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I Dare (Liaden Universe #11)
by
Sharon Lee (Goodreads Author),
Steve Miller
I DARE The dynamic conclusion to the Agent of Change series in Lee and Miller's Liaden UniverseA(R)! Val Con yos'Phelium-a Scout, former Agent of Change, husband, brother to Turtles, and designated heir to Clan Korval's fortune and mission... whether you considered him respectable or not, no one would call him a gambling man. When he reappears demanding Balance and retribu...more
Paperback, 467 pages
Published
September 15th 2007
by Meisha Merlin Publishing
(first published 2002)
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Last (so far) in the Liaden series. I want more!
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The conclusion to the Agent of Change series sees Clan Korval and its allies bringing the war home to Liad to directly confront the Department of the Interior and to protect Liad. After the clan scattered in Plan B, Pat Rin, thinking he was the only one of Korval alive, plots his balance. He forges an alliance with the Juntavas and finds a lifemate in Inas Bhar, Sector Judge. Then he goes to Surebleak to make it the new base of operations for Clan Korval. Meanwhile the rest of the clan is making...more
I really thought I had read this one - along with Local Custom and Scout's Progress. Once I started, it has become rather evident that I had not. This is the conclusion to the Agent of Change sequence - the plot-line with the Department of the Interior.
I've been fascinated with Pat Rin ever since his character was referred to in Conflict of Honors. While the first bit of Pat Rin we see is rather drab (no jewels or fancy parties to be seen), once he truly becomes involved in the action, his tran...more
I've been fascinated with Pat Rin ever since his character was referred to in Conflict of Honors. While the first bit of Pat Rin we see is rather drab (no jewels or fancy parties to be seen), once he truly becomes involved in the action, his tran...more
I'm about 75 pages in right now. A few issues:
There are too many story lines going on. All of the lines from Plan B and 2 new ones. Having all but 1 take place in the same time line, and then having Pat Rin's story being told several months behind everyone else, isn't helping either. It feels like The authors suddenly realized in this the 3rd book of a trilogy, that they've left out someone pretty important, and are scrambling to get his story line included and up to speed, while still moving th...more
There are too many story lines going on. All of the lines from Plan B and 2 new ones. Having all but 1 take place in the same time line, and then having Pat Rin's story being told several months behind everyone else, isn't helping either. It feels like The authors suddenly realized in this the 3rd book of a trilogy, that they've left out someone pretty important, and are scrambling to get his story line included and up to speed, while still moving th...more
Just reread this because I've been in a Liaden universe rereading frenzy. This is a favorite for many fans of Lee and Miller, and I can understand why. The wrap-up of the plot events that began with "Agent of Change" is a pretty big deal. It involves all of the living members of Clan Korval that we've come to know and love, plus we get to know a few of them a lot better than we ever have before.
So why does it leave me a little disappointed? I think the biggest issue is that it could easily have...more
So why does it leave me a little disappointed? I think the biggest issue is that it could easily have...more
5/5; 5 stars; A+
I can't decide if this is my favorite of the series or if Local Custom is. Never mind, it doesn't matter; I loved this book. I am so happy to have re-read it because there is an amazing amount of complexity that I missed the first time.
The story is like a complex weaving. The reader is kept abreast of several story lines on multiple planets and as the book comes to its conclusion the lines weave more tightly and faster and the next thing you know there is a fabulous cohesive ser...more
I can't decide if this is my favorite of the series or if Local Custom is. Never mind, it doesn't matter; I loved this book. I am so happy to have re-read it because there is an amazing amount of complexity that I missed the first time.
The story is like a complex weaving. The reader is kept abreast of several story lines on multiple planets and as the book comes to its conclusion the lines weave more tightly and faster and the next thing you know there is a fabulous cohesive ser...more
Brilliant and exciting end to the Department's attempt to control Clan Corval. We get to see Pat Rin, the least known but not the least by any means, member of the Clan as he executes his plan for Balance on Surebleak. Fascinating look at how to reform a Wild West style planet that is out of control into a working society. As well as a dang good story.
The final story so far in the Liaden series. Hopefully there will be more taking off from this point. I don't count the books about Theo Wately because they tell her childhood up until she shows up in this book (and are not nearly as good in my opinion) This might be my favorite of the series. Kind of depends on the day I guess. Great sci fi space opera and sci fi romance. The romances are light but they are an integral part of the story. I have a very great fondness for Pat Rin who could be con...more
It really is a wholly satisfying end for now with two major new players introduced. I'm very much looking forward to reading Ghost Ship whenever it becomes available.
My favorite space opera series.
Because this title is wrapping up several plot lines in the three book sequence (Agent of Change and Plan B precede it) it can seem a little choppy. But I found Plan B much less cohesive.
I loved getting to know Pat Rin and watching him solve so much more than his own problem!
Because this title is wrapping up several plot lines in the three book sequence (Agent of Change and Plan B precede it) it can seem a little choppy. But I found Plan B much less cohesive.
I loved getting to know Pat Rin and watching him solve so much more than his own problem!
This is a great series! Rich in culture, politics, and characters. Also much mysticism is incorporated into the science of this universe.
One of my all time favorite novels. Best if read after Conflict of Honors and Agent of Change. That is if you can get them.
In this Liaden book we learn more about Pat Rin, but that was the only feature that really stuck out for me.
Yet another great book from the Liaden universe; I'm quite addicted to this series
Wonderful book! It reminds me of Georgette Heyer's masterpiece Cotillion.
Highly satisfactory. Probably the most so of all the Liaden books thus far.
Such a good book. I love these books. They just make me happy.
Last and strongest part in the "agent of change" arc.
I love anything Liaden!
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3.5
Genre: Space Opera
This book concludes the story arc started in _Agent of Change_. For all that I'm very fond of Miri and Val Con, the real "meat" of this book (imo) is the story of Pat Rin and Natasa reviving Surebleak. But then I have a great fondness for stories about rebuilding stuff. More so then any of the other books in the series, the POV jumps around _a lot_; between Val Con, Miri, Shan, Pricilla, Anthora, and Pat Rin. Alot of different stories/relationships are being followed.
This book concludes the story arc started in _Agent of Change_. For all that I'm very fond of Miri and Val Con, the real "meat" of this book (imo) is the story of Pat Rin and Natasa reviving Surebleak. But then I have a great fondness for stories about rebuilding stuff. More so then any of the other books in the series, the POV jumps around _a lot_; between Val Con, Miri, Shan, Pricilla, Anthora, and Pat Rin. Alot of different stories/relationships are being followed.
While I enjoyed this book a lot, as a conclusion, I felt it didn't feel very concluded. There was a alot that felt unexplained and left up to the reader to somehow infer? So I enjoyed it but ultimately it wasn't as satisfying as I might have hoped for!
Jun 08, 2008
Katharine Kimbriel
rated it
5 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
Adults, YA who want space adventure.
Recommended to Katharine by:
My hearthheart Whit
Shelves:
science-fiction
This is great SF adventure with characters you will care about and fascinating new cultures where everything is not as it appears. Start with AGENT OF CHANGE and CARPE DIEM and watch the worlds, the characters, the strength of storytelling grow and grow!
The "Agent of Change" Miller&Lee books are among my favorite re-read books. Adult and YA-able -- mature concepts/relationships, no current vulgarities, graphic sex or senseless violence.
The "Agent of Change" Miller&Lee books are among my favorite re-read books. Adult and YA-able -- mature concepts/relationships, no current vulgarities, graphic sex or senseless violence.
An eminently satisfying conclusion to the main storyline, although again blossoming with side-stories begging to be explored.
Aug 18, 2011
Jennifer
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Love the Liaden books. Love Love Love them
3.5 stars
May 19, 2013
Charlotte Daye
marked it as to-read
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