Sanctuary (Star Trek, Book 61) [Paperback]

John Vornholt (Author)

Book Description

Series: Star Trek: The Original Series | Publication Date: September 1, 1992

The planet Sanctuary -- A fabled world in unexplored space which is thought to be the last refuge of the persecuted, home to both the justly and unjustly accused. Though its name has been translated into every language in the galaxy, Starfleet has never known its exact location.

When the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise™ is assigned to capture a dangerous criminal named Auk Rex, their pursuit takes them to an unexplored sector of space. Captain Kirk, Mr. Spock, and Dr. McCoy continue the pursuit in a shuttlecraft, following Auk Rex to the surface of the planet, Sanctuary. Soon, Kirk and his crew are locked in a life and death struggle on the mysteriouus planet, which harbors deadly secrets and never releases its visitors.

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From the Publisher

The planet Sanctuary is a fabled world in unexplored space thought to be the last refuge of the persecuted, home to both the justly and unjustly accused. Though its name has been translated into every language in the galaxy, Starfleet has never known its exact location.

The crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise^TM is assigned to capture a dangerous criminal named Auk Rex, and their pursuit takes them to an unexplored sector of space. Captain Kirk, Mr. Spock, and Dr. McCoy continue the pursuit in a shuttlecraft, following Auk Rex to the surface of the planet, Santuary. Kirk and his crew are locked in a life and death struggle on the mysterious planet, which harbors deadly secrets and never releases its visitors.

About the Author

John Vornholt is the author of several bestsellling Star Trek novels including two of the hugely successful four-volume Next Generation/Deep Space Nine DOMINION WAR sequence. He lives in Tuscon, Arizona. --This text refers to the Mass Market Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 273 pages
• Publisher: Pocket Book; First Edition edition (September 1, 1992)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0671769944
• ISBN-13: 978-0671769949
• Product Dimensions: 6.6 x 4.1 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #508,796 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars So close..but not quite..., March 5, 2001

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Treckhyon 5 (Helsinki Finland) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Sanctuary (Star Trek, Book 61) (Paperback)

This was an excellent book from an excellent writer, but it had it's problems. The greatest problem was the characterization. Kirk and Spock at least didn't sound the way they should, and although this was fairly easy to ignore at a story-development standpoint, it annoyed the hell out of me. The plot was interesting, altough a bit predictable at times, but it was nice to see original characters to play out important parts in the story, particularly since the main characters were no else than the same old and predictable Kirk, Spock an McCoy. And as for the Senites, I think much was gained by the use of them, an I think they eventually proved to be one of the main intriques of the story. All in all an entertaining read wich I reckomend.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A great Star Trek adventure!, November 6, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Sanctuary (Star Trek, Book 61) (Paperback)

Vornholt does an excellent job of holding the reader's attention. I thoroughly enjoyed this book! If you want an action packed adventure, this is it!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars A mid-range Star Trek novel., May 27, 2004

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James Yanni (Bellefontaine Neighbors, Mo. USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sanctuary (Star Trek, Book 61) (Paperback)

This book was well-written, with a goodly amount of excitement, had some interesting characters among the non-regulars, and did a passable if not great job of capturing the personalities of the regulars. The main plot situation seemed a bit forced; I find it hard to believe that Kirk & company would have gotten themselves into that situation, and equally hard to believe that the way out that they found was truly the best solution that they could find, but all in all it was an enjoyable if unremarkable read. As usual, John Vornholt did a fine job on the mechanics of writing, but the idea wasn't really one of his best.