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What is the Phoenix Fallacy? Is it something as simple as a lost truth, one that man was too foolish to remember? Or is it something as dangerous as an idea, one that makes fools of men?
In a world dominated by Cerberus Corporation, few have the opportunity to find out. But deep in the slums of Cerberus, a young man dreams of more. For Janus, as he is known, has the wits to stand out, and the mouth to get noticed.
And when he is grabbed by Cerberus Security and sold to a mercenary legion, a journey begins that will ultimately lead to his discovery about the dark secrets hidden within the highest echelons of Cerberus, and within himself. For Janus is no ordinary youth, and history has lessons only for those who listen to its teachings.
But Janus won’t be taking the journey alone. Joining him will be the other new cadets of ODIN Celes, the kind but mysterious sniper; Lyn, the wisecracking and cheerful scout; Ramirez, the insightful yet reserved heavy gunner; and Marcus, the cunning and confident Security Trooper. And all of them will be guided by the tough-as-nails Sergeant Wouris, who has her own battles to fight.
Even with their help, the question will Janus learn the nature of the Phoenix Fallacy before it costs him, or his squad, their lives?
In a world dominated by Cerberus Corporation, few have the opportunity to find out. But deep in the slums of Cerberus, a young man dreams of more. For Janus, as he is known, has the wits to stand out, and the mouth to get noticed.
And when he is grabbed by Cerberus Security and sold to a mercenary legion, a journey begins that will ultimately lead to his discovery about the dark secrets hidden within the highest echelons of Cerberus, and within himself. For Janus is no ordinary youth, and history has lessons only for those who listen to its teachings.
But Janus won’t be taking the journey alone. Joining him will be the other new cadets of ODIN Celes, the kind but mysterious sniper; Lyn, the wisecracking and cheerful scout; Ramirez, the insightful yet reserved heavy gunner; and Marcus, the cunning and confident Security Trooper. And all of them will be guided by the tough-as-nails Sergeant Wouris, who has her own battles to fight.
Even with their help, the question will Janus learn the nature of the Phoenix Fallacy before it costs him, or his squad, their lives?
236 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 27, 2013
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May 25, 2018
Exceptional read.
Reading this book reminded me of the reason I joined the Army and went to Vietnam when I could have sat at home and done nothing. I found this book to be one of the best I have read lately. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys reading a story that you just can' put down until it is finished.
Reading this book reminded me of the reason I joined the Army and went to Vietnam when I could have sat at home and done nothing. I found this book to be one of the best I have read lately. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys reading a story that you just can' put down until it is finished.
August 6, 2013
Well, I'm the author, so of course I think it's amazing. But I'm proud of this book, and feel I can recommend it to anyone. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!
August 15, 2018
Sourbeer does it again, for the first time.
But seriously, I enjoyed reading the first book in the trilogy and look forward to the next two. If you enjoy sci-fi of the military/mercenary variety you should read this book.
But seriously, I enjoyed reading the first book in the trilogy and look forward to the next two. If you enjoy sci-fi of the military/mercenary variety you should read this book.
December 22, 2013
This book is set in a dystopian society ruled by the different corporations, whose names are based around different mythologies. The main character of this story, Janus, has lived in the slums of the Cerberus Corporation all his life. One day, he is summoned to the too level of the corporation by his mother's employer, Overlord Middleton. She tells Janus that he is being sold and will become a Mercenary. At first, this puts Janus and his mother up in arms, but once Janus had gone, he realized that becoming a merc wasn't a bad thing.
In the flying city of Valhalla, Janus trains hard alongside his fellow cadets, training to become a full-fledged merc, or an adept, as they call themselves.
I really enjoyed this book, more than I though I was going to. I can't wait to get my hands on the second book in the trilogy, The Phoenix Fallacy Book II: Norm, which came out on Friday.
Jon Sourbeer came to speak to my class about his book and what it means to self-publish on Thursday. He's a truly amazing man. My friend and I also had the chance to stay after everyone else left to speak with him one on one. We talked about our favorite times to write and some of the books we find inspirational.
I think everyone should go get this book, especially since the first is only $2.99 on Amazon right now!
In the flying city of Valhalla, Janus trains hard alongside his fellow cadets, training to become a full-fledged merc, or an adept, as they call themselves.
I really enjoyed this book, more than I though I was going to. I can't wait to get my hands on the second book in the trilogy, The Phoenix Fallacy Book II: Norm, which came out on Friday.
Jon Sourbeer came to speak to my class about his book and what it means to self-publish on Thursday. He's a truly amazing man. My friend and I also had the chance to stay after everyone else left to speak with him one on one. We talked about our favorite times to write and some of the books we find inspirational.
I think everyone should go get this book, especially since the first is only $2.99 on Amazon right now!
October 7, 2013
This book really surprised me - I'm more of a paranormal reader than a sci fi reader buy - I absolutely loved it and cannot wait for the next one. This book created such a strong visual of the world the characters live in and I quickly got sucked into the story. Only issue was the typos I found but seriously the story was good enough to overlook it!
January 23, 2014
I really LOVED this book! It was a little hard to follow in the beginning, but that because it was unfamiliar setting and atmosphere. But as the book went on, you really get into it and LOVE LOVE LOVE it. I can't wait to read Book 2!!!
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