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Terran Scout Fleet #7
Ghosts
Marine Corps Captain Jacob Brown and his battlesynth partner, Tin Man, were on their own…
The pair have been in the wind aboard their ship, Boneshaker, since they uncovered a great conspiracy. The Cridal Premier, Seeladas Dalton, had been replaced by a cybernetic imposter and now Jacob has discovered that the deception goes much deeper.
Leaders on Earth and even within the Eshquarian Empire are acting… odd. Even the commander of Scout Fleet, Admiral Marcus Webb, is not quite himself lately. Jacob and Tin Man now have no safe harbor, no support, and no idea what to do.
If no one is who they seem…
…who do you trust?
The pair have been in the wind aboard their ship, Boneshaker, since they uncovered a great conspiracy. The Cridal Premier, Seeladas Dalton, had been replaced by a cybernetic imposter and now Jacob has discovered that the deception goes much deeper.
Leaders on Earth and even within the Eshquarian Empire are acting… odd. Even the commander of Scout Fleet, Admiral Marcus Webb, is not quite himself lately. Jacob and Tin Man now have no safe harbor, no support, and no idea what to do.
If no one is who they seem…
…who do you trust?
268 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 17, 2025
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March 26, 2025
Excellent continuation of what is an enjoyable series
April 7, 2025
A good storyline
The whole book is a continuation from the last book and gets the whole storyline further along
The team split up and have separate but related missions that help Humanity and The Arc remains one step ahead of the bad guys, who we at last have a name for
The bad guys existence is explained and if true brings in another thread and potentially another enemy
Would not be surprised is one set of bad guys are defeated, just as the new ones come along
Overall nicely done, enough action to keep you turning the pages and enough intrigue to keep the brain thinking
The whole book is a continuation from the last book and gets the whole storyline further along
The team split up and have separate but related missions that help Humanity and The Arc remains one step ahead of the bad guys, who we at last have a name for
The bad guys existence is explained and if true brings in another thread and potentially another enemy
Would not be surprised is one set of bad guys are defeated, just as the new ones come along
Overall nicely done, enough action to keep you turning the pages and enough intrigue to keep the brain thinking
May 1, 2025
A few hints
The changes come faster as Jacob and Tim Man go out on extended missions without the rest of the team. After the ambush at what was considered a safe base, Sully has decided to take on a track leading to his becoming an officer. Murphy became a paraplegic due to his injuries from the ambush. However, he winds up connecting with an unexpected source which may have long term consequences for his health.
The devious nature of the powers behind the replacement of important people in high places is slowly becoming evident. The team finds a name for them but few details. But at least they can begin the search…
The changes come faster as Jacob and Tim Man go out on extended missions without the rest of the team. After the ambush at what was considered a safe base, Sully has decided to take on a track leading to his becoming an officer. Murphy became a paraplegic due to his injuries from the ambush. However, he winds up connecting with an unexpected source which may have long term consequences for his health.
The devious nature of the powers behind the replacement of important people in high places is slowly becoming evident. The team finds a name for them but few details. But at least they can begin the search…
July 3, 2025
consistently high-quality storytelling
Omega Force and Terran Scout Fleet are two of the best series I’ve read, and I read a lot. Each book seems like a major blockbuster 80s action movie married to one or another more dramatic genre, put to page with much more care than I see in most of my other series. This one is no exception, with a good mix of action and Spy Stuff throughout to keep it interesting on every page.
Omega Force and Terran Scout Fleet are two of the best series I’ve read, and I read a lot. Each book seems like a major blockbuster 80s action movie married to one or another more dramatic genre, put to page with much more care than I see in most of my other series. This one is no exception, with a good mix of action and Spy Stuff throughout to keep it interesting on every page.
July 12, 2025
Awesome
This series is truly captivating, engaging, and hard to put down once she start reading. Even with book 7 completed, I’m not ready to end the adventure. Would like to see more as the story develops. What is the Synod truly afraid of, is the threat real? If the threat is real, how does the mishmash of various power scattered throughout the known universe and systems fight this threat.
This series is truly captivating, engaging, and hard to put down once she start reading. Even with book 7 completed, I’m not ready to end the adventure. Would like to see more as the story develops. What is the Synod truly afraid of, is the threat real? If the threat is real, how does the mishmash of various power scattered throughout the known universe and systems fight this threat.
April 19, 2025
loved getting to see Jacob grow in tactics
Enjoyed Jacob and Tin Man teaming up alone to defeat a group intent on taking over not just Earth but much of the universe. Also appreciated the team trying to get Murph back in the group after his last assignment. Looking forward to the next book
Enjoyed Jacob and Tin Man teaming up alone to defeat a group intent on taking over not just Earth but much of the universe. Also appreciated the team trying to get Murph back in the group after his last assignment. Looking forward to the next book
May 5, 2025
Any book by Joshua Datzette is a must read!
This book about the Terran Scout Fleet is simply ‘Genius’ in the way it is written! I am at a point now where I believe any Scout Fleet book makes for excellent reading and I highly recommend it to all reading ages and both genders! They are books to be read and enjoyed!
This book about the Terran Scout Fleet is simply ‘Genius’ in the way it is written! I am at a point now where I believe any Scout Fleet book makes for excellent reading and I highly recommend it to all reading ages and both genders! They are books to be read and enjoyed!
July 2, 2025
as usual….excellent
A gamble on a new author years ago has become countdowns to getting to read. While I know good things don’t last forever, as much as I love Jason and Lucky, I feel the same way with Jake and Tinman. Still patiently waiting for a full fledged lot 700 avengers fight lol.
A gamble on a new author years ago has become countdowns to getting to read. While I know good things don’t last forever, as much as I love Jason and Lucky, I feel the same way with Jake and Tinman. Still patiently waiting for a full fledged lot 700 avengers fight lol.
December 7, 2025
I've enjoyed all of the books in the series along with the Omega Force books. Dalzelle keeps me entertained throughout. The only real knock on this one was it seemed to finish quickly and maybe a little easily, but that could just be because of how it is setting up the next book in the series. Overall, I highly recommend all of these books.
March 21, 2025
Joshua does it again
As usual Joshua hits it out of the park with the latest Terran Scout Fleet installment. Can't wait for the next one. What happens with Murph? Can the boys keep Vox safe?
As usual Joshua hits it out of the park with the latest Terran Scout Fleet installment. Can't wait for the next one. What happens with Murph? Can the boys keep Vox safe?
March 23, 2025
As the rest of the Scout team return home, Jacob Brown and Tinman have gone looking for answers. With copies replacing high ranking people, what is the end game and can it be stopped. Good book, already looking forward to the concluding book in the series.
March 29, 2025
Stellar as usual
This series just keeps getting better and better. The careful integration of the overall story with OF is masterful. As always the dialogue and interactions between characters sparkles and delights. Wish I could give it 7 stars.
This series just keeps getting better and better. The careful integration of the overall story with OF is masterful. As always the dialogue and interactions between characters sparkles and delights. Wish I could give it 7 stars.
April 17, 2025
Great book
This series keeps getting better and better. I just love it. The storyline is wonderful, and the characters are so craze good. This and OF are best syfi books I have every read. Can't wait for the next two books!!!!!!
This series keeps getting better and better. I just love it. The storyline is wonderful, and the characters are so craze good. This and OF are best syfi books I have every read. Can't wait for the next two books!!!!!!
April 23, 2025
Ghosts
Awesome read! Loved how the scout team became divided and still got things accomplished! And how Jason Burke came and helped Jacob and Tin Man! And it appears that Murphy is going to be back on track and healthier then ever! Faint wait for the next read!
Awesome read! Loved how the scout team became divided and still got things accomplished! And how Jason Burke came and helped Jacob and Tin Man! And it appears that Murphy is going to be back on track and healthier then ever! Faint wait for the next read!
April 23, 2025
Getting better and better
This series has grown into one of the best series of science fiction that I have read the characters have developed and are very relatable this and it's parent series are fantastic.I can't wait for the next book
This series has grown into one of the best series of science fiction that I have read the characters have developed and are very relatable this and it's parent series are fantastic.I can't wait for the next book
April 28, 2025
Hard hitting
This book is a really good piece of writing. The editor needs to be yeeted out an airlock, but the story telling is crisp and it feels fast-paced. Time gaps are used really well to give it a suspenseful feel that a doppelganger is going to ruin the best-laid plans.
This book is a really good piece of writing. The editor needs to be yeeted out an airlock, but the story telling is crisp and it feels fast-paced. Time gaps are used really well to give it a suspenseful feel that a doppelganger is going to ruin the best-laid plans.
May 5, 2025
One of the best in this series so far, non stop action one way or another. There is no doubt that there are a few more books to come and I look forward to reading what happens next, plus I want to find out what happens to Murph
May 14, 2025
when does the next one come out?
The characters are easy to love, or hate. I found myself rooting hard for our augmented hero(s) and can’t wait to see them conquer another series of insurmountable challenges.
The characters are easy to love, or hate. I found myself rooting hard for our augmented hero(s) and can’t wait to see them conquer another series of insurmountable challenges.
May 22, 2025
Another great book
This series just keeps getting better. Great characters, great story line. I just wish Josh would write faster. He just announced the story line(s) for 20 more books.
This series just keeps getting better. Great characters, great story line. I just wish Josh would write faster. He just announced the story line(s) for 20 more books.
August 1, 2025
Always good
Always have enjoyed both the father and son series. Good plots, good action, and good writing that keeps you entertained. Ready for the next in series for both father and son.
Always have enjoyed both the father and son series. Good plots, good action, and good writing that keeps you entertained. Ready for the next in series for both father and son.
December 25, 2025
A fast paced good book
This was a good fast paced book in the series. The characters are the seemingly more lucky than smart people as in the previous books. More growth occurs as more happens to them. Looking forward to the next book.
This was a good fast paced book in the series. The characters are the seemingly more lucky than smart people as in the previous books. More growth occurs as more happens to them. Looking forward to the next book.
March 23, 2025
Great Read
I throughly enjoyed this book. It had a good story line kept me interested throughout the entire story. I recommend reading this book.
I throughly enjoyed this book. It had a good story line kept me interested throughout the entire story. I recommend reading this book.
March 24, 2025
Amazing As Always
If you haven't read this series of Omega Force, start now. Start with Omega Force them look up where this series meshes in. You won't be disappointed.
If you haven't read this series of Omega Force, start now. Start with Omega Force them look up where this series meshes in. You won't be disappointed.
March 31, 2025
Great book
This was one of the best in the series So far. Fast paced and kept me interested the whole time
This was one of the best in the series So far. Fast paced and kept me interested the whole time
April 1, 2025
Ghosts review
The author tells a good story but lacks an editor. There are several misused and misplaced words in the book. A more careful reading is needed before publishing.
The author tells a good story but lacks an editor. There are several misused and misplaced words in the book. A more careful reading is needed before publishing.
April 6, 2025
one of the best
I really enjoyed this book I can’t recommend enough it has a lot of evolving story lines can’t wait for the next one
I really enjoyed this book I can’t recommend enough it has a lot of evolving story lines can’t wait for the next one
April 8, 2025
always a wild ride
Enjoyable read every time! Nonstop action and delightful banter between Tin Man and Jacob. Great characters through out the series
Enjoyable read every time! Nonstop action and delightful banter between Tin Man and Jacob. Great characters through out the series
April 9, 2025
great story
Good writing and an interesting story. Really enjoying the series. Looking forward to reading the coming books in the series.
Good writing and an interesting story. Really enjoying the series. Looking forward to reading the coming books in the series.
April 13, 2025
Excellent
7 follows on it’s predecessors as a great well paced story. Can’t wait for #8. Along with the next Omega Force.
7 follows on it’s predecessors as a great well paced story. Can’t wait for #8. Along with the next Omega Force.
April 22, 2025
Hope it never ends
This series and Omega Force is the most fun series I have read. I will truly be sad when it ends.
This series and Omega Force is the most fun series I have read. I will truly be sad when it ends.
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