Journey of Tara

by Brian Hutchinson

Tara Vanderpool, specialist in acquiring rare items usually of historic importance. Spy, cat burgular, or problem solver. She lives a pretty good life until she encounters the gruffy, independant and sour Dirk Bran, the Captain of the Marcel.
Once their paths cross they begin a journey neither can come back from the same.

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First published November 2, 2010

Reviews

[Kelli McCracken · Rating 5 out of 5]

Journey of Tara is a Science Fiction lovers dream. In my opinion, it's a Star Wars meets Star Trek meets Terminator type storyline, which is great because I'm a huge Star Wars and Terminator fan. It always amazes me when an author can create new worlds, species, and languages. Brian Hutchinson was able to do just that with this tale set way into the future.

Our journey begins with Tara Vanderpool, procurer for hire, as she sets off to deliver the object of her latest client's demands. Along the way, she meets up with Dirk Bran, captain of the Marcel, the cargo ship hired to deliver Tara to the plant Terra, better known as Old Earth. Together, they make their way through galaxies, unusual species that hold a grudge with Dirk, and destroyer ships set up to prevent access to the plant Terra, all on their way to meet Tara's sketchy client Boru. Though I could continue with the review, I do not want to give out too many details for those inclined to read this book.

All in all, I found this a great Science Fiction read. It reminded of how much I enjoy this genre and how easy it is to get caught up in the new worlds created by imaginative authors. I must say that Brian did a great job of catching my interest and holding it until the end of the story. I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys reading books in the Sci-Fi genre.

[Mark Jacobs · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Journey of Tara is a spiffy space romp set in a universe long after humankind’s first disastrous encounter with an alien race. Through no fault of either, humans are nearly wiped-out by a vicious, latent plague, and the embarrassed aliens are forced to intervene and scatter the remaining humans throughout the galaxy. And countless generations later, old abandoned Earth is just a memory. The Story of Tara begins with the exploits of sexy, sneak-thief Tara Vanderpool who teams up with Dirk Bran, the moody captain of the spaceship Marcel on a voyage back to old earth on a mission that neither was quite prepared to execute. But Captain Bran hides a deep secret, and Tara is swept unwillingly into his dark and somewhat sad existence, when she herself is involved in a horrible accident. I was pleasantly surprised by this little book. Hutchinson writes in a clear, wispy, and pleasing manner. Highly recommend for those looking for a light space opera.

[M. Pax · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed it. The story is fresh and original and Brian kept surprising me in a good way.