Agent of Change by Sharon Lee is the first book in the Liaden Universe series. It follows a space opera narrative with elements of romance and fantasy intertwined. The story revolves around characters navigating family politics, honor, and love in a universe filled with aliens and unique cultures. The writing style is engaging, blending sci-fi elements with romantic subplots, creating a captivating and immersive reading experience.

Characters:

The characters include a human protagonist alongside various aliens, with distinct backgrounds influencing their actions, and notable supporting characters such as humorous and loyal turtle-like aliens.

Writing/Prose:

The writing is straightforward and engaging, with a mix of humor and adventure in character interactions, making it accessible and enjoyable.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot focuses on a spy-assassin who saves an ex-mercenary, involving themes of loyalty and familial bonds while intertwining political intrigue with a slow-burn romance.

Setting:

The setting features a universe with human-like aliens and elements of space travel, heavily influenced by themes from Regency England.

Pacing:

The pacing is steady, balancing action and character development, with the romance unfolding gradually.

Pete, walking at Sam's left behind the prisoner, wasn't so sure. To all appearances, the man they had taken was Terrence O'Grady. He had the curly, sandy hair, the pug nose, and the archaic black-fram...

Notes:

The Liaden Universe is a sci-fi romance series about human-like aliens with psychic abilities.

The society in the Liaden Universe is inspired by Regency England.

The series is known for being written out of order, making it tricky to start reading.

'Agent of Change' is often recommended as a starting point for new readers.

'Local Custom' is another suggested standalone book in the series.

'Agent of Change' features a slow-burn romance between a spy-assassin and an ex-mercenary.

The Liaden series has elements of space fantasy and includes humor, adventure, and found family themes.

Major alien races include the Liaden, who are short humans with a strong sense of honor, and the Yxtrang, who are taller and more combative.

The Clutch of turtle-like aliens in 'Agent of Change' are comedic and surprisingly loyal friends.

Most of the romance in the series is 'fade to black,' meaning explicit scenes are not described.

'Agent of Change' is available as a free ebook on both Amazon and Baen.

Readers can enjoy a mix of romance and adventure without heavy romantic content in later books.

The series has a total of at least 23 books, with a mix of main characters and subplots throughout.

There is a strong theme of family dynamics and loyalty in the Liaden Universe.

Has Romance?

The romance in Agent of Change is present but develops slowly, indicating a medium level of romantic involvement.

From The Publisher:

Two tough-but-tender characters with a bright future-if they live that long.

Terran Miri Robertson was a mercenary, but she retired to a cushy job as a private bodyguard. What she didn't know what that her client had powerful enemies. Now he's dead, and they're after her.

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Agent of Change

Sharon Lee

Book 2 in the series:Liaden Universe