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Salvation Lost: Salvation Sequence Book 2
(Salvation Sequence #2)
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Fight together - or die alone....
In the 23rd century, humanity is enjoying a comparative utopia. Yet life on Earth is about to change, forever. Feriton Kane’s investigative team has discovered the worst threat ever to face mankind - and we’ve almost no time to fight back. The supposedly benign Olyix plan to harvest humanity, in order to carry us to their god at the end of ...more
In the 23rd century, humanity is enjoying a comparative utopia. Yet life on Earth is about to change, forever. Feriton Kane’s investigative team has discovered the worst threat ever to face mankind - and we’ve almost no time to fight back. The supposedly benign Olyix plan to harvest humanity, in order to carry us to their god at the end of ...more
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Mr. Hamilton does it again. But this time, rather than kicking off an epic war of dead people versus the living in a high-tech far-future space-opera, he twists us around a truly desperate struggle against very powerful aliens coming to "save" us, preserving us and sending us to the end of the universe where we will all share the experience together.
Sound like some religious nutters? They FEEL like religious nutters. And it's awesome. This is the start of the full-on conflict right here. All the ...more
Sound like some religious nutters? They FEEL like religious nutters. And it's awesome. This is the start of the full-on conflict right here. All the ...more

Nov 19, 2019
Claudia
rated it
it was amazing
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review of another edition
Shelves:
sci-fi,
z-to-a-hamilton
Great second volume! Feels like coming home.
The two storylines are following directly the ones from the previous volume, the present one in 2204 over the course of 10 days and the other set more than 10,000 years in the future. There are a lot of twists and revelations, some of them completely unexpected.
Almost all puzzle pieces are brought together now, having the big picture somewhat completed, but of course, we are still clueless how everything will end. And that’s something we’ll have to ...more
The two storylines are following directly the ones from the previous volume, the present one in 2204 over the course of 10 days and the other set more than 10,000 years in the future. There are a lot of twists and revelations, some of them completely unexpected.
Almost all puzzle pieces are brought together now, having the big picture somewhat completed, but of course, we are still clueless how everything will end. And that’s something we’ll have to ...more

A continuation of Peter's truly extraordinary Salvation (my review). I strongly suggest you re-read it before starting this, book #2.
As usual with my reviews, please first read the publisher’s blurb/summary of the book. Thank you.
The book opens with a clever and engaging chapter, as a Neána insertion ship approaches the planet Vaya, on a mission to warn them of the Olyix. There's quite a wonderful surprise here, truly delicious!
Many of the same players are in this book, with a few new faces ...more
As usual with my reviews, please first read the publisher’s blurb/summary of the book. Thank you.
The book opens with a clever and engaging chapter, as a Neána insertion ship approaches the planet Vaya, on a mission to warn them of the Olyix. There's quite a wonderful surprise here, truly delicious!
Many of the same players are in this book, with a few new faces ...more

My giddy anticipation to read a new Hamilton book > my brain logically telling me to wait for the whole trilogy to be released.
I couldn't wait. After throwing out my personal reading code of not starting trilogies until all are released earlier this year with the first two in Neal Asher's Rise of the Jain series, I decided to punish myself further by reading the first two in Hamilton's Salvation sequence knowing there would be at least a year long wait for the third. And again I love and ...more
I couldn't wait. After throwing out my personal reading code of not starting trilogies until all are released earlier this year with the first two in Neal Asher's Rise of the Jain series, I decided to punish myself further by reading the first two in Hamilton's Salvation sequence knowing there would be at least a year long wait for the third. And again I love and ...more

Salvation Lost opens as an immediate sequel to Salvation - starting exactly when/where that one ended after a prologue set in the future with the cast from that sequence- and it just rocks; it has mostly the same characters but a few new ones appear too (including some secondary ones from Salvation having a more central role here)
However, the last part of the book twists in quite unexpected ways and a lot of what we think we know is shown to be questionable if not wrong by the end of the novel, ...more
However, the last part of the book twists in quite unexpected ways and a lot of what we think we know is shown to be questionable if not wrong by the end of the novel, ...more

Salvation Lost is the second instalment in The Salvation Sequence series and it feels like I've waited an eternity for it to arrive. It is even better than the preceding book but I would advise those wondering whether they can jump into the series here to begin chronologically as it is almost imperative to know and understand the background and scene-setting carried out in Salvation. This is undoubtedly one of the most accomplished and thrilling space operas I have had the pleasure to read and
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If you worried that Salvation Lost wouldn't be able to stand up to the pure adrenaline rush that was Salvation - first in the trilogy - worry no more my friend. If the first book was an adrenaline rush then this second is simply stacking rush on top of rush and coming out the other side with panting breath and sore fingers from turning pages or, in my case, tap, tapping on my Paperwhite to turn those pages.
I'm beginning to think this Peter F. Hamilton guy can write. Two five star ratings in a ...more
I'm beginning to think this Peter F. Hamilton guy can write. Two five star ratings in a ...more

Pssst...Netflix...shhh...Yepp, you, the streaming mogul...are you listening? Look no further, here is your next big thing!
First, lemme tell you how PFH influences my life...
It hurts my family life...because, when I read his books, I stop properly looking after my family: I get home after work, sit down, tell everyone to leave me alone and go on reading. My wife sometime talks to me, but I perceive only distant noises, something that must not be too important.
It hurts my professional life... ...more
First, lemme tell you how PFH influences my life...
It hurts my family life...because, when I read his books, I stop properly looking after my family: I get home after work, sit down, tell everyone to leave me alone and go on reading. My wife sometime talks to me, but I perceive only distant noises, something that must not be too important.
It hurts my professional life... ...more

Oct 03, 2019
Kate
rated it
really liked it
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review of another edition
Shelves:
favourites-read-in-2019,
out-in-2019-and-read
Peter F Hamilton is one of my most favourite authors and so a new novel is such a big event. I loved Salvation, which set up Salvation Lost perfectly. The whole thing is a glorious, vast apocalyptic tale which, like the first novel, is set in the near future (early 23rd century) and a few millennia into the future when humanity is very different and is driven by a singular purpose. It's very exciting and pacey, too, as chapters move between different groups of characters. I do wish that PFH
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So, wow, the story seriously shifts into gear with this second installment in Peter Hamilton's newest trilogy. This is galaxy-spanning, alien apocalypse mania. Instant galactic travel via quantum spatial entanglement, gender (and age) bending bio-engineering, extreme terraforming, von Neumann style self-replicating tech and more, even some cyberpunk vibes, mix with a thrilling story of humanity's fight for survival against an enemy of implacable, highly advanced alien zealots. Part War of the
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Nov 30, 2019
Oleksandr Zholud
rated it
really liked it
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review of another edition
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hn-2020-longlist
This is the second volume of the trilogy and it is so great that I cannot wait for the third book. Peter F. Hamilton is IMHO an underappreciated SF author, possibly for being on the wrong side of the Pond. His books are often Hugo-worthy but have never made it to the short list of nominees. The review contains spoilers of the first volume, Salvation.
The story continues in both timelines. The plot of alien Olyix is uncovered, which forces their hand into action. This is one of more serious (to ...more
The story continues in both timelines. The plot of alien Olyix is uncovered, which forces their hand into action. This is one of more serious (to ...more

Life in the mid 23rd Century is the closest that humanity has got to a utopia, energy is pretty much free because of the quantum entangled portals and it has enabled mass transportation to almost anywhere. That comfortable life is about to come to an end as a threat of epic proportions has just been discovered. Feriton Kane’s investigative team has discovered that the supposedly benign Olyix race are heading to Earth.
They plan to harvest humanity, in order to carry us to their god at the end of ...more
They plan to harvest humanity, in order to carry us to their god at the end of ...more

Salvation Lost by Peter F. Hamilton (Randon House/Del Rey Books; 2019)
Salvation Lost is the second of a planned trilogy from prolific and popular hard sci-fi author Peter F. Hamilton. This series, "The Salvation Sequence," is set in an entirely new world that is similar to his earlier series like "The Night's Dawn Trilogy," and "The Commonwealth Saga," in that Earth plays a role that is more central to this latest series than others --- mostly because the this latest series features an Earth ...more
Salvation Lost is the second of a planned trilogy from prolific and popular hard sci-fi author Peter F. Hamilton. This series, "The Salvation Sequence," is set in an entirely new world that is similar to his earlier series like "The Night's Dawn Trilogy," and "The Commonwealth Saga," in that Earth plays a role that is more central to this latest series than others --- mostly because the this latest series features an Earth ...more

Wow.
Firstly I was fortunate enough to receive a copy of this book through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Now that’s out of the way I’ll say it again: wow.
When I read Salvation last year it immediately entered my top 10 favourite books. I’ve always been a fan of Hamilton but this particular trilogy has pushed all the buttons for me. Portals? Check. Aliens? Check. Espionage? Check.
Salvation Lost is actually better than Salvation. If I have one criticism is that the book ends; and the ...more
Firstly I was fortunate enough to receive a copy of this book through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Now that’s out of the way I’ll say it again: wow.
When I read Salvation last year it immediately entered my top 10 favourite books. I’ve always been a fan of Hamilton but this particular trilogy has pushed all the buttons for me. Portals? Check. Aliens? Check. Espionage? Check.
Salvation Lost is actually better than Salvation. If I have one criticism is that the book ends; and the ...more

Peter F Hamilton writes vast and intricately plotted space operas with a large cast of characters, mostly over many volumes, and while perhaps most known for his Night’s Dawn trilogy, it’s his Commonwealth Universe books that really show the staggering vision he has when telling his stories. The Salvation Sequence continues this trend, the first in the series, Salvation, building up a picture of humanity’s near future in detail, and leading us towards a revelatory conclusion. Salvation Lost is
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So I've read several of Peter Hamilton's series (Night's Dawn, Dreaming Void, Great North Road) and he definitely has a format and style. Although this is a very well crafted series, it feels like the author is rehashing ideas from previous series. Spoilers ahead for most of his series:
1) The large scale exodus of humankind in response to an invasion comes directly from the Pandora's Star and Judas Unchained books. He's using the same story with the same concepts and problems.
2) Travel to the ...more
1) The large scale exodus of humankind in response to an invasion comes directly from the Pandora's Star and Judas Unchained books. He's using the same story with the same concepts and problems.
2) Travel to the ...more

Salvation Lost by Peter F. Hamilton- The 2nd book in the Salvation trilogy- This is where the Shit hits the Fan! All the buildup of discovery and intrigue from the first book erupt into a full-on alien invasion, which gets more and more desperate and hopeless with every passing moment. Lots of action, surprise, and shock! The story rotates around from character to character, story-line to story-line, all centering on the overwhelming catastrophe happening to each participant and humanity in
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Peter F. Hamilton’s latest tome, Salvation Lost, is fantastic and well worth your time.
I have been a fan of Peter F. Hamilton since I first got Fallen Dragon as an SFBC book of the month. I fell in love with his worldbuilding and excellent characters. I plowed through the Nights Dawn series and still remember how I felt when, not realizing it was not a standalone novel, I blitzed through Pandora’s Star when it was first published and howled with dismay as I turned the last page and realized I ...more
I have been a fan of Peter F. Hamilton since I first got Fallen Dragon as an SFBC book of the month. I fell in love with his worldbuilding and excellent characters. I plowed through the Nights Dawn series and still remember how I felt when, not realizing it was not a standalone novel, I blitzed through Pandora’s Star when it was first published and howled with dismay as I turned the last page and realized I ...more

Imagine an Enemy driven by a single religion. Technology superior with the patience of a deity, who wished you to meet their God at the end of time.
Picture a foe with unlimited resources, cult like in a single minded need to convert ever sentinel being to its way of think.
All and any religion right now, in all the countries of the world, possess these same said facets. This is what makes the Salvation series so poignant.
Can science win out against blind unbending faith. A tyranny so self ...more
Picture a foe with unlimited resources, cult like in a single minded need to convert ever sentinel being to its way of think.
All and any religion right now, in all the countries of the world, possess these same said facets. This is what makes the Salvation series so poignant.
Can science win out against blind unbending faith. A tyranny so self ...more

I enjoyed this one quite a bit more than the predecessor. It moves pretty quickly, comes in at under 500 pages and moves things forward. The future timeline in particular is much better. No more YA warrior teen drama bullshit.
You can't not compare it to Benford's Galactic Center Saga, and it holds its own. Benford wastes even more time on weird sex stuff, and Hamilton doesn't use a blatant Mary Sue. Benford's far future guerrilla setting is still way, way better though, despite the improvements ...more
You can't not compare it to Benford's Galactic Center Saga, and it holds its own. Benford wastes even more time on weird sex stuff, and Hamilton doesn't use a blatant Mary Sue. Benford's far future guerrilla setting is still way, way better though, despite the improvements ...more

The threat to humanity and the galaxy is finally taken serious by those threatened. I was blown away after just the first few pages. I don't want to spoil anything for anyone, or for the author, whom I have the utmost respect of. But you know how some books will leave you on a cliffhanger, a big revelation and then take that story forward at the beginning of the next book? Well, Mr. Hamilton not only drops a bomb at the end of the first book, but sets the setting for an incredible continuation
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Nov 19, 2019
Michael
rated it
liked it
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review of another edition
Shelves:
science-fiction,
audiobook
This is the second part of a trilogy.
I must admit, that I had forgotten almost everything about the first book and I guess by the time the last book comes out this will have happened to the content of this book as well.
A lot of ideas and action set pieces have appeared in Peter F. Hamilton's earlier books.
It's OK, but not one of his better books.
One day I want to reread the The Commonwealth Saga of which I have such fond memories.
I must admit, that I had forgotten almost everything about the first book and I guess by the time the last book comes out this will have happened to the content of this book as well.
A lot of ideas and action set pieces have appeared in Peter F. Hamilton's earlier books.
It's OK, but not one of his better books.
One day I want to reread the The Commonwealth Saga of which I have such fond memories.

At the conclusion of this book discovered this is going to be a trilogy. Not thrilled... This should have been a single novel with short stories to provide the history of the saints. The way this volume of the Salvation Sequence ends would have been a good conclusion to the story.
Salvation Lost immediately follows the first installment of the Salvation Sequence, Salvation. The organization and telling of the story is identical to Salvation without the Saints vignettes - thank God! So the story ...more
Salvation Lost immediately follows the first installment of the Salvation Sequence, Salvation. The organization and telling of the story is identical to Salvation without the Saints vignettes - thank God! So the story ...more

Salvation Lost, what can I say, another Hamilton book that he smashes out of the park. The second installment in the salvation series, I have to admit I couldn't remember where the fist book had finished. But as I read on, I started to remember elements and characters of the first salvation book. Now this does feel a little bit of a bridge between the first book and what we find out in the third, but still strong in its own right. The legion characters were great and kind of reminded me of a
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So far my favorite book from PFH. The story is easy to follow and full out unexpected twists while the B storyline that Hamilton really likes to use is minimal. We get a glimpse of a universe that has many species (even though very little details about each). I can't wait for the third book to be released.

I listened to Salvation on Audible and apart from finding the narration challenging at times I thought the so called twist at the end was actually telegraphed half way through the book so I was left a tad disappointed, the sequel follows straight on from the first but this book in my opinion is much better, more cohesive, more engaging and generally more fun, I won’t be getting the audible again as the narrator is still challenging but as a read it’s well worth getting
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