Moongate A Novel [Paperback]

William Proctor (Author), David J. Weldon (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 30, 2002

A historic international space mission explodes with crimes and crises after scientists, engaged in a moon-mining expedition, receive information from outer space about how to reverse the aging process. Corporate espionage, murders, political assassinations, and finally, the threat of a new Cold War follow a revolutionary message on the human genome from mysterious and possibly demonic beings from another dimension. U.S. Representative Scott Andrews begins to doubt the motives of these "benign" messengers and suspects that they harbor designs of biblical proportions against the entire earth. This political/sci-fi/spiritual thriller pulls the reader onto a roller-coaster plot, with twists and turns through cutting-edge space and energy technology, genetic manipulation, back-room political machinations, and international intrigue on the highest levels.

Product Details

• Paperback: 315 pages
• Publisher: Thomas Nelson (April 30, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0785266852
• ISBN-13: 978-0785266853
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.3 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,789,385 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Summer Read!!!, June 13, 2002

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This review is from: Moongate A Novel (Paperback)

Surprisingly, Moongate was easier to follow than I had originally anticipated. It was a real page turner for me with its fast paced, explosive plot and wonderful twists-and-turns.

My advice: a must read on any summer list.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An exhilarating adventure on the moon and earth!, October 1, 2002

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Fafa Demasio (New York City) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Moongate A Novel (Paperback)

Authors William Proctor and David J. Weldon's novel, MOONGATE, takes place on two settings - the earth and moon. The year is 2017. Scott Andrews, U.S. Representative and Chairman of the House Space Committee, heads a special mission to the moon. The group consists of an international (Russia, Israel, Australia, Japan and Russia) team of scientist-astronauts that will set up a nuclear fusion plant to resolve the earth's energy crises. On the moon, the scientists create a wormhole and mysteriously receive powerful information from an unknown source. It is information that advances human knowledge ten-fold on how to eradicate illnesses, prolong life and enhance genetic engineering. This is a wonderful discovery except that this data in the wrong hands would cause more harm than help. The entire human race could change with unknown consequences. The main characters have to make a decision about what to do with the information. Meanwhile, on earth, several covert activities affecting the moon venture take place. Certain country leaders have a deeper agenda than that of the special energy project and particular people want Andrews out of the way. Colleen Barker, the congressman's chief of staff and Michael James (one of the main characters from Proctor's earlier novel, THE LAST STAR) help investigate.

MOONGATE is a dynamic science fiction, political thriller with Christian themes that add an extra special quality to the book. Each chapter is full of surprises. The storyline gradually unfolds so that all the characters and their actions are believable and hold your attention. The suspense is laid out so well that you can't wait to get to the next chapter. If you choose to read MOONGATE before bedtime, like I did, you may find it hard to get some sleep. You'll be sorely tempted to stay up all night to finish the book. I kept saying to myself, "Just one more chapter, then I'll put the book down. Just one more chapter." I always enjoy reading Proctor's books because they are not only entertaining but also educational.

Publishers Weekly comments that Proctor "shows promise of becoming the Christian Tom Clancy." That's no lie. I look forward to reading more of his books like MOONGATE.

Fafa Demasio

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Moongate has it all., June 26, 2002

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Michael F. Thompson (Washington, DC) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Moongate A Novel (Paperback)

Moongate is an interesting and enlightening novel that blends elements of science fiction and faith.

The larger-than-life characters in the novel include scheming politicians, brilliant scientists, and diabolical terrorists.

When I embarked on this against-all-odds, high-stakes adventure I found intrigue and suspense, well-written dialogue, along with a well-explained tour of the miracles of science.

Mankind makes a revolutionary discovery in the novel that offers many answers. This scientific breakthrough suggests the possibility of a time when medical technology conquers death, cold fusion eliminates our energy crisis, and theoretical physics enables humanity to touch the edges of our universe.

The benefits of this discovery are obvious--maybe too obvious. The genius of the novel lies in its presentation of the moral and ethical questions that this revolutionary discovery raises. This modern day Tower of Babel's compelling view of the power of prayer offers a refreshing perspective

Moongate took me to a setting I can't wait to visit again. I plan to read Proctor's previous novel, The Last Star, and I hope for a sequel.