Inquiring author wants to know

[rolanni]

In your opinion, what is the:

Darkest Liaden book?

Lightest Liaden book?

Please show your work, by which I mean, explain your choice.

NOTE:  Since the eArc of Dragon in Exile is available and some folks have read it, it may be nominated for either of the above categories.  HOWEVER, since the official publication date is not yet upon us, please, if you do nominate DiE, leave a spoiler space before your explanation, out of compassion for those who wait for the retail release.  Thanks.

Comments

Dark Light and Twilight

[ireneha.livejournal.com]

I read the Liaden books - over and over - because they embody characters that speak firmly with tounge-in-cheek.
So, in my humble opinion, of the books in the Liaden Universe

The Darkest - CRYSTAL DRAGON - which begins in strife, and ends with tears.
I am usually on the edge of my seat while Cantra isn't Cantra.
I am currentlyh re-reading CRYSTAL SOLDIER & CD right now.

The Lightest - AGENT OF CHANGE - because it is a romp, agents here - cops shooting Juntavas - Turtles - great characters all. [Who wouldn't love giant turtles.]

and Twilight - this is way harder to select. The best part of Lee-Miller books is that there is a balance between Dark & Light. Scarry & Calm interludes. The two books that I'm going to nominate for Twilight are BALANCE OF TRADE and TRADE SECRET . Both are vital to the "universe" but these two walk the edge of dawn (or sunset). They occur in the long time span between my personal choices of Darkest and Lightest.