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4.0
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4.5 stars
These Janus Group books are so much fun to read. Definitely some of my favorite stories. I read the original trilogy and loved every minute of it so when I saw the author was writing another in the same world I was very excited. I mean getting to see these characters in action once again? Yes please! Please note that this is not a standalone book. Even though it is the start of a new trilogy of books, it is set in the same world with the same characters as the first three. You should read the first three prior to this one. Well you should read all of them regardless, but this was you will be up to speed when you jump into this story.
Rath's Trial picks up after the events of the last book. In the last series you had Rath and Paisen and others working to take down the corrupt Janus group. They worked for the Janus group, but it was not all sunshine and roses or really what they expected. Yes, they did things they probably shouldn't have, namely killed people, but in the end they did try and right some of their wrongs. Rath in particular has a hard time with all of it. He can't forget anything and he does feel guilty for the part he played in the whole thing, though taking them down helped a bit. Now he wants to go back and see a lady he really cared about, but lied to as she was part of a job for him. He wants to see if he can possibly rekindle what they had now that he is no longer an assassin.
Through this story you see how each of these characters are dealing with the aftermath of what happened in the last stories. Rath is trying to make amends, but ends up arrested. He doesn't even really fight it as he knows what he did, but he also doesn't want to die. That and he has a new enemy who is after him for reasons that he does not know. So he has to try and figure out who is after him and why all while not getting the death penalty for killing so many people previously.
Paisen is working to try and use her skills for good, or better, reasons. She has put together a team of highly skilled fighters, though there is to be no more killing. Beauceron is trying to figure out his life now that he is a high profile and I know he has a job to do, but I didn't like him as much in this story. I mean he knows Rath and Paisen!
You also get to know Dasi more. She is trying to figure out how she can be helpful again. She needs a new way to make a difference after everything that happened and I am curious to see where her path with take her. Through this all, through everyone doing their thing, you have some new characters introduced and a whole lot of questions. Who are these people? Are they good or bad? It is not always clear and it will be interesting to see where everyone ends up. Will they all be on the same side fighting against the bad guys? Or will it be more complicated with the bad guys not really as obvious as they were? Will they end up fighting each other for what they think is right? We shall see. I can't wait for the next book so I can read more!
*Note: I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review
4.5 stars
These Janus Group books are so much fun to read. Definitely some of my favorite stories. I read the original trilogy and loved every minute of it so when I saw the author was writing another in the same world I was very excited. I mean getting to see these characters in action once again? Yes please! Please note that this is not a standalone book. Even though it is the start of a new trilogy of books, it is set in the same world with the same characters as the first three. You should read the first three prior to this one. Well you should read all of them regardless, but this was you will be up to speed when you jump into this story.
Rath's Trial picks up after the events of the last book. In the last series you had Rath and Paisen and others working to take down the corrupt Janus group. They worked for the Janus group, but it was not all sunshine and roses or really what they expected. Yes, they did things they probably shouldn't have, namely killed people, but in the end they did try and right some of their wrongs. Rath in particular has a hard time with all of it. He can't forget anything and he does feel guilty for the part he played in the whole thing, though taking them down helped a bit. Now he wants to go back and see a lady he really cared about, but lied to as she was part of a job for him. He wants to see if he can possibly rekindle what they had now that he is no longer an assassin.
Through this story you see how each of these characters are dealing with the aftermath of what happened in the last stories. Rath is trying to make amends, but ends up arrested. He doesn't even really fight it as he knows what he did, but he also doesn't want to die. That and he has a new enemy who is after him for reasons that he does not know. So he has to try and figure out who is after him and why all while not getting the death penalty for killing so many people previously.
Paisen is working to try and use her skills for good, or better, reasons. She has put together a team of highly skilled fighters, though there is to be no more killing. Beauceron is trying to figure out his life now that he is a high profile and I know he has a job to do, but I didn't like him as much in this story. I mean he knows Rath and Paisen!
You also get to know Dasi more. She is trying to figure out how she can be helpful again. She needs a new way to make a difference after everything that happened and I am curious to see where her path with take her. Through this all, through everyone doing their thing, you have some new characters introduced and a whole lot of questions. Who are these people? Are they good or bad? It is not always clear and it will be interesting to see where everyone ends up. Will they all be on the same side fighting against the bad guys? Or will it be more complicated with the bad guys not really as obvious as they were? Will they end up fighting each other for what they think is right? We shall see. I can't wait for the next book so I can read more!
*Note: I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review
ejfisch's review
4.0
I was approached about joining the ARC team for this series last fall and ended up really enjoying the first three books. Imagine my surprise when I received the latest newsletter announcing there would be another trilogy!
At the end of Book 3, [b:Rath's Reckoning|27211714|Rath's Reckoning (The Janus Group #3)|Piers Platt|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1444933943s/27211714.jpg|47253511], our heroes more or less wrapped things up in terms of their ongoing battle with the ruthless Janus Group. But nothing can change the regrettable things they did while in the employ of the Guild. Rath's Trial essentially deals with the aftermath: Rath trying to atone for his sins, Paisen trying to stay one step ahead of the law as she continues leading independent operations, Beauceron trying to regain some sense of normalcy in his life, Dasi trying to find new ways to make a difference...and the corrupt powers-that-be frantically trying to pick up the pieces leftover from their precious operation.
These stories are more or less cyberpunk political thrillers. There's action and intrigue and espionage, there's also scheming and powermongering. I admittedly struggle a bit with all the corrupt politicians simply because those aspects aren't really my cup of tea, but the other elements make up for it. There's a certain simplicity about the writing in these books that make them quick, fun reads, but there's enough complexity that you're left wanting more and you find yourself drawn closer and closer to the characters the further you progress.
I went ahead and rated this book 4 stars, simply because I'm not sure if I enjoyed it quite as much as the original three, but revisiting all of these characters was still so much fun. Rath has grown on me with every book and continues to display intelligence and resourcefulness even when in adverse situations that don't require direct action. Paisen is cautious but still as badass as ever. It's neat to see her in a leadership position in this book, willingly working with others and having those people look up to her. Her bluntness and snark never fail to entertain me. Beauceron and Dasi have also both seem a lot of growth, but developments in Dasi's arc in particular has piqued my interest, and it will be cool to see how working with an AI changes her role. A few new characters are also introduced, some allies, some enemies, and some who leave us with many questions. Time will only tell where they fall on the spectrum.
Looking forward to the next installment!
At the end of Book 3, [b:Rath's Reckoning|27211714|Rath's Reckoning (The Janus Group #3)|Piers Platt|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1444933943s/27211714.jpg|47253511], our heroes more or less wrapped things up in terms of their ongoing battle with the ruthless Janus Group. But nothing can change the regrettable things they did while in the employ of the Guild. Rath's Trial essentially deals with the aftermath: Rath trying to atone for his sins, Paisen trying to stay one step ahead of the law as she continues leading independent operations, Beauceron trying to regain some sense of normalcy in his life, Dasi trying to find new ways to make a difference...and the corrupt powers-that-be frantically trying to pick up the pieces leftover from their precious operation.
These stories are more or less cyberpunk political thrillers. There's action and intrigue and espionage, there's also scheming and powermongering. I admittedly struggle a bit with all the corrupt politicians simply because those aspects aren't really my cup of tea, but the other elements make up for it. There's a certain simplicity about the writing in these books that make them quick, fun reads, but there's enough complexity that you're left wanting more and you find yourself drawn closer and closer to the characters the further you progress.
I went ahead and rated this book 4 stars, simply because I'm not sure if I enjoyed it quite as much as the original three, but revisiting all of these characters was still so much fun. Rath has grown on me with every book and continues to display intelligence and resourcefulness even when in adverse situations that don't require direct action. Paisen is cautious but still as badass as ever. It's neat to see her in a leadership position in this book, willingly working with others and having those people look up to her. Her bluntness and snark never fail to entertain me. Beauceron and Dasi have also both seem a lot of growth, but developments in Dasi's arc in particular has piqued my interest, and it will be cool to see how working with an AI changes her role. A few new characters are also introduced, some allies, some enemies, and some who leave us with many questions. Time will only tell where they fall on the spectrum.
Looking forward to the next installment!
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