Another rollicking adventure for the crew of the Osprey. Jax is back. I'll admit I was disappointed when neither Steve nor Korri were part of this mission. Still, Jax's auntie almost made up for their absence.

Wilker's usual good-natured snark is in excellent form in this rousing and witty tale.

For readers of Tanya Huff's Confederation series, McMaster-Bujold's Vorkosigan saga and lovers of unexpected pop sci-fi references. ( )