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Marcus Johnston

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in Lexington Park, MD, The United States

July 01, 1975

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Science Fiction, Romance, Historical Fiction

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As a Navy brat, Marcus has often found himself between places, so it’s not surprising that his characters find themselves in the same position. He grew up imagining fantastic worlds and loves telling stories about them. After graduating from Illinois State University, he became a mercenary teacher, jumping from classroom to classroom.

After living in Korea, India, and Thailand, he returned to the States, only to travel across the country to train. He’s based out of Tempe, Arizona, with a wonderful wife who doesn’t like science fiction, and two wonderful kids, who don’t want to read his books, so he shares his stories with all those who will

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Average rating: 4.15 · 60 ratings · 9 reviews · 15 distinct works

	Virginia Is For Lovers really liked it 4.00 avg rating — 3 ratings — published 2011 — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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	Prayer for the Technocrats it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 1 rating — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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Surprisingly good! When you read a lot of military sci-fi, you get into a rut of reading similar books. This book is NOT one of them. Great characters, interesting scenarios... I'm definitely reading the next one in the series! It took me a while to g ...more
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Marcus Johnston rated a book it was amazing Freedom's Challenge (Catteni #3) by Anne McCaffrey	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Great ending to a wonderful trilogy I was rather surprised how Anne found a way to wrap up the series and it does not disappoint. You follow all the characters for so long and enjoy their company. Pleased as punch.
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Marcus Johnston rated a book it was amazing Agents of the Crown - The Complete Series #1-5 by Lindsay Buroker (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Cozy, cuddly fantasy fun I love Lindsay's writing, her worlds, and combining fantasy and romance together in such a way that you're rooting for the protagonists. Very good world building and a fun story, even if sometimes it wraps up a plot too quickl ...more
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Marcus Johnston rated a book it was amazing The Unbelievable Mr. Brownstone Complete Collection by Michael Anderle (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Didn't Think I'd Like It As much as I enjoy Michael's books, taking on a 22 book saga was more than a little intimidating. I thought I'd get bored half way through, but the more you get to know the Brownstone family, the more you want to hear. This is ...more
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