Gateways #7: What Lay Beyond (Star Trek)

Book Description

Created by the ancient Iconians, the Gateways offer instantaneous transport across unimaginable distances. Throughout the known galaxy, the sudden reactivation of the Gateways has destabilized interstellar relations -- and forced several of Star?eet's finest commanders to leap through separate Gateways into the unknown.

Captain James T. Kirk of Star Trek, The Original Series. Captain Jean-Luc Picard of Star Trek: The Next Generation ®. Colonel Kira Nerys of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine ®. Captain Kathryn Janeway of Star Trek: Voyager ®. Captains Calhoun and Shelby of Star Trek: New Frontier ™. Captain Nick Keller of Star Trek: New Earth.

All of these heroes have taken the ultimate gamble: hurling themselves through a Gateway without any forewarning of what lay beyond. Now each must face his or her own unique challenge, while struggling to find a way back to the ships and homes left behind....

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"Created by the incalculably ancient Iconians, whose transcendent technology is quantum levels beyond that of the Federation and its allies, the Gateways offer instantaneous transport across unimaginable distances. Throughout the known galaxy, from Deep Space Nine(TM) to the New Frontier, from the Delta Quadrant to the bridge of the Starship Enterprise (TM), the sudden reactivation of the Gateways has destabilized interstellar relations between planets and cultures previously separated by countless light-years. Starfleet's finest have coped with the crisis as best they can, but circumstances have forced several valiant commanders to leap through separate Gateways into the unknown. Captain James T. Kirk of the original Starship Enterprise Captain Jean-Luc Picard of Star Trek: The Next Generation® Colonel Kira Nerys of Deep Space Nine Captain Kathryn Janeway of the U.S.S. Voyager (TM) Captains Calhoun and Shelby of Star Trek : New Frontier Commander Nick Keller of the U.S.S. Challenger All of these heroes, for their own reasons, have taken the ultimate gamble: hurling themselves personally through a Gateway without any knowledge or forewarning of what lay beyond. Each must face their own unique challenge, struggling to find a way back to the ships and homes they left behind. And waiting behind at least one of the Gateways are the ageless Iconians themselves, the primordial architects of the mysterious portals causing chaos throughout the Milky Way galaxy. Where did they disappear to, many long eons ago, and what do they want now? The answer lies on the other side.... What Lay Beyond brings the Gateways saga to a spectacular finish, in an all-star collaboration by six popular, bestselling Star Trek authors. Among them, Diane Carey, Peter David, Keith R.A. Decandido, Christie Golden, Robert Greenberger, and Susan Wright have written dozens of Star Trek novels. This is their first mega-collaboration."

Customer Reviews:

A cheap shot by the publisher.......2005-08-14

I gave this book a low mark not because of the stories, but because of the format and that this is a cheap trick to sell an extra book.

This is the 7th of a set - not a series, but a set - of books about the Ionian-built gateways. I have not problems with the actual stories. They are good, well-written, Star Trek fare, spanning all televised series and the later book series that developed.

What really ticks me off is that none of the stories are complete. They are all continued and reach their conclusions in separate sections of this book. So what this book is is the final chapters of 6 other books.

This book does not stand alone in any way, nor does it tie the other stories together. Why not just conclude each book in the set as it was written!

If you have read any of volumes 1-6 of this set you will need to read this one to find out how it ends.

I would buy it used or check it out from the library, though, just to send the publisher a message.

Story-GOOD.... Extra Book-BAD.......2004-06-22

I didn't get into the Gateways series until this book was out in paperback, so I didn't have the continuity problems some others had.

The stories (I read TNG, DS9, NF, and VOY) are great with TNG's being the best. However there was ABSOLUTELY NO reason for this last book. Every one of the conclusions in this book could have been added to the end of their original books. Being each ending was only about an extra couple of chapters.

One thing I was quite disappointed about upon receiving the book was that I originally thought that the last book would be some kind of compilation story where somehow the different crews interact in some manner. Instead the book is not one story to be read from cover to cover, but a compilation of a bunch of endings to the previous stories.

One thing readers should know about Gateways is that if you don't plan to read more than 2 of them you probably shouldn't read any of them unless you are comfortable with throwing away your money on the last book simply for two more chapters.

can be skipped without losing continuity.......2004-04-19

Gateways What Lay Beyond is a compilation of the conclusions to all of the Star Trek Gateways series. Personally I only read "Horn and Ivory" which is the conclusion to the Deep Space Nine Gateways series.

There is nothing astounding to the conclusion. First of all, I will warn everyone that spoilers follow. So stop reading now if you want don't want to know what happens.

The whole story is focused on Kira, none of the other DS9 crew plays a role. In the last Gateways book, we find Kira stranded on a deserted planet in the Delta Quadrant dieing of theta radiation poisoning and Taranatar recovering from a brutal fight with a Hirogen. We also know that at the end of the last Gateways book, Kira staggers into a gateway that keeps flashing between two places. We would expect something to happen like her being returned to DS9 or Bajor but that's not quite what happens. After staggering into the Gateway, Kira is transported to a familiar planet 30,000 years in the past. The rest of the story has nothing to do with solving the mystery of the Gateways, it only opens up more questions. Not until the final chapter do we find out what happened with the evacuation.

It's a nice litte story, but you can easily skip it and go on to the Deep Space Nine Gamma series.

DS9: "Horn and Ivory": Kira's conclusion........2004-02-05

To be fair this is a rating of only one of the stories in the book. It is "Horn and Ivory", the conclusion of the DS9 Season 8 Relaunch book "Demons of Air and Darkness" (also book 4 of the Gateways septuplet).

I agree the marketing scheme of making dedicated readers buy the hardcover of this 7th book simply because it wraps up any (and every) one of the first 6 books is deceitful. Myself having read only the DS9 Gateway book as part of the relaunch, I was angered at the idea. Luckily, if you are reading this review, you no longer have to buy the hardcover, but can settle for the cheap paperback. Therefore, my review takes that into consideration.

I'll say that reading Book 4 and its conclusion in this book raised a few questions that I wonder as to whether or not they are solved/explained in the others Gateway books. I deem they probably are, and for that reason, perhaps buying this book simply for one book's conclusion rather than 6, is an incentive to go read the other books. Many have said the DS9 story is one of the best, and indeed I found it was excellent, but in time I may go back to read the other Gateway books. As it is, this is a review for "Horn and Ivory" by the marvelous deCandido.

At the conclusion of "Demons of Air and Darkness", Kira steps through a Gateway to be with what she believes are the Prophets. Where does it take her? Well of course it sends her back 30,000 years to a time of Bajor's past before the uniting of the world. At first, I did not realize that the entire sequel was only about Kira. By the time I had finished the short story, I was glad it was, because deCandido does the best job portraying Kira that I've read so far. You really start to understand her and feel what she feels. You get to understand Kira's nostalgia (of sorts) for the days of the Resistance, but more importantly you get to see her committed to being a good commander.

The plot. At first I was worried why we were in the old days, but slowly I got heavily involved into it and realized that where Kira had ended up had ties to her real life.
The book is about Kira rediscovering herself and understanding where she is in her life and coming to terms with what she's lost. At its base, the book asks: do you give up, or go on. The author certainly knows Kira well enough to answer the question for her, and I was glad watching her grow.

It was also wonderful getting to read about Bajor's fragile past before its unification and before the Prophets were worshipped by the majority of Bajor. Keith did an excellent job with this novel since to me it really didn't feel like a Trek novel or a DS9 novel, but more of a Medieval-type story with Kira thrust into it. Yet it works nicely somehow, and for that I give the book 4 stars. I couldn't give it 5 because though it does a good job, it deals only with Kira and none of the other DS9 crew. Only Garak's book, "A Stitch in Time" managed to pull off writing about one main DS9 character without becoming nostalgic for the other characters.

So there you have my brief review for what I consider to be Episode 6 of the DS9 Season 8 Relaunch novels. I read "Demons of Air and Darkness" in under two days, and immediately wanted to read the conclusion in this book. Thus my review is only for the DS9 Kira story, "Horn and Ivory" and not as a conclusion to the Gateway septuplet.

If you read "Demons of Air and Darkness" and tolerate or love Kira and want to know what happens to her at the end of that book, you'll want to read her conclusion. If you have not read "Demons of Air and Darkness", do not read "Horn and Ivory" as it does not stand well on its own (as it is not meant to!).

Spectacularly Disappointing!.......2003-02-20

The series Book 1-6 was promising, if annoying for having a cliffhanger ending that forced you to buy the next book, or specificially the Book 7 which contains all the endings.

Well after being built-up by books 1-6, wondering if the inconsistencies between those books would be tied together in ST Gateways Book 7, wondering if Book 7 "the grand conclusion of what lay beyond" would put forth a good explanation for the Iconian mystery, tie all the loose ends together and provide good conclusions for the cliffhanger endings of books 1-6...............it was most most most disappointing to see that this was not the case.

Book 7 creates more inconsistencies and the endings are [bad]. Oh some of the endings were ok, but the final ending...for the TNG book in the series...which was SUPPOSED to tie everything together, totally messed it up and failed, completely failed to deliver! I mean...first in books 1-6 they established that once activated a gateway cannot be destroyed no matter what they threw at it because it will simply absorb the energy. THEN in Book 7...suddenly Gateways CAN be destroyed by explosive force...no explanation given!!! Just a lazy author who didn't even read the previous book he wrote and ignored all stuff he established in the previous book! Once again, this is a MAJOR LETDOWN!

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Gateways #7: What Lay Beyond (Star Trek)
Diane Carey , Peter David , Keith R. A. DeCandido , Christie Golden , Robert Greenberger , and Susan Wright
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WHAT LAY BEYOND (STAR TREK GATEWAYS, NO 7)
ORDOVER / GREENBERGER
Manufacturer: Pocket Books
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My LullaBible A to Z Promise Book introduces God's assurances to toddlers (newborn to three) in alphabetical order through story, illustration, and song. Little ones will see and hear how their Creator always promises to Answer me, Bless me, Comfort me, and so on.

Written and composed by Grammy-nominated producer Stephen Elkins, this special book of promises comes with an hour long CD of twenty six all-new songs to inspire and soothe young children.

Customer Reviews:

Wonderful book for baby.......2007-03-10

This is a wonderful book. The pictures are precious and the book is made such that it should last for a long time. The music included is also wonderful.

Thank You Prayer (My First Taggies Book)

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Thank You Prayer (My First Taggies Book)

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Thank you for the world so sweet. Thank you for the food we eat. Thank you for the birds that sing. Thank you, God, for everything. Read this popular child's prayer with your little one while they tug at the ever-popular taggies tags and gaze at the sweet, soft illustrations.

Baby's First Prayers (First Bible Collection)

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My 5 Month Old Loves it!!!
Zoe learns to pray
adorable book
Perfect for babies!
Baby's First Bible

Baby's First Prayers (First Bible Collection)
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From newborns to grade-schoolers, The First Bible Collection includes a format perfect for every child.

Baby's First Prayers is a very special companion to Baby's First Bible. The easy-to-understand text combines classic traditional prayers with original new prayers for toddlers, and includes parent-and-child activities on every page. Cut-out windows and beautiful illustrations add to the appeal, while the handle and clasp allow your child to carry the book everywhere.

Format: Books with Handles

Dimensions (inches): 6 1/2 x 7 3/4

Customer Reviews:

My 5 Month Old Loves it!!!.......2007-04-26

I bought this book when my son was 3 months old and he still loves it!!!

Zoe learns to pray.......2006-08-16

My daughter, Zoe is 21 months old & we both loved this book. She is learning to pray & the short, often rhyming words make prays easy to remember. But most of all the vibrant illustrations captivate the toddler's interest. This was a great buy!

adorable book.......2001-07-14

The pictures are quite endearing and detailed with lots of things to point out and talk about. The little latch is a hit. We must operate it at every page!

Perfect for babies!.......2001-02-08

The moment my 2 yr. old daughter saw the book, she never let go. Every night, we both cuddle up & look at the very colorful pictures with cutouts on each page. I make up stories on each page & also read to her the simple prayers that she could learn as she grows. Since the pages are made of hard board, they are perfect for tiny, experimenting hands which turn each page awkwardly with too much excitement. Furthermore, the lock at the side makes it easier for those tiny hands to carry. No more flapping pages! These little inquisitive kids will not only learn to read but also harness their motors/skills by opening/closing the lock. Another big plus is the handle which allows the children to hold/carry the book very conveninently wherever, whenever. I highly recommend this book to all your toddlers!

Baby's First Bible.......2000-06-26

This is an enjoyable colorful bible for babies. The colors and the stories are a fantastic way to Introduce baby or toddler on the bible. This little beginning makes it fun and easy for mom and dad to explain further the stories that are told, too.

My Very First Devotional Bible: Selections from the New International Reader's Version

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Excellent for toddlers, twos & threes
Excellent for young children!
Excellent devotional for young children
My Very First Devotional Bible

My Very First Devotional Bible: Selections from the New International Reader's Version
Catherine DeVries
Manufacturer: ZonderKidz
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Book Description

Now kids ages 4 to 7 can have their very own devotional Bible! Using Bible stories, contemporary illustrations, and parent-child interactive activities, My Very First Devotional Bible helps young children learn to draw near to God. Each of the 52 devotions is tied to a Scripture selection from the New International Reader's version (NIrV -- "The NIV for Kids!") and is splashed with playful, full-color illustrations. My Very First Devotional Bible is the youngest in the popular line of Zondervan Devotional Bibles. Get your child started early on a lifetime of loving God!

Customer Reviews:

Excellent for toddlers, twos & threes.......2007-08-23

I ordered this devotional Bible for our preschool. The teachers in the toddler, twos & threes rooms are crazy about it. The pictures are bright and cheerful, the stories are short, but the point is there - and there is a fun, short activity to do or scripture to say. I will be ordering more.

Excellent for young children!.......2006-04-19

I put these bibles on my baby shower registry. Now my girls are 4 1/2 and we are still reading this bible every night. The stories are simple to follow, yet clearly explain right and wrong from God's perspective. I have watched my twins just listen (from age 12 mo) to doing the activities listed at the ends of the story. I look forward to them reading the stories to me soon. This is an A+ recommendation for any parent.

Excellent devotional for young children.......2003-06-08

Our kids are 3 and 4 and we have gone through this book twice and have started our third time. I bought another children's devotional book and it was not nearly as good so we keep coming back to this one. The illustrations are wonderful and our kids love to flip through the book just to look at the pictures. The stories are about things all children can relate to. I highly recommend this book for anyone with young children who would like to start a daily family devotion time.

My Very First Devotional Bible.......2001-02-16

Excellent, Excellent Book!!! I've bought a copy for my son, nephew and God-daughter. It's an excellent book for beginning the Christian education process with a child. The real world stories helps your child make the connection with the Scriptures and how they should be used for direction in our lives. The colorful illustrations are excellent also.

Baby's First Book of Psalms: First Steps of Faith (Lullabible, 3)

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Baby's First Book of Psalms: First Steps of Faith (Lullabible, 3)
Stephen Elkins
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A trip back in time......
Absolutely breathtaking!

My First Prayers
Bessie Pease Gutmann , Nancy C. Akmon , and Roni Akmon
Manufacturer: Blushing Rose Publishing
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

ASIN: 1884807526

Customer Reviews:

A trip back in time.............2002-10-22

This beautiful book took me back to my childhood when people had framed prints of this artist in their homes, including my own home. I intend to give this to my six-year-old granddaughter with the hope she will love these prayers and pictures as much as I do!

Absolutely breathtaking!.......2002-03-17

This book is just lovely. The prayers are simple, sweet and appropriate. The illustrations are absolutely breathtaking. It is a beautiful book for a Christening, a first communion, a first birthday, or just any occasion. As a grandmother, I'm so happy to have found it. All six of my grandchilden will be lucky enough to have this book for their very own.

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My Very First Prayers
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A Christmas book for the very young. This wonderful mix of ten stories retells the traditional Christmas story of Christrsquo;s birth as well as lovely folk stories about the Christmas season. Among the favorites are ldquo;The Fourth Wise Manrdquo; ldquo;Baboushkardquo; ldquo;Good King Wenceslasrdquo; and ldquo;The Bakerrsquo;s Christmas.rdquo;Written in simple language for very young children this is the perfect gift for a childrsquo;s first Christmas.Brilliant papercut illustrations bring these moving stories to life. The perfect Christmas gift.

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Wonderful book

Baby's First Book of Prayers
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I'm very please with how fast the books were sent to me. I brought it two weeks ahead of the baby shower I was going to so I figure it might take a while for me to get it so it was great that I got it just in a few days like I was promise.

Wonderful book.......2004-09-20

This book focuses on being thankful for all things in life--from the smallest of things (the green grass, noses, giggles and many more) to the more important things in life (Mommy and Daddy and families). Prayers are very short and rhyme. Prayers about behaviors are included in this book such as a couple about being sorry for acting bad and learning to share. The book is small--perfect for tiny hands. This has been one of my very favorite books. I will buy this book for all new moms in the future. I definitely recommend this book and hope you enjoy it as much as I have.

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Tender and Sweet!
Wonderful toddler book

Baby's First Bible Songs
Allia Zobel-Nolan
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Tender and Sweet!.......2004-12-17

This is a wonderfully constructed carry along book for children.
With it's own little snap and handle they can bring it with them with ease. Colorful cover and durable, this book will last a long time.
Inside we find the words to many of the bible songs children love to learn, such as, " Jesus Loves Me," and "Kum Ba Yah."
The illustrations are very colorful and flow nicely with the words.A great way to teach your little one the songs that praise their Savior.
It is a beautiful work and I highly recommend it.
Shirley Johnson

Wonderful toddler book.......2001-05-05

Kids love this one. The illustrations are wonderful and bright and it contains all the most popular children's Bible songs that are easy for kids to memorize and sing. They also like to open and close the little clasp in the middle of the book. Highly recommend!

Baby's First Book of Prayers: First Steps of Faith (Lullabible, 1)

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excellent for the entire family

Baby's First Book of Prayers: First Steps of Faith (Lullabible, 1)
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excellent for the entire family.......2004-10-20

Before my daughter goes to bed for the night we always say our prayers and count our blessings.
I was looking for a book that would write down simple little prayers that a child could understand and enjoy.
Most books go overboard. Too deep, too mature, or just really over the top.
I believe in prayer, praying as a family and teaching your child the beauty of god and his love for us.
This book is wonderful. She sits through the entire book. It is so simple and enticing. one page you see a picture that fits the prayer that is written on the oposite page. Easy and simple, down to the fact but gentle prayers.
So beautiful. I can highly recommend this.
These prayers are written as you would speak or talk, pray to god yourself or you would try to teach your child to comunicate with him.
I am so impressed and can recommend this book very much.
Enjoy this little book

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