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Hey Mike, I LOVED The Last War trilogy! Are you working on a new book or series yet, and if you do, I would love the opportunity to read and review it around release time:)?
Mike Shackle Sorry! Just seen this. Yes, I am writing a new series. No idea when it'll be out (or if it will come out!) but there's a lot of writing to be done fir…moreSorry! Just seen this. Yes, I am writing a new series. No idea when it'll be out (or if it will come out!) but there's a lot of writing to be done first(less)
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Will there ever be hardcovers of The Last War trilogy for sale Mike? Thank you for whats been so far a very enjoyable reading experience! "Are you not entertained!" LOL
Mike Shackle Hi. Sorry. I didn't see your question! Hopefully you managed to snag one of the Broken Binding hardcovers. Unfortunately, there will be the only ones …moreHi. Sorry. I didn't see your question! Hopefully you managed to snag one of the Broken Binding hardcovers. Unfortunately, there will be the only ones produced (and they're sold out now).(less)
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