Dread, unfortunately. Cryoburn and CVA were such terrible disappointments that I felt like Lois is no longer able/willing to write great books. I suppose she could surprise me and write a book in which the main character actually has a stake in the situation and has to grow and change to deal with it. I would love to see a Cordelia book, but not if it's like the Ivan book... :(

On the bright side, Dira Sudis is super excited and talking about writing lots of Arkady Jole before the book hits. That I'm looking forward to with no reservations. :D