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2.0 out of 5 stars Some science, much sentiment, 26 Jun 1999

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Gentry Lee's effort sans Clarke shows him to be an engineer, but not a craftsman, of the novel. While his assessment of 22nd century conditions on Earth and Mars is plausible, his characters lack depth and tend toward the 2-dimensional. Johann is undisguised in his representation of the secular analytic, and Beatrice is transparent in her role as mystic. While all good science fiction consists of mysticism and empiricism, the best sci-fi characterizations remain all-too-human mixes of both. Moreover, the plot meanders, leaving many loose threads--one might suppose this to be the invitation to a sequel. Unfortunately, the Bright Messengers sequel threatens to bog down in ungainly descriptions of alien "snowmen" and aquatic children whose presence is never explained. Aficionados of Donaldson, LeGuin, Simmons, or Herbert can leave this novel alone.

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4.0 out of 5 stars ok, so it ain't as good as rama, it is still worth reading., 10 April 1999

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ok, rama was a damn good book set, I have read it so many times the books fell apart (don't ask.) I think Gentry Lee could have got some other directions but hey I am no write (no yet anyway.) But I ask you start with earth and end with a raped and beeten death? beatris is a good charactor on the level of St. Micheal or even falstaff or puck from rama, but come on. what would nicole have done if richard and micheal where killed? she would have had some proplems wouldn't she? And what ever happened to max pucket? or simon? if you read this gentry lee please I beg of you drop me an e-mail, I am not mad as I have not let read any but this one (and the ramas) of your books.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A Masterpiece!, 18 Jan 1999

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This is not at all bad for Gentry Lee's first solo work. If beauty can be defined by a novel, this is it; a very beautiful, very moving piece of art. Johann sticks to logic and reasoning and has only doubts about God. Beatrice is devoted to God and compassion and service to others. They are two very smart but very different characters who, despite their differences, develop strong respect for each other. Readers will learn with these two characters that science and religion can co-exist. This book is part one of two... when I finished I sat silently for several minutes just thinking about what I had just experienced. Finally I snapped out of the trance and vowed to get the sequel as soon as it comes out (March 1999!)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Don't bother with this trash. Sorry Gentry, but it's true.
This book is awful. Mr. Lee does not bother to explain much about the mysterious "Bright Messengers" or anything else for that matter. Read more

Published on 20 Dec 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars A Stunning combination of emotion and hard sci-fi!
This book, from the very beginning presented a stunning plot and complex characters. The action is remarkable and keeps the reader wanting to read more and more. Read more

Published on 9 Dec 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars A distinct book with intense emotions.
The theory of religion coexsisting with science is an incredible topic that I've only ever seen 2 other times....in Rama Revealed, and Carl Sagan's Contact. Read more

Published on 22 Nov 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars If you loved the Rama series, you'll love Bright Messangers.
Reminded me very much of Rama. I couldn't put it down. I just had to continue reading to find out what happened next. A great story. Read more

Published on 20 Nov 1998

2.0 out of 5 stars Has a great start and then goes down hill from there.
The story was interesting enough for me to read it about a day, but I started losing interest when they ended up on the island. The end is strange to say the least. Read more

Published on 23 Sep 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars Great! But where is Double full moon night?
It has fascinating characters, and a great plot. I must admit that I really liked it. In short, it was all I hoped it would be (and more! Read more

Published on 22 Sep 1998

1.0 out of 5 stars OK, but only half of a book
What did I think of the book??? I say WHY BOTHER?!?! Like many others who have commented here over the last 18 months, I feel I was "hoodwinked" by Mr. Lee. Read more

Published on 23 Jul 1998

3.0 out of 5 stars Lukewarm response
Like everyone else, I picked up this book because I enjoyed the Rama series and wanted to see what Gentry Lee could do on his own. On the whole, I was a bit disappointed. Read more

Published on 15 Jul 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars The Rama series is brilliant
Though I miss seeing the Eagle in this one (smile) The mystery and suspense continue just when you thought Rama Revealed had explained everything! Read more

Published on 8 Jul 1998

4.0 out of 5 stars Sequel info
I enjoyed it alot. Like in Rama, it succeeds in creating characters with "normal" lives ( first 1/2) only to tear them out and thrust them naked into the universe,... Read more

Published on 2 Jul 1998

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