# The Janus File - Hardcover by **David Weber** (Author), **Jacob Holo** (Author) **The fates of universes aren't the only things time travel can impact. Sometimes the effect is a lot more mundane and closer to home. And when that happens, it's up to the cops of Themis Division to make time turn out right.** It was supposed to be a routine trip for the members of the Gordian Division, both human and AI: fly out to Saturn, inspect the construction of their latest time machines, then fly back. But when the division's top scientist and chief engineer are killed in the same freak accident, suspicions of foul play run deep. Detective Isaac Cho is sent in to investigate, but he has more on his mind than just a new case. His superiors have saddled him with an exchange officer from the neighboring Admin--Special Agent Susan Cantrell--whose notion of proper "law enforcement" involves blowing up criminals first and skipping questions entirely. Despite his objections, Cho is stuck with an untested partner on a case that increasingly reeks of murder and conspiracy. The unlikely pair must work together to unravel this mystery, and soon they discover their unique combination of skills might just provide the edge they need. But nothing is ever simple where the Gordian Division is involved. Not even time itself. **About _The Janus File_:** "A satisfying, self-contained mystery for its mismatched protagonists to gradually unravel...moments of humor amid the expected culture clashes, and the exploration of the authors' well-realized far-future world . . . It's pure entertainment." --_Publishers Weekly_ **About prequel _The Gordian Protocol_:** "Tom Clancy-esque exposition of technical details . . . absurd humor and bloody action. Echoes of Robert Heinlein . . . lots of exploding temporal spaceships and bodies . . . action-packed . . ." --_Booklist_ "\[A\] fun and thrilling standalone from Weber and Holo. . . . Time travel enthusiasts will enjoy the moral dilemmas, nonstop action, and crisp writing." --_Publishers Weekly_ **About David Weber:** "\[A\] balanced mix of interstellar intrigue, counterespionage, and epic fleet action . . . with all the hard- and software details and tactical proficiency that Weber delivers like no one else; along with a large cast of well-developed, believable characters, giving each clash of fleets emotional weight." _\--Booklist_ "\[M\]oves . . . as inexorably as the Star Kingdom's Grand Fleet, commanded by series protagonist Honor Harrington. . . . Weber is the Tom Clancy of science fiction. . . . His fans will relish this latest installment. . . ." --_Publishers Weekly_ "This entry is just as exciting as Weber's initial offering. . . . The result is a fast-paced and action-packed story that follows \[our characters\] as they move from reaction to command of the situation. Weber builds _Shadow of Freedom_ to an exciting and unexpected climax." --_The Galveston County Daily News_ "Weber combines realistic, engaging characters with intelligent technological projection and a deep understanding of military bureaucracy in this long-awaited Honor Harrington novel . . . . Fans of this venerable space opera will rejoice to see Honor back in action." --_Publishers Weekly_ "This latest Honor Harrington novel brings the saga to another crucial turning point. . . . Readers may feel confident that they will be Honored many more times and enjoy it every time." --_Booklist_ "\[E\]verything you could want in a heroine. . . . Excellent . . . plenty of action." --_Science Fiction Age_ "Brilliant! Brilliant! Brilliant!" --Anne McCaffrey "Compelling combat combined with engaging characters for a great space opera adventure." --_Locus_ "Weber combines realistic, engaging characters with intelligent technological projection. . . . Fans of this venerable space opera will rejoice . . ." --_Publishers Weekly_ **About Jacob Holo:** "An entertaining sci-fi action novel with light overtones of dystopian and political thrillers." --_Kirkus_ on _The Dragons of Jupiter_ "Thrilling . . . sci-fi adventure." --_Kirkus_ on _Time Reavers_ ### Author Biography With more than eight million copies of his books in print and 33 titles on the _New York Times_ bestseller list, David Weber is a science fiction powerhouse. In the vastly popular Honor Harrington series, the spirit of C.S. Forester's Horatio Hornblower and Patrick O'Brian's _Master and Commander_ live on--into the galactic future. Books in the Honor Harrington and Honorverse series have appeared on 21 bestseller lists, including _The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times,_ and _USA Today._ Additional Honorverse collaborations include the spin-off miniseries Manticore Ascendant with _New York Time_ best-selling author Timothy Zahn; and with Eric Flint, _Crown of Slaves_, _Cauldron of Ghosts_, and _To End in Fire_ contribute to Weber's illustrious list of _New York Times_ and international bestsellers. Best known for his spirited, modern-minded space operas, Weber is also the creator of the Oath of Swords fantasy series and the Dahak Saga, a science fiction and fantasy hybrid. Weber has also engaged in a steady stream of best-selling collaborations: the Starfire series with Steve White; the Empire of Man series with John Ringo; the Multiverse series with Linda Evans and Joelle Presby; and the Ring of Fire series with Eric Flint. **Jacob Holo** is a former-Ohioan, former-Michigander living in sunny South Carolina. He describes himself as a writer, gamer, hobbyist, and engineer who started writing after his parents bought him an IBM 286 desktop back in the '80s. He's been writing ever since. **Number of Pages:** 368 **Dimensions:** 1.18 x 9.57 x 6.23 IN **Publication Date:** October 04, 2022 ## Details - **Price:** 25.0 USD - **Vendor:** Books by splitShops - **Type:** Books - **Tags:** Books by splitShops, Shopify Collective ## Variants | Variant | Price | Available | |---------|-------|-----------| | Default Title | 25.00 USD | In stock | ## Images - The Janus File - Hardcover --- > Source: [Smart supply deals](https://smartsupplydeals.com/products/the-janus-file-hardcover) > Updated: 2026-07-23