I, Q

The above people are likely Trekkie fans, and read this book solely because it was in the Star Trek section. Believe me, this book is one of the best I have ever written, and definitely is one I recommend to anyone seeking to understand the universe better. The entire story (almost) was written by Q, as a narrative. Some people apparantly did not like this. I did. It showed a lot of wit, philosophy, and just plain good writing. Some of the jokes were incredibly funny, like the one about the man complaining to god. And I spent much of the book wondering about the hidden jabs against both religion and atheists. But which one is truly being supported? I cannot say. This book however, is really a funny view on life in general with the camoflage of being just another dull Star Trek adventure. I hope to see more books from Q's viewpoint written as well as this in the future.

This book was probably one of the most interesting things to come down the pike in a long time. Never since the book, "How to Be a Superhero," have I laughed so hard and so often at the text. Not that the text is that bad, rather, it's that good. It is more ripe with humorous observations, from the point of view of Q, than a Dave Barry book. It gripped me and left me craving it like a narcotic every time I was away from it until I finished it. When I finished, I laughed the insane laughter of Sam Neill at the end of "In the Mouth of Madness," as I had figured out the ultimate irony in the story. Now, I am only wondering one thing: How much of this was written by John DeLancie, and how much was by Peter David? I am usually unimpressed with Peter David's predictible plots and utter horrible B-movie endings, (he did ruin the once promising "Trancers" movie series, you know). This book however, left you guessing right to the end, even when the answer is given to you at point-blank range, you just seem to overlook it, (much like the movie "The Game"), because your mind is so busy trying to conjure up some meaning much greater than the actual meaning. But sometimes simplicity has its place, as with the ending here. I just wonder how much DeLancie collaborated with Peter David in suggesting endings for the story. Basically, this was a delightfully twisted romp abundant with hilarious, mirthful philosophical observations. Never once did it disappoint.

I really liked this book, because it was so not trek while still feeling like trek. In short: simply something that fit well, but was too risky to be tried earlier. It's completely absurd, twisted and surreal and by all means I do not recomend this to everyone, but I found it original and risk-taking enough to give it five stars,wich I dont often do.

The Star Trek fan will love this book. Especially those who enjoy the character of Q. John de Lancie was the perfect man to bring out the true character and humour of Q. Some parts have you giggling to yourself, some have you laughing out loud. The book is packed with bitter ironies and an amazing plot. Q's son and wife are falling victim to a strange phenomenon, as are many speices all over the multiverse. Q enlists Picard and Data to help him find out what the heck is going on before its too late. Some examples of the irony I mentioned earlier:1. At one moment Q, who is the narrator of the story, tells the audience about a discussion he has with he child. He tells him that his father is NEVER afraid. A few pages later he's scared out of his wits2. He tells the audience that he trusts his first instincts, and a page later, goes against that!3. He tells us he is omniscient, but then doesn't know something!This book is a real must have for any Star Trek fan, and a laugh riot for those Q lovers.

I must disagree with the reader from California. This Q novel was very entertaining. The entire story is told in the first person by Q. It the plot was subtle but it was there. The book captures the essence of Q. It involves Q trying to find his wife and son and solving a mystery that could destroy the universe. One should not judge a book by its length but by the story it tells. This book is in it's on unique way the equal to Q-Squared and Q-in-Law. It is much superior to the Q Continuum trilogy. Fans of Q should definately buy this book.