Imzadi Forever

Oh my goodness, shame on Peter David. He turned one of the cutest couples (Riker/Troi) from one of the most progressive sci fi shows out there (The Next Generation) into a pair of flat, one-dimensional characters out of some steamy, B-grade bodice ripper. What's most annoying is how stupidly regressive this is: capable Troi suddenly becomes a helpless damsel in distress; Riker's not much better than some beefy ape using his physical brawn to save her. And the entire Betazoid culture becomes a land of touchy-feely, wimpy art lovers. Spare me!

Two stars only because the IDEA of the book - Data chasing a bitter, old Riker through parallel universes - could have been so good.

I felt as though Peter David captured the essence of the Riker character incredibly well. The overall story is a bit slow and not much really happens. But I still found myself enjoying it quite a lot.

A bit convoluted, and some regressive gender politics, but still such a pleasurable read. It's clear that David has a lot of affection for the characters, and it was great to spend so much time with Troi and the Betazoids.