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Fire When Ready: War of the Submarine: Book 3
1 out of every 3 submarines deploying isn’t coming home.
Will Alex Coleman’s boat beat the odds?
No one expected war, and the U.S. Navy has paid the price. Once the greatest Navy in the world, by 2039, American submariners find themselves outnumbered and outgunned by an alliance of France, India, and the enemy lurking in the Russia. It’s not their fault that the politicians back home didn’t expect war as the world expanded into underwater territory, but now sailors like Commander Alex Coleman are left facing the consequences.
Alex’s boat is old enough to drink and his crew is a few beers short of a six pack. But he’s got to pull them together before embarking on a dangerous mission into the undersea wild west to rescue scientists working on a top secret project. If he doesn’t, no one will miss the U.S. Navy’s oldest attack submarine. But if he does…he might just change the world.
Can Alex and his fellows overcome enemy submariners with newer boats, quieter technology, and faster torpedoes? Or will more submariners rest on the ocean bottom on eternal patrol?
Fire When Ready is the third book in the series War of the Submarine, also published as Season 3 of the War of the Submarine serial on Kindle Vella. The book version has been expanded with additional scenes and chapters not available in the serial.
Alex’s boat is old enough to drink and his crew is a few beers short of a six pack. But he’s got to pull them together before embarking on a dangerous mission into the undersea wild west to rescue scientists working on a top secret project. If he doesn’t, no one will miss the U.S. Navy’s oldest attack submarine. But if he does…he might just change the world.
Can Alex and his fellows overcome enemy submariners with newer boats, quieter technology, and faster torpedoes? Or will more submariners rest on the ocean bottom on eternal patrol?
Fire When Ready is the third book in the series War of the Submarine, also published as Season 3 of the War of the Submarine serial on Kindle Vella. The book version has been expanded with additional scenes and chapters not available in the serial.
528 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 26, 2023
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R.G. Roberts
13 books344 followersR.G. Roberts is the author of fantasy, military science fiction, and alternate history novels and serial fiction, currently publishing on Amazon and Kindle Vella.
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January 18, 2024
Good but unnecessarily longer
This is a fine addition to the series. Good action and fine dialogue. There's a lot of superfluous filler material though. So it makes for some tedious sections. But overall, the continuity is good and the story gets better. The characters are compelling and relatable. Moving right into the next entry.
This is a fine addition to the series. Good action and fine dialogue. There's a lot of superfluous filler material though. So it makes for some tedious sections. But overall, the continuity is good and the story gets better. The characters are compelling and relatable. Moving right into the next entry.
May 22, 2024
An excellent read!
I am loving these books by the author. They mix enough energy, skirmishes, battles, geography, and characters to make an exciting tales. If you love adventure, I highly recommend these books. These stories are like a favorite shoes or slippers. Kudos to Ms. Roberts!
I am loving these books by the author. They mix enough energy, skirmishes, battles, geography, and characters to make an exciting tales. If you love adventure, I highly recommend these books. These stories are like a favorite shoes or slippers. Kudos to Ms. Roberts!
January 30, 2025
Realist
Ms. Roberts tells the future Navy tale with skill and knowledge gained by having walked the walk. Seemingly realistic tactics are used to great effect for the unexposed reader, a task more daunting for writers who have to keep the DOD happy by not revealing the really secret stuff.
I can’t wait for book next.
Well Done!
Ms. Roberts tells the future Navy tale with skill and knowledge gained by having walked the walk. Seemingly realistic tactics are used to great effect for the unexposed reader, a task more daunting for writers who have to keep the DOD happy by not revealing the really secret stuff.
I can’t wait for book next.
Well Done!
March 1, 2025
Continues to entertain
Characters aren't flat and still seem natural. Story continues to be captivating and entertaining. Unlike a lot of series this is not going flat and being dragged out to make more books. Officers and enlisted seem accurate and not everyone is a glittering war hero; appreciate the authenticity.
Characters aren't flat and still seem natural. Story continues to be captivating and entertaining. Unlike a lot of series this is not going flat and being dragged out to make more books. Officers and enlisted seem accurate and not everyone is a glittering war hero; appreciate the authenticity.
December 4, 2023
It is a go thing this scenario takes place in the future. How else do you account for women admirals in the Indian Navy? Or the incredible number of female flags in the American navy.
Still, it's a great read!
Still, it's a great read!
December 13, 2023
Great Series with non stop action
The War of the Submarine series is an action-packed series with a great cast of characters Alex Coleman and his crew of misfits get the job done. Can't wait for book 5@
The War of the Submarine series is an action-packed series with a great cast of characters Alex Coleman and his crew of misfits get the job done. Can't wait for book 5@
December 23, 2023
I usually read one book in a series and then go to another author before coming back to the series. This one has me reading them back to back. Love the overall.plot with the many focus'.
Author is very good, the editor has missed spellings and words but not enough to throw you off.
Author is very good, the editor has missed spellings and words but not enough to throw you off.
June 16, 2024
Great reading!
An entertaining sea rides for sure. Easy reads that capture the spirit of a potential WW 3. Always look forward to having a chance to sit down and continue the adventure!
An entertaining sea rides for sure. Easy reads that capture the spirit of a potential WW 3. Always look forward to having a chance to sit down and continue the adventure!
June 28, 2024
Grea combat action
I was "Old NAVY" Joined in 1959 Spent my time on a Essex class carrier and later on a P2V hunting subs. 6 Navy then 25 years in the Air Force. The series brings back many memories for me and I have thoroughly enjoyed them all.
I was "Old NAVY" Joined in 1959 Spent my time on a Essex class carrier and later on a P2V hunting subs. 6 Navy then 25 years in the Air Force. The series brings back many memories for me and I have thoroughly enjoyed them all.
July 11, 2024
I love these books!!!!!!
For an old veteran like me, I truly enjoy a reading experience that combines great action, inside humor and an author who knows what the fuck he is talking about!!!! All here folks, ENJOY...its.a rare experience worth your time!ll
For an old veteran like me, I truly enjoy a reading experience that combines great action, inside humor and an author who knows what the fuck he is talking about!!!! All here folks, ENJOY...its.a rare experience worth your time!ll
July 29, 2024
fire when ready
It was a good book, never read one about submariner’s life in combat, I am a retiree spec/ops officer so it was kind of boring and too, long. But don’t get me wrong I really enjoyed it. I don’t think I would enjoy a submariner’s life
It was a good book, never read one about submariner’s life in combat, I am a retiree spec/ops officer so it was kind of boring and too, long. But don’t get me wrong I really enjoyed it. I don’t think I would enjoy a submariner’s life
August 13, 2024
Great Story
R.G.Roberts has provided us with another exciting installment of this fascinating Naval tale. Characters are easy to like (or not) and the action is exciting. Look forward to the next!
R.G.Roberts has provided us with another exciting installment of this fascinating Naval tale. Characters are easy to like (or not) and the action is exciting. Look forward to the next!
August 27, 2024
Hope for Better
An exciting story of trying times and poor leadership in the US Navy. The pages will fly by as you read thru the battles and trying situations faced as the Sub war progresses.
An exciting story of trying times and poor leadership in the US Navy. The pages will fly by as you read thru the battles and trying situations faced as the Sub war progresses.
December 27, 2023
good action plot, great read
The book keeps your interest from start to the end. Excellent plot and tough plot line for the good guys to come out ahead. Ready for the next book
The book keeps your interest from start to the end. Excellent plot and tough plot line for the good guys to come out ahead. Ready for the next book
February 16, 2024
Very good series.
June 7, 2024
Fun Read
Good plot and a fun story. A couple of long parts but overall a fast read. Still seeing missing words which can be annoying.
Good plot and a fun story. A couple of long parts but overall a fast read. Still seeing missing words which can be annoying.
September 24, 2024
Very will written weaving several plot lines into a page
Turning read. Very enjoyable
Turning read. Very enjoyable
October 2, 2024
Excellent Story
Great series highlighting the possible difficulties in a future war with multiple countries involved yet un united…. Technology will certainly play a role……
Great series highlighting the possible difficulties in a future war with multiple countries involved yet un united…. Technology will certainly play a role……
October 15, 2024
Enjoyed the story and I've finally got used to all the characters involved; That's taken a while! Looking forward to getting into the next book in the series 'I Will Try'.
August 1, 2025
I am continuing to thoroughly enjoy this series. Its characters become more engaging with every page and the naval details and action are superb.
Highly recommended.
Highly recommended.
October 22, 2025
Loved it.
January 5, 2026
Great
Another Great Boo k in the War of the submarine Series. It is an exciting read with for me easy to follow Story lines.
Another Great Boo k in the War of the submarine Series. It is an exciting read with for me easy to follow Story lines.
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