The Left Hand of Destiny

I read this book within 24 hours as I simply could NOT put it down! Even though I have not been able to get my hands on Book 1, this is an EXCELLENT stand-alone story! J. G. Hertzler (a.k.a. Martok) and his co-writer, Mr. Lang, did themselves proud! I'm looking forward to any future Star Trek writings done by this duo!

The Left Hand of Destiny Book I and II have been some of my favorites of the continuing stories of DS9. I think this was the most exciting set of books so far. There were many references to the DS9 episodes, and quite a few characters were pulled in for this set of books. It's sometimes shocking yet strangely satisfying when some of the characters are killed off and "put to rest" in the relaunch. It kind of brings a finality to that part of the series and story. The action in this LHoD was superb. I stayed up very late at night reading these books - I could not put them down.

Great book and well-written characters(especjally :Worf and Martok, plus Pchar)and relationships beetwen them.I think that the writters tried to tell something more about Martok's family,Drex and Sirella than we got to know from the tv,and make Drex a litte smarter,than he was in tv:). I also like Alexander -It's look like he can find his own path among Klingons,althrough having still human attitudes.

The Book keeps you reading and wondering what will happen on the next page. For any real Star Trek lover this is a book for you. I would not suggest this book to someone who can't stand Klingons though, and like every book there are a few dry reading pages.

Hertzler and Lang have created characters and a story line that keeps even a non Trekkie and non-Sci-fi fan engrossed from cover to cover. There are characters that endear themselves and others who you love to hate. I recommend these books to all readers. Great humorous asides that bring a chuckle even while the blood is flowing. May seem strange, but Hertzler and Lang pull if off.