Dinosaur Planet Survivors
| Company type | Novel |
|---|---|
| Industry | Science fiction literature |
| Founded | 1984 |
| Founder | Anne McCaffrey |
| Products | Science fiction novel |
Survivors: Dinosaur Planet II, also known as Dinosaur Planet Survivors, is a 1984 science fiction work authored by American novelist Anne McCaffrey. This book serves as the follow-up to Dinosaur Planet (1978) and represents the second installment in the Ireta series.[1]
In 1985, both initial novels were published together under the title The Ireta Adventure. The series was further developed in 1990 and 1991 when McCaffrey, along with other writers, released three more books commonly grouped as the Planet Pirates trilogy.
Summary
The narrative of Dinosaur Planet Survivors picks up with the ongoing exploration of mineral deposits on planet Ireta. After enduring a 43-year period of suspended animation, those who survived a mutiny awaken to discover that their distress signal has been interpreted by a Thek, an alien species interested solely in a hidden beacon they had located. Left without assistance, the group uncovers an unauthorized colony and a landing infrastructure established by the mutineers intended for settlement purposes. Multiple Thek then arrive, imposing their authority to serve their own agendas.
Reception
In his critique published in White Dwarf issue #62, Dave Langford characterized the novel as a conventional science fiction adventure lacking the emotional depth typically found in McCaffrey’s romantic SF and fantasy works. He also expressed dissatisfaction with the prose quality, labeling it as "slipshod".[2]
Reviews
- Joseph Nicholas reviewed the book in 1985 for Paperback Inferno, issue #53[3]
- Hal W. Hall provided a review in Fantasy Review during April 1985
- Thomas A. Easton [credited as Tom Easton] offered his evaluation in the May 1985 edition of Analog Science Fiction/Science Fact
External links
- ↑ Template:Isfdb series.
- ↑ Langford, Dave (February 1985). "Critical Mass". White Dwarf. No. 62. Games Workshop. p. 9.
- ↑ "Title: The Survivors".