Browse author series lists, sequels, pseudonyms, synopses, book covers, ratings and awards. Seeker is a pageturner, a combo mysteryscifi novel that was an excellent first read for me of 2008. Another farfuture adventure for obsessive relic locatordealer alex benedict and his gorgeous pilotassistant, chase kolpath polaris, 2004, etc. Two interstellar travelers find an ancient ceramic cup that they believe was on the seeker.
Newscovers jackmcdevitt jack mcdevitt science fiction. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. Female pilot chase kolpath, this books narrator, gutsily tracks the ancient seeker on a breathless. Jack mcdevitt is an american science fiction author best known as the author and creator of the alex benedict series and the priscilla hutchins series mcdevitt was nominated for numerous nebula awards and won the award in 2006 for seeker. To jerry oltion, for reading and commenting on an early version of the manuscript. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read seeker. Although it is the third book in jack mcdevitt s alex benedict series, these books can be read completely independent of each other. One of the interesting concepts in the book, and mcdevitts writing, is the use of computer generated avatars of long dead people that are recreated through what is left behind and known of the person. Seeker an alex benedict novel book 3 enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. Jack mcdevitt born 1935 is an american science fiction author whose novels frequently deal with attempts to make contact with alien races, and with archaeology or xenoarchaeology. A couple of years ago, i was looking for some new science fiction to read. Alex and his assistant, chase kolpath, return to investigate the provenance of the cup. Mar 12, 2020 with polaris, multiple nebula awardnominee jack mcdevitt reacquainted readers with alex benedict, his hero from a talent for war. So, last tuesday new book tuesday for book geeks i found myself.
Then, i picked up the seeker, a book with an interesting spaceship. Written by jack mcdevitt, audiobook narrated by jennifer van dyck, jack mcdevitt introduction. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Jack mcdevitt is a renowned american science fiction novelist, who has. Everyday low prices on a huge range of new releases and classic fiction.
Two science fiction mastersjack mcdevitt and mike resnickteam up to deliver a classic thriller in which one man uncovers the secret history of the us space program. Buy seeker alex benedict book 3 by jack mcdevitt from waterstones today. Its the 8th book in the separate alex benedict universe. Seeker is actually the third book in jack mcdevitt s alex benedict series, but i picked up a talent for war book 1 some time ago and couldnt build any interest before putting it down and my library didnt have polaris book 2, so when the urge took me to give mcdevitt another shot, seeker is where my attention landed. Author jack mcdevitts complete list of books and series in order, with the latest. In 2688, interstellar transports seeker and bremerhav. Here, together in a single volume, are the two novels that launched jack mcdevitts reputation as a writer of suspenseful, thoughtful, senseofwonder science fiction.
The nebulaaward winning novel from the multiaward winning sf master jack mcdevitt. Seeker is a 2005 science fiction novel by american writer jack mcdevitt. A firstrate work by one of the true masters of the genre. Mcdevitt s first published story was the emerson effect in the. In jack mcdevitts new story, seeker, we have another classic mystery. I had enjoyed jack mcdevitt s short fiction back in the days when i was an avid reader of isaac asimovs sf magazine but had not read any of his novels until now. However, once the story hits its stride, i think this book becomes the most effective alex benedict story to date. Buy this book ideas abound in mcdevitts classy riff on the familiar. Mcdevitts first published story was the emerson effect in the twilight zone magazine in 1981. John w campbell memorial award best novel nominee 2006. Benedict is a seeker himself of antiquities, and has a knack for piecing the mystery of ancient civilization together. Maybe its the shift of perspective, from the character of alex to chase, but to be honest, after having read 3 fulllength novels having to endure the jarring firstperson monologue i think i have. He has won multiple awards including the international upc science fiction award for ships in the night, a nebula for seeker, a campbell award for omega, and the robert heinlein lifetime achievement award. Get the lastest upadates, read jacks blog and order books.
This is a fun, quick book offers many twist and turns with a very satisfactory ending. One of the interesting concepts in the book, and mcdevitt s writing, is the use of computer generated avatars of long dead people that are recreated through what is left behind and known of the person. I had enjoyed jack mcdevitts short fiction back in the days when i was an avid reader of isaac asimovs sf magazine but had not read any of his novels until now. Theres no one feature that stands out, but the blending of attitude, plot, investigation, and set. His two main series are the alex benedict series and the priscilla hutchins series. Jack mcdevitt, master storyteller, writes scifi mysteries ranging from space opera to time travel. Benedict is a seeker himself of antiquities, and has a knack for piecing the mystery of ancient civilization together and figuring out where in the known universe to look.
Eleven of his novels have been nebula finalists, and seeker won the award in 2007. Seeker by mcdevitt, jack and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. As far as i am concerned however, every science fiction lover should have every jack mcdevitt novel, short story etc. When alex benedict, interstellar dealer of antiquities, examines a seemingly unremarkable artefact, he is convinced it is from the infamous seeker a transport ship which fled the. Alex and chase follow a deadly trail to the seeker. Seeker by jack mcdevitt, 97804410753, download free ebooks, download free pdf epub ebook. Hello, out there contains the hercules text, winner of the 1986 philip k. Seeker by jack mcdevitt, 97804410753, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. The new book octavia gone is not in the same universe as the hutch hutchins books. A masterpiece on many levels, it transcends the boundaries of a gripping murder mystery to become a moving account of the battle between love and hate, faith and despair, compassion and cruelty, good and evil.
Seeker alex benedict book 3 by jack mcdevitt waterstones. An alex benedict novel by jack mcdevitt, jennifer van. Buy this book ideas abound in mcdevitt s classy riff on the familiar. Although it is the third book in jack mcdevitts alex benedict series, these books can be read completely independent of. This is perhaps most evident in seeker, the best organized tale of the. Seeker won a nebula in 2007 even though it was published in 2005 so it seemed like a good place to start. New britain, main library adult fiction fic mcdevitt check shelf newington, lucy robbins welles library adult department. Just what is it about mcdevitt that makes his books so hard to put down once you get started on one.
You cant help but be captivated by shel and daves excellent adventure. Seeker is actually the third book in jack mcdevitts alex benedict series, but i. When alex examines a strange old cup inscribed with english characters, hes sure its from the vanished seeker, one of two transport ships aboard which 5,000 colonists fled the u. Eleven of his novels have been nebula finalists, and seeker won the. Jack mcdevitt is an american science fiction author best known as the author and creator of the alex benedict series and the priscilla hutchins series. As with seeker, i found myself typically finishing mcdevitts books in. Jack mcdevitt project gutenberg selfpublishing ebooks. Jack mcdevitt born april 14, 1935 is an american science fiction author whose novels frequently deal with attempts to make contact with alien races, and with archaeology or xenoarchaeology. Alex and chase follow a deadly trail to the seeker strangely adrift in a system barren of habitable worlds. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months new customers receive 15% off your. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading seeker an alex benedict novel book 3. Jack mcdevitt is a former naval officer, taxi driver, english teacher, and motivational trainer, and is now a fulltime writer. He is a good writer, but not outstanding by any means.
With polaris, multiple nebula awardnominee jack mcdevitt reacquainted readers with alex benedict, his hero from a talent for war. Jun 20, 20 jack mcdevitt is a former naval officer, taxi driver, english teacher, and motivational trainer, and is now a fulltime writer. Seeker is the story of margolia, a lost colony that disappeared long ago and has become a legend much like modern day atlantis. While slightly annoying, this is, ive decided, a strength of mcdevitts writing since it shows the depth of his created worlds. Seeker is actually the third book in jack mcdevitts alex benedict series, but i picked up a talent for war book 1 some time ago and couldnt build any interest before putting it down and my library didnt have polaris book 2, so when the urge took me to give mcdevitt another shot. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Im indebted to michael shara of the american museum of natural history, to david degraff of alfred university, and to walter cuirle, for advice and technical assistance. Theres no one feature that stands out, but the blending of attitude, plot, investigation, and set pieces is a cut above the previous two books. Jack mcdevitt s 1990s masterwork, a talent for war, has featured in my top 10 list of scifi novels. Were looking for a longlost treasure, and the longsuffering chase is the legman.
Seeker an alex benedict novel book 3 kindle edition by mcdevitt, jack. Seeker book by jack mcdevitt half price books marketplace. Jack mcdevitt hits a home run with this witty, charming, yearning novel that puts a new twist on time travel. Buy seeker alex benedict book 3 by mcdevitt, jack from amazons fiction books store. Buy seeker alex benedict paperback softback by mcdevitt, jack isbn. He has over 20 novels available in print, ebook and audio. Jack mcdevitts 1990s masterwork, a talent for war, has featured in my top 10 list of scifi novels.
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