Sunday, April 16, 2023

Review: Star Trek: Voyager: Mosaic, by Jeri Taylor, 1996

Mosaic Mosaic by Jeri Taylor
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Star Trek: Voyager: Mosaic, by Jeri Taylor, 1996


Jeri Taylor's "Mosaic," a Star Trek: Voyager novel delves into the past of Captain Kathryn Janeway while simultaneously presenting a Delta Quadrant escapade. As a fan, I found myself engaged by the interweaving narrative strands that took me through Janeway's early life, her time as an ensign, and her relationship with familiar characters like Admiral Paris and Commander Riker.

As the story unfolds, we witness Janeway's extraordinary growth and development, which Taylor masterfully showcases with a seamless blend of action and character development. While the other storyline of the stranded away team initially piqued my interest, I eventually found myself drawn more to Janeway's backstory, particularly her time as an ensign and her interactions with other Starfleet officers.

Despite some minor distractions from occasional technobabble and a slightly rushed ending, the novel's pacing is good, ensuring a entertaining journey from start to finish. Only a few times did I find the connection between the two main narrative strands jarring, but overall, the integration was satisfactory.

"Mosaic" deepens our understanding of Janeway's character, revealing the pivotal experiences and choices that shaped her into the strong, resilient leader we know and admire. For fans eager to explore the untold story of Captain Janeway, this book is a must-read that adds a new dimension to the Star Trek: Voyager universe.

I rate this novel 4 out of 5 stars.

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