I can only really offer marks out of ten and a quick comment for the books at the moment, I'm hoping (if I get time) to write some reviews properly at some point in the future ... I'm doing my bit in getting all my friends hooked, though!
Ancient Shores 7/10 Fascinating concept and good stuff throughout, although I thought the climax (which I won't spoil) let it down a little. It seemed bit 'deus ex machina' to me (has Professor Hawking read it, I wonder?).
Deepsix 10/10 Absolutely brilliant from start to finish. I love the character of Hutch, and I love to hate McAllister. The creation of an entire alien world was so imaginitive and complete. My only gripe with be that we didn't find out more about the 'lights in the sea' ... but thats unstandable given the situation!
Eternity Road 8/10 Another excellent concept. I was genuinely surprised when a certain character met his demise. A real page-turner and the main character was very likeable, I'd be interested in more stories in this setting.
Hello Out There (Haven't read this yet, but it's on my shelf waiting!)
The Hercules Text (Haven't read this yet)
Infinity Beach / Slow Lightning 9/10 I don't tend to like books set this far in the future and with these kind of concepts (not sure why), but this was a brilliant mystery that kept me hooked. It was the first Jack McDevitt book I read and I'm eager to read it again soon.
Moonfall (Haven't read this yet)
A Talent For War 7/10 I don't tend to like first-person stories, and I found some of the storyline a bit confusing for some reason that I can't place now I think back, but the actual storyline was good and I enjoyed reading this book.
Polaris 8/10 I loved the fact that the mystery of the fate of the Polaris crew had me guessing to the very end. I felt that the technique of jumping narrator towards the end took me out of the story a little, however, but it didn't detract from the plot or my enjoyment of the book too much.
The Engines of God 6/10 It's a while since I read this one, but I seem to recall being a bit confused by what was going on towards the end. That's probably just me being a lazy reader, though. The concept of the Omega clouds is fascinating, though, that and Hutch kept me hooked!
Chindi 8/10 The moments of revelation throughout this book made it another real page turner for me, I love the concept of the Chindi and the ancient civilisations that it implies. It's this kind of 'lost civilisation' mystery that Jack is an expert at, and I think its part of what keeps me coming back for more.
Omega 7/10 Again, this book kept me hooked throughout, but I remember thinking at the end that it didn't feel the same without Hutch as the 'main' character (although given all she's been through I don't blame her for settling down and having a family!). The alien race was interesting, but would it really be that 'easy' to understand them? Finally, I thought the truth behind the Omega Clouds was a bit of a let down (although its not necessarily the 'complete truth' and left the mystery open nicely). But overall, its another entertaining book.
Seeker 9/10 Excellent story with a mystery that keeps pulling you along. I found myself hating the unseen villain, and feeling a strange empathy for Chase (few books manage to really make me concerned for the characters). The identity of the villain was a pleasant surprise, and the fate of the missing colony kept me turning the pages! I'll definitely be recommending this to anybody who'll listen (and most of those who won't!).