The Pandora Principle (Star Trek, Book 49) [Mass Market Paperback]

Carolyn Clowes (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 1990 | Series: Star Trek

A Romulan Bird of Prey mysteriously drifts over the neutral zone and into Federation territory. Captain Kirk and the crew of the "Enterprise investigate, only to find the ship dead in space. When Starfleet orders the derelict ship brought to Earth for examination, the "Enterprise returns home with perhaps her greatest prize.

But the Bird of Prey carries a dangerous cargo, a deadly force that is soon unleashed in the heart of the Federation. Suddenly, the only hope for the Federation's survival lies buried in the tortured memory of Commander Spock's protege, a cadet named Saavik. Together, Spock and Saavik must return to the nightmare world of Saavik's birth -- a planet called "Hellguard, to discover the secret behind the Romulans' most deadly threat of all...

Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback: 273 pages
• Publisher: Star Trek; First Edition edition (April 1, 1990)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0671658158
• ISBN-13: 978-0671658151
• Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.1 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,006,467 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One of my two favorite Star Trek books, September 16, 2006

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J. Poehnert "Jeremy" (Lowell, MA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Pandora Principle (Star Trek, Book 49) (Mass Market Paperback)

I deeply appreciated this book. The characterization was excellent, both in portraying Saavik's traumatic childhood, and her relationship with Spock. Independent of it being a Star Trek book, I found the depiction of Saavik's life a moving portrayal of the effects of an abusive childhood, and the fight to overcome early traumas. In terms of Star Trek, I enjoyed seeing one of the main characters (Spock) have a lasting and powerful relationship with someone outside the normal cast of characters, and a life beyond his starship existence.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful book!, July 24, 2000

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Erin N. Blackwell (USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Pandora Principle (Paperback)

I was thrilled when I saw this book on the stands years ago! I've reread it many times since then. It's a fantastic look into Saavik's history, building on Vonda McIntrye's premise in the ST II and ST III novelizations, and going much more in depth for this wonderful character. Now with the chapter in "Enterprise Logs" dedicated to Spock and Saavik's relationship and the novel "Vulcan Heart", "The Pandora Principle" is becoming the historical reference for this character. And it deserves it. Filled with humor, adventure, and touching moments, it's a great read. It's a real shame it's out of print since with the two above stories out, fans might be trying to pick up this book as well. Search your paperback exchanges and libraries; you won't regret it.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Saavik forever!, July 1, 2000

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This review is from: The Pandora Principle (Paperback)

This novel is absolutely fabulous, especially if you are a fan of Vulcans, particularly Spock and Saavik. Not only is it a great Star Trek story, but a beautiful indepth characterization of Saavik and her relationship to Spock. I love anything with her in it, and if you are lucky enough to find a copy of this novel I highly recommend it. Live long and prosper!