A game of interstellar politics in which Hilfy Chanur and her vessel Legacy are commissioned to transport a small, mysterious religious object. The price is extremely generous, perhaps too generous.
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25 of 27 people found the following review helpful
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If you've read the earlier Chanur books (five star stuff if you like space opera) you'll be fully satisfied by the adventures of Pyanfar's neice Hilfy, in a story in which humans exist in the universe but don't turn up in the story. If you haven't, go directly to the Pride of Chanur without passing Meetpoint Station or collecting 200 credits, for space opera in the grand manner, intriguing aliens, and an alien perspective on humanity. Note that the earlier Chanur books, which are part of the Alliance/Union Universe [Downbelow Station etc - start with Heavy Time if you can find it], comprise Pride of Chanur and a sequel that was originally published as a trilogy in three volumes because it was too long for one - the volumes were NOT stand-alone novels. For some bizarre reason known only to the publisher, PoC and the first two are now only available as The Chanur Saga, and the third, Chanur's Homecoming, is separate. Very stupid, but if you buy both together you'll be okay, and the novels are worth it - my favourite Cherryh.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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Someone mentioned that the Chanur books aren't as good as the Faded Sun trilogy. I've been saving those for a dry period, and since Finity's End doesn't come out until August, it looks like I may get my chance.
All that aside, I actually found this book more enjoyable than the previous Chanur books, although a great deal of that comes from seeing Hilfy all grown up and taking on responsibilities of her own. We also get to know Compact space better, particularly the rich and mysterious stsho (such an irritating bunch, but a lot of fun to watch).
The commentary on gender relations is still a major theme, and I like how Cherryh has addressed it in this series; these books have, on the whole, a lighthearted approach to the subject that prevents heavy-handedness from weighing down the story.
The ending, as with most of Cherryh's books, leaves an opening for a sequel. Will we see one? Time will tell.
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Grandiose yet personal
25 Nov 2003
By Brad Wheeler
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The 5th and most recent of CJ Cherryh's Chanur Saga, Chanur's Legacy is very much in the vein of Cherryh's previous work. Captain Hilfy Chanur of the Chanur's Legacy is just trying to make a living in the shadow of her aunt, effective ruler of Compact space. When the administrator of Meetpoint Station offers her one million credits for transport of a simple cargo, the offer seems almost too good to be true. Needless to say, it is, and Hilfy and her crew, along with a few passengers, are sent on a harrowing mission throughout Compact space.
Cherryh is in true form here. Each alien race is uniquely developed, none having those "humans in makeup" or "different just to be different" qualities that often plagues SF in general, and space opera in particular. Moreover, each of the characters is quite well developed, and truth be told, I found the subplot regarding Legacy's male passenger as compelling, or more so, than the main plot.
For better or worse, saying the book is typical CJ Cherryh carries some other connotations: physical description is about nil; the main characters may spend 70 pages in a port and the most we'll ever hear about it its name. Also the plot is extremely, I might say excessively, complicated, and can get difficult to follow if you read quickly.
Still, danger, intrigue, romace, conspiracy: all are present and work together to create a marvelous story I could barely put down (even after it was finished). If you enjoy space opera, the Chanur Saga, or and of CJ Cherryh's work, this one's for you.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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A deeper look at the Compact powers-that-be
28 Mar 2006
By Anniepoo
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This review is for those that have already read the previous 4 books. If you have not, I highly recommend The Pride of Chanur - it is complete in itself, so if you only like it you can be finished and satisfied, but if you LOVE it there is much more to come.
Hilfy is now on her own, with a "hand-me-down" ship and experienced crew - all new characters, including a marooned hani male. Her style is quite different from Pyanfar's, and provides further insight into Haniness as well as a Hani translator's view of other alien minds. We also get an in-depth look at the manipulating stsho - and a very fascinating and charming look it is. There are alternate views of the mahendosat, and the kif are developing in an interesting direction. We even gain some glimpses into the methane breathers' inner workings.
Highly recommended as a broadening view of Compact Space's intricate workings, and as a rollicking good time as well!
Hilfy is now on her own, with a "hand-me-down" ship and experienced crew - all new characters, including a marooned hani male. Her style is quite different from Pyanfar's, and provides further insight into Haniness as well as a Hani translator's view of other alien minds. We also get an in-depth look at the manipulating stsho - and a very fascinating and charming look it is. There are alternate views of the mahendosat, and the kif are developing in an interesting direction. We even gain some glimpses into the methane breathers' inner workings.
Highly recommended as a broadening view of Compact Space's intricate workings, and as a rollicking good time as well!
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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One of a very few.
8 Nov 2004
By Ron Johnson
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The books under the title of 'Chanur' have all been great books. I have read the whole set 3 times now. It would be nice to actually see them made into a movie. Impossible, considering the level of detail, but definately a good idea. The level of psychology in these books is high, at the expense of detail in the realm of environment. If your willing to explore this aspect of scifi, read them. To bad Cherryh ended the series.
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