Captain's Blood

by William Shatner, Judith Reeves-Stevens, Garfield Reeves-Stevens

Book Overview

The Romulan Empire is in disarray after the destructive leadership of the Reman Shinzon, and Ambassador Spock launches a bold attempt to reunify the Romulans with their distant forbears, the Vulcans. But when Spock is publicly assassinated at a Romulan peace rally, Starfleet and the Federation are unable to search for the criminals responsible without triggering an intergalactic war. Thus it falls to James T. Kirk to investigate the death of his beloved...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 067102129X
• ISBN13: 9780671021290
• Release Date: December 2003
• Publisher: Star Trek
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 1.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.4" x 8.2"

Customer Reviews

VERY nice follow-up to the so-so Captain's Peril...

I have come to know just a few things in life, and one of the more interesting and surprising facts is that William Shatner, with the calculated help of Judith & Garfield Reeves-Stevens' write some spectacular Star Trek novels. It all began with 'The Ashes of Eden' and although not every single novel has been a Grand Slam, they have all been pretty good, I would even go so far as to say above average for Star Trek novels. 'Captain's Peril' was I felt not the best from this trio of authors, but I still enjoyed how the story went from the past to the present and included so many of Trek's major characters, specifically Kirk and Picard. Shatner's novels have in general been very kind to all the major Trek series characters, from Next Gen to DS9 and even Voyager, and 'Captain's Blood' is no exception.Talk about a tragedy! The beginning of the novel finds Ambassador Spock assassinated while on a mission of peace. My first reaction was one of absolute disgust. How could Shatner DO this to us fans? But then I have to remember that Spock was killed before and is still with us, so forcing myself to remember that this is science fiction, I continued on knowing that all isn't what it necessarily seems when it comes to this kind of story. Is he REALLY dead? THAT is something I will leave up to you to figure out, but I have a feeling you already know. Again, this story takes place shortly after the events chronicled in Star Trek: Nemesis, which I felt was a VERY under-appreciated Trek Movie, and seamlessly picks up with the problems facing Starfleet, Romulus and Remus. Featuring an expanded character list which includes Admiral Janeway and the EMH from Voyager, all major Trek fans will find this entry into Trek Lore to be a very satisfying one. There are MANY plots moving in this rather short story, but never fear, the authors are very much in control of everything, including the outcome. I now find myself looking forward to the next installment in Shatner's newest trilogy even more so than I was anticipating 'Captain's Blood'. I think it can be finally said: William Shatner not only was a great iconic leader in the Trek Universe, but he can also write some really great novels as well. This one is to be savored. Trek fans rejoice and enjoy. Mr. Shatner? By all means, live long and prosper.

Star Trek: Captan's Blood

Star Trek: Captain's Blood written by William Shatner and Judith and Garfield Reeves-Stevens is a genuine spot-on hit. A continuence of the storyline from the lack luster "Captain's Peril," Captain's Blood" is an Kirkcentric novel with twists and turns and plenty of action-adventure.We get a blending of the main characters of TOS,TNG, and Voyager. Meaning that we have Kirk, Spock, Scotty, and Dr. McCoy mixed with Picard, Worf, Riker, Dr Crusher, and Geordi along with Janeway and the EMH. There is a nice interweaving of Kirk's son (Joseph) in this book, making for some interesting scenes. The book opens with Spock's death, but is he really dead. The story is about a mission to Romulus to investigate Spock's death, but that is just of only 2 missions wrapped into one for this crew. Admiral Janeway sends Kirk, Scotty, and Dr. McCoy to investigate who killed Spock. While Picard, Dr. Crusher, Geordi, and the EMH are on a covert mission. All are on a space yacht called the Calypso which is a Q-ship and are sent on their why to Romulus.Well, of course, they do not make it to Romulus but they are sent to Remus the planet the revolves around Romulus as the two planets were cleved from one proto-planet. Remus does not revolve so one side is always facing the Romulan primary and one side is always in darkness. Although both were settled by the same Vulcans the planets evolved seperate ways. Now, the Remans are the slaves of the Romulans which is the premise for a civil war between the two planets.This book follows the events of ST-Nemesis as the Romulan Star Empire is in major disarray and Ambassador Spock is pulling out all stops as he attempts to reunify the Romulans and the Vulcans. Now, intergalactic war is a distinct possibility as in a public speach Spock is assassinated.Trapped on Remus on the eve of a civil war with Romulus Kirk must find a way to end the conflict but finds a conspiracy of major importance and the truth about the threat that faces the Romulans. We get a hint of what to expect about the startling destiny of Joseph, and the final chapter in the book whets your appetite for what is to come in "Captain's Glory."As for Spock, don't count him out as of yet... things look pretty grim from what is in the book but this is only the second book of a trilogy and there is time for miracles to happen. This is a well-written story that moves at a well-paced clip. You should finish this book quickly as the action-adventure plays out. This book is well worth the money as the story is interesting.I hope that "Captain's Glory" will be as well-written as "Captain's Blood." Only time will tell as everyone else in the galaxy will know soon enough... the Peace of the Totality is on it's way.

Shatner's Captain's Blood Delivers

After William Shatner's last lackluster Trek novel, Captain's Peril, I wasn't too sure how exciting the next entry would be. Needless to say, I was pleasantly surprised. Not since The Return have I read a William Shatner book I had trouble putting down. Captain's Blood delivers the plot and action that we expect from a Kirk adventure. The intermixing of the Original Series, Next Gen, and Voyager characters is seamless and just wonderfully done. The book starts out a little vague, but as you read, you develop an understanding of the thick plot the book contains. Weaving together so many stories is not an easy thing to do, but this book delivers. Picking up very soon after Nemesis, this book offers almost a continuation of the movie, offering something the movie may have lacked. The Spock story is perfectly integrated into the novel.It was also interesting to have now Admiral Janeway and Voyager's EMH be a large part of the plot...they certainly have some great moments. Take my advice...give this book a try! Some of the most interesting moments in Star Trek come from the novels. And, after finishing the book and reading the ominous epilogue, you'll be screaming for more!!

Engaging!!!

Yes,the Shatner books are totally "Kirkcentric", but its the best fun in all the current S.T. Books today...Yeah Enterprise sucks..This is why the near rabid intrest in the good old days and what happens next.This novel hits the balance of nostalgia and the whats next in the Star Trek universe..Berman and Braga should hire Shatner and his co-writers...They have the heartbeat of the Star Trek fans..can't wait for Captains Glory..Kirks been having it rough lately..He needs a break...Great novel,great action and more importantly, it advances the S.T.universe storyline...Paramount..call Shatner..quick!!!

Definitely back on track!

Captain's Peril was a disappointment to everyone, but, you have to look at that book as one long bridge and setup piece for the next story, which is where this thing takes off. This book is definitely a return to form for this series and, as I have said about every single one of the other books, is the most genuine Star Trek I have seen in ages. If only we could get stories like these for our Star Trek movies or series.Once again, Shatner and the Garfield Reeves-Stevens take the mediocre drabness from mainstream Trek these days and find a way to bring sudden validation and depth to it. That's what real writers are supposed to do. So, even a franchise killing movie like Nemesis suddenly resonates with a little meaning thanks to the repair job and extension certain events are given here. That's what I have always loved about this series. The way they connect the dots, fill in the blanks, and flesh things out and really make all parts of Star Trek truly feel like one big universe in the most epic sense. That's the way Star Trek always really was meant to be - not a weekly soap opera set in space like it has been in recent years.Say what you will about Shatner, but he and his two collaborators clearly know this universe and love it and its characters passionately, and it shows. That's what Star Trek so desperately needs now. People that really care about it and love it to be in charge vs. those who want the quickest way to turn over a buck. The irony of that being: If you make quality Trek, you will make more money, because quality Trek always has had that universal appeal. I look forward to each book in this series like I used to the Star Trek movies. To me, the stories within are that important and I consider them canon as far as I am concerned. I always tell people if the want to remember what real Trek is about, read this series, read Peter David, read Micheal Jan Friedman, and a few others.I sincerely hope this series doesn't end, because it feels like it's my last hope for real quality Trek and the continuation of the "main" story. I understand that all good things must come to an end, but...I hope that's not for a long while. Must read!