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The Others
Shapeshifters? Demons?Fate had brought them a gift ?immortality ?and a curse ?insanity. The longer they live, the madder they become
- GenresScience FictionHorror
370 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 1984
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September 15, 2019
Despite what the back of the book and my library’s category choice, this is more of a sci-fi story than a horror story. There is some gore and a very threatening antagonist, but the emphasis is on action rather than instilling dread.
As far as paperback sci-fi/horror goes, the romance between Aaron and Kali is very deeply emphasized, even to the point of getting in the way of common sense. Sex should not be on the mind when on the run and time is crucial. Thankfully, it’s not explicit and doesn’t tell us more than is necessary.
Seeing the cover, I was expecting a much campier book than I got, but what I got was a great book so I can’t really complain.
As far as paperback sci-fi/horror goes, the romance between Aaron and Kali is very deeply emphasized, even to the point of getting in the way of common sense. Sex should not be on the mind when on the run and time is crucial. Thankfully, it’s not explicit and doesn’t tell us more than is necessary.
Seeing the cover, I was expecting a much campier book than I got, but what I got was a great book so I can’t really complain.
August 28, 2015
When Aaron’s headlights catch the outline of what appears to be a beautiful woman standing in the middle of the road, his car swerves and crashes at high speed into a tree ... Convinced that the beautiful woman he saw that night saved his life, he hacks into top government databases. His brother and the departmental shrink think he’s crazy, making him resort to his old friend Michael, whose open-minded views on the supernatural have always been a point of contention between them. This time Aaron has no choice, his recent hallucinations having opened his mind to possibilities that would have otherwise been startling for his logical mind to comprehend.
The Others reminded me of classic science-fiction stories, where paranoia of government and the searching of alternative alien truths lead to alienation and friction. However, Aaron is far from admitting he is troubled. Convinced that the authorities are behaving suspiciously, it’s easy to admire his ability to see through them and use his courage to seek out his supposed saviour, the beautiful woman. I liked the debate of paranormal dimensions and alternative histories discussed between Aaron and Michael, it brought forth new possibilities and made reading The Others a strand of successive mystery and revelation with each new paragraph. The pacing was fast, and events seem to rush by, sometimes in a blur. However, the layered plotlines unfold well once all the characters and rules are introduced, and I really felt I got a sense of what it would mean if Aaron succeeds or fails, and even if there are other worlds out there?
The Others is a classic sci-fi with powerful romance and with wondrous twists at the end. For me its message was to follow your convictions, regardless of what you are told, and for us to not forget our natural origins.
The Others reminded me of classic science-fiction stories, where paranoia of government and the searching of alternative alien truths lead to alienation and friction. However, Aaron is far from admitting he is troubled. Convinced that the authorities are behaving suspiciously, it’s easy to admire his ability to see through them and use his courage to seek out his supposed saviour, the beautiful woman. I liked the debate of paranormal dimensions and alternative histories discussed between Aaron and Michael, it brought forth new possibilities and made reading The Others a strand of successive mystery and revelation with each new paragraph. The pacing was fast, and events seem to rush by, sometimes in a blur. However, the layered plotlines unfold well once all the characters and rules are introduced, and I really felt I got a sense of what it would mean if Aaron succeeds or fails, and even if there are other worlds out there?
The Others is a classic sci-fi with powerful romance and with wondrous twists at the end. For me its message was to follow your convictions, regardless of what you are told, and for us to not forget our natural origins.
November 27, 2013
Since I love Parallel world stories, this was perfect for me. The author took a story line that has been done in several versions and turned it into something special. I have followed this writer for many years, and I like the way he builds a character and tells a story. This book was no exception, another strong book by a strong writer!
October 29, 2013
Great SciFi! Enjoyed all the little aspects of parallel worlds,
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