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Rod Quasar #2
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I awoke to find myself thrust into a world transformed beyond recognition.
Now, I must embark on a breathtaking journey that will forever alter my destiny.
Traversing the vast expanse of the cosmos, I find myself perilously close to the swirling abyss of a mesmerizing black hole—an enthralling force that beckons me towards the unknown. Amidst the heart-pounding danger, I stumble upon a clandestine sanctuary brimming with captivating individuals, each possessing their own enigmatic allure.
Among them is the ship's trusty AI, whose ethereal beauty is matched only by her profound wisdom. Alongside her, a gorgeous monster girl lends me her expertise, assisting me in navigating this new reality. And then there's the siren, accompanied by her mesmerizing twin sisters, their shape-shifting abilities captivating my gaze and stirring my desires.
Yet, challenges persist for me. A formidable fleet of relentless killer robots lurks in the shadows, threatening not only my life but also the blossoming connections I endeavor to forge. To triumph over adversity, I must set aside lingering grievances and summon the strength to unite with former adversaries, forming an extraordinary bond that defies all expectations.
Will I unlock the enigmatic secrets of the Acheron system and embrace the extraordinary bonds awaiting me?
Now, I must embark on a breathtaking journey that will forever alter my destiny.
Traversing the vast expanse of the cosmos, I find myself perilously close to the swirling abyss of a mesmerizing black hole—an enthralling force that beckons me towards the unknown. Amidst the heart-pounding danger, I stumble upon a clandestine sanctuary brimming with captivating individuals, each possessing their own enigmatic allure.
Among them is the ship's trusty AI, whose ethereal beauty is matched only by her profound wisdom. Alongside her, a gorgeous monster girl lends me her expertise, assisting me in navigating this new reality. And then there's the siren, accompanied by her mesmerizing twin sisters, their shape-shifting abilities captivating my gaze and stirring my desires.
Yet, challenges persist for me. A formidable fleet of relentless killer robots lurks in the shadows, threatening not only my life but also the blossoming connections I endeavor to forge. To triumph over adversity, I must set aside lingering grievances and summon the strength to unite with former adversaries, forming an extraordinary bond that defies all expectations.
Will I unlock the enigmatic secrets of the Acheron system and embrace the extraordinary bonds awaiting me?
329 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 30, 2023
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August 31, 2023
Good relationships, bad scifi -Note to author
There are inconsistancies, convoluted "science" that makes less than no sense, and actual contradicting background for the world. The most annoying "science" surrounded the H-Queen. It was clear that things were aloud/enabled to happen soley for a specific conflict pattern and plot line. Otherwise the progression of the H-Queen doesn't make even THAT much sense. Not to mention the inernal inconsistancies (science this time).
[Also, the author is squigly on his understanding on time diolation but I give it a pass since it's less important for this story and most people put even less effort into it than he did.]
Despite all of that I gave it 4 stars. Why? Amazon. LOL. That and the interpersonal relationships really shone through in this book. I adore all his close relationships. The thing with his ex isn't quite as well done but still good.
My advice to the author?
Continue to develop how you write relationships and emotions. That's your strong point. Be carefull with scifi. You have a tendency to ignore (or forget your own previously stated) logistics of how things work/were designed and how that should have developed in your own timeline.
(An example of previously stated things being contradicted is how the two species percieved and treated their AI's. Double check the first book, they don't fit.)
One major plot hole was how the H-Queen went from being a formidable danger to an unstopable force with far less time than she spent in that solar system, as opposed to how long she fought them. How did she get FTL anyway? Didn't they blow those cores? Otherwise why was she still there? And still as the moderate level of threat as opposed to what she turned into as they were fighting her. She was already there for hunderds of years wasn't she? (or am I mis-remembering?)
The problems are things like that. Fixable for sure but it made it hard for me to finish the book when the bad guy would just pull out some new gimick if the fight was going to end too quickly or smoothly. The need for things to end badly and then not every time is annoying. Can't victories be smooth AND not glossed over?
Also had mixed feelings about the epilogue's format. Loved the kids but did it really work with this story? And on a major cliffhanger?
There are inconsistancies, convoluted "science" that makes less than no sense, and actual contradicting background for the world. The most annoying "science" surrounded the H-Queen. It was clear that things were aloud/enabled to happen soley for a specific conflict pattern and plot line. Otherwise the progression of the H-Queen doesn't make even THAT much sense. Not to mention the inernal inconsistancies (science this time).
[Also, the author is squigly on his understanding on time diolation but I give it a pass since it's less important for this story and most people put even less effort into it than he did.]
Despite all of that I gave it 4 stars. Why? Amazon. LOL. That and the interpersonal relationships really shone through in this book. I adore all his close relationships. The thing with his ex isn't quite as well done but still good.
My advice to the author?
Continue to develop how you write relationships and emotions. That's your strong point. Be carefull with scifi. You have a tendency to ignore (or forget your own previously stated) logistics of how things work/were designed and how that should have developed in your own timeline.
(An example of previously stated things being contradicted is how the two species percieved and treated their AI's. Double check the first book, they don't fit.)
One major plot hole was how the H-Queen went from being a formidable danger to an unstopable force with far less time than she spent in that solar system, as opposed to how long she fought them. How did she get FTL anyway? Didn't they blow those cores? Otherwise why was she still there? And still as the moderate level of threat as opposed to what she turned into as they were fighting her. She was already there for hunderds of years wasn't she? (or am I mis-remembering?)
The problems are things like that. Fixable for sure but it made it hard for me to finish the book when the bad guy would just pull out some new gimick if the fight was going to end too quickly or smoothly. The need for things to end badly and then not every time is annoying. Can't victories be smooth AND not glossed over?
Also had mixed feelings about the epilogue's format. Loved the kids but did it really work with this story? And on a major cliffhanger?
July 9, 2023
Good but ended too soon
This was a good book overall but I feel the author rushed the ending just to be done. You get no final battle just the writer info dump what happened. Galaxy saved, lot and lots and LOTS of children and then poof....done.....thanks for reading. It felt like tired writing. It felt like a lazy ending....Sorry I don't recommend because of this.
This was a good book overall but I feel the author rushed the ending just to be done. You get no final battle just the writer info dump what happened. Galaxy saved, lot and lots and LOTS of children and then poof....done.....thanks for reading. It felt like tired writing. It felt like a lazy ending....Sorry I don't recommend because of this.
July 10, 2023
Flash Gordon with a harem.
Rod Quasar, what a name, what man, what a mess he is in. Beautiful women, sexy AIs, and robotic psychopath wanting to exterminate all organic life. Just another day in the life of a hero, who says he is not a hero. Hopefully there will be more adventures with Captain Rod Quasar soon.
Rod Quasar, what a name, what man, what a mess he is in. Beautiful women, sexy AIs, and robotic psychopath wanting to exterminate all organic life. Just another day in the life of a hero, who says he is not a hero. Hopefully there will be more adventures with Captain Rod Quasar soon.
July 18, 2023
4.5 stars, even stronger than book 1. Quite enjoyed it, although there is a weird skip-ahead at the end, so I'm not sure what that means for the series. Could be a particularly lame way to end things (if so this review will be retconned to a 4), but it seems unlikely. Not sure how this is going to work, but I'm giving the author the benefit of the doubt for the moment.
October 21, 2023
Things are never easy!
The mental stress that is part of combat will do more harm than a bullet, if you let it. PTSD, even in fiction, is no laughing matter. I think you handled the subject well and with some understanding. I think the humor is one of the best things in this book, but does he really need all this royalty.
The mental stress that is part of combat will do more harm than a bullet, if you let it. PTSD, even in fiction, is no laughing matter. I think you handled the subject well and with some understanding. I think the humor is one of the best things in this book, but does he really need all this royalty.
January 24, 2024
A really great science fiction adventure!!!
Wow!!! What a crazy wonderful sci fi adventure with a perfect blend of soft and hard!!! I for one can't wait to see what comes next for this family of adventures!!!!
Wow!!! What a crazy wonderful sci fi adventure with a perfect blend of soft and hard!!! I for one can't wait to see what comes next for this family of adventures!!!!
June 18, 2024
This series doesn't take itself too seriously, and neither do i, but occasionally it's annoying how the grandness of the galaxy and even solar systems is lost in the story, and everything seems much smaller. But i guess Star Wars was no different.
August 26, 2025
rhestormrider
Just finished books 1-2 Audible I surely do recommend that you do need to read this humorous, exciting tale of a hero and the rewards from his mates for being a bad ass good guy on to the 3rd Book
Just finished books 1-2 Audible I surely do recommend that you do need to read this humorous, exciting tale of a hero and the rewards from his mates for being a bad ass good guy on to the 3rd Book
September 6, 2023
Fantastic!
Fantastic book! I loved this book! Such amazing character development. I simply can not wait for the next book to come out!
Fantastic book! I loved this book! Such amazing character development. I simply can not wait for the next book to come out!
October 4, 2023
Outstanding and just getting better
I loved this book even more than the first one. I am chomping at the bit for the next one.
I loved this book even more than the first one. I am chomping at the bit for the next one.
December 8, 2023
Good series
I enjoyed this book just as much as the first. It has humor, spice and combat. Looking forward to reading the next book.
I enjoyed this book just as much as the first. It has humor, spice and combat. Looking forward to reading the next book.
April 2, 2025
Great read 👍
I thoroughly enjoyed it. I sincerely hope that the rest of you out there enjoy it as much as I did.
I thoroughly enjoyed it. I sincerely hope that the rest of you out there enjoy it as much as I did.
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