A review by sfian
Mayenne by E.C. Tubb

fast-paced

4.0

The saga moves on as Dumarest takes on a whole planet (and I don't mean the population...) in a battle of wits rather than brawn (although, brawn is still a factor as he also gets to fight a dragon and it's rider). 

One of the better books I've re-read so far, as it moves, slightly, away from the formula, but it's interesting in hindsight to wonder whether some aspects were picked up by bigger franchises - the monster attack which starts the story reminded me of Alien (1979), while the sentient planet brought to mind Green Lantern's Mogo (first appearance 1985). 

Strangely, I've never been bothered by the portrayal of women in these books, but one female character suggesting that the others made sure the men had soft beds and food ready for them while they worked to repair the ship felt wrong.