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Antarktos Saga #3
The Last Hunter: Ascent
I no longer exist. My kidnapping, breaking and corruption at the hands of the half-human, half-demon Nephilim began the journey to nothingness. I had hoped to one day rejoin my loved ones in the outside world, but before I realized it, twenty years had passed. Time is a distance I cannot traverse. If there is any memory of me, it is distant. Worse, the spirit of Nephil, Lord of the Nephilim, used my connection with the continent to decimate the surface world. I've done horrible things in the past, but I'm now responsible for the deaths of billions. Billions. God...
And so I have removed myself from the physical world, and Nephil's reach, to live out eternity in Tartarus, a place of endless torture where the burden I carry crushes my soul, driving me to madness. I am weak and cold. My abilities are gone. And I am not alone in this hell. There are things here more horrible than I could have imagined.
But as much as I think I deserve this fate, I'm driven to find a way to escape. To exist again. To return to my new family-Em and Luca. To set things right. I am Solomon Ull Vincent -- The Last Hunter-- and I will exist again.
The Last Hunter: Ascent parallels the events in Antarktos Rising, an adult thriller also by Robinson, upon which the Antarktos Saga is based. Read them together for the full experience. The final two books in the Antarktos Saga will complete both storylines as they merge.
And so I have removed myself from the physical world, and Nephil's reach, to live out eternity in Tartarus, a place of endless torture where the burden I carry crushes my soul, driving me to madness. I am weak and cold. My abilities are gone. And I am not alone in this hell. There are things here more horrible than I could have imagined.
But as much as I think I deserve this fate, I'm driven to find a way to escape. To exist again. To return to my new family-Em and Luca. To set things right. I am Solomon Ull Vincent -- The Last Hunter-- and I will exist again.
The Last Hunter: Ascent parallels the events in Antarktos Rising, an adult thriller also by Robinson, upon which the Antarktos Saga is based. Read them together for the full experience. The final two books in the Antarktos Saga will complete both storylines as they merge.
280 pages, Paperback
First published November 28, 2011
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About the author
Jeremy Robinson
163 books2,598 followersJeremy Robinson is the New York Times bestselling author of seventy novels and novellas, including Apocalypse Machine, Island 731, and SecondWorld, as well as the Jack Sigler thriller series and Project Nemesis, the highest selling, original (non-licensed) kaiju novel of all time. He’s known for mixing elements of science, history and mythology, which has earned him the #1 spot in Science Fiction and Action-Adventure, and secured him as the top creature feature author. Many of his novels have been adapted into comic books, optioned for film and TV, and translated into thirteen languages. He lives in New Hampshire with his wife and three children. Visit him at www.bewareofmonsters.com.
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December 29, 2018
Still great. I found the scenes in Tartarus more poignant than normal for this author. This is a good thing.
February 22, 2021
Notes:
Enjoyed the small trip to Tartarus.
Enjoyed the small trip to Tartarus.
October 22, 2019
Undoubtedly adventurous journey.
November 23, 2016
The Last Hunter: Ascent is yet another strong addition to the highly enjoyable Antarktos Saga. With this third novel, these easy reading books have fallen into a comfortable rhythm of creating stories that involve a lot of action, explore interesting ideas, and, most importantly, change.
As a fairly prolific reader, it is a lack of change that usually ends my interest in long-running series. That is not a problem for the Antarktos Saga. It clearly has a destination in mind and has no trouble getting there, changing everything time and again as characters grow, relationships evolve and the world gets turned on its head.
This book leads in directly from the end of the last novel. Sol is stuck in Tartarus and he not only has to find a way out of there, but he must also find a way to overcome his personal demons. There is also the problem of what might wait for him if he does escape as the events in the climax of the last novel has forever changed the world.
Even though I am three books into this series, I am enjoying it more than ever. They are nice quick reads so I'm moving through the series at pace, but that only makes them so much more exciting. A lot happens in a small amount of space, but never quite feels underdeveloped. Of course, I don't need to convince you of that. If you have made it this far then you have probably already read the first two and liked them as much as I did. If not then I can definitely recommend going back and starting from the beginning, this series does not disappoint.
All that said, I'm sure you noticed the loss of a star in this review. This is simply because, as with the last novel, I found the start of the book a little bit hard to get into. Sol is a character who needs other characters to play off. When he is on a journey without friends and loved ones it just doesn't hold my interest quite as much. It's a small issue and as ever the book ends well, leaving me excited for the next in the series.
So it's an easy 4 stars for the book, and 4.5 stars for the series as a whole so far.
As a fairly prolific reader, it is a lack of change that usually ends my interest in long-running series. That is not a problem for the Antarktos Saga. It clearly has a destination in mind and has no trouble getting there, changing everything time and again as characters grow, relationships evolve and the world gets turned on its head.
This book leads in directly from the end of the last novel. Sol is stuck in Tartarus and he not only has to find a way out of there, but he must also find a way to overcome his personal demons. There is also the problem of what might wait for him if he does escape as the events in the climax of the last novel has forever changed the world.
Even though I am three books into this series, I am enjoying it more than ever. They are nice quick reads so I'm moving through the series at pace, but that only makes them so much more exciting. A lot happens in a small amount of space, but never quite feels underdeveloped. Of course, I don't need to convince you of that. If you have made it this far then you have probably already read the first two and liked them as much as I did. If not then I can definitely recommend going back and starting from the beginning, this series does not disappoint.
All that said, I'm sure you noticed the loss of a star in this review. This is simply because, as with the last novel, I found the start of the book a little bit hard to get into. Sol is a character who needs other characters to play off. When he is on a journey without friends and loved ones it just doesn't hold my interest quite as much. It's a small issue and as ever the book ends well, leaving me excited for the next in the series.
So it's an easy 4 stars for the book, and 4.5 stars for the series as a whole so far.
May 21, 2012
Enjoy Robison's take on gods, demons, and angels. Fun series. Quick reads.
February 1, 2021
I loved this book!!! It has such a new idea and I have never read anything quite like it. So many things happen in the book that I don't expect (which is a good thing). Great series!
July 24, 2021
Really really disappointed with this series, and I even had the great R.C. Bray reading it to me.
If I knew it would have been more of a kids (teens) book I would have just not wasted a credit. But I’ve listened to many from Jeremy Robinson and I guess thought it would be more like them.
The worst part about the series is how the main character has this stupid moral code where he won’t kill a human, regardless of circumstances! He’s going to kill you… nope, not gonna do it. He’s going to kill the people you love… yea but.. it’s another human. He’s going to kill billions of other HUMANS!… no, there just might be a sliver of good in there somewhere. It’s just too much. If you can handle the movies where the victim finally gets the upper hand on the psychotic killer only to then NOT pull the trigger, or even just throw the gun away, maybe you’ll like this book..?
The second worst part is just the inconsistencies.
The kid has a perfect memory (I won’t even get into how he can, in seconds, know random facts from subjects that a thirteen year old would not have read up on, but he has a perfect working knowledge of, because he read a book on the subject at some point in his THIRTEEN YEARS!)
But… just because he spent some time in the dark killing monsters to survive and is treated like a dog, he can’t even remember or recognize his parents?… then it all comes back when he sees a woman that he hardly knows who he remembers from his actual birth….?
And his powers. One minute he’s being bested by a monster while trying to fight without powers, then it’s it’s as simple as thinking it dead. At one point he can simply melt the gold band that protects the monsters, and at other points he can’t get them off. At one point he can’t manage to fight the things, but he can, in an instant, create a 200ft hole to fall through to get away, and close it up. But can’t use that same control of the earth to just simply smash the monsters? He is just constantly completely weak and unable, but miraculously pulls himself up and out and is all knowing, all powerful, sometimes “subconsciously”
It’s all just too much for me, as an adult.
Maybe if I was thirteen… or ten? I don’t know
If I knew it would have been more of a kids (teens) book I would have just not wasted a credit. But I’ve listened to many from Jeremy Robinson and I guess thought it would be more like them.
The worst part about the series is how the main character has this stupid moral code where he won’t kill a human, regardless of circumstances! He’s going to kill you… nope, not gonna do it. He’s going to kill the people you love… yea but.. it’s another human. He’s going to kill billions of other HUMANS!… no, there just might be a sliver of good in there somewhere. It’s just too much. If you can handle the movies where the victim finally gets the upper hand on the psychotic killer only to then NOT pull the trigger, or even just throw the gun away, maybe you’ll like this book..?
The second worst part is just the inconsistencies.
The kid has a perfect memory (I won’t even get into how he can, in seconds, know random facts from subjects that a thirteen year old would not have read up on, but he has a perfect working knowledge of, because he read a book on the subject at some point in his THIRTEEN YEARS!)
But… just because he spent some time in the dark killing monsters to survive and is treated like a dog, he can’t even remember or recognize his parents?… then it all comes back when he sees a woman that he hardly knows who he remembers from his actual birth….?
And his powers. One minute he’s being bested by a monster while trying to fight without powers, then it’s it’s as simple as thinking it dead. At one point he can simply melt the gold band that protects the monsters, and at other points he can’t get them off. At one point he can’t manage to fight the things, but he can, in an instant, create a 200ft hole to fall through to get away, and close it up. But can’t use that same control of the earth to just simply smash the monsters? He is just constantly completely weak and unable, but miraculously pulls himself up and out and is all knowing, all powerful, sometimes “subconsciously”
It’s all just too much for me, as an adult.
Maybe if I was thirteen… or ten? I don’t know
March 17, 2022
With the continent of Antarctica relocated to the equator, the great ice shelves melted relieving the continent of its weight. The landmass was growing. Antarktos was rising. Ninnis has consumed the essence of Nephil instead of Ull as had been planned. Sol/Ull mistakenly escaped Ninnis by stepping into Tartarus, now he is trapped. Ninnis has gone to the surface to search for his daughter Kainda, Emilie, Luca, and the thirty-four deserted Hunters who accompanied them. Sol, in the meantime, discovers the history and purpose of Tartarus, makes a new friend, and learns more about himself. Somehow, Sol decides that it is his responsibility to stop the Nepheline. It is a good story but I do have issues.
January 21, 2021
I really enjoyed this book. The story is picking up and driving towards a pretty good conclusion I hope. The series is a really fun romp and I am enjoying the altered reality explaining all of the different supernatural or extraterrestrial events in the world. Just sit back and enjoy the ride, that is what I like about Jeremy Robinson's writing. On to Lament now.
May 11, 2022
I'm low on things to say about Ascent that I haven't already said about the series. Solomon continues to be an ever evolving and vibrant character, who is true to his beliefs and morals even while being possessed and influenced. Sometimes a haaaair "too smart", but otherwise I'm riveted page in and page out by his adventure, and the side characters that are along for the ride.
July 28, 2018
Huh, interesting. One of the subplots of this novel [and series] is a kind of exploration the bicameral mind. I wonder if this was deliberate? Either way, this installment is an enjoyable read. Still hooked on this series.
June 19, 2021
OK, I'm at the end of that plot plank off that cliff. Some stuff is OK, some stuff is less OK, Mainly though I'm a bit unsure of whether I want to finish this out. We'll see how book 4 goes.
I don't think I'd recommend this series to anyone who likes what I like.
I don't think I'd recommend this series to anyone who likes what I like.
April 12, 2018
The Saga just gets better
June 4, 2018
Pub 2011. About equal to #2 in interest but shorter in length. Interesting enough to go on to #4 and #5 on Kindle.
August 23, 2018
Really enjoying this series!
August 23, 2021
I was hooked after reading Antarktos Rising, and quickly consumed the entire Hunter saga. Definitely a great adventure!
November 16, 2021
great author and an even greater story looking forward to the next book
January 18, 2024
This was a good book for a middle book in a series the storyline moves well with a great main character
January 2, 2022
Great addition to the series, listened to it through Audible RC Bray does another great job of narrating. Loving this series and can’t wait to listen to the next.
May 28, 2013
Even from the depths of Tartarus(Greek version of the depths of hell) our, "Young," hero decides to read. Unbelievable, well not so much, he did bring the book for a reason after all and it does suit his character to take such an action. His brilliant mind and his perfect memory if serves him well that he discovers a solution. A possible solution to his new found discovery of pain and burden. If you were already paying attention, Solomon time in, "Hell," is easy to decipher without his won input to analyze himself.
Again, new characters, the world change, and just about everything has gone to Hell, not in reference to Tartarus this time. We now get to discover Where Solomon brother? Shin was born,created? well, where he came into existence. we discover more of Salomon's so called brothers and discover the relocation of Antarctica, and the worlds disposition to own claim and own this land.
The book does not fail to portray Salomon's new found identity and purpose, especially the growing change in himself. Rather, nothing is wrong, and if their was I am just to content of the quality to pin point or for that matter to scrutinize the book for one.(no reason to ruin a book I am content with)
Again, new characters, the world change, and just about everything has gone to Hell, not in reference to Tartarus this time. We now get to discover Where Solomon brother? Shin was born,created? well, where he came into existence. we discover more of Salomon's so called brothers and discover the relocation of Antarctica, and the worlds disposition to own claim and own this land.
The book does not fail to portray Salomon's new found identity and purpose, especially the growing change in himself. Rather, nothing is wrong, and if their was I am just to content of the quality to pin point or for that matter to scrutinize the book for one.(no reason to ruin a book I am content with)
February 9, 2014
Solomon is back!
Solomon starts this story a captive. As a captive he learns more about himself. He learns more about forgiveness and forgiving himself. When he does, he learns he can walk right out of his prison. It was self-imposed.
Solomon arrives at the surface of Antarktos to find the land has changed. On his way to Mount Olympus to find a weapon capable of defeating the Nephilim he meets up with a band of hunters who have thrown off the mantle of their masters. He’s also reunited with Kainda, Em, and Luca.
I really loved this book! Jeremy Robinson does a great job of articulating forgiveness and the power it gives one.
This is a must read! This can be read as a stand-alone book but start at the beginning of the series. You won’t be disappointed.
Solomon starts this story a captive. As a captive he learns more about himself. He learns more about forgiveness and forgiving himself. When he does, he learns he can walk right out of his prison. It was self-imposed.
Solomon arrives at the surface of Antarktos to find the land has changed. On his way to Mount Olympus to find a weapon capable of defeating the Nephilim he meets up with a band of hunters who have thrown off the mantle of their masters. He’s also reunited with Kainda, Em, and Luca.
I really loved this book! Jeremy Robinson does a great job of articulating forgiveness and the power it gives one.
This is a must read! This can be read as a stand-alone book but start at the beginning of the series. You won’t be disappointed.
January 14, 2014
When I found out about these books, it didn't interest me as much as previous books of Robinson's had, I held off on getting it till I was finished with the others. Got the first one and immediately got the rest. This series blew me away, I loved it. What I thought was going to be more of a young adult series was one of the best I have ever read. It sucked me in, I loved each character and couldn't wait for more. Antarktos Rising was the first book of Robinson's I read and what got me hooked, this series sealed the deal. It's beautiful in its detail, funny, full of adventure and a great story. I encourage you to check these out.
January 29, 2014
"The Last Hunter" and it's companion yet stand-alone novel, " Antarktos Rising" are now among my favorite books/series of any type of media-books, movies, video games, etc. If you are reading this, unsure of whether you should read this, be assured, buy it! It's got action, dinosaurs, intense fight and flight scenes, like able characters, awesome storytelling, some hair-raising scariness- all you could want in an awesome epic! For an added experience, read "Antarktos Rising" in between part 2: Pursuit and part 3: Ascent! Then prepare for the Jeremy Robinson floodgates to open, he has a ton of other winners-check them all out!
January 20, 2014
this book had Solomon Ull Vincent battling his own demons. this one doesn't have quite as much as action as the past 2 books in this series. it is a little slow reading for me in some places, but as I hung in there the action got a lot more intense.
I hate cliff hangers, but this one is worth the wait and makes me want to read the next one. .
I am looking forward to reading #4 in this series.
I hate cliff hangers, but this one is worth the wait and makes me want to read the next one. .
I am looking forward to reading #4 in this series.
July 25, 2014
Picking up where the last book ended, Sol is still in Tartarus and at a loss as to what to do. Luckily, more characters will come into his life to help him find purpose.
I'm really enjoying where this story is taking us. It's a fun, fast-paced, action-packed ride through the Underworld, the underbelly of Antarctica, and on top into the real world. A great story by Jeremy Robinson and superbly narrated by RC Bray!
I'm really enjoying where this story is taking us. It's a fun, fast-paced, action-packed ride through the Underworld, the underbelly of Antarctica, and on top into the real world. A great story by Jeremy Robinson and superbly narrated by RC Bray!
December 13, 2014
I have been reading the collector's edition of this series & had thought I was on this book, but turns out that I must have plowed right onto the next book, as I am now reading "Lament" according to my Kindle & my bookmark. The story is THAT good. You want to know what happens next. The collector's edition of the series has all the books, plus extra stories, artwork, interviews, etc. If you like adventure series that have supernatural fantasy woven through it you will love these books.
June 9, 2020
The story of Sol continues on. I think what I found most striking in this installment was the theme of forgiveness that runs throughout the story. The adventure is as intense as in the previous books. We are introduced to more characters and it is interesting to see the interactions. As I have mentioned before, R.C. Bray is amazing as the narrator of this audiobook. He really brings the characters to life.This story just gets better and better, and I am ready for the next book!
May 20, 2015
The action speeds up and and major changes have happened at the beginning of this iteration. The world is recast both physically and temporally thus allowing for expansion. Jeremy handles this extremely fluidly and Tartarus turns out to be an interesting place. This is turning out to be quite a nice series. Let's hope it stays that way.
April 12, 2012
Can't wait for the next one...I'm hooked!
September 9, 2012
Slow start with a bit more review of the previous books than I liked, but the book got moving and it was fun.
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