Battletech 28: Heir to the Dragon (Battletech) [Mass Market Paperback]

Robert N. Charrette (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 1, 1996

Challenged to prove his worth, Theodore Kurita, heir apparent to the Draconis Combine, begins a twenty-year odyssey of lethal encounters and narrow escapes, at the end of which he must confront his worst enemy--his own father. Original.

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About the Author

Robert N. Charrette is a member of the Society of Creative Anachronisms and the La Belle Compagnie. He has worked as a graphic artist, game designer, art director and commercial sculptor. Other works of the author include A Prince Among Men and Shadowrun series. --This text refers to the Audio Cassette edition.

From AudioFile

WOLVES ON THE BORDER is one of a series of Battletech stories. In these young adult stories, soldiers use mechs (huge machines, often humanoid in shape) to face each other in battle. This particular story focuses on a character named Minobu Tetsuhara and his struggles with Bushido, the honor code of the Samurai warriors who do battle with the mechs. The production quality and sound effects are quite good. Christopher Graybill, the lone performer, does a great job adding tension to the numerous battle scenes. S.D. © AudioFile 2003, Portland, Maine-- Copyright © AudioFile, Portland, Maine --This text refers to the Audio Cassette edition.

Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback: 384 pages
• Publisher: Roc (September 1, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0451455274
• ISBN-13: 978-0451455277
• Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.2 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #827,879 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best Battletech novel set before the clan invasion!!!, July 13, 1999

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This review is from: Heir to the Dragon (Battletech) (Paperback)

Michael Stackpole may have a talent for intrigues and fast action,but Robert Charette is the better author.His novel is very well written and its got atmosphere,depth and realism. "Heir.." describes the life of Theodore Kurita as son of the Coordinator of the Draconis Combine. The novel provides you with an in-depth look at the inner workings,the philosophy and the life in House Kuritas realm and its still the best source for anyone interested in the Draconis Combine, especially for Battletech Game Masters. In addition to that,it covers the time from Theodores birth til the 3040s,and so it gives you an overview of the Inner Sphere history of the whole era too.You should note that this book is also the only source in novel-form for the war of 3039,a very interesting chapter in the history of struggling between the houses Davion and Kurita.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A glimpse inside the Dragon...., May 6, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Heir to the Dragon (Battletech) (Paperback)

A chance to view the inner workings of House Kurita! Honor, Duty and Courage, this book has it all. This book documents the forging of a great leader, Theodoore Kurita. It really breathes life into this character as well as the Draconis Combine! A must read for any BT reader!

6 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Kurita rules!, October 4, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Battletech 28: Heir to the Dragon (Battletech) (Mass Market Paperback)

Are you sick and tired of that endless praise on Davion-Steiner holy crusade against the Evil Everybody Else? Do you hate to see the greatest concept in the science fiction history being spoiled by infantile moral preachments? Do you end up asking over and over again: WHY DO THE DAVION BASTARDS ALWAYS WIN??? Why are the authors so panicked about different ways of thinking that they cowardly refuse to give the other side even a slightest chance?

Well, if you feel that way, 'Heir of the Dragon' is the book you need. For the first time, some fairness is brought into the Battletech series. Mr. Charrette shows you the universe from inside of the Draconian empire. The book's written with a deep understanding of Japanese way of life and the Kuritas are actually described as human beings rather than mindless animals that must be exterminated at any price.

Before you read this book, it is absolutely necessary that you read the previous volume - 'Wolves on the Border'. If you haven't read 'Wolves...' (I made that mistake), many things that happen in 'Heir...' will be difficult to understand. In fact, it's a good idea to keep 'Wolves...' at hand while reading 'Heir...' to refresh your memory occasionally. Even if you don't like 'Wolfes...', don't let it keep you from reading 'Heir...' It's much better, I promise!

'Heir of the Dragon' is the book that awoke the fascination about Japan in me. And it helped me hold through the Battletech series until my patience was rewarded by the Clan wars.