pet rat, who escapes. Eventually Bones cures the crew of their boredom using Mickey the Rat...

If you are looking for a pleasant Trek read, very reminiscent of the original series episodes, then pick this book up! You won't be disappointed--though keep in mind that it IS a kid's book.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Yes, It's Kids Book, But.............
When I saw that this book was again in print I had a feeling of both gladness and nostalgia. I still have my original copy purchased many years ago. Read more

Published on Jan 31 2000

4.0 out of 5 stars Reynolds trusts his young audience, and it pays off
First, let's get one thing straight. Mission To Horatius _is_ a children's book. As such, it must be reviewed and discussed in that context - to criticize it for not appealing... Read more

Published on Sep 5 1999

3.0 out of 5 stars Interesting read for one of the original stories.
I gave this book three stars mainly because it is a "classic" as far as it's vintage goes. Read more

Published on Mar 9 1999

3.0 out of 5 stars This one takes you all the way back!
You can't get any more classic Trek than this. I read it for the first time over 32 years ago at the age of ten. Read more

Published on Feb 26 1999