Dark Run

It has drawn comparisons to Firefly, and those make sense (especially with a glance at the crew roster), but it’s in no way derivative. Brooks defines appealing, distinct characters well, and they mesh brilliantly as a team. The plotting is great, the dialogue and interplay are fun, and the scenarios and world-building are compelling. The gritty, hard boiled tone doesn’t overstay its welcome, and the action is well written.

Fun. Some predictable moments, and pretty familiar charaters, but somehow that doesn't detract from the book. Instead I felt like I already knew the Keiko's crew. Also, the world building is really well done. That and the characters will bring me back for the sequels.