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Enemy
A silent war has already begun. And humanity’s survival hangs by a thread.
The Bertram Ramsay Space Station was meant to be Earth’s salvation — a final lifeboat for seven million survivors fleeing extinction. But the mission is falling apart.
Two million evacuees remain stranded on Earth. An explosion has crippled the launch. And somewhere aboard the Ramsay, a fanatical enemy is working to ensure the mission fails.
Jaxon Leith is alive — just. Still reeling from the blast that shattered Compression, he’s thrust into the shadows of a new conflict. The Acolytes of Gaia are no longer just a threat — they are embedded, organised, and ready to strike.
As allies fall and betrayals unfold, Jaxon must navigate a brutal game of deception, violence, and sacrifice — all within the fragile walls of Earth’s last hope.
ENEMY is a high-stakes space thriller of sabotage, loyalty, and the razor-thin line between survival and extinction.
The Bertram Ramsay Space Station was meant to be Earth’s salvation — a final lifeboat for seven million survivors fleeing extinction. But the mission is falling apart.
Two million evacuees remain stranded on Earth. An explosion has crippled the launch. And somewhere aboard the Ramsay, a fanatical enemy is working to ensure the mission fails.
Jaxon Leith is alive — just. Still reeling from the blast that shattered Compression, he’s thrust into the shadows of a new conflict. The Acolytes of Gaia are no longer just a threat — they are embedded, organised, and ready to strike.
As allies fall and betrayals unfold, Jaxon must navigate a brutal game of deception, violence, and sacrifice — all within the fragile walls of Earth’s last hope.
ENEMY is a high-stakes space thriller of sabotage, loyalty, and the razor-thin line between survival and extinction.
- GenresScience Fiction
428 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 10, 2024
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About the author
Danny Lenihan
8 books17 followersDanny Lenihan is a British author, former international press photographer, and stand-up comedian. After a near-fatal motorcycle accident in 1993, he rebuilt his life on grit, wit, and storytelling—touring globally for over a decade, appearing on BBC radio, television, and in multiple films, and contributing to publications from national newspapers to Rufus Hound’s hilarious anthology of live comedy; Stand Up Put Downs.
Danny is the founder of the design brand 3 Legged Thing, and currently splits his time between writing speculative and science fiction novels, designing creative tools, and hosting the comedy podcast "Faces for Radio".
He composed the original score for British director Pat Higgins’ debut horror film TrashHouse, and continues to write across multiple formats including novels, short stories, film, and television. His debut novel Rogue (2021) and its follow-up Enemy (2024) have both seen strong critical and commercial success.
He lives in Northamptonshire with his partner, four children, two dogs, one cat, and two vacuum cleaners.
Danny is the founder of the design brand 3 Legged Thing, and currently splits his time between writing speculative and science fiction novels, designing creative tools, and hosting the comedy podcast "Faces for Radio".
He composed the original score for British director Pat Higgins’ debut horror film TrashHouse, and continues to write across multiple formats including novels, short stories, film, and television. His debut novel Rogue (2021) and its follow-up Enemy (2024) have both seen strong critical and commercial success.
He lives in Northamptonshire with his partner, four children, two dogs, one cat, and two vacuum cleaners.
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July 30, 2024
This is a great second part to this interesting dystopian series! I really liked everything, the group of characters, particular the main character, the ideas are good as well as that, it is nicely written, good pace & levels of action, great tension at times! What more can I say, I read it in pretty much one go! I do recommend!
September 10, 2024
Guess who didn't sleep all night because the book was absolutely consuming me from within? It's me.
Enemy picks up where the first book Rogue ends. Now onboard the Bertram Ramsay Space station, Jaxon and his crew must find the people of Acolytes of Gaia hidden amongst them, or else they'll all perish before the Rogue planet hits Earth in four years!
This book was definitely heavy on action. The tone of narration is significantly darker and sombre in comparison to the first book. However I loved how despite everything, the characters retained their humour, personalities and focus on the actual mission at hand. The storyline was always relevant, clues cleverly placed in between lines- some I caught while some eluded me.
The last few chapters were absolutely mind-blowing! I love the development of the characters. There are significant character deaths, almost deaths and almost-almost deaths and they leave you shocked EVERY TIME!
I think Danny Lenihan has a masterpiece story developing and I can't wait to see what the next installment holds for Jaxon and Bertram Ramsey.
Enemy picks up where the first book Rogue ends. Now onboard the Bertram Ramsay Space station, Jaxon and his crew must find the people of Acolytes of Gaia hidden amongst them, or else they'll all perish before the Rogue planet hits Earth in four years!
This book was definitely heavy on action. The tone of narration is significantly darker and sombre in comparison to the first book. However I loved how despite everything, the characters retained their humour, personalities and focus on the actual mission at hand. The storyline was always relevant, clues cleverly placed in between lines- some I caught while some eluded me.
The last few chapters were absolutely mind-blowing! I love the development of the characters. There are significant character deaths, almost deaths and almost-almost deaths and they leave you shocked EVERY TIME!
I think Danny Lenihan has a masterpiece story developing and I can't wait to see what the next installment holds for Jaxon and Bertram Ramsey.
September 25, 2024
I want to thank Booksprout and the author for providing me with an advanced review copy of this book.
I found the book to be an interesting and engaging who done it. It is book 2 in the series, which based on the ending is slated to continue. Although, technically it's a space based adventure it felt that that was mostly secondary and peripheral to the main goal of following the twists and turns, and solving the crime involved. Plenty of betrayals and thrilling moments with misdirection and surprises. A nice diverting escape with a decent mix of action.
I found the book to be an interesting and engaging who done it. It is book 2 in the series, which based on the ending is slated to continue. Although, technically it's a space based adventure it felt that that was mostly secondary and peripheral to the main goal of following the twists and turns, and solving the crime involved. Plenty of betrayals and thrilling moments with misdirection and surprises. A nice diverting escape with a decent mix of action.
September 6, 2024
I really enjoyed the second installment of Jaxon Leith’s story. Now transferred to the Bertram Ramsey, he and the team are still trying to track down the infiltrators from the sinister Acolytes of Gaia, and rescue the family of Brian Latimer (you need to read Rogue first if this doesn’t mean anything to you).
Plenty of action in this second book in the series, and I’m keen to read the next!
Plenty of action in this second book in the series, and I’m keen to read the next!
December 20, 2025
Great storyline
I’ve always loved books that switch between multiple POV, but Lenihan does it so flawlessly and we’re able to know which character we are following
I’ve always loved books that switch between multiple POV, but Lenihan does it so flawlessly and we’re able to know which character we are following
July 25, 2024
This book did not disappoint; I think it was just the sequel I was imagining, but I do have some notes.
Just like the first book it wasn't short of action and suspense: my heart was racing the entire time and had to physically put down the book because I was holding my breath trying to read as fast as I could.
I'm very proud of myself for figuring out almost immediately who was who (I'm really trying not to spoil anything here) AND I have a few theories myself, I might come back and edit this review after the book is released BECAUSE MY MIND WAS RACING THROUGH ALL DIFFERENT SCENARIOS.
The only thing it lacked to me was the emotional connection. It seemed to me that the emotional aspects were a little left behind concentrating more on the details of the world building and action. Outside of work or brief moments we don't see the characters interact for just enjoying spending time together, or when they do it's interrupted by some tragic reveal.
I would have loved to see more of the original characters and maybe have them play a role, mostly to have actual proof of what they're like. For example, when Jaxon goes through each of them trying to understand whether one of them was betraying him, he says he couldn't imagine some of them doing it BUT I could only trust his word and couldn't believe it myself because I haden't read a lot about them. That might be because Jaxon is a massive loner, but I think that's about to change.
I do appreciate the great details put into the world building and the very detailed action scenes; did I actually understand those pages on gravity and space physics? Absolutely not, could have written anything I would have believed it. BUT PLEASE MORE ABOUT THE CHARACTERS' DEVELOPMENT.
Nonetheless I am going to keep reading, I need to know who else is involved.
Just like the first book it wasn't short of action and suspense: my heart was racing the entire time and had to physically put down the book because I was holding my breath trying to read as fast as I could.
I'm very proud of myself for figuring out almost immediately who was who (I'm really trying not to spoil anything here) AND I have a few theories myself, I might come back and edit this review after the book is released BECAUSE MY MIND WAS RACING THROUGH ALL DIFFERENT SCENARIOS.
The only thing it lacked to me was the emotional connection. It seemed to me that the emotional aspects were a little left behind concentrating more on the details of the world building and action. Outside of work or brief moments we don't see the characters interact for just enjoying spending time together, or when they do it's interrupted by some tragic reveal.
I would have loved to see more of the original characters and maybe have them play a role, mostly to have actual proof of what they're like. For example, when Jaxon goes through each of them trying to understand whether one of them was betraying him, he says he couldn't imagine some of them doing it BUT I could only trust his word and couldn't believe it myself because I haden't read a lot about them. That might be because Jaxon is a massive loner, but I think that's about to change.
I do appreciate the great details put into the world building and the very detailed action scenes; did I actually understand those pages on gravity and space physics? Absolutely not, could have written anything I would have believed it. BUT PLEASE MORE ABOUT THE CHARACTERS' DEVELOPMENT.
Nonetheless I am going to keep reading, I need to know who else is involved.
September 12, 2024
"Enemy", book 2 of the Rogue series picks up where the first novel ended. The pacing is fast, there are plot twists a plenty and the near future world crated in "Rogue" is expanded upon. The protagonist (Jaxon) finds himself in the middle of one crisis after another. Humanity's last hope for survival is an enormous space vehicle named the Bertram Ramsey. It is a marvel of engineering, but the shadowy AoG is determined to destroy it. An act of sabotage means that the AoG must have infiltrated the ship, but worse than that, it becomes apparent that there must be a traitor amongst the crew. Who to trust? how to stop the AoG? what will be the cost? Jaxon must use his wits and intuition to unmask the traitor and try to save the ship. Complex world-building, rich characters, and a great story make this a real page turner.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 10, 2024
What an absolutely excellent story! A brilliant sequel to the previous book, and although in some aspects it is similar, in others it had a very different feel.
The similarities were, without risking any spoilers, having to find out who was sabotaging, amongst other elements. However, the totally different feel came from having a much larger habitat - a whole large space station, rather than the cloistered and claustrophobic training buildings.
And so we ended up with a very different kind of story, with, for someone like me who adores physics and maths, a fantastic time visualising and, in my head, inhabiting this magnificent space station.
The author had obviously put a great deal of time and effort to make his creation ‘work’, and I applaud him for having done so.
There was also plenty of action and a glorious number of twists and turns to the story. I certainly couldn’t put it down!
The similarities were, without risking any spoilers, having to find out who was sabotaging, amongst other elements. However, the totally different feel came from having a much larger habitat - a whole large space station, rather than the cloistered and claustrophobic training buildings.
And so we ended up with a very different kind of story, with, for someone like me who adores physics and maths, a fantastic time visualising and, in my head, inhabiting this magnificent space station.
The author had obviously put a great deal of time and effort to make his creation ‘work’, and I applaud him for having done so.
There was also plenty of action and a glorious number of twists and turns to the story. I certainly couldn’t put it down!
August 14, 2024
Absolutely pulsating sequel to the excellent Rogue. It's not essential that you read Rogue before you read Enemy but it's thoroughly recommended. Enemy is an excellent story in and of itself but together with Rogue you get the full scope of protagonist Jaxon Leith's thrilling journey from 'just a guy' in the Bleeds to THE guy in the most important investigation in the history of humanity, as well as the BRAF.
There is suspense from beginning to end twists that will keep you on your toes all the way through.
The world building is top notch, as are the descriptions of the science fiction elements which, despite being set more than 200 years in the future, you will have no problem visualising.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
There is suspense from beginning to end twists that will keep you on your toes all the way through.
The world building is top notch, as are the descriptions of the science fiction elements which, despite being set more than 200 years in the future, you will have no problem visualising.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 10, 2024
Enemy is book 2 of the Rogue series, a space thriller filled with intrigue, betrayal and unbreakable bonds.
Enemy starts right where Rogue left of, and we're in the middle of it all. Jaxon is still recovering, he and his teammates have been adjusting to life on the Bertram Ramsay and all its obstacles and possibilities.
"With no expectations, there can be no failure."
From the start I got that feeling of being constantly on edge, from beginning till end. I was constantly trying to figure out who might be part of the AoG, who was undercover, who did what, and every time Jaxon included someone in his investigation, assuming that person could be trusted, I was like wait… are you certain? Is that smart? Can you really trust them?
And every time someone was saying something I was like "yeah…. but are you for real or do you just want me to think you are and are just hiding in plain sight"?
And then there were these violent, disgusting and horrific moments… they made my skin crawl. I was actually physically unwell for a couple of heartbeats after reading them. But even those moments has the investigator part of me actively working with Jaxon and his crew mates, trying to find the perpetrators.
Suffice to say that the entire book was a rollercoaster and had me engaged the entire time. I also felt like I was in space, a passenger with Jaxon in his red October, flying and admiring the Bertram Ramsay and earth. Running around with Laura and Amanda, having a drink with all of them and joining the meetings of the pilots and higher up lieutenants.
There are a lot of abbreviations for all the different sites and fields and workplaces, which was sometimes a bit confusing. And then there are the more than realistic descriptions of space flight, orbit, gravitational circumstances etc etc. And mind you, my sense of dimension is practically zero to none, but Danny describes everything in a such a way that even I dare say I get the basics of it, so kudos to you Danny.
World-building was again top notch, some zones on the Bertram sounded even better than the real ones on earth. And even though it is just the Bertram, space and earth, it just feels really enormous, like taking a hike on vacation and discovering new places.
A space opera with a malevolent group out for destruction, a tight knit group of friends, some (dark) humor in just the right places, a touch of murder mystery and CSI, a couple of really gruesome scenes, and an ending that will leave you feeling breathless and wanting more. Loved reading it and looking forward to more!
Thanks to the author Danny Lenihan for giving me the opportunity to read this ARC. I read this book as an ARC reader but my opinions are my own and my review is voluntarily.
Enemy starts right where Rogue left of, and we're in the middle of it all. Jaxon is still recovering, he and his teammates have been adjusting to life on the Bertram Ramsay and all its obstacles and possibilities.
"With no expectations, there can be no failure."
From the start I got that feeling of being constantly on edge, from beginning till end. I was constantly trying to figure out who might be part of the AoG, who was undercover, who did what, and every time Jaxon included someone in his investigation, assuming that person could be trusted, I was like wait… are you certain? Is that smart? Can you really trust them?
And every time someone was saying something I was like "yeah…. but are you for real or do you just want me to think you are and are just hiding in plain sight"?
And then there were these violent, disgusting and horrific moments… they made my skin crawl. I was actually physically unwell for a couple of heartbeats after reading them. But even those moments has the investigator part of me actively working with Jaxon and his crew mates, trying to find the perpetrators.
Suffice to say that the entire book was a rollercoaster and had me engaged the entire time. I also felt like I was in space, a passenger with Jaxon in his red October, flying and admiring the Bertram Ramsay and earth. Running around with Laura and Amanda, having a drink with all of them and joining the meetings of the pilots and higher up lieutenants.
There are a lot of abbreviations for all the different sites and fields and workplaces, which was sometimes a bit confusing. And then there are the more than realistic descriptions of space flight, orbit, gravitational circumstances etc etc. And mind you, my sense of dimension is practically zero to none, but Danny describes everything in a such a way that even I dare say I get the basics of it, so kudos to you Danny.
World-building was again top notch, some zones on the Bertram sounded even better than the real ones on earth. And even though it is just the Bertram, space and earth, it just feels really enormous, like taking a hike on vacation and discovering new places.
A space opera with a malevolent group out for destruction, a tight knit group of friends, some (dark) humor in just the right places, a touch of murder mystery and CSI, a couple of really gruesome scenes, and an ending that will leave you feeling breathless and wanting more. Loved reading it and looking forward to more!
Thanks to the author Danny Lenihan for giving me the opportunity to read this ARC. I read this book as an ARC reader but my opinions are my own and my review is voluntarily.
December 7, 2024
Enemy picks up where Rogue left off. Jaxon is recovering from the explosion that was caused by an act of sabotage. Now he's on the Bertram-Ramsay, but there is still a AoG saboteur that needs to be found before they doom all humans.
I though the Rogue was twisty but Enemy had so many twists that I could hardly keep up. It was like riding the twistiest roller-coaster ever that at times it left me breathless wondering what was going to happen next, and just who will survive.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I though the Rogue was twisty but Enemy had so many twists that I could hardly keep up. It was like riding the twistiest roller-coaster ever that at times it left me breathless wondering what was going to happen next, and just who will survive.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 11, 2024
Enemy picks up where the first book Rogue ends. Everything was done well from the character development to the world building to the plot. If dystopian sci-fi is your thing I recommend these books you can’t go wrong.
This one is an action packed and full of suspense from the start right to the end of the book. So get ready for this roller coaster ride. Oh my the last few chapters will blow your mind.
This one is an action packed and full of suspense from the start right to the end of the book. So get ready for this roller coaster ride. Oh my the last few chapters will blow your mind.
September 8, 2024
This was a page-turner for me. I could not put it down.
It is a fast-paced story. Things are happening on humanity's last hope to survive as a species. There is a religious group that resorts to treason and terrorism to destroy humans. A group of people who are trying to stop a disaster from happening.
It is a fast-paced story. Things are happening on humanity's last hope to survive as a species. There is a religious group that resorts to treason and terrorism to destroy humans. A group of people who are trying to stop a disaster from happening.
October 15, 2024
This was a fantastic sequel! The world is so so cool and just immediately puts you into an uneasy headspace (in the best way!) the suspense is so so good! This is a thriller that has it all! Action,secrets,a cult,a civilization ending event and 1 man having to make the hardest choice for the greatest good!!! The characters are sooo soo well done! This was a fantastic thriller!
June 30, 2024
Omg I loved it!!!!! Seriously, it's incredible. The characters, the world building, the insane twists! It's this person it's that person, no wait - it's someone else. Or is it that other person after all?
Man, it's just masterful. This is storytelling at its best.
Man, it's just masterful. This is storytelling at its best.
September 13, 2024
Great entertaining story, fast paced, had a Heinlein style vibe to the writing.
Only downside was some of the dialogue and interaction was not great especially in Rogue.
Look forward to seeing more from this author.
Only downside was some of the dialogue and interaction was not great especially in Rogue.
Look forward to seeing more from this author.
December 28, 2025
moves along
Lenihan can spin a tale, for sure. Lots of action, intrigue and believable [to a point] characters. I'm looking forward to the next installment and am praying to the Bertram that he doesn't f' this up.
Lenihan can spin a tale, for sure. Lots of action, intrigue and believable [to a point] characters. I'm looking forward to the next installment and am praying to the Bertram that he doesn't f' this up.
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