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Worlds of Honor #4
The Service of the Sword
WELCOME AGAIN TO THE MANY WORLDS OF HONOR HARRINGTONLady Dame Honor Harrington isn't alone. Her life touches others—and their lives touch hers—directly, or indirectly, whether as a naval officer, steadholder, or duchess.In this collection, Jane Lindskold gives us the story of a prince on the brink of maturity and an extraordinary young Grayson woman named Judith—a victim of Masadan brutality, who confronts insurmountable odds in a desperate effort to lead her sisters to freedom— or—death among the stars.Timothy Zahn weighs in with a story of the heavy cruiser HMS Fearless; a brilliant young tactical officer on temporarily detached duty; Solarian con men; secret weapons that aren't quite what they seem to be; naval spies, spooks, and dirty tricks; courage and honor; and a surprising glimpse into one of Admiral Sonja Hemphill's most crucial technological innovations.John Ringo offers his unique blend of nonstop action and deliciously skewed humor in two offerings. The Peep planet of Prague and its brutally repressive StateSec regime will never be the same again after the unscheduled, unofficial, and thoroughly catastrophic visit by a pair of Manticoran Marines with a most peculiar taste in their holiday destinations. And then there's the question of what an explosively expanding navy does with the personnel who can't quite cut the mustard.Eric Flint tells us the story of an idealistic young StateSec officer who finds himself in the right place at the right time following the fall of Oscar Saint-Just. Young Victor Cachat could influence the loyalty of an entire sector ... if he's only lucky enough to manage to stay alive long enough to try.And finally, David Weber gives us the tale of the first Grayson midshipwoman on her "snotty cruise" at a time when internal tensions threaten the entire future of the Manticoran Alliance and people are about to rediscover the Fact that the Peeps are far from the only predators hiding in the stars.At the publisher's request, this title is sold without DRM (Digital Rights Management).ABOUT THE AUTHOR AND HOSTDavid Weber is the brightest star in the new century's science fiction firmament. He is often compared to C.S. Forester (the celebrated creator of Captain Horatio Hornblower), is the recipient of critical praise worthy of Heinlein or Asimov, and has hordes of voracious fans clamoring for more and more Weber. Fortunately for them, Weber keeps steadily producing more and more books. His novels range from epic fantasy (Oath of Swords, The War God's Own) to breathtaking space opera (Path of the Fury, Empire from the Ashes) to military science Action with in-depth characterization (the celebrated New York Times bestselling Honor Harrington series, War of Honor being the latest). Reviewers call Weber "irresistible . . . masterful" (Publishers Weekly), "highly entertaining" (Booklist), "outstanding . . . superb . . . Excellent" (Wilson Library Bulletin), "remarkable" (Kliatt), "the best" (Dragon), "worth shouting about" (Philadelphia Weekly Press), "great" (Locus), and "the best writer around today" (FosFax). Readers call Weber similar things, but mostly they call the Baen offices several times a week demanding more from their main man. Weber lives in South Carolina with his wife Sharon.
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About the author
David Weber
323 books4,551 followersDavid 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 whose alliterated name is an homage to C.S. Forester's character Horatio Hornblower and her last name from a fleet doctor in Patrick O'Brian's Master and Commander . Her story, together with the "Honorverse" she inhabits, has been developed through 16 novels and six shared-universe anthologies, as of spring 2013 (other works are in production). In 2008, he donated his archive to the department of Rare Books and Special Collections at Northern Illinois University.
Many of his books are available online, either in their entirety as part of the Baen Free Library or, in the case of more recent books, in the form of sample chapters (typically the first 25-33% of the work).
http://us.macmillan.com/author/davidw...
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 whose alliterated name is an homage to C.S. Forester's character Horatio Hornblower and her last name from a fleet doctor in Patrick O'Brian's Master and Commander . Her story, together with the "Honorverse" she inhabits, has been developed through 16 novels and six shared-universe anthologies, as of spring 2013 (other works are in production). In 2008, he donated his archive to the department of Rare Books and Special Collections at Northern Illinois University.
Many of his books are available online, either in their entirety as part of the Baen Free Library or, in the case of more recent books, in the form of sample chapters (typically the first 25-33% of the work).
http://us.macmillan.com/author/davidw...
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April 26, 2025
A nice short story compilation, introduction to some new characters and revisiting some old friends.
January 17, 2024
Another exciting collection of short fiction set in the Honorverse. All are strong entries and move the series forward even if they are not on the main storyline.
May 3, 2014
Pretty good collection of short stories.
1.Promised Land - Jane Lindskold
Good Plot and Pacing. The training cruise of Crown Prince and the dilemma it brings to the command. The introduction of Masadan’s and the very unique culture they bring to Honorverse was well portrayed. The ending felt very rushed but understandable considering it’s a short story. (4/5)
2.With One Stone - Timothy Zahn
The focus on Cardones instead of Honor was just not to my taste, also I have never been a fan of two plot approach. Cardones story seemed too technical for me but it did end with a bang. Honor’s seemed like filler but I really enjoyed her and Andermani captain’s meeting. (2/5)
3.A Ship Named Francis by John Ringo & Victor Mitchell
First time I have come across Humour in Honorvese and it was done superbly. The Plot itself has no significant as the very short story is focused on giving us few laughs. Still the eccentric Chaplin can fit in perfectly with Grayson navy.Will love to have such a permanent character in Honor Harrington books.(4/5)
4.Let's Go to Prague by John Ringo
It’s a fun story but empty. The writing is good and the crazy spy’s are amusing but as it has no relevance to Honorverse, it felt a waste of time. (3/5)
5.Fanatic by Eric Flint
Victor Cachat is back (must read “From the Highlands” from Changer of Worlds to enjoy this story). Eric Flint gives us the best peep story in Honorverse. The books full of Slyness and Humour. Also we get to see a little bit of what actually happened with Heaven after “Ashes of Victory”. (4/5)
6.The Service of the Sword by David Weber
Real good read, a typical Honor Harrington style story with Abigail Hearns, the first Grayson midshipwoman in the heron’s seat. Fun to read about fight’s against great odds and coming on top. (3/5)
1.Promised Land - Jane Lindskold
Good Plot and Pacing. The training cruise of Crown Prince and the dilemma it brings to the command. The introduction of Masadan’s and the very unique culture they bring to Honorverse was well portrayed. The ending felt very rushed but understandable considering it’s a short story. (4/5)
2.With One Stone - Timothy Zahn
The focus on Cardones instead of Honor was just not to my taste, also I have never been a fan of two plot approach. Cardones story seemed too technical for me but it did end with a bang. Honor’s seemed like filler but I really enjoyed her and Andermani captain’s meeting. (2/5)
3.A Ship Named Francis by John Ringo & Victor Mitchell
First time I have come across Humour in Honorvese and it was done superbly. The Plot itself has no significant as the very short story is focused on giving us few laughs. Still the eccentric Chaplin can fit in perfectly with Grayson navy.Will love to have such a permanent character in Honor Harrington books.(4/5)
4.Let's Go to Prague by John Ringo
It’s a fun story but empty. The writing is good and the crazy spy’s are amusing but as it has no relevance to Honorverse, it felt a waste of time. (3/5)
5.Fanatic by Eric Flint
Victor Cachat is back (must read “From the Highlands” from Changer of Worlds to enjoy this story). Eric Flint gives us the best peep story in Honorverse. The books full of Slyness and Humour. Also we get to see a little bit of what actually happened with Heaven after “Ashes of Victory”. (4/5)
6.The Service of the Sword by David Weber
Real good read, a typical Honor Harrington style story with Abigail Hearns, the first Grayson midshipwoman in the heron’s seat. Fun to read about fight’s against great odds and coming on top. (3/5)
March 6, 2015
The short stories from the Honorverse are great reads for those who like short stories. Love em. They are anthologies with entries from old favorites like Conqueror's Pride legend Timothy Zahn and long time sci-fi-military-space-opera-veteran David Drake.
These stories fil in the holes in the longer books and are just fun reads. Think Thieve's World in space.
These stories fil in the holes in the longer books and are just fun reads. Think Thieve's World in space.
August 30, 2011
3.75 stars, rounded up. probably my favorite so far of the anthologies.
here's a little aside, though. for some reason, when i look at the descriptions/back covers of david weber's books, i tend to make a note of which authors are the ones that are quoted as saying they love weber's books. anne mccaffrey is an author that apparently loves weber's books, and for some reason, i was afraid that he had asked her to participate in one of his anthologies. for some reason, from a literary perspective, it terrified me. note that this didn't actually happen, and mccaffrey doesn't appear in this collection, but the idea of it was enough to almost put me off reading the anthology. (don't judge me. i'm eight months pregnant, and as a result, can be extremely irrational.) ;)
this book, however, was really good. the only reason it doesn't get a solid 4 stars is because i really don't like john ringo's writing style, and his stories, while a little amusing, were really not up to par with what i was expecting. as an author, ringo irritates me, and as a general rule, he's extremely poorly edited/proofread. (also, authors and proofreaders, please note: grisly and grizzly are NOT the same word. describing something like the discovery of a shipboard massacre as "grizzly" is really just... wow. grisly means something horrific, sad and gruesome. grizzly is a bear. A BEAR. that is all.)
i loved the story featuring victor, once again. now that he's a little more jaded, a little more experienced, it's interesting to see how he's turning out, and how he can turn things around without anyone in the situation even seeing it. i loved this master plan with the opposition, and how he ran the investigations. it was a great vignette.
i also enjoyed the story regarding the masadan women.
there were a few moments, though, where i was reminded how very unsubtle and heavy-handed david weber's universe can be. haven's state security, conveniently shortened to the SS. "rob s pierre" and his reign of terror. the fact that the upper crust of the star kingdom talks like cowboys, to the point that i was getting EXTREMELY irritated trying to read the last story in the book. it was a great story. i really loved it, but every time the captain opened his mouth, i wanted to punch someone. (see above, where the pregnant lady is irrational... but in this case, i'm pretty sure i could get away with it.) his heavy-handedness and repetition actually go to the point of distraction to me, so that if it's more than a short story, it can be hard for me to handle. he's got some great ideas, and he's made a great world, so i have to hand that to him, but sometimes, i think he's all about the world-building and that, deep down, he's not that great of an author, which is unfortunate.
but still, a pretty good romp.
here's a little aside, though. for some reason, when i look at the descriptions/back covers of david weber's books, i tend to make a note of which authors are the ones that are quoted as saying they love weber's books. anne mccaffrey is an author that apparently loves weber's books, and for some reason, i was afraid that he had asked her to participate in one of his anthologies. for some reason, from a literary perspective, it terrified me. note that this didn't actually happen, and mccaffrey doesn't appear in this collection, but the idea of it was enough to almost put me off reading the anthology. (don't judge me. i'm eight months pregnant, and as a result, can be extremely irrational.) ;)
this book, however, was really good. the only reason it doesn't get a solid 4 stars is because i really don't like john ringo's writing style, and his stories, while a little amusing, were really not up to par with what i was expecting. as an author, ringo irritates me, and as a general rule, he's extremely poorly edited/proofread. (also, authors and proofreaders, please note: grisly and grizzly are NOT the same word. describing something like the discovery of a shipboard massacre as "grizzly" is really just... wow. grisly means something horrific, sad and gruesome. grizzly is a bear. A BEAR. that is all.)
i loved the story featuring victor, once again. now that he's a little more jaded, a little more experienced, it's interesting to see how he's turning out, and how he can turn things around without anyone in the situation even seeing it. i loved this master plan with the opposition, and how he ran the investigations. it was a great vignette.
i also enjoyed the story regarding the masadan women.
there were a few moments, though, where i was reminded how very unsubtle and heavy-handed david weber's universe can be. haven's state security, conveniently shortened to the SS. "rob s pierre" and his reign of terror. the fact that the upper crust of the star kingdom talks like cowboys, to the point that i was getting EXTREMELY irritated trying to read the last story in the book. it was a great story. i really loved it, but every time the captain opened his mouth, i wanted to punch someone. (see above, where the pregnant lady is irrational... but in this case, i'm pretty sure i could get away with it.) his heavy-handedness and repetition actually go to the point of distraction to me, so that if it's more than a short story, it can be hard for me to handle. he's got some great ideas, and he's made a great world, so i have to hand that to him, but sometimes, i think he's all about the world-building and that, deep down, he's not that great of an author, which is unfortunate.
but still, a pretty good romp.
March 3, 2014
Read at least (5) times
"A Ship Named Francis" - Always gives me the extreme lol'z
"Fanatic" - So funny, I lovelovelove Victor Cachat
I have lots of homework I'm behind on, I also have a paper due and a midterm to study for, I have taxes, I'm working on the fourth step, I called my biologic father today that I've only met once when I was seven and he hung up on me, and I have a million and one things to do at work. And! A bunch of other stuff. But after reading this my life seems more manageable. Thanks John Ringo, Victor Mitchell and Eric Flint!!!!
"A Ship Named Francis" - Always gives me the extreme lol'z
"Fanatic" - So funny, I lovelovelove Victor Cachat
I have lots of homework I'm behind on, I also have a paper due and a midterm to study for, I have taxes, I'm working on the fourth step, I called my biologic father today that I've only met once when I was seven and he hung up on me, and I have a million and one things to do at work. And! A bunch of other stuff. But after reading this my life seems more manageable. Thanks John Ringo, Victor Mitchell and Eric Flint!!!!
January 27, 2018
2018 re-read. Very good collection.
September 4, 2025
I believe the appropriate phrase is “a rollicking good read.”
March 2, 2014
From Booklist
In the fourth World of Honor volume, other military sf specialists visit the universe Weber created for female astronaut Honor Harrington. In the title story, Weber places Honor, the first midshipwoman graduated from Grayson, the astronautical academy, aboard her first Manticoran warship and has her win out in a situation for which she wasn't trained. Jane Lindskjold's contribution confronts Manticoran royalty with female refugees from a planet whose sexism beggars the word barbaric. In Timothy Zahn's "With One Stone," the kind of futuristic thriller of which he is a master, Honor isn't the only one who can detect a booby trap and detonate it safely. John Ringo contributes twice, collaboratively with Victor Mitchell in "A Ship Named Francis" and solo in "Let's Go to Prague"; light but not frivolous, these stories show his flair for military absurdity. Finally, in "The Fanatic," the semi-ubiquitous Eric Flint thinks and writes well about secret policemen and their possibilities. If Honor's audience hasn't yet expanded beyond its military sf core, this book should make it do so. Roland Green
Copyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved
Readers can't get enough of Honor Harrington and her world, and here David Weber is again, accompanied by some of the top science fiction writers in the field, with new adventures of the best starship commander in the galaxy, and explorations of previously uncharted corners of her universe. It's a party-and you're invited!
April 28, 2014
My favorite novella here was, once again, Eric Flint's story about Victor Cachat. I think I liked this one even better, because of good sense of everyday life on Haven ships, and also because of Yuri and of the attempt to show the good side of the Commissioner institute.
As for the other stories - Abigail Hearns, the first Grayson midshipwoman, is sort of another HH, only minus treecats, but I liked captain Oversteegen and that there wasn't an evil officer, there was just ordinary tension and misunderstanding. I got confused about what those evil ships were doing in that system, though.
The story about HH and Rafe Cardones was entertaining enough, and seeing the Andermani and the ONI was interesting (poor HH, an academical fan in Andermani empire! I kind of wish for a story about their correspondence over the years...)
"The ship named Francis" was amusing to read, but I didn't like the conclusion; that is, the fact that there sort of wasn't any conclusion. The spy story was less absurdly amusing and kind of empty to me.
As for the story about Michael Winton and Judith, I liked the Judith parts better, they were so tension-filled.
As for the other stories - Abigail Hearns, the first Grayson midshipwoman, is sort of another HH, only minus treecats, but I liked captain Oversteegen and that there wasn't an evil officer, there was just ordinary tension and misunderstanding. I got confused about what those evil ships were doing in that system, though.
The story about HH and Rafe Cardones was entertaining enough, and seeing the Andermani and the ONI was interesting (poor HH, an academical fan in Andermani empire! I kind of wish for a story about their correspondence over the years...)
"The ship named Francis" was amusing to read, but I didn't like the conclusion; that is, the fact that there sort of wasn't any conclusion. The spy story was less absurdly amusing and kind of empty to me.
As for the story about Michael Winton and Judith, I liked the Judith parts better, they were so tension-filled.
February 10, 2011
The Service of the Sword by David Weber
This is Worlds of Honor number 4. It is a series of short stories by David Weber, John Ringo, Eric Flint, Jane Lindskold and Timothy Zahn. With the exception of Ms. Linkskold, I have multiple books from each of the other authors listed. The story takes place in David Weber’s Honor Harrington universe.
You would not need to have read all of David Weber’s books to enjoy this series of short stories. Of course having read all of David Weber's work, I was able to enjoy all of the nuances that might be missed, if you are not a fan, that were in the stories.
It is always a treat to revisit the Honor Harrington universe where courage loyalty and honor our hallmarks of the stories.
I highly recommend the book and the series.
This is Worlds of Honor number 4. It is a series of short stories by David Weber, John Ringo, Eric Flint, Jane Lindskold and Timothy Zahn. With the exception of Ms. Linkskold, I have multiple books from each of the other authors listed. The story takes place in David Weber’s Honor Harrington universe.
You would not need to have read all of David Weber’s books to enjoy this series of short stories. Of course having read all of David Weber's work, I was able to enjoy all of the nuances that might be missed, if you are not a fan, that were in the stories.
It is always a treat to revisit the Honor Harrington universe where courage loyalty and honor our hallmarks of the stories.
I highly recommend the book and the series.
December 27, 2015
Very good collection, especially "Let's Go to Prague", "The Fanatic (which is a sequel to "From the Highlands" in Changer of Worlds, and the title story, "The Service of the Sword".
April 22, 2016
A slightly uneven collection of short stories in the HonorVerse.
The tone of the stories varies quit a bit, but they are good stories each.
If you're interested in the Honor Harrington series this might interest you.
*tip*
Check the reading order for the series to avoid spoilers.
The tone of the stories varies quit a bit, but they are good stories each.
If you're interested in the Honor Harrington series this might interest you.
*tip*
Check the reading order for the series to avoid spoilers.
May 9, 2024
Anthology, so the rating is something of a blend of the ratings of the included stories, which include four novellas, one novelette, and one short story:
Promised Land - Jane Lindskold: This novella offers a dark view of Masadan society in a fairly strong adventure story. Excellent characterization. 4 stars.
With One Stone - Timothy Zahn: This novella presents a rather disjointed adventure with two major storylines. Neither works especially well, nor is the tech particularly well handled. The conclusion seems a bit pat as well. 2.5 stars.
A Ship Named Francis - John Ringo and Victor Mitchell: This is a very weak short story that lacks believability in any way. The characters are cartoons and the details of military life are drawn from farce. 1 star.
Let's Go to Prague - John Ringo: Silly premise tied to a reasonably decent adventure. The tone is inappropriate for the situation presented and the characters are not believable. 2 stars.
Fanatic - Eric Flint: Well-handled story set during the aftermath of the McQueen coup attempt. Constrained by the need not to disturb the novels' storyline. The characters are sympathetic and the plot believable. 4 stars.
The Service of the Sword - David Weber: Excellent story with nuanced characters. The battle scenes are written well and the plot(s) are tightly crafted. 5 stars.
I generally like both Zahn's and Ringo's work, but felt they were the weakest part of this anthology. The other stories are good enough (especially "The Service of the Sword") to redeem any weaknesses, though. Recommended.
Promised Land - Jane Lindskold: This novella offers a dark view of Masadan society in a fairly strong adventure story. Excellent characterization. 4 stars.
With One Stone - Timothy Zahn: This novella presents a rather disjointed adventure with two major storylines. Neither works especially well, nor is the tech particularly well handled. The conclusion seems a bit pat as well. 2.5 stars.
A Ship Named Francis - John Ringo and Victor Mitchell: This is a very weak short story that lacks believability in any way. The characters are cartoons and the details of military life are drawn from farce. 1 star.
Let's Go to Prague - John Ringo: Silly premise tied to a reasonably decent adventure. The tone is inappropriate for the situation presented and the characters are not believable. 2 stars.
Fanatic - Eric Flint: Well-handled story set during the aftermath of the McQueen coup attempt. Constrained by the need not to disturb the novels' storyline. The characters are sympathetic and the plot believable. 4 stars.
The Service of the Sword - David Weber: Excellent story with nuanced characters. The battle scenes are written well and the plot(s) are tightly crafted. 5 stars.
I generally like both Zahn's and Ringo's work, but felt they were the weakest part of this anthology. The other stories are good enough (especially "The Service of the Sword") to redeem any weaknesses, though. Recommended.
July 18, 2019
This anthology, set in David Weber's Honorverse includes: "Promised Land" by Jane Lindskold, "With One Stone" by Timothy Zahn, "A Ship Named Francis" by John Ringo and Victor Mitchell, "Let's Go to Prague" by John Ringo, "Fanatic" by Eric Flint, and "The Service of the Sword" by David Weber. While a bit uneven in story quality, I thoroughly enjoyed the book.
Promised Land really felt like it belonged in the series. The true heroine of the story to me was Judith who had been captured by Masadan privateers when just a girl. She and a secret organization of Masadan women who didn't believe they were really property rebelled. Add in young Prince Michael Winton, on his first cruise as a midshipman and this is a cracking good story that had me reading as fast as I could.
With One Stone was a nice little mystery about a soon-to-be Havenite secret weapon which is being sold by what could be kindly characterized as a snake-oil salesman. Enter Honor Harrington and the Havenite plans start going awry.
A Ship Named Francis was amusing. What do you do with the people who are too important to flunk out of the Grayson Navy, but too incompetent to stay? Why assign them to the Francis Mueller, of course. Add in a competent Manticorian corpsman who just wants to get a bit ahead by transferring to the Grayson Navy and ... Well, you'll need to read the story.
Let's Go to Prague was sort of amusing, but not really my cup of tea. Think James Bond, but with some bumbling.
Fanatic I thoroughly enjoyed. What happens when a fanatical but honorable man is assigned to the Havenite StateSec and is given the duty to get to the bottom of a murder? It was a fascinating character study.
The Service of the Sword returns to the intersection of Grayson and Manticorian cultures. A young Grayson woman is breaking the mold for women in her society. Who would have thought a gently born Grayson woman would want to join the Navy? Abigail Hearns, the daughter of a Grayson Steadholder has succeeded in the academy and is now on her midshipwoman cruise. It should be a fairly routine cruise and it is until things go dreadfully wrong and a young woman faces the test of leadership.
For fans of the Honor Harrington series, this is a meaty anthology with something for everyone. I highly recommend it.
Promised Land really felt like it belonged in the series. The true heroine of the story to me was Judith who had been captured by Masadan privateers when just a girl. She and a secret organization of Masadan women who didn't believe they were really property rebelled. Add in young Prince Michael Winton, on his first cruise as a midshipman and this is a cracking good story that had me reading as fast as I could.
With One Stone was a nice little mystery about a soon-to-be Havenite secret weapon which is being sold by what could be kindly characterized as a snake-oil salesman. Enter Honor Harrington and the Havenite plans start going awry.
A Ship Named Francis was amusing. What do you do with the people who are too important to flunk out of the Grayson Navy, but too incompetent to stay? Why assign them to the Francis Mueller, of course. Add in a competent Manticorian corpsman who just wants to get a bit ahead by transferring to the Grayson Navy and ... Well, you'll need to read the story.
Let's Go to Prague was sort of amusing, but not really my cup of tea. Think James Bond, but with some bumbling.
Fanatic I thoroughly enjoyed. What happens when a fanatical but honorable man is assigned to the Havenite StateSec and is given the duty to get to the bottom of a murder? It was a fascinating character study.
The Service of the Sword returns to the intersection of Grayson and Manticorian cultures. A young Grayson woman is breaking the mold for women in her society. Who would have thought a gently born Grayson woman would want to join the Navy? Abigail Hearns, the daughter of a Grayson Steadholder has succeeded in the academy and is now on her midshipwoman cruise. It should be a fairly routine cruise and it is until things go dreadfully wrong and a young woman faces the test of leadership.
For fans of the Honor Harrington series, this is a meaty anthology with something for everyone. I highly recommend it.
May 4, 2018
Does exactly what it says on the tin, with all the authors doing it in their own styles.
I liked Jane Lindskold's women, enjoyed seeing Honor for a little while in Timothy Zahn's entry, am amazed that an story by John Ringo had no prostitutes in it (maybe because he had a co-author, Victor Mitchell), although his solo story of course starred one. Sometimes I wonder if Ringo realizes that there are many women in difficult situations who don't turn to prostitution, but that he's less likely to meet them in a whorehouse. Eric Flint had fun with Havenites, and Weber himself gave us another heroic Greyson middy.
I liked Jane Lindskold's women, enjoyed seeing Honor for a little while in Timothy Zahn's entry, am amazed that an story by John Ringo had no prostitutes in it (maybe because he had a co-author, Victor Mitchell), although his solo story of course starred one. Sometimes I wonder if Ringo realizes that there are many women in difficult situations who don't turn to prostitution, but that he's less likely to meet them in a whorehouse. Eric Flint had fun with Havenites, and Weber himself gave us another heroic Greyson middy.
November 15, 2017
I have really enjoyed these collections of short stories set in the Honorverse. I hope that the authors see fit to release more of these short stories. I especially like the stories featuring young Honor or her ancestors either when they bond with their treecat or afterwards.
In paperback form, this book is hard to read without creasing the spine. I worry about the longevity of this book so I also acquired a copy of this book in Kindle format preserving my paperback copy from undue wear.
In paperback form, this book is hard to read without creasing the spine. I worry about the longevity of this book so I also acquired a copy of this book in Kindle format preserving my paperback copy from undue wear.
October 31, 2023
4.5 stars. While some of these novellas were just a bit silly, there were two or three that had a little bit more meat on their bones. Sadly, all of them suffered from the same problem, and that was a complete lack of resolution for any of them. The climaxes were all roughly paint by numbers, if quite enjoyable. I'm looking forward to reading more of these novellas packaged up.
April 17, 2024
Excellent
This is an excellent anthology consisting of six short stories covering a broad spectrum of the Honor Harrington World. Well worth reading and hard to put down, even when you reach the end.
This is an excellent anthology consisting of six short stories covering a broad spectrum of the Honor Harrington World. Well worth reading and hard to put down, even when you reach the end.
April 13, 2019
This is the best collection of the worlds of honor series. It has a bit of everything and the other authors voices come though without spoiling the honorverse in any way.
April 18, 2019
Excellent collection of short stories. A nice break from the very long novels.
August 27, 2019
Great short story collection in the honor world.
January 10, 2020
This gets four stars for the Fanatic story by Eric Flint. That was one of the best Honorverse stories I've read.
July 31, 2020
Half a dozen tales of various qualities. Eric Flint's was probably my favourite, though several were enjoyable reading. Probably for dedicated fans of the series only, realistically.
December 31, 2020
These short stories have all the excitement of an Honor novel, but they are very light on his more lengthy technical/science explanations.
January 12, 2022
Great stories
I enjoyed the way these stories fill in background about more than the main characters. Hope you enjoy it too.
I enjoyed the way these stories fill in background about more than the main characters. Hope you enjoy it too.
May 18, 2022
Wonderfully well written short stories in this book. I laughed and cried!
August 1, 2022
All excellent and all (but one) providing necessary backstory/canon to the main series.
January 2, 2023
Greyson stand for your heroes.
Again I was transported in to deep space with the crew of space ships to fight for justice. I can't get enough of this feeling of wonder.
Again I was transported in to deep space with the crew of space ships to fight for justice. I can't get enough of this feeling of wonder.
December 27, 2023
"Fanatic," 3.5 stars
"In the Service of the Sword," 4 stars
"In the Service of the Sword," 4 stars
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