Type of bind: Paperback
Format: Bargain Price
Label: Amazon Remainders Account
Manufacturer: Amazon Remainders Account
Quantity: 1
Page Count: 320
Printing Date: March 12, 2000
Publishing house: Amazon Remainders Account
Sale Popularity Level: 3573950
Studio: Amazon Remainders Account
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When he lands among the warring clans of the Irish hills, the Taelon scientist Ma'el is immediately cast into mortal danger...until he meets a young Celtic warrior who will lay down his life for the mysterious this stranger, and a druid priestess with uncanny insight. Together with the alien, they set out on an incredible journey, around the planet and to a destiny greater than the humans can possibly imagine.
For Ma'el has come to judge Earth, and their travels will have consequences far into the future--consequences that will change both humanity and the Taelon race forever . . .
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I disagree with the harsh reviews of this book, however, my opinion is somewhat colored by the fact I spent a mere dollar for this book at a "Dollar General" store. This book examines the very first Taelon on Earth, Ma'el. And his very first human companions, clearly this book was written as if Kevin Kilner was to be imagined as the lead male character, and Leni Parker was to be Ma'el. Ma'el's very first two human protectors go on Ma'els journeys through a earlier period in Earth's history, and take to Taelon technology a little too well. It is also written in such a way that everyone they come across is well spoken and articulate, which in real life is not the case. I recommend picking this up in the cut-out bin at the carwash, or at a discount of some kind, but for Pete's sake, don't pay full price for it.
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White was an excellent SF author. It is only a brutal shame that the last novel he wrote before passing away is such a drab, wordy mess. Unrelated to the series, this follows the backstory of the very first Talon to land on Earth. Such an interesting concept should make for fascinating reading-- but here White uncharacteristically presents a series of dull, unrelated events that never consolidate into a worthwhile plot.
EARTH:FC fans: stay away from this one! It will put you to sleep.
JAMES WHITE fans: pass this one up. Go read some "Sector General" again... this book will only serve to sully your image of White's work.
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To know Ma'el is to love him. The very first Taelon on earth was not anything like the malevolent and dangerous Zo'or. He wanted only good to come of his research of humanity and hid many things from his own Taelon race to protect the future of mankind. Come along on a long journey back through time,with 2 Celtic "Protectors" and Ma'el. Cross by land, sail by merchant ship, and visit new oceans and continents by space ship. Feel the danger of pirates, Roman soldiers, and ancient tribes. Love the adventure, as Ma'el gradually reveals himself and regards humanity unselfishly in his quest for the future of his race. Faye
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I looked forward to this book with joy and trepidation. After the very first EFC book being such a flop (in my opinion) I wondered what this one would bring. The very first surprise was that the story was not of Boone,Lili and Da'an as the cover suggested but of the very first Taelon Ma'el, who visited earth more than 1000 years in the past, which just goes to show you really can't judge a book by it's cover. While the story answered a number of my questions relating to the TV series (1st season), I found the story very slow moving. At times I had to force myself to continue. I also found a number of the chapters took us nowhere except that they were there. The relationship between Declan (the very first protector) and Sinead was touching but the important parts later in their relationship were totally skimmed over. We receive insights into how Ma'el formed 'his' beliefs, the reasons behind 'his' warnings, and 'his' strong insistence that the Taelon Synod not proceed with their plan to come to earth. I found the ready acceptance of Ma'el's astounding technology by 'primitive' people a little hard to swallow. All in all an enjoyable tale although a little far fetched at times.
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Just because Da'an, William Boone and Capt. Lily Marquette appear on the book's cover does not mean this story is about them. They are only referenced briefly toward the very end. This book constitutes a prequel for the EFC series, telling us lots about Ma'el's visit on earth and some humans who helped him. I felt fairly ripped off that the cover did not represent the content well at all. But in the end I did read an interesting story about Ma'el's adventures here on Earth and learned some things about what motivates the Taelons. I liked the very first book in this EFC series better but this one was worthwhile, especially for people who are loyal followers of the saga via the TV series.
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