Wells' novel is fairly short but not a word is wasted, so the effect is truly shocking. This sequel, in contrast, is long and bloated and often goes nowhere, very slowly. After 200 pages I was skipping paragraphs, then entire pages, safe in the knowledge that the story wasn't moving anyway. Even worse than that, however, is that none of the characters had any depth and consequently I didn't know them, or care about them. Baxter's decision to make the narrator a woman was another mistake, her voice doesn't ring true at all, she could easily have been a 'he' with only a few changes. All in all, it's a wasted opportunity. Wells took us to the heart of the action, whereas Baxter doesn't seem much interested in action at all. A shame.
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A wide ranging and engaging sequel to War of the Worlds. Some modern terms jar a little with the early 20th century setting, but overall it is an interesting story.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
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