Opening Atlantis: A Novel of Alternate History by Harry Turtledove and Todd McLaren

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Opening Atlantis: A Novel of Alternate History
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Publisher: Tantor Media; Unabridged edition (December 4, 2007)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 1400105544

ISBN-13: 978-1400105540

Product Dimensions: 6.5 x 5.5 x 1.1 inches

Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces ()

From Publishers Weekly
Even in his lesser efforts, like this start of a trilogy about the Lost Continent of Atlantis, Turtledove is still the master of alternative history. Helped by the cool understatement of Todd McLaren, who makes all the "What ifs?" of the genre fresh and believable, listeners should plunge right into this predictable but intriguing story of the discovery of an unknown island during the reign of Henry VI by a wandering English fisherman. Fed up with political repression, the fisherman, his family and a few friends head for the promised paradise-only to find themselves pitted against an exiled nobleman who wants to rule the island. McLaren makes all the voices distinct and identifiable, from lowly Brits and smarmy lords to the foreigners flocking to Atlantis. There's not much magic or even the startling hooks on which Turtledove has hung earlier books (like the sudden arrival of repeating rifles during the American Civil War in Guns of the South), but Turtledove fans will appreciate McLaren's efforts. Simultaneous release with the Roc hardcover (Reviews, Oct. 1).
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From AudioFile
In the fifteenth century, a Breton tells English fisherman Edward Radcliffe about the uncharted land of Atlantis. Radcliffe decides to gather colonists to build a new life there. Harry Turtledove tells the story of three generations of Radcliffes as they settle the mythical continent and deal with wildlife, rival countries' settlers, and the wake of war at home. Todd McLaren reads with a deep, commanding voice that keeps listeners' attention, deftly handles a variety of accents, and gives the story the broad sweep it needs. Despite science fiction trappings, including strange animals and, of course, the nonexistent land itself, this novel plays out like a historical epic that also makes sharp observations about colonialism and expansion. J.A.S. © AudioFile 2008, Portland, Maine-- Copyright © AudioFile, Portland, Maine

Reader Reviews
This review is from: Opening Atlantis (Hardcover) A few years ago, a friend introduced me to early Turtledove, the Videssos series. Since then, I have read every one of his works, even those now out of print. It was therefore a matter of natural course that I pre-ordered this book. The title of the first book of the new trilogy, Atlantis, refers to an eighth continent discovered in the Atantic. At some time in the past, the eastern portion of North America split away, and was therefore discovered much earlier, shortly before the War of the Roses. Different nationalities settle, conquer the land, and eventually bring their homeland differences to Atlantis. It is a strong premise. Of my collection of 69 Turtledove works, this was the fourth in which I actually skipped and skimmed my way through the middle. The key events were entirely predictable, the writing tired, the subplots meandering. His tendency toward repetition was unedited. If you are new to Turtledove, I would recommend instead his classic work "Ruled Britannia" or "The Guns of the South." If you are experienced in the ways of the Turtledove and are looking for a fresh read, I would recommend you track down the out-of-print "The Two Georges" or "A World of Difference." Both are outside the mainstream and are excellent. Would I have read this book, given what I now know? Absolutely. I don't intend to miss a one. Would I recommend this book to someone who had not already read all of the other Turtledoves? Absolutely not. Look to his better works.

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