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Privateer Tales #9
A Matter of Honor
Following closely on the heels of Buccaneers, Liam and the crew of Hotspur take a much needed vacation on the tropical planet Curie, where they have nothing more to do than enjoy sun and sand. Trouble is never far away for this group of privateers, however, as a mysterious invitation to meet the reclusive Phillipe Anino interrupts their holiday. With more wealth than could be spent in twenty lifetimes and access to illicit technology and information, Anino discovered a common interest with the crew – the fate of the Cape of Good Hope. Anino believes he has a way to recover the Cape's crew, but to do so will pit Liam and his friends against the powerful Belirand Corporation. Will the crew of Hotspur take the risky mission and become fugitives for the sake of forty-five people they don't know? Or will they leave the people on board the Cape of Good Hope to die, alone in the deep dark of space? There's more at stake than any of them could guess. The actions of Liam and his friends could very well change the known universe forever.
396 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 3, 2015
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August 10, 2019
Good :) Series quality is not dropping :)
May 21, 2023
A very good read, quite enjoyable!
December 20, 2015
Three and a half stars. Jamie McFarlane has gotten back to the adventurous style that originated this series. It is a fun read and moves quickly, in fact it is my major complaint with this book, it moves almost too quickly. It seems that there are a couple chapters missing out of the middle. I don't know if that was McFarlane's intent, but I actually went back and checked, twice, to make certain I didn't skip something. The ending was also very abrupt but I have almost gotten used to that from this author.
Not quite complete but good enough for a fun read.
Not quite complete but good enough for a fun read.
December 7, 2015
Something's missing
I like the series. The new turn into uncharted territory is nice. But there is something missing. The arc of the plot seems more like a line. There is little development and almost no character to the characters. The most stressful and emotional part was almost deadpan.
Still going to buy the next one. But this needs work.
I like the series. The new turn into uncharted territory is nice. But there is something missing. The arc of the plot seems more like a line. There is little development and almost no character to the characters. The most stressful and emotional part was almost deadpan.
Still going to buy the next one. But this needs work.
July 1, 2020
9/10: Fantastic, left me wanting more.
"All hands, this is the Captain. This would be a good time to buckle up and set aside any volatile experiments. We're going to see how this big girl dances," I said.
And dance, she did. I'm talking about the book, not the spaceship. But you get the picture: I liked this one. Actually, I'm not sure why I'm not giving them five stars, but something must be holding me back. As a series, I think I can safely say this one has caught my attention. I rush to download the next. I'm addicted to the world and I really want to know what happens next. The characters are my friends.
Yeah, so maybe I should be giving five stars. I'm gonna have to think about that one.
For now, know this was a good one. Action, danger, edge-of-your-seat type stuff. And the baddies are really getting bad now.
Plus, I've started to like Tabby. Yay!
"Do it," she said. "I'm with you to the end." I sighed. Not what I wanted to hear from my fiancé.
And my favourite Tabby quote:
"Joy," Tabby said. "I so love the pastel vomit through the windows."
Marny is still a great character to root for:
"Bag 'n tag it is," Marny replied. "We're packing duct-tape grenades. We'll get you a couple of lizard boys to chat with."
And a new one has made an appearance and I love him. (I'm a sucker for AIs).
"You make a lot more sense when I haven't been drinking," I said, smiling. "Would you believe that over sixty percent of us found that statement humorous?"
OK, dammit! I'm going to give it five stars. I am loving this series.
August 15, 2017
The book starts with a small group of human colonists trying to survive against the indigenous population of lizard men. There is no explanation of how they got into this mess and why they are isolated. As the author introduces characters they get killed so there is little incentive to get to know anybody. Then the next chapter switches to Liam and his crew.
This switching between these two different stores continues without any indication of how they might be connected until well into the book. The two stories do finally come together, but I wasn’t happy with the whole way it was constructed.
The Loose Nuts part of the story involves trying to find the Cape of Good Hope that was lost in the previous book. However, it appears that this also involves disclosing a secret that will get anybody who knows it killed. Unfortunately, although this part starts well, it soon degenerates into pages of rebuilding yet another sewage system.
I am really fed up of Liam not being ruthless when dealing with his enemies, his inability to learn keeps getting then in awful situations. The universe they live in is extremely dangerous, most of the main players are lying, vicious, amoral bastards, but Liam just doesn’t seem to get that. The Loose Nuts have been involved in numerous conflicts, yet they still don’t prepare for hostilities and they keep selling their combat assets. What would have happened if they had kept all their missiles and added more tubes to the Hotspur during one of its many rebuilds.
I was disappointed with this book I just hope they start taking the fight to ‘Belirand’ in the next book.
This switching between these two different stores continues without any indication of how they might be connected until well into the book. The two stories do finally come together, but I wasn’t happy with the whole way it was constructed.
The Loose Nuts part of the story involves trying to find the Cape of Good Hope that was lost in the previous book. However, it appears that this also involves disclosing a secret that will get anybody who knows it killed. Unfortunately, although this part starts well, it soon degenerates into pages of rebuilding yet another sewage system.
I am really fed up of Liam not being ruthless when dealing with his enemies, his inability to learn keeps getting then in awful situations. The universe they live in is extremely dangerous, most of the main players are lying, vicious, amoral bastards, but Liam just doesn’t seem to get that. The Loose Nuts have been involved in numerous conflicts, yet they still don’t prepare for hostilities and they keep selling their combat assets. What would have happened if they had kept all their missiles and added more tubes to the Hotspur during one of its many rebuilds.
I was disappointed with this book I just hope they start taking the fight to ‘Belirand’ in the next book.
March 18, 2021
I haven't been this hooked on a series of books since I read Jodi Taylor's Chronicles of St. Mary's Jodi Taylor.
Jamie MacFarlane's Privateer Tales Series is top notch. And even though this the first book in this series started out like it would be YA novel it swiftly shifted in to high gear and exciting action. His characters are likable and real, and he has some great, strong female characters who you'll never forget. His dialogue is clever, realistic and can be charming. His world building skills are first rate. Each of his Privateer Tale books are stand alone novels but they are much better read in order as that way you get the full flavor of the characters' growth and development so I recommend starting with Rookie Privateer Rookie Privateer.
The only other space opera that grabbed me this hard was the Honor Harrington books (starting with On Basilisk Station) by by David Weber On Basilisk Station.
A series HAS to be very good to get me to read ten or more books and I'm on book 10 now and have already ordered book 11. It's a lot of fun so grab Rookie Privateer and set off on a rousing space adventure.
Jamie MacFarlane's Privateer Tales Series is top notch. And even though this the first book in this series started out like it would be YA novel it swiftly shifted in to high gear and exciting action. His characters are likable and real, and he has some great, strong female characters who you'll never forget. His dialogue is clever, realistic and can be charming. His world building skills are first rate. Each of his Privateer Tale books are stand alone novels but they are much better read in order as that way you get the full flavor of the characters' growth and development so I recommend starting with Rookie Privateer Rookie Privateer.
The only other space opera that grabbed me this hard was the Honor Harrington books (starting with On Basilisk Station) by by David Weber On Basilisk Station.
A series HAS to be very good to get me to read ten or more books and I'm on book 10 now and have already ordered book 11. It's a lot of fun so grab Rookie Privateer and set off on a rousing space adventure.
April 12, 2021
A good book with a really great new series plot that will span for many books to come. There are some chapters from different perspectives that drag out, but it is well worth getting through.
In the early books the pirate group they were fighting gave a series plot, but one that was a bit disorganized and loosely held together. In this book we get a similar type of series plot, but one which is much more solid and interesting. The crew's new opponent of a large corporation makes for a lot more options, and one which builds suspense and conflict. This combined with the hyper-proactive nature of the characters makes for a book that's hard to put down.
The chapters that are from the lizard warrior's perspectives get a bit tedious, but they don't last for the entire book. Instead the star people's scenes start to drag. In part this is because the main cast is doing so much more, and it is more exciting, so when compared to the other new characters less eventful scenes it tends to drag. It isn't horrible however, and it all picks up at the end and ties together nicely. If it wasn't for the lizard warrior chapters which didn't seem to add to the plot this would have been a pure 5 of 5 stars for me.
In the early books the pirate group they were fighting gave a series plot, but one that was a bit disorganized and loosely held together. In this book we get a similar type of series plot, but one which is much more solid and interesting. The crew's new opponent of a large corporation makes for a lot more options, and one which builds suspense and conflict. This combined with the hyper-proactive nature of the characters makes for a book that's hard to put down.
The chapters that are from the lizard warrior's perspectives get a bit tedious, but they don't last for the entire book. Instead the star people's scenes start to drag. In part this is because the main cast is doing so much more, and it is more exciting, so when compared to the other new characters less eventful scenes it tends to drag. It isn't horrible however, and it all picks up at the end and ties together nicely. If it wasn't for the lizard warrior chapters which didn't seem to add to the plot this would have been a pure 5 of 5 stars for me.
February 16, 2017
For years Liam and his crew have been on the right side of the law. They do the things that governments can't using their letter of marque and hauling cargo on the side. Trouble has followed our heroes, but the lines between good and evil have been easily and clearly defined. A wealthy industrialist has taken notice. He offers the Loose Nuts team a choice. A ship and crew they couldn't save. What if you could?
A secret so big, that nations and the most powerful corporations in the known universe will kill anyone who discovers it. It's a matter of honor. Liam's choice will turn allies into enemies, hurt and kill friends and innocents. The worst part, he can't even tell them why.
Jamie's Privateer Tales universe explodes into action as the characters discover that their battles with pirates hasn't been the tip of the iceberg. It's been a single snowflake on a glacial mountain. Their new enemies make their old ones look like annoying pests.
A secret so big, that nations and the most powerful corporations in the known universe will kill anyone who discovers it. It's a matter of honor. Liam's choice will turn allies into enemies, hurt and kill friends and innocents. The worst part, he can't even tell them why.
Jamie's Privateer Tales universe explodes into action as the characters discover that their battles with pirates hasn't been the tip of the iceberg. It's been a single snowflake on a glacial mountain. Their new enemies make their old ones look like annoying pests.
April 27, 2018
3.5 for this, because I found my suspension of disbelief somewhat stretched at times, but I like that we are moving to the 'dark side'. A pattern of this series is that Liam and his crew keep having to start all over again. The gain something, then seemingly lose it all (either material wealth and/or friends and family) only to pick themselves up, try again, and do even better next time round. This keeps things interesting as each new beginning occurs from a very different starting point. It does make the story line predictable, though. I like the mix of trading and warring. That's a lot of fun. The engineering detail and tactics during fights are very well described. The series reminds me a little of Vatta's War.
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April 16, 2020I have read the entire series, reviewing just one book just doesn't do the series justice. Jamie McFarlane has created one of the best space operas I have ever read. Each book can be read as a stand-alone. I strongly recommend starting with the first book, Rookie Privateer, to really get the feel of the characters as they grow. The development throughout the series is worth it. His extrapolation of current technology adds a level of plausibility many space operas lack. Each book is plot-driven, flows well, advances the overall series arc. If you are a fan of space opera's this series is written for you.
September 5, 2020
Better than the last one
While Liam is just as stupid as the last one, at least the story is good. Like literally he learns a huge galaxy changing secret and instead of threading to tell everyone if the corporation hunting him doesnt back off , he just runs and hides. He has a chance to stop the at a meeting and instead he just freezes and does nothing. So yes Liam is still a worthless captian but the rest are great . Honestly Nick should be in charge, he makes the best deals and choices, Liam is a tactical officer, not captian material.
I did like the platform 975 thing tho, get it 9 and three quarters..holds the ship that takes them to magical new places...was cute.
While Liam is just as stupid as the last one, at least the story is good. Like literally he learns a huge galaxy changing secret and instead of threading to tell everyone if the corporation hunting him doesnt back off , he just runs and hides. He has a chance to stop the at a meeting and instead he just freezes and does nothing. So yes Liam is still a worthless captian but the rest are great . Honestly Nick should be in charge, he makes the best deals and choices, Liam is a tactical officer, not captian material.
I did like the platform 975 thing tho, get it 9 and three quarters..holds the ship that takes them to magical new places...was cute.
March 22, 2020
I have to say, I really do enjoy this style of storytelling.
There are many authors out there. This was seems to be able to keep stories interesting. The cast changes somewhat. He is not afraid to leave major characters behind, and to introduce new ones.
The pace of the adventures is great. Enough details to keep it interesting, but maintaining the pace of a good story. This book pushes our friends in a new direction. I am really enjoying this series, and can't wait for either another novel, or novella. Both seem great at moving the story well.
There are many authors out there. This was seems to be able to keep stories interesting. The cast changes somewhat. He is not afraid to leave major characters behind, and to introduce new ones.
The pace of the adventures is great. Enough details to keep it interesting, but maintaining the pace of a good story. This book pushes our friends in a new direction. I am really enjoying this series, and can't wait for either another novel, or novella. Both seem great at moving the story well.
October 15, 2017
This is one of these series that as it goes along, book after book, it just gets better abd better. When I activated the date for this I didn't read it right away cause I knew I would read it in one setting. I finally had the time on the 11th and I read the whole book. I love these charaters and this story. Please don't get too carried away and over do it, runeing the story. Great Reading Everyone!
May 10, 2018
beware - after reading this you are just going to have to read the next one!
I have recently rediscovered science fiction and I am really enjoying being immersed in the world of Loose Nuts corp.
It's very boy's-own (and/or girls-own for that matter) and it won't win the Booker prize, but you care about the characters, each plot is new and you need to know what happens next. On to the next instalment!
I have recently rediscovered science fiction and I am really enjoying being immersed in the world of Loose Nuts corp.
It's very boy's-own (and/or girls-own for that matter) and it won't win the Booker prize, but you care about the characters, each plot is new and you need to know what happens next. On to the next instalment!
September 21, 2025
Another Privateer Tales book that leaves us wanting more, more, more!
A *Matter of Honor*, the 9th book in Jamie McFarlane's "Privateer Tales" series, starts the Loose Nuts gang off in an exciting new direction. You'll find space battles, political maneuvering, heroism, treachery, and their first brush with aliens (aka "sentient non-humans"). It's a rollicking, terrific ride, so hang onto your hats!
A *Matter of Honor*, the 9th book in Jamie McFarlane's "Privateer Tales" series, starts the Loose Nuts gang off in an exciting new direction. You'll find space battles, political maneuvering, heroism, treachery, and their first brush with aliens (aka "sentient non-humans"). It's a rollicking, terrific ride, so hang onto your hats!
November 12, 2017
Another winner
Once again a great book. I have enjoyed every moment of this series so far. The author has created a fun tale with characters i really like and root for. I am looking forward to the next book. How he wove two separate story lines into one made this a great book. I hope the author continues with the Ophir story line in the next one
Once again a great book. I have enjoyed every moment of this series so far. The author has created a fun tale with characters i really like and root for. I am looking forward to the next book. How he wove two separate story lines into one made this a great book. I hope the author continues with the Ophir story line in the next one
March 20, 2019
I’m getting so much joy from this series
Life has ups and downs it’s fun to escape to a place “out there” and be young and adventurous.
Finding strange lands and new friends along the way!!!
Please keep the adventure going till this crew has kids and and we read about their grand children!!!
Life has ups and downs it’s fun to escape to a place “out there” and be young and adventurous.
Finding strange lands and new friends along the way!!!
Please keep the adventure going till this crew has kids and and we read about their grand children!!!
February 11, 2021
Honour
There is a person out there with that name. If you are looking into whether it is worth buyouts book I'd day yes. It's a nice long book and tells it's story very well. I'm not quite sure where the mismatched from, but Liam and his crew press on remorsefully. Oh, they do gain a shop as well as losing one, again!
There is a person out there with that name. If you are looking into whether it is worth buyouts book I'd day yes. It's a nice long book and tells it's story very well. I'm not quite sure where the mismatched from, but Liam and his crew press on remorsefully. Oh, they do gain a shop as well as losing one, again!
February 9, 2023
Great read...
Well I can tell I'm really getting into these books and the main characters in the books. Cause I got all misty eyed during some parts of the book. But I'm really enjoying all of the books. I'm sorry I don't give book reports. But I do like to give ratings on the book that's why I give small Quick reviews.
Well I can tell I'm really getting into these books and the main characters in the books. Cause I got all misty eyed during some parts of the book. But I'm really enjoying all of the books. I'm sorry I don't give book reports. But I do like to give ratings on the book that's why I give small Quick reviews.
June 12, 2017
Another great installment in the Privateer series
Aside from one completely unavoidable bad feeling in the stomach, this is another example of why I have and own every single one of Jamie's Privateer series.
Aside from one completely unavoidable bad feeling in the stomach, this is another example of why I have and own every single one of Jamie's Privateer series.
October 20, 2018
More complex
I enjoyed this book in the series as it felt more complete. It was more complex than some of the others. I did feel like there were some very large leaps of logic, though, like Belirand's motives and why they would target whom they did.
I enjoyed this book in the series as it felt more complete. It was more complex than some of the others. I did feel like there were some very large leaps of logic, though, like Belirand's motives and why they would target whom they did.
December 16, 2019
Another great read
Another adventure with Liam, Tabby, and the rest of the gang. We get to meet some new characters and there are some unusual losses and wins. Highly recommended.
Another adventure with Liam, Tabby, and the rest of the gang. We get to meet some new characters and there are some unusual losses and wins. Highly recommended.
June 26, 2020
Outstanding Story
Liam and his crew pay a heavy price but rescue the crew of the Cape of Good hope. The save the colonists from the Ophies. But now they are Wanted by Bellerand Corp and have to take the fight to them.
Liam and his crew pay a heavy price but rescue the crew of the Cape of Good hope. The save the colonists from the Ophies. But now they are Wanted by Bellerand Corp and have to take the fight to them.
July 12, 2020
Wonderful novel
This a great series full of wonderful novels. Great characters that come to feel like family. If you want space battle they are included free of charge. This is one of those books and series that are hard to put down.
This a great series full of wonderful novels. Great characters that come to feel like family. If you want space battle they are included free of charge. This is one of those books and series that are hard to put down.
December 9, 2021
And The Beat Goes On
Binge reading this series is a pleasure. As the protagonists are added or replaced the story continues to evolve. It hasn't gotten stale and begun to repeat itself as many of these multiple part sagas do. Read On.
Binge reading this series is a pleasure. As the protagonists are added or replaced the story continues to evolve. It hasn't gotten stale and begun to repeat itself as many of these multiple part sagas do. Read On.
April 21, 2023
very good book
As all the other books in the series. I enjoyed the book from cover to cover. I am looking forward to the next book in this series. I always enjoy the interaction of the characters in the story and how they eventually resolve problems.
As all the other books in the series. I enjoyed the book from cover to cover. I am looking forward to the next book in this series. I always enjoy the interaction of the characters in the story and how they eventually resolve problems.
September 2, 2017
Great book
The story line flowed well. I especially like the occasional humorous one liners, the long way to Tipperary was definitely deserved a wince. 4 stars
The story line flowed well. I especially like the occasional humorous one liners, the long way to Tipperary was definitely deserved a wince. 4 stars
December 7, 2017
Thoroughly enjoyable sci-fi that harkens back to the 50s without being the 50s.
December 14, 2017
A tale of two worlds
The continuing story of Liam,Tabby, Nick, Marny and Ada and the take of the planet Ophir and the two species that inhabit it,
The continuing story of Liam,Tabby, Nick, Marny and Ada and the take of the planet Ophir and the two species that inhabit it,
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