Who Would Like This Book:
If you love space opera with a hefty dash of found family, heartwarming camaraderie, and a touch of romance, "Conflict of Honors" is bound to charm you. The worldbuilding is rich and immersive - think sentient trees, psychic talents, galactic clans, and a crew you’ll genuinely care about. Fans of character-driven stories, likable heroes, and a vibe that feels like Georgette Heyer in space will find a lot to savor.
Who May Not Like This Book:
Some readers are less enchanted by the frequent point-of-view shifts and omniscient narration, which can be confusing if you prefer clear, grounded perspectives. Others find the characters a bit too wholesome or the heroine too perfect. If you're after gritty realism, hard sci-fi, or tightly plotted technical adventures, this one’s gentler, warmer approach may not be your cup of tea.
About:
'Conflict of Honors' in the 'Liaden Universe' series by Sharon Lee is a space opera novel that follows the awakening and integration of Priscilla y Mendoza into the Korval clan under the mentorship of Shan yos'Gallen. The book delves into Priscilla's origins as a magic adept exiled from her home world and her journey to find her place within the Liaden culture. Through a combination of love story, intrigue, and character development, the plot unfolds with likable characters navigating through a galaxy filled with high adventure and alien cultures.
The writing style of 'Conflict of Honors' is described as engaging, with well-written narratives that evoke a sense of contentment upon finishing the book. Readers appreciate the absence of gratuitous violence or sex, focusing instead on character interactions, world-building, and a touch of humor. The book is praised for its ability to create a delightful backdrop of humanoid characters traveling through space in FTL spaceships, while highlighting the camaraderie and support among the characters that brings a sense of happiness to the readers.
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Has Romance?
There is a medium level of romance, which plays a significant role but is not the sole focus of the story.
From The Publisher:
A CLASSIC OF THE LIADEN UNIVERSE®!
When Priscilla Delacroix y Mendoza was sixteen years old, she was declared dead by the High Priestess of the Goddess and by her mother. Banished to survive on her own, Priscilla has roamed the galaxy for ten years as an outcast-to become a woman of extraordinary skill. . . .
Now an experienced officer assigned to the Liaden vessel Daxflan, she's been abandoned yet again. Betrayed by her captain and shipmates, she's left to fend for herself on a distant planet. But Priscilla is not alone. Starship captain Shan yos'Galan is about to join Priscilla's crusade for revenge. He has his own score to settle with Daxflan. But confronting the sinister crew will be far easier-and safer-than confronting the demons of Priscilla's own mysterious past.
About Dragon in Exile:
"[S]prawling and satisfying. . . . Space opera mixes with social engineering, influenced by Regency-era manners and delicate notions of honor. . . . [I]t's like spending time with old friends . . ."-Publishers Weekly
About Necessity's Child:
"Compelling and wondrous, as sharp and graceful as Damascus steel, Necessity's Child is a terrific addition to Lee & Miller's addictive series."-Patricia Briggs
About the Liaden Universe® series:
"Every now and then you come across an author, or in this case, a pair, who write exactly what you want to read, the characters and personalities that make you enjoy meeting them. . . . I rarely rave on and on about stories, but I am devoted to Lee and Miller novels and stories."-Anne McCaffrey
"These authors consistently deliver stories with a rich, textured setting, intricate plotting, and vivid, interesting characters from fully-realized cultures, both human and alien, and each book gets better."-Elizabeth Moon
"[D]elightful stories of adventure and romance set in a far future. . .space opera milieu. It's all a rather heady mix of Gordon R. Dickson, the Forsythe Saga, and Victoria Holt, with Lee and Miller's own unique touches making it all sparkle and sizzle. Anyone whose taste runs toward SF in the true romantic tradition can't help but like the Liaden Universe."-Analog
"[T]he many fans of the Liaden universe will welcome the latest…continuing young pilot Theo Waitley's adventures."-Booklist on Saltation
"[A]ficionados of intelligent space opera will be thoroughly entertained. . .[T]he authors' craftsmanship is top-notch."-Publishers Weekly on Lee and Miller's popular Liaden Universe® thriller, I Dare
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2 comment(s)
Excellent! Not hot and heavy with the romance, but definitely a wonderful, compelling story.
3.5 stars rounded down
I liked this book but I felt vaguely confused the entire way through. I dunno if I missed a few chapters or something ?? Also the romance was alright, but not amazing. Mostly I enjoyed the setting/worldbuilding.
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About the Author:
Maine-based writers Sharon Lee and Steve Miller teamed up in the late 1980s to bring the world the story of Kinzel, an inept wizard with a love of cats, a thirst for justice, and a staff of true power. Since then, the husband and wife have written dozens of short stories and twenty plus novels, most set in their star-spanning Liaden Universe®. Before settling down to the serene and stable life of a science fiction and fantasy writer, Steve was a traveling poet, rock-band reviewer, reporter, and editor of a string of community newspapers. Sharon, less adventurous, has been an advertising copywriter, copy editor on night-side news at a small city newspaper, reporter, photographer, and book reviewer. Both credit their newspaper experiences with teaching them the finer points of collaboration. Sharon and Steve passionately believe that reading fiction ought to be fun, and that stories are entertainment. They maintain a web presence at korval.com.
Maine-based writers Sharon Lee and Steve Miller teamed up in the late 1980s to bring the world the story of Kinzel, an inept wizard with a love of cats, a thirst for justice, and a staff of true power. Since then, the husband and wife have written dozens of short stories and twenty plus novels, most set in their star-spanning Liaden Universe®. Before settling down to the serene and stable life of a science fiction and fantasy writer, Steve was a traveling poet, rock-band reviewer, reporter, and editor of a string of community newspapers. Sharon, less adventurous, has been an advertising copywriter, copy editor on night-side news at a small city newspaper, reporter, photographer, and book reviewer. Both credit their newspaper experiences with teaching them the finer points of collaboration. Sharon and Steve passionately believe that reading fiction ought to be fun and that stories are entertainment. Steve and Sharon maintain a web presence at http://korval.com.
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