Beyond Shattered Illusions
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| Title: | Beyond Shattered Illusions |
| Publisher: | C and C Enterprises & Vicki Kirlin |
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| Author(s): | Carmen Dexter |
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| Illustrator(s): | Ann Crouch |
| Date(s): | August 1980 |
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| Fandom: | Star Trek: TOS |
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Beyond Shattered Illusions is a gen 91-page Star Trek: TOS novel written by Carmen Dexter. The illos are by Carmen Dexter.
It is a Berengaria Special Edition.
From the editorial: "Due to unforeseen circumstances, the art work of Sat Nam Kaur Keahey will not be featured in BEYOND SHATTERED ILLUSTIONS. My thanks to the assistance of Carmen Dexter and Ann Crouch in getting this fanzine out within the time scheduled."
Summaries
Summary from the author: "Set approximently 25 years after the Enterprise's 5 year mission. A strange set of circumstances reunite Kirk, Spock, his wife Christine, McCoy, Chekov and Scott to battle an awesome entity. This action adventure, philosophical allegory delves into the psyche of its characters as they struggle to deal with the aftermath of their experiences." [1]
Summary from the author: "Peace is suddenly shattered when an unknown entitiy thrusts itself up on a slumbering galaxy, destroying and killing. Admiral Kirk, a military instructor for the past twenty years, is asked to return to command once more. Accompanied by Professor Spock, Dr. Leonard McCoy, and Dr. Christine Chapel, they face the greatest challenge of their careers." [2]
From an ad: "'Shattered Illusions' is action adventure, psychological drama, and allegory featuring the Trek characters." [3]
Interior Sample
Reactions and Reviews
25 years after mission, K, Mc, S & C are reunited to fight 'awesome entity.' Chris in first half of story. *1/2 [out of five stars] strong Chris.[4]