By Schism Rent Asunder by David Weber
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Book Reviews of By Schism Rent Asunder
Book Review: Excellent, Excellent, Excellent
Summary: 5 Stars
I read other reviewers comments and wonder what book the negative reviewers were commenting upon? David Weber gets better and better, if that is possible, with each new book. This second of his new series with Merlin/Nimue is just plain great, IMO. Each turn of events is fascinating, the exploration of the characters' personalities and character, particularly the lack thereof within the vile and utterly corrupt Vicars (particularly Clyntahn) is amazing. The author's insight into the politics of religion is dead on.
It was refreshing and uplifting to have King Caleb marry Queen Sharleyan which added a bit of softening and humanity to this hard story full of war and inhumanity dished out by the Church's representatives. I liked that Prince Nahrmahn Baytz (love the play on the name) of Emerald was forced to come to heel to Caleb and the Kingdom of Charis.
I look forward to more of Merlin's interfacing with his spaceship and data base in future stories and the re-education of the population of Charis and Chisholm as to what and who they really are. And, most of all the fall of the Church of God Awaiting.
Book Review: Great book, and a Great new series!
Summary: 5 Stars
David Weber is my favorite writer, and while I don't read ALL of his stuff, I've read most of his works. The Honor Harrington series, The Dahak series, etc., and this series seems to have taken all of those and modeled this one. It starts off so much stronger and cleaner than others, and actually, the series seems to be a RECASTED continuation of the Dahak series, which ended with Heirs of the Empire. I really loved that book, as a great what-if, and I think this is where he re-imagined the tale. Humanity has a chance to do it all over again, but this time with a sentient guardian. The book has a right mixture of intrigue and action, and the characters are all "believable", which has been some problems I've had with previous Weber books on occasion. Overall, I'm REALLY looking forward to reading these books for years and years to come. This storyline has massive potential, since he's got to take humanity all the way back to the stars, and victory!Book Review: I Loved It
Summary: 5 Stars
OK, so it is not all action. `Thud and Blunder' stories are all too often much too heavy on the blunder. I happen to prefer action preceded and/or accompanied by serious thought, which is what David Weber tends to give us. And I like his sly references that aren't essential to the story, that don't distract if you miss them, but add a bit of spice. Like, for example, Merlin is actually a PICA of Nimue Alban, or in the Honorverse, the ship owned and crewed by StateSec of Haven is named the Tepes (pronounced teppish).
For maximum enjoyment of BSRA, you should first read the first book in the series, OFF ARMAGEDDON REEF. I know, the title doesn't sound very exciting, but the book turns out to be delightful, and it establishes the universe. I am eagerly looking forward to the publication of the third volume, BY HERESIES DISTRESSED.
Book Review: Weber does it again
Summary: 5 Stars
David Weber is what I would consider a Science Fiction writer, or even a Space Opera writer as many of his works span enormous worlds and are epic in scope. However, Weber is extremely flexible and has excellent Fantasy books out there as well. In "By Schism Rent Asunder" he manages to write an excellent follow on to "Off Armagedon Reef". It continues the story of Merlin (Niume), Cayleb and the whole cast of characters as they fight for the very survival of Charis and their immortal souls. If you have read "Off Armagedon Reef" then I highly suggest you pickup and read a copy of "By Schism Rent Asunder", if you haven not read "...Reef" you then I suggest you get a copy and read it first. "By Schism Rent Asunder" is another strong argument to read this series and for David Weber being one of the best Science Fiction writers today.Book Review: By Schism Rent Asunder
Summary: 5 Stars
Once again David Weber has taken a different society, and made it understandable, and interesting. This is the second in the series, and we all wish David would write faster. Although I'm sure his (or somebody's) meticulous editing takes time, waiting another year for the next one is going to be trying! Weber is one of the best at writing dialog (apparently not a common skill), battle scenes, descriptions of hardware, and how foreign societies work. For those who like the Honor Harrington series, and it's associated "Honorverse", this is a worthy addition.
Now, if we could just get David to get on with adding to the "Hell's Gate", "Shadow of Saganami", and "Honor Harrington" series, in addition to the next book in this series, we'd all be much happier.