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Review of Defiant (Kris Longknife)
- As part of an agenda to oust her father from his political position, Kris Longknife is relieved of command. But when an alien enemy launches an invasion, she defies both government and military authority to lead a rag-tag fleet against the threat.
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- Posted on 2006-01-02
Not particularly exciting
I picked this book up on a whim, the cover looked cool, and I wish I hadn't. This book was my first, and last, foray into the Kris LongKnife novels. The only character development in the book consisted of everyone telling LongKnife what a great person she was. That got real old after the 57th time that somebody brought up the "great" Longknife tradition. The space battles were entertaining, but seemed to drag in parts. The rest of the book was a bewildering collection of contrived scenes. If you're looking for a great sci-fi series to get into, check out David Weber's Honor Harrington series. Its everything that Mike Shepard is trying to mold the Kris Longknife novels into.
Score: 1
- Posted on 2005-12-14
Very good series, 41/2 stars
This is the first in the series that I read-I seem to be reading series backward. The overall writing reminds
me of David Webber although not a polished. Character development is good, the story well told and compleing,
with an intgeresting mix of societies and clash of cultures. The long term villan of the series gets at least some
comupence. Thedre is some humor paritularly with Nelie's interactions with the humans. I'd like to give it 41/2
stars but there is no provision for that. I'd give it 5 but it is stil a little rough around the edges, but even so way
better than the run of the mill couyboys in space or SiFi millatry-not as good as Webber yet but definately
getting there.
Score: 4
- Posted on 2005-11-13
Kris just keeps on growing.
First let me start this off by saying that the proof reading was much better this time around...
This story is once again about Kris Longknife and her adventures as rich girl, navy officer and princess. Our favorite cast of characters has returned... along with a few new ones, who help provide a deeper insight into what it means to be a Longknife. Kris finds out much more about this for herself...
The author's skill continues to progress and this story is much better in terms of the amount of skill. I am however dissatisfied with the author's obsession with mutiny. In at least 2 of the now 3 books in this series the main character commits mutiny and the other book isn't far behind! While I did enjoy this book more than the previous 2, my note to the author is fine a new plot element.
I'm sure you space opera fans will enjoy this tail as well... so pick up a copy... In my opinion the series along with the author are getting better!
Score: 4 - Posted on 2005-11-07
Kris Longknife continues to grow!
In this third volume of Longknife adventures, Mr. Shepherd' characters continued to grown and add aspects to their characters that make for an excellent read. If you like space opera, there is plenty of that, if you like military science fiction, there is plenty of that, if you like heroic characters, that is plenty of that, and finally if you like smart machines, Nelly is there to provide a plenty of that too. I recommend this book to everyone who enjoys good science fiction.
Score: 5