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In Enemy Hands (Honor Harrington #7)
by
David Weber
Honor Harrington's orders take her into an ambush, and she finds herself scheduled for execution on a prison planet the enemy calls "Hell." Bad as things look, they're about to get worse -- for the enemy
Mass Market Paperback, 530 pages
Published
October 1st 1998
by Baen
(first published 1997)
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As some of the other reviewers have said, this is not the strongest book in the Honor Harrington series (although it is still very good). My reason for finding it somewhat heavy going is probably, however, idiosyncratic: I just don't like reading about suffering, particularly in the context of captivity and torture. Not that torture is more than alluded to in the book -- we're nowhere close to the blood-soaked pages of Carey's "Kushiel's Legacy" series, or Mieville's "Perdido St...more
This series keeps getting better. Stayed up 'til 1:45 reading it this weekend... :}
The last 100 pages were quite exciting, and then it had to go and end on a cliff-hanger to boot. Gotta go get the next one from the library!
Not to thrilled w/ the sexual tension between the protagonist and a superior officer though. It was not thoroughly explored in this book, which means it must be coming back in the next. Oh well.
I Did appreciate Weber's discourse (through character...more
The last 100 pages were quite exciting, and then it had to go and end on a cliff-hanger to boot. Gotta go get the next one from the library!
Not to thrilled w/ the sexual tension between the protagonist and a superior officer though. It was not thoroughly explored in this book, which means it must be coming back in the next. Oh well.
I Did appreciate Weber's discourse (through character...more
Not one of the best of this series. It takes even longer than usual for anything to happen, about 200 pages. The situation that puts Honor in a position to be captured seems contrived, as does the whole escape scenario.
I think Weber has introduced a Lady Barbara for his Horatio: Honor has fallen in love with the Earl of White Haven. I've been careful to avoid spoilers on this series, but if I had to guess, things don't look good for White Haven's wife.
I think Weber has introduced a Lady Barbara for his Horatio: Honor has fallen in love with the Earl of White Haven. I've been careful to avoid spoilers on this series, but if I had to guess, things don't look good for White Haven's wife.
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Am I done with David Weber's Honor Harrington series yet? Sadly, no. After finishing In Enemy Hands, I still have many more to go, but it's not a struggle I dread.
Fittingly, this particular installment is more about Haven than Honor or Manticore. The first half of the book is almost purely setup, and considering the title, it's not exactly a surprise that our heroine is eventually captured. But that's fine in this context, because Haven has historically received the short end of the ...more
Fittingly, this particular installment is more about Haven than Honor or Manticore. The first half of the book is almost purely setup, and considering the title, it's not exactly a surprise that our heroine is eventually captured. But that's fine in this context, because Haven has historically received the short end of the ...more
Just when Honor seemed to be back on track in the RMN, resuming her illustrious career there, the universe seems to turn against her. Caught in a surprise ambush, she manages to save the rest of her convoy, but the ship she is on is captured.
Now the Peeps have her, and and their queen of propaganda, Cordelia Ransom, has specific designs on Harrington's fate - and those plans don't include longevity of life.
In several of the more exceptional books of this series, the pace ...more
Now the Peeps have her, and and their queen of propaganda, Cordelia Ransom, has specific designs on Harrington's fate - and those plans don't include longevity of life.
In several of the more exceptional books of this series, the pace ...more
I have to admit that I stayed up late last night to finish this one. That should be taken as a proof for the fact that Honorverse can still keep my interest alive. Weber's descriptions of large scale space battles are still unrivaled in realism and intensity. The thing is though, that I'm getting more and more tired of 'goodness and competency' of the Manticorans. Everybody is so bloody professional, clinical and clean-cut and it's simply becoming boring. I was somewhat suprised that in some sec...more
This novel really dug into the heart of war and the characters on both sides through their decisions and thoughts. Weber did a fantastic job of illustrating inner turmoil for many of his characters and above all, honor and loyalty were portrayed brilliantly. I have never really been a huge fan of the treecats, but in this case, Weber does Nimitz justice and really elevates him beyond just a semi-intelligent pet. I'm looking forward to reading the new paths of danger Harrington is continuously fo...more
Another strong entry in the series. It's slow to start, but the build-ups are fun to read, so that's not such a bad thing. This is another set-up book for larger plot lines in the series, but it still manages to carry a nice story arch in an of it self.
There was one little niggle I had with this one, though. For the first time in the series, some of the characterizations went a little too far into the comical. One of the things I like most about the HH series is the nice balance Webe...more
There was one little niggle I had with this one, though. For the first time in the series, some of the characterizations went a little too far into the comical. One of the things I like most about the HH series is the nice balance Webe...more
While not the best book in the series, it certainly has its moments. As usual, the title is a spoiler, but that's OK. Unfortunately, it gives Weber a chance to make lots of people go all gooey over Honor until the heroine worship, already cloying, becomes just too much.
We definitely get a much deeper look into Haven's society & problems. Weber has done a fine job there & the book is worth reading for that if nothing else. He's done a fine job of drawing parallels to our current...more
We definitely get a much deeper look into Haven's society & problems. Weber has done a fine job there & the book is worth reading for that if nothing else. He's done a fine job of drawing parallels to our current...more
This book managed lots of tension where the others have not always done so- the possibility of personal loss of characters seems far more compelling than the potential to lose the thousands of crewmembers that seem to die each time Honor goes to battle.
I'm going to have to slow down at reading these books- I tried to go a chapter a day in this one, but still finished it in about three days. I really don't want to 'run out' of these stories anytime soon!
I'm going to have to slow down at reading these books- I tried to go a chapter a day in this one, but still finished it in about three days. I really don't want to 'run out' of these stories anytime soon!
OMG--if you like military SF, you DON'T have to read this. Okay, I liked, nay loved, the last hundred pages, as good as military SF gets. But the first three hundred pages drag. . . too much extrapoloation and world building without enough narrative to drive the story. If you really LOVE Honor Harrington, it's a must read. If it's only the second book by the author you have read, as it was with me, well. . . it's good but not great.
Loved the last third or so much more than the first part of the book--I felt like I was reading a documentary for a lot of this instead of an interesting sci-fi/naval adventure. Additionally, I feel that there was less of the story and characters in this book than previous entries in the series and more technical background. I suggest the use of appendices for this, as was done a couple books back--that was much more palatable.
Whew, fast and furious! I really liked this (book 7?) and I'm really itching for the next one. Thank goodness the library can find its copies of this one! The plot development and character development keep getting better and better and despite occasional eye-rolling moments (yes, I get that Rob S. Pierre has a historical counterpart, yes, got it) the writing and the universe it creates is quality and satisfying.
Edward Creter
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Sad ending somewhat, cos (and here's where I do a community service with a "spoiler alert") she says a "farewell to arms" (at least to her left arm!) but this is her best adventure yet, and the series gets better and better! Here, Honor is captured and sent to a planet appropriately called Hell, from which (boring and repetitive as it sounds) no one leaves alive! Can her friends help her escape? Read for yourself and enjoy!
This book was excellent, but painful. At this point, we have lived through Honor's life, and now we get to see what happens to when she is captured by the enemy.... And that is what makes it painful, we feel the pain, and agony that the character is going through... And the sadness that her parents and friends are feeling.
This one had my heart in my throat for the second half. I used to think that David Weber was a mere space opera writer but not any longer. His science surrounding space travel and his idea of how the military will conduct itself in the middle-future are utterly convincing. Apart from that, his characters, particularly Honor, and story-lines keep getting better. I will read this series many times.
More Great Escape-goodness. And to offset the continuing triumphs of a handful of determined, stubborn, down-right inplacable heroes we're reminded that even in the worst of circumstances human nature can still be an ugly thing. One of the best verbal dressing downs Honor delivers.
I really am enjoying this series. Strong female protagonist, good writing, great action scenes... I got a bit bogged down in technical talk in this one but about halfway through the action really kicked in. The title says it all, Honor is captured by the People's Republic of Haven. Ass-kicking ensues.
I enjoy David Weber. His grasp of military strategy, naval warfare, political intrigue, and believable character developmnet are quite good. Where he really comes up short is in non-military or non-political related dialogue. His idea of banter and talk amongst lovers and friends is at best stilted and at worst awkward. It unfortunately prevents me from rating what are otherwise very good stories higher than what they could be.
This is a sci-fi series that is reportedly a cross between Star Wars and Horatio Hornblower. This is already # 7 in the series, so the heroine, Honor Harrington, is already of admiral rank.
Not too bad a read, but rather slow starting. Not really up to Hornblower status.
Not too bad a read, but rather slow starting. Not really up to Hornblower status.
Honor Harrigton finally faces a losing situation, placing her and her crew into the hands of their enemies. Beaten, tortured, and separated from all she holds dear, Harrigton requires some daring exploits and sacrifices from her crew in search of a way to escape.
I'm addicted. Got home with In Enemy Hands and I just had to sit down and read to find out what happens next in the Alliance-Peeps war.
Jesus, talk about intense and very emotional...I hate having to wait until the next book.
Jesus, talk about intense and very emotional...I hate having to wait until the next book.
Yes! One of the better stories in this series. I like how author "gets in the head" of the characters - usually right before they face a major challenge. Warning - the descriptions of Honor's incarceration are rather grim.
I think it was probably around here that I started to think the Havenites were much more interesting than the Manticorans. As people/characters I mean. At least, the ones who aren't Axe Crazy. (Cordelia Ransom and most of your subordinates, I'm looking at you.)
In Enemy Hands gives insight into PRH revolutionary thinking as well as the consequences of challenging that thinking when it has the power of the state.
Weber is in full stride with this one and brings on some other characters, who I am sure we will see more of in future books in the series. Good fun!
Jennifer
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very much liked this one. didn't love it all the way - sometimes i feel like it gets bogged down in the technical descriptions that will go on for one or two pages. this is noticeable when someone is having a conversation, and then it goes into a technical spec page, and then back to the conversation. it kind of loses the flow. not sure how i feel about the white haven thing.
the last 150 pages were really good, though, except my brain kept going STOP STOP KILLING PEOPLE ARGH NO...more
the last 150 pages were really good, though, except my brain kept going STOP STOP KILLING PEOPLE ARGH NO...more
surrender and escape. I've read later books in the series and this story is referred to but this is the first time I read it. Good.
Not one of the best in the series. Too slow, too much time spent on the Peeps and the only action is at the end.
One of the best Honor Hairrington books. I liked the fact that Honor wasn't this superman heroine any more.
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David Mark Weber is an American science fiction and fantasy author. He was born in Cleveland, Ohio in 1952.
Many of his stories have military, particularly naval, themes, and fit into the military science fiction genre. He frequently places female leading characters in what have been traditionally male roles.
One of his most popular and enduring characters is Honor Harrington...more
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Many of his stories have military, particularly naval, themes, and fit into the military science fiction genre. He frequently places female leading characters in what have been traditionally male roles.
One of his most popular and enduring characters is Honor Harrington...more
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