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Terran Scout Fleet #5
Aftershock
“I thought we were on leave!”
Scout Team Obsidian has been stood down after an especially brutal mission to reacquire a stolen mech called the Atlas. During that mission team leader Jacob Brown lost his left hand and eye. He is still adjusting to his new prosthetics and was looking forward to a well-earned vacation.
That will have to wait, however, as a new mission tasking has come down from the very top… and it’s a big one. Someone has been preying on colonist ships and refugee pipelines in the frontier regions. Millions have already been abducted including hundreds of thousands of humans.
Scout Fleet has been ordered to find the missing people and find the ringleaders of the trafficking operation. Admiral Marcus Webb needs his very best, and that means Captain Brown and the rest of his crew. Obsidian is now racing the clock to find the missing people and determine who is running the operation before Earth’s leadership does something rash.
Scout Team Obsidian has been stood down after an especially brutal mission to reacquire a stolen mech called the Atlas. During that mission team leader Jacob Brown lost his left hand and eye. He is still adjusting to his new prosthetics and was looking forward to a well-earned vacation.
That will have to wait, however, as a new mission tasking has come down from the very top… and it’s a big one. Someone has been preying on colonist ships and refugee pipelines in the frontier regions. Millions have already been abducted including hundreds of thousands of humans.
Scout Fleet has been ordered to find the missing people and find the ringleaders of the trafficking operation. Admiral Marcus Webb needs his very best, and that means Captain Brown and the rest of his crew. Obsidian is now racing the clock to find the missing people and determine who is running the operation before Earth’s leadership does something rash.
272 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 14, 2023
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June 4, 2023
Good read....
I really like the main characters in this book. I've read all of the books in the series. There was a couple of times that I laughed out loud at some of the banter between the guys.... I hope to get to read about Lucky back with the other team.
I really like the main characters in this book. I've read all of the books in the series. There was a couple of times that I laughed out loud at some of the banter between the guys.... I hope to get to read about Lucky back with the other team.
May 17, 2023
Another fantastic installment in the series! The author's style of writing and character development keep me coming back for more! After reading all the titles in this series as well as OF, I feel like I know all the characters and have served with them lol! I can't get enough and Mr. Dalzelle can't write fear enough!
January 12, 2024
Very eventful
Team Obsidian is very busy with multiple missions that are not always understood as what the goals are. We get a tiny cameo via a “phone call” from Jason Burke just to get some continuity with the Omega Force series. The similarities are very pronounced since the team is put into situations that echo those of Omega Force, especially when Jacob is thrust into action in ways similar to what happened to his father in his early career.
This book ends with an unsettled situation so that the reader is unable to tell whether the series is drawing to a conclusion or if Dalzelle is getting ready to spin off characters into one or more new series. It will be interesting to find out…
Team Obsidian is very busy with multiple missions that are not always understood as what the goals are. We get a tiny cameo via a “phone call” from Jason Burke just to get some continuity with the Omega Force series. The similarities are very pronounced since the team is put into situations that echo those of Omega Force, especially when Jacob is thrust into action in ways similar to what happened to his father in his early career.
This book ends with an unsettled situation so that the reader is unable to tell whether the series is drawing to a conclusion or if Dalzelle is getting ready to spin off characters into one or more new series. It will be interesting to find out…
May 20, 2023
Solid, interesting tale
Mostly plausible. But there were a few blooper mistakes. Like healthy humans passing out at atmospheric pressure of 8000 feet...8000 meters under stress maybe. But the highway drive over Pikes Peak is around 14000 feet and unpressurized US planes are licensed to y at 14000 feet. Mount Everest 29000+ feet has been climbed w/o oxygen. I am guessing 8000 feet stuck the author's mind due to US airlines normally pressurizing to 5000 and often declaring 8000 pressure for emergency use...although it's standard for many foreign carriers. But keep in mind that airlines commonly carry people who are not fit or healthy.
Mostly plausible. But there were a few blooper mistakes. Like healthy humans passing out at atmospheric pressure of 8000 feet...8000 meters under stress maybe. But the highway drive over Pikes Peak is around 14000 feet and unpressurized US planes are licensed to y at 14000 feet. Mount Everest 29000+ feet has been climbed w/o oxygen. I am guessing 8000 feet stuck the author's mind due to US airlines normally pressurizing to 5000 and often declaring 8000 pressure for emergency use...although it's standard for many foreign carriers. But keep in mind that airlines commonly carry people who are not fit or healthy.
June 9, 2024
Always excellent
This is a series that shows how an author can smoothly work multiple series story arcs throughout the current book and keep them fresh. No heavy handedness or long re-engagements. Just a touch here and a touch there.
It’s like bumping into old friend in an airport. If the reader is a fan of the series that engaged in each story, as can happen in our airports, it is an ”Oh, wow. Great to see you!” where the relationship briefly, pleasantly resumes.
Doing this repeatedly in a many book series?
This is skill.
This is a series that shows how an author can smoothly work multiple series story arcs throughout the current book and keep them fresh. No heavy handedness or long re-engagements. Just a touch here and a touch there.
It’s like bumping into old friend in an airport. If the reader is a fan of the series that engaged in each story, as can happen in our airports, it is an ”Oh, wow. Great to see you!” where the relationship briefly, pleasantly resumes.
Doing this repeatedly in a many book series?
This is skill.
July 19, 2023
This is the five-star rating system I use:
★★★★★ Great book! Can’t wait to read it again (and I will).
★★★★☆ Good book. I am glad I read this.
★★★☆☆ OK book. Nothing special but not bad.
★★☆☆☆ Not good. Why did I waste my time?
★☆☆☆☆ Lousy. I didn’t finish.
If for whatever reason, I go back and reread a good book, I will change the rating to five-star because I read it again.
★★★★★ Great book! Can’t wait to read it again (and I will).
★★★★☆ Good book. I am glad I read this.
★★★☆☆ OK book. Nothing special but not bad.
★★☆☆☆ Not good. Why did I waste my time?
★☆☆☆☆ Lousy. I didn’t finish.
If for whatever reason, I go back and reread a good book, I will change the rating to five-star because I read it again.
September 7, 2023
Another excellent installment in this series and the overall Omega Force universe. It really feels that the characters in this series are coming into their own and distinguishing themselves from the other Omega Force characters. It's interesting to see more story unfolding from a different perspective that all still meshes well with the overarching story if the surrounding universe.
February 5, 2026
Good read.
This book was a good read it was another book that I had found it hard to put down because it was so interesting . A lot of spying went on in this book along with a lot of killing people that were supposed to be on your side , the bad guys that is. At the end the good guys get another nice big bonus to add to there bank account. Lots of action in this book also.
This book was a good read it was another book that I had found it hard to put down because it was so interesting . A lot of spying went on in this book along with a lot of killing people that were supposed to be on your side , the bad guys that is. At the end the good guys get another nice big bonus to add to there bank account. Lots of action in this book also.
May 20, 2023
Wonderful book
The Omega force universe just keeps getting better. Love these adventures of Jason and Jake. The way they are interacting is great. Can't wait for the next installment of adventures.
The Omega force universe just keeps getting better. Love these adventures of Jason and Jake. The way they are interacting is great. Can't wait for the next installment of adventures.
May 28, 2023
After Omega Force discovered a major trafficking ring of humans, Scout Team Obsidian is sent to look for the missing and find evidence of who is in charge. Good edition to the series, as the now established characters, look for answers and to put things right.
June 9, 2023
Keeps up the standard
Still keeps up the high standard I have come to expect of the author
Interesting asides where Jacob talks to his Dad, the interaction of the crew and the obvious planning of the admiral all make for a complex background that lends nicely to the primary story
Still keeps up the high standard I have come to expect of the author
Interesting asides where Jacob talks to his Dad, the interaction of the crew and the obvious planning of the admiral all make for a complex background that lends nicely to the primary story
June 27, 2023
Brilliant
Omega Force, and Terran Scout Fleet continue to get better & better!
Every adventure delivers what faithful readers have come to expect from the best science fiction author of our time.. "Joshua Dalzelle!"
Omega Force, and Terran Scout Fleet continue to get better & better!
Every adventure delivers what faithful readers have come to expect from the best science fiction author of our time.. "Joshua Dalzelle!"
June 27, 2023
Another terrific read
Once again the author has written a fine book that had me losing sleep - again. A wonderful plot line and I expect more to come. This universe has unlimited possibilities: Dalzelle is the one to bring them forth for our reading pleasure!
Once again the author has written a fine book that had me losing sleep - again. A wonderful plot line and I expect more to come. This universe has unlimited possibilities: Dalzelle is the one to bring them forth for our reading pleasure!
August 10, 2023
Aftershock
This was a good end to a 5 book series. The entire series has been well written progress well With twist and turns that kept the reader engaged. I Believe this book tied up loose ends while leaving enough open for another book.
This was a good end to a 5 book series. The entire series has been well written progress well With twist and turns that kept the reader engaged. I Believe this book tied up loose ends while leaving enough open for another book.
September 11, 2023
another great read
Just another great book in the series. Can’t wait to find out what will happen with Jacob and the crew with the new world order following Earth’s move out of the Cooperative!
Just another great book in the series. Can’t wait to find out what will happen with Jacob and the crew with the new world order following Earth’s move out of the Cooperative!
February 9, 2024
A good book in the series
This was a good book in the series. This book slightly ties into the main series as the plot ties in the being trafficking occurring. The characters grow in understanding of the overall universe.
This was a good book in the series. This book slightly ties into the main series as the plot ties in the being trafficking occurring. The characters grow in understanding of the overall universe.
August 8, 2024
traitors and spies
Enjoyed getting together meet Glen Mitchell and understand his motivation to protect his daughter. As usual games are a foot and the team lead by Captain Brown have to step up
Enjoyed getting together meet Glen Mitchell and understand his motivation to protect his daughter. As usual games are a foot and the team lead by Captain Brown have to step up
October 28, 2024
Excellent characters and plot
Resolves a lot of behind the scenes fights well. The only negative is that the death of the Seattle race was a little too convenient. I'm looking forward to more of this series.
Resolves a lot of behind the scenes fights well. The only negative is that the death of the Seattle race was a little too convenient. I'm looking forward to more of this series.
May 13, 2026
Another Great Read
As always another fantastic and action packed read by Joshua Dalzelle. I love the tie in to Jason Burke and the high level intrigue across galactic politics. Will dive!
As always another fantastic and action packed read by Joshua Dalzelle. I love the tie in to Jason Burke and the high level intrigue across galactic politics. Will dive!
May 23, 2023
love both series
Amazing, just what you need escapism on an epic scale. Not too much crossover but just enough to keep you interested.
Amazing, just what you need escapism on an epic scale. Not too much crossover but just enough to keep you interested.
May 23, 2023
Great story
Another great storyline from Joshua with plenty of blood and guts action lol. Looking forward to the next episode of the Obsidian team
Another great storyline from Joshua with plenty of blood and guts action lol. Looking forward to the next episode of the Obsidian team
May 28, 2023
great story!
Always a great read! Once again , just couldn’t put the book down! Can’t wait for the next one! Job well done!
Always a great read! Once again , just couldn’t put the book down! Can’t wait for the next one! Job well done!
May 31, 2023
Keep them coming!
I like the back and forth between Omega and Obsidian. Can't wait for the next iteration, which I suppose will include Mok, et al.
I like the back and forth between Omega and Obsidian. Can't wait for the next iteration, which I suppose will include Mok, et al.
June 4, 2023
Excellent reading
Good pace, and the action is very well written. This series of books is shaping up to be one of my favorites, and I am looking forward to the next book!
Good pace, and the action is very well written. This series of books is shaping up to be one of my favorites, and I am looking forward to the next book!
June 6, 2023
Great action and a fantastic read.
Great action and a fantastic read. Moves quickly but remains true to storytelling. I look forward to more chapters in the near future...
Great action and a fantastic read. Moves quickly but remains true to storytelling. I look forward to more chapters in the near future...
June 6, 2023
I love Joshua Dalzelle's books. His Omega Force series is outstanding. The Terran Scout Fleet connected to Omega Force is also Great. Can't wait for the next in both series!
June 10, 2023
Awesome read
Loved the whole series. Hope to read more on this series. You left the ending open for another book. Can't wait.
Loved the whole series. Hope to read more on this series. You left the ending open for another book. Can't wait.
June 10, 2023
great story as usual
Josh has done it again he has crafted a excellent story for Jacob Brown and scout fleet I can’t wait for the next one or another Omega Force
Josh has done it again he has crafted a excellent story for Jacob Brown and scout fleet I can’t wait for the next one or another Omega Force
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June 13, 2023Good book
I like the way the characters interact, they tease each other a lot, but they are always there for their friends. Good read...
I like the way the characters interact, they tease each other a lot, but they are always there for their friends. Good read...
June 17, 2023
great read
Always waiting for another great read. Hurry please! I enjoy you books can’t put them down. Keep it up. Waiting
Always waiting for another great read. Hurry please! I enjoy you books can’t put them down. Keep it up. Waiting
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