Space Opera by David Drake

I have always been a science-fiction/fantasy addict - it's a wonderful 'escapist' way to leave the real world behind and literally 'live' in another's imagination.

Having always been an "HonorVerse" fan, I only recently commenced the "RCN series" by David Drake. It's highly enjoyable space-opera - not anything that makes a deep impact in the SF/fantasy world, but just plain fun nevertheless.

The books describe the adventures of Lt Leary (who gets promoted over time) and his signals officer Adele Mundy. Adele Mundy, who is described in the books (by her peers) as the best 'information specialist' in the galaxy, is actually a hacker - and she has to be the best 'space-age' hacker that I have seen described in any space-opera fantasy. Not only that - she is an expert shot with her pistol. (And yeah - I have a small crush on her)

I can't help admit that I devoured all the books in the series within a fortnight and now need to wait for a l-o-o-ng time till Mr Drake comes up with something new.

Elune Evensong/Moonsong - Avatar of Elune, Moon Goddess (Fantasy)

Anybody who has played Warcraft / World of Warcraft knows who is Elune. For the un-initiated, please do refer WoW or Wikipedia!

I do doubt however, that any male is so terminally affected with fantasy that he would day-dream about a goddess's avatar - and an imaginary one at that! I do have the small saving grace that her picture in my mind is not the conventional one of a beautiful Night Elf. No, not at all.. it's one of a spectacular High Elf - one whom I keep dreaming about.

Goddess, Hear my call ! (thats one of the game character voice bites)

Her mane is spun from fair moonlight,
Her eyes are a mirror to the artic sky!
Her voice - a blend of crystal chimes,
Her smile can melt the Sun to cry!

Her verve - the vigor of monsoon wind,
Her art - the height of arcane skill!
Her sight can make any pain rescind!
Her love - the promise of trust fulfilled!
...and her kiss can cause burns on skin!.. :-)

(to be filled in)