^^
I admit that you do have a point there.
I also admit that those books might be well-written with some good stories as well.
But knowing myself rather well, I don't think that I would appreciate the stories in those books due to the changes in the crew which have taken place.
Which is a reason that I look for Star Trek books where I'm definitely sure that Janeway's death and other unpleasant events won't be mentioned at all.