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Monster Girls in Space #5
Gathering Strength
Less than two months into his ten years of active-duty service to the Hegemony of Velvet Stars as an adept, and Desmond McLaughlin has already gotten himself embroiled in even more trouble.
He's settled in just fine aboard his ship, the Fist of Defiance, and made plenty of friends. But it wouldn't be life if there weren't a few bad apples mixed in. Having clashed several times—once in a very physical fashion—with Adept Windracer, Desmond can only hope that the overly aggressive Uth'ra will stop trying to force him into the mold that she believes a male should occupy.
Additionally, more information is coming to light about the strange group he and his instructor had fought with that had been occupying a Rift. A group that had no proper reason to be there beyond trouble, and were suspiciously short on identifying information on their persons. The rabbit-hole only grows deeper as Desmond continues to stumble upon clues, passing them along up the chain of command in hopes that someone will act before it is too late.
Things are picking up strength as Desmond and the girls start to get a view of what is at stake. Unwilling to simply allow himself to be swept along with the tide, Arsenal continues to prepare and train themselves, gathering strength for the challenges that stand ahead of them both as an adept and his guards, and as a clan.
*** Monster Girls In Space is a Sci-Fi, fantasy, semi-military, men’s romance, progression fantasy about a man becoming a space-wizard amongst a universe full of monster girls (it’s in the title, you should have expected that part). Expect adventure, mischief, magic, fighting, and unconventional relationships in a galaxy that is curious what sort of mischief Humanity will get up to.
He's settled in just fine aboard his ship, the Fist of Defiance, and made plenty of friends. But it wouldn't be life if there weren't a few bad apples mixed in. Having clashed several times—once in a very physical fashion—with Adept Windracer, Desmond can only hope that the overly aggressive Uth'ra will stop trying to force him into the mold that she believes a male should occupy.
Additionally, more information is coming to light about the strange group he and his instructor had fought with that had been occupying a Rift. A group that had no proper reason to be there beyond trouble, and were suspiciously short on identifying information on their persons. The rabbit-hole only grows deeper as Desmond continues to stumble upon clues, passing them along up the chain of command in hopes that someone will act before it is too late.
Things are picking up strength as Desmond and the girls start to get a view of what is at stake. Unwilling to simply allow himself to be swept along with the tide, Arsenal continues to prepare and train themselves, gathering strength for the challenges that stand ahead of them both as an adept and his guards, and as a clan.
*** Monster Girls In Space is a Sci-Fi, fantasy, semi-military, men’s romance, progression fantasy about a man becoming a space-wizard amongst a universe full of monster girls (it’s in the title, you should have expected that part). Expect adventure, mischief, magic, fighting, and unconventional relationships in a galaxy that is curious what sort of mischief Humanity will get up to.
471 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 8, 2025
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August 19, 2025
A solid volume. We get more context for the ongoing conflict and the new cast members were all good. Continues to take its time on the romance front, pacing out additions. I do miss Monika though. Looking forward to book 6.
April 9, 2025
Absorbing and engaging
Alternate universe, advanced technology, interstellar empires, harem adult situations
Desmond and his team continue to serve aboard Fist of Defiance, seeing action against Rift monsters and terrorists bent on tearing down the Hegemony.
While I greatly enjoyed this novel, I absolutely oppose Faye's idea that torture is useful. That is a discredited belief that it ever yields actionable intelligence; people will say anything to end the pain, and those who employ such tactics already have a bias they want confirmed. They are also more likely to believe that breaking the law to uphold the law is a thing; it is not. I have no issue with killing those who seek to destroy and murder civilians. But with diligence, good intelligence can be obtained. That's called police work.
This is book 5 is a very engaging series. I waited with excitement until the novel became available, bought it , and devoured it, even knowing it would be months before the next one would drop. The writing is amazing. Each member of Desmond's team is unique and memorable. The action and pacing snap. The world-building, or in this case, the universe building, is believable. Now I must wait for the next tome to be written. Eagerly.
Alternate universe, advanced technology, interstellar empires, harem adult situations
Desmond and his team continue to serve aboard Fist of Defiance, seeing action against Rift monsters and terrorists bent on tearing down the Hegemony.
While I greatly enjoyed this novel, I absolutely oppose Faye's idea that torture is useful. That is a discredited belief that it ever yields actionable intelligence; people will say anything to end the pain, and those who employ such tactics already have a bias they want confirmed. They are also more likely to believe that breaking the law to uphold the law is a thing; it is not. I have no issue with killing those who seek to destroy and murder civilians. But with diligence, good intelligence can be obtained. That's called police work.
This is book 5 is a very engaging series. I waited with excitement until the novel became available, bought it , and devoured it, even knowing it would be months before the next one would drop. The writing is amazing. Each member of Desmond's team is unique and memorable. The action and pacing snap. The world-building, or in this case, the universe building, is believable. Now I must wait for the next tome to be written. Eagerly.
April 12, 2025
It was a tough choice to got either 5 stars or 4 stars.
If the book was virtually stand alone and a certain plot thread had not be broached in the previous book it would be 5 stars. However since the plot thread was presented in the previous book and was not even addressed in this book, the frustration wants me to 3 star it.
The thread being the possibility of regrowth of Sasha's arm was not even talked about. The previous book, it was presented, then left hanging, this book at the ability to pickup on this concept a couple of times and was not even mentioned again. Even if the concept is just tested on a friend, an injured bystander, prisoner, or crew and the results presented to Sasha, that would atleast tie the thread up.
I am looking forward to the next part of the story, even with that loose plot thread tickling me
If the book was virtually stand alone and a certain plot thread had not be broached in the previous book it would be 5 stars. However since the plot thread was presented in the previous book and was not even addressed in this book, the frustration wants me to 3 star it.
The thread being the possibility of regrowth of Sasha's arm was not even talked about. The previous book, it was presented, then left hanging, this book at the ability to pickup on this concept a couple of times and was not even mentioned again. Even if the concept is just tested on a friend, an injured bystander, prisoner, or crew and the results presented to Sasha, that would atleast tie the thread up.
I am looking forward to the next part of the story, even with that loose plot thread tickling me
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August 7, 2025
A fun and oddly deep story
I came to this series of books expecting the standard fare of junk food one expects from hlit...I was left stunned by the full course feast that the author has crafted. Each story is jam packed with fun, thrills and gorgeous muscle waifus to delight anyone. Still sad the squad will cap in the next addition but 6 waifus is good enough. Wonder if with the next book the 5 ladies will have a chance to defeat Helm, I doubt it but it will be fun to read and laugh at their failure again. Also the use of pop culture so skillfully is a treat, I highly recommend this series.
I came to this series of books expecting the standard fare of junk food one expects from hlit...I was left stunned by the full course feast that the author has crafted. Each story is jam packed with fun, thrills and gorgeous muscle waifus to delight anyone. Still sad the squad will cap in the next addition but 6 waifus is good enough. Wonder if with the next book the 5 ladies will have a chance to defeat Helm, I doubt it but it will be fun to read and laugh at their failure again. Also the use of pop culture so skillfully is a treat, I highly recommend this series.
April 14, 2025
This was yet another strong entry in the series, though it ultimately didn't feel like it moved the needle that far forward.
The MC ends up taking on a secret agent and her ward into his personal guard as they attempt to get to the bottom of the cult the MC found evidence of. The ward is a lamia type woman, so snake from the hips down. Not my cup of tea, but she was decent. Better than the probably 6th guard I thought would be 5th at the end of the last book.
I am interested in seeing where this plot is going, and hopefully it moves further forward in the next book.
The MC ends up taking on a secret agent and her ward into his personal guard as they attempt to get to the bottom of the cult the MC found evidence of. The ward is a lamia type woman, so snake from the hips down. Not my cup of tea, but she was decent. Better than the probably 6th guard I thought would be 5th at the end of the last book.
I am interested in seeing where this plot is going, and hopefully it moves further forward in the next book.
April 8, 2025
Awesome
This series has become my second favorite series in the genre. Only narrowly surpassed by a Daniel schinhofen series. But if it keeps going like this, i may have to switch favorites. I really can't find anything to complain about with this series. The MC isn't an idiot or narcissist. The females are smart and play a real role in the story. I am very much looking forward to and impatiently waiting for the next book.
This series has become my second favorite series in the genre. Only narrowly surpassed by a Daniel schinhofen series. But if it keeps going like this, i may have to switch favorites. I really can't find anything to complain about with this series. The MC isn't an idiot or narcissist. The females are smart and play a real role in the story. I am very much looking forward to and impatiently waiting for the next book.
April 12, 2025
simply the best sci fi series imo
The 5th book was as expected just as stellar as the rest of the series, with Desmond and his aresenal getting deeper into trouble, secrets getting unveiled and picking up new members to fill out his hare- I mean team.
I genuinely adore this book series and cant put it into words just how much I love these books. Can’t wait to read more
The 5th book was as expected just as stellar as the rest of the series, with Desmond and his aresenal getting deeper into trouble, secrets getting unveiled and picking up new members to fill out his hare- I mean team.
I genuinely adore this book series and cant put it into words just how much I love these books. Can’t wait to read more
April 13, 2025
loved every minute till it ended!!!
I couldn’t put it down once again great writing that captures your imagination and pushes you to check your own biases to see the truth in who people are not where they came from! Loved every minute till the end of course there has to be a stopping point but did it have to come so soon can’t wait to see what’s next!!!
I couldn’t put it down once again great writing that captures your imagination and pushes you to check your own biases to see the truth in who people are not where they came from! Loved every minute till the end of course there has to be a stopping point but did it have to come so soon can’t wait to see what’s next!!!
April 9, 2025
another awesome continuation!!!!!
New faces always add excitement, but I love how Des is continuing to hold the standard of FAFO!!!! Can’t wait to see what happens with the girls next!
New faces always add excitement, but I love how Des is continuing to hold the standard of FAFO!!!! Can’t wait to see what happens with the girls next!
April 9, 2025
A great addition to the series
I loved the story and the scene with un was nice. I liked your addition of! The 2 new women. I liked the warnings in the begining of the book. Keep up your hard work
I loved the story and the scene with un was nice. I liked your addition of! The 2 new women. I liked the warnings in the begining of the book. Keep up your hard work
April 9, 2025
A fantastic series!!!
In my opinion this is this authors best storytelling to date!!! Wonderful characters, first rate interactions and some of the best world building you will ever read!!!!
In my opinion this is this authors best storytelling to date!!! Wonderful characters, first rate interactions and some of the best world building you will ever read!!!!
April 10, 2025
Yay! Another year installment
This was a fun read. I think I read it a bit too fast, so I am going to re-read it.
Figured out elements a bit quickly, but was great and an absolute delight to read.
This was a fun read. I think I read it a bit too fast, so I am going to re-read it.
Figured out elements a bit quickly, but was great and an absolute delight to read.
April 10, 2025
Fantastic
Grat story, loved the characters and the slice of life scenes. The plot is getting more inticate and there is a lot of foreshadowing into the next evolution of the plot. Can't wait for the next book!
Grat story, loved the characters and the slice of life scenes. The plot is getting more inticate and there is a lot of foreshadowing into the next evolution of the plot. Can't wait for the next book!
April 11, 2025
great book
Love the series from the start
Powerful mc
Hareem but with more love then just the naughty stuff
Too short just wish it was longer books
To the author please keep going
Love the series from the start
Powerful mc
Hareem but with more love then just the naughty stuff
Too short just wish it was longer books
To the author please keep going
April 12, 2025
Not sure I can wait
Excellent continuation of the series by an outstanding "new" author. Very interesting storyline, with excellent presentation and characterizations. Looking forward to the next.
Highly recommended
Excellent continuation of the series by an outstanding "new" author. Very interesting storyline, with excellent presentation and characterizations. Looking forward to the next.
Highly recommended
April 12, 2025
Great addition
I am really enjoying this series. I can't wait for the next one. .. I am glad I pre ordered this. I am definitely going to pre order the next one. Keep up the great work.
I am really enjoying this series. I can't wait for the next one. .. I am glad I pre ordered this. I am definitely going to pre order the next one. Keep up the great work.
April 14, 2025
Waiting on the next 1
Another great book in the series I look forward to The next 1 coming out and I also look forward to this coming out on audible The series The series is so good that you literally sit down after you finish it and restart the entire series
Another great book in the series I look forward to The next 1 coming out and I also look forward to this coming out on audible The series The series is so good that you literally sit down after you finish it and restart the entire series
April 20, 2025
Enjoyable Continuation
Love the path the story is taking and the new addition in this one. Lots of intrigue and still great world building. Looking forward to where it goes next and who the final addition to the team will be.
Love the path the story is taking and the new addition in this one. Lots of intrigue and still great world building. Looking forward to where it goes next and who the final addition to the team will be.
July 22, 2025
Fantastic Series
The characters are well written and the story flows easily. I found it hard to put the story down and read the whole series in no time flat. I am looking forward to the next installment. So if you are looking for an awesome series this is it.
The characters are well written and the story flows easily. I found it hard to put the story down and read the whole series in no time flat. I am looking forward to the next installment. So if you are looking for an awesome series this is it.
August 23, 2025
Series still amazing!
The main character Desmond remains on point with his own goals and beliefs whilst still adjusting to the ever increasing levels of responsibility that hard earned success brings.
The main character Desmond remains on point with his own goals and beliefs whilst still adjusting to the ever increasing levels of responsibility that hard earned success brings.
March 5, 2026
Great addition
It has been a while since I read book 4. I really appreciate the author for starting with both a recap and a reminder that they tag the spicy scenes so they can be skipped. I am looking forward to book 4.
It has been a while since I read book 4. I really appreciate the author for starting with both a recap and a reminder that they tag the spicy scenes so they can be skipped. I am looking forward to book 4.
April 9, 2025
Released yesterday, ran out of pages this morning.... dammit
More please
More please
April 11, 2025
Great book
Great book I can't wait to read the next book in the series I would recommend this author to anyone
Great book I can't wait to read the next book in the series I would recommend this author to anyone
April 11, 2025
Great book
This is a series i really enjoy. Like how everything is paced and the growth is still there without it being OP.
This is a series i really enjoy. Like how everything is paced and the growth is still there without it being OP.
April 11, 2025
Very good book
This is a fine harem adventure novel. It is well written and edited. I especially like the lamia. I anxiously await the sequel.
This is a fine harem adventure novel. It is well written and edited. I especially like the lamia. I anxiously await the sequel.
August 13, 2025
really like the series and looking forward to the sixth book
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