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The Gemini Agent (Star Trek: Starfleet Academy (2010 series) #3)
by
Rick Barba
In The Gemini Agent, as first-year final exams week kicks off, several incident reports with serious allegations against James T. Kirk end up on the Commandant of Midshipmen’s desk. None of the allegations are true, of course… or are they? Kirk is being plagued by mysterious blackout periods, so he finds the allegations difficult to refute. During these blackout periods, h...more
Paperback, 195 pages
Published
June 28th 2011
by Simon Spotlight
(first published April 19th 2011)
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Set in the continuity of the latest movie, this series concerns adventures our favorite crew has while attending the Academy.
As usual, Kirk is near the top of his class, inspiring both admiration and jealousy.
He comes under suspicion and accusations of Honor code violations. Some are so clumsily applied that it's obvious they are delaying tactics. An important exercise, the Zeta, is coming up and everyone wants the plum assignments to help their standing.
A prank? against Chekov, who, at fourteen...more
As usual, Kirk is near the top of his class, inspiring both admiration and jealousy.
He comes under suspicion and accusations of Honor code violations. Some are so clumsily applied that it's obvious they are delaying tactics. An important exercise, the Zeta, is coming up and everyone wants the plum assignments to help their standing.
A prank? against Chekov, who, at fourteen...more
In this third novel in a teen series dedicated to the Academy years of our favorite Star Trek characters in the reboot timeline, brings the Romulans front and center. The future Enterprise crew is finishing up their freshman year at the Academy and are readying up for the big Zeta mission, an opportunity for everyone to fill in as "real" officers on vessels during a fictional assignment. Kirk is hoping to command one of the major vessels, and everyone else is hoping to have their choice picks as...more
"The Gemini Agent" is the 3rd book in the Starfleet Academy series which is based in the "Abrams-verse" created after the events of Star Trek XI. For this story Barba presents almost a retelling of the TNG episode "The Mind's Eye" where Kirk is used to gather information for the Romulans as a part of project Gemini. The base story itself moves along relatively easily & is easy to follow albeit it is also a bit too predictable simply because Barba does nothing to conceal who is behind Kirk's...more
I’ll be honest- I read this book in one sitting, about that was like 16 hours ago.
And I have already, for the most part, forgotten almost all of the book.
Well, all the few and far good parts. What stand out were how Checkov was introduced as a Wesley Crusher like genius, how Kirk was- well Kirk, and how the writer of OBVIOUSLY is NOT familiar with Vulcans. (Seriously, I just wanted to burn the book if I read one more sentence that read “Spock smiled” or “The young Vulcan cadet gave a smile at...more
And I have already, for the most part, forgotten almost all of the book.
Well, all the few and far good parts. What stand out were how Checkov was introduced as a Wesley Crusher like genius, how Kirk was- well Kirk, and how the writer of OBVIOUSLY is NOT familiar with Vulcans. (Seriously, I just wanted to burn the book if I read one more sentence that read “Spock smiled” or “The young Vulcan cadet gave a smile at...more
What fun! I like this Rick Barba's Trek. Strange that Kirk could meet and befriend Chekov in the Academy but I don't think the movie INSISTS it is the first time they've met. Still doing a fine job keeping Spock and Kirk apart, and Spock and Uhura together.
I really like the suspects in this mystery! Lt. Caan and T'Layna are among those who may turn out to be nefarious Romulan agents- and I liked them. I think the characterization of the regulars is spot-on, too.
The Zeta mock battle simulation at...more
I really like the suspects in this mystery! Lt. Caan and T'Layna are among those who may turn out to be nefarious Romulan agents- and I liked them. I think the characterization of the regulars is spot-on, too.
The Zeta mock battle simulation at...more
I was so looking forward to this one but it fell flat despite being written by the author of the first book which I loved. I never really felt involved. Some good Spock/Uhura relationship building (yay!) and some interesting socio-political stuff involving Romulans/Vulcans/Earth. Maybe what I didn't like was the fact that a lot happens TO our central characters but they don't really DO a lot here. Nice to learn more about young Chekov. Particularly noticed emphasis on this Kirk's personal philo...more
The first two books of this series were so much better.
It picked up about halfway through, but through the beginning I had to keep reminding myself that I was not, in fact, reading bad fan fiction (the female Vulcan that just so happens to act completely Human because she grew up in different homes everywhere seems awfully Mary Sue-ish or self-fulfilling fangirl fantasy like to me).
But it picked up, and once the plot got rolling, I got over that. Once again with the series, there was some fun in...more
It picked up about halfway through, but through the beginning I had to keep reminding myself that I was not, in fact, reading bad fan fiction (the female Vulcan that just so happens to act completely Human because she grew up in different homes everywhere seems awfully Mary Sue-ish or self-fulfilling fangirl fantasy like to me).
But it picked up, and once the plot got rolling, I got over that. Once again with the series, there was some fun in...more
“The Gemini Agent” is Rick Barba’s 2nd novel set within JJ Abrams’ alternative version of Star Trek. The plot once again is mainly set within Starfleet Academy itself as the cadets begin their preparations for the Zeta mission, an opportunity for them to go out into space on a starship and take on various officer roles in a fictional assignment. Kirk, as expected is hoping to take on a captain’s role, but his chances are dealt a blow when he suffers from a health scare involving blacking out for...more
The third installation of the Starfleet Academy series, I was quite eager to start reading this one, since the previous book was pretty good. I've been quite enjoying this series so far, and I was hoping that this book would follow the pattern of enjoyment. It sort of did...
The plot of the book, to me, took a while to get to. While the main plot was kind of engaging, there were little side-plots here and there that seemed unnecessary, the most unnecessary being a sub-plot containing Uhura and Sp...more
The plot of the book, to me, took a while to get to. While the main plot was kind of engaging, there were little side-plots here and there that seemed unnecessary, the most unnecessary being a sub-plot containing Uhura and Sp...more
I like this Rick Barba guy. I think he does a great job with these books, and I hope he write a lot more for this series. I like him for three reasons:
- His characters are really fun. Kirk is always cocky and funny (and a dead-on match for the personality in the movie), but he's still a good man, and I love that. Also: Nyota and Spock dating. Love it!
- He incorporates visual details from the 2009 movie (am I the only one noticing these?) as well as references to Star Trek lore that is either to...more
- His characters are really fun. Kirk is always cocky and funny (and a dead-on match for the personality in the movie), but he's still a good man, and I love that. Also: Nyota and Spock dating. Love it!
- He incorporates visual details from the 2009 movie (am I the only one noticing these?) as well as references to Star Trek lore that is either to...more
I was surprised by this book. Barba's last Starfleet Academy book was horrible. In The Gemini Agent he redeems himself. He doesn't relay on cutout characters to tell his story. The story is still a little far fetching for me. Why would the Star Empire be interested in James T. Kirk before he is even done with one year of academy. Yes he's at the top of his class. He's going to the Captain of the Enterprise some day, but they don't know how important he's going to be yet.
I liked the back story fo...more
I liked the back story fo...more
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I quite enjoyed this one! The writing was good, the pacing was brilliant, and the introduction of Chekov was just adorable. I can see how the characters are growing and learning and also appreciate how well it fits into the canon of the latest Star Trek movies. I'll admit that the fact that it's pretty Kirk-centric helped -- he's a fascinating character and, when well-written, well worth a good story.
This one might just be my favourite in the series.
This one might just be my favourite in the series.
It was so good to "meet" the Starfleet crew in their younger years. Their personalities shone throughout this book.
This book itself had a lot of humor to it. You could definetely feel the chemistry between Bones, McCoy and Spock. There was also some sexuality to it, which was refreshing to read about.
The plot itself wasn't very clear and seemed "borrowed" the storylines in the series. However, overall the book was light-hearted and was very enjoyable!
This book itself had a lot of humor to it. You could definetely feel the chemistry between Bones, McCoy and Spock. There was also some sexuality to it, which was refreshing to read about.
The plot itself wasn't very clear and seemed "borrowed" the storylines in the series. However, overall the book was light-hearted and was very enjoyable!
Another entertaining read for fans of the new Star Trek. Lots of Romulan intrigue and fun references to people, places, and things from the original ST timeline. My complete study of the book is avaialable at http://www.popapostle.com/Star-Trek/h....
This book was good though I still feel as if I only got half of the story. I fthis were a typical series I would just wait for the next book but so far non of the books have referanced any of the earlier ones. So you can see why the loose ends leave me a little concerned.
The plot line is that Cadet Kirk is having black outs and while he is out dangerous pranks take place on the Starfleet campus. The problem is that even though we find out why Kirk keeps blanking out there is apparently no reason...more
The plot line is that Cadet Kirk is having black outs and while he is out dangerous pranks take place on the Starfleet campus. The problem is that even though we find out why Kirk keeps blanking out there is apparently no reason...more
When I 1st opened the book, I afeared 'twas too juvenile with the giant type face and all. But, I enjoyed the story, like I would a new TOS episode. It was a fun 2 hour story.
I keep hoping for a new TV series of the TOS characters at the Academy.
Rating is in relation to Star Trek novels only.
I keep hoping for a new TV series of the TOS characters at the Academy.
Rating is in relation to Star Trek novels only.
Another great story based on the Enterprise crew back when they were in the Starfleet Academy. This book has a bit more Spock and Uhura interaction which I love. We also get introduced to Chekov, and Sulu is mentioned by name only. Very entertaining and easy to follow story. Highly recommend for fans of the Star Trek reboot.
So far this is the best of the four titles in this series. The plot moved well and was surprisingly intricate. I really enjoyed getting to know Academy era Chekov, as well!
My character affection counted for little most of this book was a mess.
Not the best book ever, but it is my favorite book out of this series. A good read.
Nice addition to the series; good story/mystery.
338 - 2013
A really great addition to the series, definitely recommended. I hope there will be more in this series, because a few questions are left unsolved by the end of this book.
If you will want more of similar stories, I recommend the rest of the 2010 SA series and also Starfleet Academy (game novelization) by Diane Carey. Also, if you like the plot, you might be interested in Final Frontier again by Diane Carey (an original novel, not the movie novelization).
If you will want more of similar stories, I recommend the rest of the 2010 SA series and also Starfleet Academy (game novelization) by Diane Carey. Also, if you like the plot, you might be interested in Final Frontier again by Diane Carey (an original novel, not the movie novelization).
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