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Endgame (Jani Kilian Chronicles #5)
Ever since contact was first made between humans and the alien idomeni, tensions between the two races have been frequent and bloody. As the first genetically altered human-idomeni hybrid, former Captain Jani Kilian serves as a lightning rod for the anger, outrage, and hatreds of both sides. And now the ex-soldier finds herself in the unwanted role of diplomat—serving the
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Overall I really liked the book and the series. I like Jani and found her journey to be interesting and enjoyable. I thought that the author did a great job of depicting an epic change in society through the experiences of a few key characters. And there were a few scenes in this book in particular that were very emotional and moving.
In the end, it did get wrapped up a bit too simply. There were a few assumptions that were made and a culmination that was basically believable but pretty darn con ...more
In the end, it did get wrapped up a bit too simply. There were a few assumptions that were made and a culmination that was basically believable but pretty darn con ...more
Suitably clever and bloody conclusion to the series. I skipped the middle volumes, because it seemed clear that they weren't really essential, just more of the same--and I'd say it was a good decision because the characters were still fresh and it wasn't that hard to fill in the back story. The series reminds me of C.J. Cherryh's way too long and attenuated FOREIGNER sequence, but more tightly plotted.
In and of itself, this book is a solid 3 stars. Read it enjoyed it, might read it again. However, as a concluding volume it raises itself up to 4 stars. A very satisfying end to the series. It most is as it should be.
This is the form in which I originally read this series, so I can't say much about the individual books. I also read this book before the first collection, something I've only ever done with one other series. Ah, well.
This was one of the best hard science fiction books/series I've ever read. It's a story about aliens trying to get along with humans, an old theme certainly, but one worth reading about.
These books are competently written, and there's little more to say about that, but it's the por ...more
This was one of the best hard science fiction books/series I've ever read. It's a story about aliens trying to get along with humans, an old theme certainly, but one worth reading about.
These books are competently written, and there's little more to say about that, but it's the por ...more
I found this series engrossing, but difficult to read. I never really grokked the aliens (Indami?), but went with the flow. Overall, enjoyable, although I disliked most of the characters, including the heroine at times. A lot of thinking "how could he/she/it be so stupid? It took me a long time to read the series because i kept abandoning the books and coming back later.
Overall, I found the concluding book rewarding. i liked the resolution of most of the conflicts from the previous novels. So I ...more
Overall, I found the concluding book rewarding. i liked the resolution of most of the conflicts from the previous novels. So I ...more
I think I would have like this book a lot more if I had known that it was the fifth book in a series when I picked it up. The story and characters were intriguing but I felt left behind. It's like I was joining a group of friends that had been together for a while and I was catching up on the inside jokes and past adventures while hanging out with them now. The book appeared to tie up a lot of loose ends from other stories and had a lot of action that pulled everything together. Overall, a good
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I randomly picked this book off the library shelves. I didn't realize it was the culmination of a series. Now I wish I had looked more carefully because I loved it! It was different, interesting and kept my attention from the beginning. It would have been even better to follow the characters through the first four books. Ah, well. It's hard to go back now but I highly recommend the series.
I knew this was the fifth book in the series and maybe the last of the series. It is an enjoyable read as long as you remember all the characters and their roles in the story. There was just enough sex to keep it interesting.
I rarely read a book in a series out of order. This is the last novel in the series and though I found a few things confusing (due to the fact that I hadn't read the previous novels) I thought this was an incredible piece of science-fiction.
I'm not sure why it took me so long to get around to reading the conclusion to the Jani Killian series, but a satisfying conclusion it was. It wrapped up all the major plotlines very nicely and everyone road off into the sunset (although not together), so you aren't left wondering.
Apr 25, 2008
Jeffrey
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it was amazing
Recommends it for:
Kristine Smith Fans; fans of first contact
Shelves:
science-fiction,
read-in-2008
Satisfying conclusion to this 5 book science fiction series. Jani, the main character, a warrior, courier, priest, but mainly a catalyst stays true to character solving problems with her mind and her strong right arm.
Cannot be read without reading the first few books of the series.
Cannot be read without reading the first few books of the series.
Very highly recommended
Jan 08, 2010
Lynn Calvin
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*BIO-Endgame-a sci fi book club 2 in 1 addition*
Stunning world-building, characters who never take the easy way...always true to themselves. An author who doesn't take the easy way, either. Wonderful series finale!
GREAT
Jain is a fascinating character. Vulnerable and strong at the same time.
I have read all four books and hope a fifth is written soon.
Jain is a fascinating character. Vulnerable and strong at the same time.
I have read all four books and hope a fifth is written soon.
Mar 01, 2015
John
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a slow read
I hated to finish this one, since it is the last of the series. I really liked the characters and the story.
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Kristine Smith works as a process development scientist for a large pharmaceutical manufacturer and lives in northern Illinois.
Kristine Smith also writes supernatural thrillers under the name Alex Gordon.
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