Hmmm, this one was rather boring . . .

Reviewed by DogsDeserveCompassion, 2004-04-01

I recently listened to the ABRIDGED version of another X-Files novelization called Antibodies and enjoyed it quite a bit (especially the smart dog bits). The ABRIDGED version of Ruins, though, just couldn't hold my attention for any length of time and I found myself doing a lot of rewinding when my mind would drift away. Could be the story was a dud or it could be my frame of mind. Either way I won't be re-reading this again and will be passing it along sooner rather than later.

The story is about an archeological dig gone bad. Throw in an ancient curse, a search for a missing archeologist, possible human sacrifice (yikes!), then add some bad guy standbys like a drug dealer and the leader of a revolution and sprinkle it with bits of Scully and Mulder and you have yourself a story that falls to Ruins (at least for me). I'm sure it'll appeal to folks interested in archeology (there's lots of techie jargon tossed about), super die-hard X-Philes, and fans of Mitch Pilleggi, AKA Agent Skinner who does a decent job of narrating the story excepting a few bits where his tone takes a turn toward the monotonous.

This is a good book, very interesting

Reviewed by Kitty, 2000-11-03

I read this book not long ago and I have to say that it was wonderfully written. The author puts you in Mulder and Scully's shoes (something that I wish I could do in real life :) and you can see everything that is going on. Mulder and Scully are very well portrayed and I love the way she described the-oops! Don't want to give it away! It's a must for all Philes!

Excellent book for everyone, not just X-Philes

Reviewed by Anonymous, 1999-07-14

I thought this was the best X-Files book I have read. The plot was very exciting and always moving at a very thrilling pace. To summarize, Special Agents Mulder and Scully are investigating a death in Central America, where Mulder uncovers what he believes is an Inca temple made for extra-terrestrials. Excellent insight into both Mulder and Scully.

The best yet!

Reviewed by Anonymous, 1999-06-18

This is by far the best X-Files book written! I have read all of the except for the newest novelization of our favourite show, and although it was the first I read, it is still the best! Mulder and Scully's relationship is at it's strongest point. They are both witty, and smart. Once again, Scully is skeptical, but Mulder proves her wrong. The entire plot for this book is thick, and the people who you believe are innocent, could really turn out to be either! Despite the fact that some of these Mayan names could be a little confusing, it was definitely worth it. A genuine X-File. You know, the cases filed under X. On a scale of one to ten, I'd give it an 11! Read it! In fact, read everything Mr. Anderson writes!

The best book of the X-Files (in this moment)

Reviewed by Anonymous, 1999-06-14

The Ruins is the best X-Files book I've ever read. Also I read Goblins, Whirlwind, Ground Zero but I find the Ruins BEST of them. Mulder and Scully are presented as they are in the show (I can't say that about Ground Zero). Kevin J. Anderson write really excellent book.