The Eugenics Wars Vol. 2: The Rise and Fall of Khan Noonien Singh (Star Trek) (Mass Market Paperback)

by Greg Cox (Author)
Key Phrases: transporter vault, servo hummed, sleeper ship, Morning Star, Gary Seven, Lord Khan (more...)

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KHAN'S LAST STAND!

Jacqueline Bundy
The Trekker Newsletter

Lightning can indeed strike twice in the same place, as THE EUGENICS WARS: The Rise and Fall of Khan Noonien Singh, Volume Two proves to be every bit as exciting, entertaining, and humorous as the first volume of this saga. The second portion of this engrossing story takes the reader from the beginnings of Khan's consolidation of his power, through the events that lead to his flight from Earth on the DY-100-class sleeper ship S.S. Botany Bay. From beginning to end, this novel is eminently satisfying....

Kilian Melloy
wigglefish.com

An ingenious blend of actual history and Trek mythology...Volume Two is an audacious, fast-moving conclusion to the Eugenics Wars duology, one-upping the considerable dramatic intensity and inventive accomplishment of the first volume, and bringing the story to a remarkably smooth, coherent conclusion....Cox's electric, fun-loving style of storytelling is the perfect medium to take the reader into the twenty-first century and beyond.

Michelle Erica Green
Trek Nation

Just as much fun as its predecessor, weaving Trek history in and out of recent headlines, mostly through the point of view of one of history's more entertaining secret agents, Teri Garr look-alike Roberta Lincoln....Cox's obvious affection for Trek comes through as strongly as his knowledge.

About the Author
Greg Cox is the author of several Star Trek novels including the bestselling Next Generation Q Continuum trilogy: Q-SPACE, Q-ZONE and Q-STRIKE. He has also written several novels featuring characters such as the Avengers, the X-Men and Iron Man. He has co-edited two science fiction horror stories with T.K.F. Weiskopf. Cox works as a Consulting Editor for Tor Books, based in New York.

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Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback: 435 pages
• Publisher: Star Trek (March 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0743406443
• ISBN-13: 978-0743406444
• Product Dimensions: 6.6 x 4.2 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (47 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #271,308 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Definitely the lesser of the series, August 21, 2002

By	David E. Nedrow Jr. (Columbus, OH United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: The Eugenics Wars Vol. 2: The Rise and Fall of Khan Noonien Singh (Star Trek) (Hardcover)

I'm a firm believer that the only real Star Trek is the original series, so I was really excited about this series and bought the first volume the day it was released. Due to some issues I had with the first book, I wasn't as keen on buying this one right away, but I did anyway. So much for voting with my wallet. <G>

There is the same pointless bookending with Kirk and crew from the first volume that frankly could have been dropped all together.

The setup for the Eugenics Wars by Greg Cox was well thought out and believable (within the context of Star Trek). The use of Gary Seven was a very good idea and Cox does a good job with his characterizations of both Mr. Seven and his agent Roberta.

The major failing with the book is that, inexplicably, there are a number of references to characters that weren't created until TNG/DS9/Voyager, etc., are introduced. This was terribly distracting, though I expected it after the experience with the first book in the series.

Even worse, the author decided that we couldn't possibly differentiate between reality and science fiction and tried to hide the events of the Eugenics Wars in our modern milieu. So everything just kind of peters out, leaving one to wonder how, if the Eugenics Wars (was there a war somewhere I missed) were as non-impacting as shown here, there was even a record left for Kirk's time period.

Very disappointing.

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Assignment Earth: The Eugenics Wars, May 4, 2002

By	Bill Lutz (Phoenixville, PA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Eugenics Wars Vol. 2: The Rise and Fall of Khan Noonien Singh (Star Trek) (Hardcover)

Lets make this very clear: this is a Star Trek novel. Like most Trek novels, one does have to have some familarity with the characters and concept. So, when talking about this novel, let's keep it within the context it's about. It's Star Trek, and like many others, I have a fondness for Star Trek.
Based upon both the classic television series and the second Star Trek movie, the novel tells the continuing tales of Gary Seven, Roberta Lincoln, and the rise of the tyrant Kahn in the late 20th century.
The story flows smoothly, keeping the consistant development of the characters from which have known and are used too. It does whallop you with cameos from every series ('Enterprise' inculded) but that just for excessive continuity. It continues the tale of Kahn, how he took over one quarter of the planet, and lost his empire to his and other own egos. (You don't ahve to be superhuman to have an excessive ego.) Hey, its fun. It is interesting to see that Eugenics Wars were conducted covertly, and although I was not surprised with the way Kahn was portrayed, although at one monemt in the passages, Kahn did seem concerned about humanity, briefly. I was both interested and annoyed with the development of his super brothers and sisters. The Romainan butcher was acceptable, the yankee superman was stretched, but the Amazon women was pushed too far.(Someone's DNA molecule was dropped one too many times while gestating). I think, as the story flowed, we learned a great deal about Kahn and why he did (and the author stayed witin character. See the portaryal of Kahn by the actor in the episode 'Space Seed'. NOT The Wrath of Kahn.) what he did but we also saw what happened to two other characters we liked as well. While Gary Seven and Roberta were not played out a two diemnsional cartoons, I would have liked to have more development with them. They were there as the protagonists against Kahn's antagonist / rebellious protagonist. I was intriguied by the way the story unfolded. I already knew Kahn fled Earth. I liked learning how it happened.
To that, the author doesn't disappoint.
Isis was expected, I give it that, but I won't tell more as to ruin it for the reader. As a Star Trek novel, it fills the historical 'Trek' well. It is good reading, not cumbersome and overtly detailed, and the author handles the concept while blending in current events very well.
If you've read Book I, finish the tale with Book II. Its a fun, nicely written, action adventure tale with interesting characters. It fits well with the incredible amout of 'prequel' concepts we seem to be going through at this time. It's also interesting as the background or secondary story deals with Captain Kirk's crew in the 23rd century with 23rd cebtury supermen. And that stroy takes place BEFORE The Wrath Of Kahn.
Again, it Star Trek based; the author shows his like for the Star Trek mythos and in no way dishonors it. You can tell the author enjoys Star Trek.
And that's what a Trek novel should be, a fun, action paced adveture. Give it a shot, both Book I and Book II are really enjoyable and trek fans of all ages with appreciate it.
Maybe, we'll finally get more stories about Gary Seven and Roberta Lincoln as well...

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing, boring, often cringe-inducing, September 15, 2002

By	Squawky (Beaverton, OR United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Eugenics Wars Vol. 2: The Rise and Fall of Khan Noonien Singh (Star Trek) (Hardcover)

After a great start with Volume 1 of this series, this volume turned out to be a real disappointment. I loved the first volume so much that I ran right out and got the hardcover at full price. I must say I wish I had waited for a ... used copy at the Salvation Army.

What really ruins this version is Kahn. Where he was a complex and troubled character in Vol 1 (similar in many ways to Anakin Skywalker) he is now just a raving butthead. At times, his rants and posturing seem absolutely laughable. This guy controls 1/3 of the world? I wouldn't let this [man] rake my leaves, let alone run some shadowy government.

... At one point the line "like a poor marksman, he keeps missing the target" is used. Which is a direct quote from Shatner in Wrath of Kahn. When I read that line I cringed and thought: "oh come on, can't you think of anything more clever than that ...?"

I have high hopes that Volume 3 will improve as it is supposed to cover Kahn's time on Ceti Alpha 5.

Also, be prepared for some rather poor undercover work from Roberta and Gary 7. They seem to always drop their damn servo at the wrong moment.

If you're into this story, you're pretty much stuck reading this volume. But when you do, expect some rather lame characterizations, large plot holes, and rather tepid story telling.