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Foreigner #2 Invader (Paperback)

by C Cherryh (Author)
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An interesting first-contact political thriller is buried in this sequel to Foreigner, but readers will have to work hard to pry it from the dull surroundings. Bren Cameron continues as paidhi, the interface between the human community and the indigenous atevi population on a planet that the humans colonized years before. Cameron's musings about politics and language take up much of the novel; these generally are not deep thoughts ("Hell, maybe human caring was a survival disadvantage. Who knew? It sure screwed up lives"). The return to the planet of the human spaceship Phoenix brings the promise of many changes in both atevi and human ways of life. Cherryh takes the reader plodding through the resultant conflicts, many of which are political and most of which would be more interesting if they weren't rehashed so often. This novel?which reads like the prelude to yet another sequel?is simply too static.
Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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After an absence of nearly 200 years, the starship Phoenix reappears in the skies above the human enclave of Mospheira, throwing both humans and the native atevi population into consternation and threatening the delicate balance between two distinctly alien civilizations. This sequel to Foreigner (LJ 2/15/94) continues to explore the patterns of thought and culture that define a species' civilization. Veteran sf author Cherryh combines a flair for hard science with a keen insight into the complex rationales behind human-and nonhuman-actions. Highly recommended for sf collections.
Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Even Now There Is Something to Say About This One, Dec 26 2003
By Sires (It's a Toss Up Right Now) - See all my reviews
This series of books is one that I always keep within easy reach. The series has its ups and downs, but this book is a particular favorite because in this book the whole atevi culture and Bren Cameron's place in it starts to gel.

While not action packed and the time period covered by the book is short, a lot happens as Bren makes certain irrevokable decisions that are sure to cause him problems in the future. The Atevi struggle within their culture to come to some resolution as to how they will interact with humans. Bren's personal life shifts from his connection with human family, associates and lover to finding a place within Atevi culture.

While the pace is slow and the writing dense, this allows the reader to start to feel comfortable in the atevi world and to appreciate the complexities of the culture. Cherryh has done a very good job of creating a nonhuman culture that touches on enough points to be comprehensible and even attractive but still alien.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Continues to amaze!, May 10 2003
By R.Parklane (Tokyo, Japan) - See all my reviews
This series continues to amaze, with the second book just as riveting. Here Cherryh shines in her development of the Atevi characters, each one distinct and complex in his/her won way. Bren Cameron is of course as appealing and it is wonderful to find him growing close to his alien friends. Of course there is the subtle hints of affection (maybe love?) between Bren and Jago which I hope Cherryh will explore deeper in future books. The pace maybe slow at the beginning but the build-up to a possible collision between the Atevi and 2 different human cultures, one on land and the other in space is exquisitely handled. Now to start the third book! Well done Cherryh!
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4.0 out of 5 stars Political and Social Commentary, Nov 19 2002
By C. Kirsten Whitworth (Austin, TX USA) - See all my reviews
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     This politically-intricate series takes place on the world of the atevi, a very violent species who keep the peace via registered assassination. Atevi alliances are complex and based on personal loyalties rather than on geography. There are several factions among the atevi, and the infighting among them seriously affects the relationships between atevi and humans. Before the first book begins, there is a war between the two species. The outcome is that the humans are confined to a large island and limit contact with the atevi via one, and only one human, the paidhi.
     This particular book, second in the series, is about the return of the human starship Phoenix, after nearly five centuries, and how the return affects the delicate balance of power between the humans on the planet and the native atevi. The humans on planet are also factionalized, and political infighting is rampant. The paidhi, Bren Cameron, must deal with the situation quickly to avert social collapse.

     If you like Frank Herbert's Dune and The Dosadi Experiment or C. J. Cherryh's The Faded Sun series, you'll like this series. It paints three divergent social structures and the interfaces between them. The alien society is the focus, and is rich in detail -- somewhat reminiscent of feudal Japan breaking into the modern age.

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5.0 out of 5 stars The Best
Out of all the Foreigner books, I found Invader to be the best. People have commented that Cherryh focuses far too much attention on Bren (the protagonist). Lisez davantage
Published on Oct 22 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars Just as good on the second reading...
This is a complex and fascinating book, as are the others in the series. The subject's thoughts and feelings form a large part of the book, but are sufficiently developed to be... Lisez davantage
Published on Oct 19 2001 by EricS

1.0 out of 5 stars Let me save you some time....
I chose this book because I remembered another Cherryh book from a different series. I was terribly disappointed. Almost nothing happens in the entire book. Lisez davantage
Published on July 9 2001

5.0 out of 5 stars The perfect follow through from Foreigner
Still recovering from his injuries, and with his position within the Tabini camp established, Bren Cameron is forced to return to the atevi mainland to be further immersed in the... Lisez davantage
Published on Oct 24 2000 by S Smyth

5.0 out of 5 stars Intense Psychological and Political Analysis
The complexity of this book is refreshing in the science fiction genre. Political and societal ramifications of actions keeps Bren, human diplomat to the Ateva, constantly... Lisez davantage
Published on July 31 2000 by gcmedia1

5.0 out of 5 stars Excelent
I read this book out of order from the series, as I am shure the genteman who made the first review did, but I still enjoyed it. Lisez davantage
Published on Sep 29 1999

1.0 out of 5 stars Boring
I tried to get through this book but I cared so little for the characters (many with really annoying names) that I stopped. Lisez davantage
Published on Sep 20 1999

4.0 out of 5 stars An excellent storyline though a bit overdone
Invader is an excellent tale of alien relations and the problems which arise from their interactions. Lisez davantage
Published on Jun 29 1999

3.0 out of 5 stars A solid continuation of Foreigner, but lacks bite.
This book features a seamless continuation of the events portrayed in Foreigner, including enticing tidbits of the differences between Humans and Atevi, and the relationships... Lisez davantage
Published on Jun 18 1997

5.0 out of 5 stars An incredible vision of alien culture.
Upon finishing the first book of this series, I immediately went out and bought this sequel. Cherryh's vision of alien culture is immensely complicated, and I was utterly... Lisez davantage
Published on Jan 28 1997

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