Black Genesis

Background

Published in March of 1986, Black Genesis is the 2nd book in the Mission Earth series which sees Jethro Heller and Sultan Gris making it to Earth.

Black Genesis
Black Genesis

My Thoughts

This book takes more than a few swings at psychology, government, and so on. It is still a lot of fun as you see things fall into place for Jethro and not so much for the good Sultan.

I find myself looking for deeper meaning in this books as the story moves along. Jethro Heller is a little overpowered but he truly is a “good guy”. He cares for everyone, even those who are trying to do him harm. Sultan Gris constantly expects the worst to happen from Heller’s acts of kindness and decency but they always work out for Heller. People end up being loyal and kind in return rather than be vengeful and cruel. Perhaps the book is just pandering to what sells but it certainly works on me.

Recommendation

A fun read but start at the beginning.

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