Steven C. (SteveTheDM) - , reviewed on 8/7/2010 + 204 more book reviews

Mission of Honor picks up where At All Costs left off, and is primarily a political space opera drama this time around, as the plucky Star Empire of Manticore deals with the Solarian League and their long time nemesis the Republic of Haven.

I've been a great fan of Weber's Honor Harrington universe for quite a while now, and this novel certainly didn't disappoint. Still, if you're here for space battles, this book probably isn't for you. Yes, there *are* battles, but each is relatively one-sided and they're handled rather tersely.

The political drama, however, was really quite good. And the twist at the end of the book was wonderful, and sets up a background that should probably power quite a few more novels in this universe.

For readers new to the Honorverse, however, don't start here. Start with On Basilisk Station and follow along from there.

Anyway: I really enjoyed it. 5 of 5 stars.

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