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Reluctant Emissary: A Science Fiction LitRPG Novel
We are not alone!
On a small rock in the Kuiper Belt, 1st Lieutenant Tammy Escobar, Sol Space Marines, walks into a war being fought by two alien races.
Waking up from what she was certain was a mortal wound, Tammy finds herself aboard an alien ship. The Fylak, the little gray men of UFO legends, had rescued her… but there was a problem. The Fylak couldn’t fix her critically wounded body, so they’d transferred her mind into a synthetic body.
Alone and on her way to an alien base in the Alpha Centauri System, Tammy discovers the only way to save mankind is to help the Fylaks fight the spider-like Drizzt. Leaning on her prior training, Tammy teaches her new body to fight like a Marine, while simultaneously hoping she can convince her new friends that Earth is worth saving.
With her allies vastly overwhelmed, though, will her skills make enough of a difference?
Reluctant Emissary is a Mil Scifi LitRPG story that will take Earth to the stars… whether we’re ready or not!
On a small rock in the Kuiper Belt, 1st Lieutenant Tammy Escobar, Sol Space Marines, walks into a war being fought by two alien races.
Waking up from what she was certain was a mortal wound, Tammy finds herself aboard an alien ship. The Fylak, the little gray men of UFO legends, had rescued her… but there was a problem. The Fylak couldn’t fix her critically wounded body, so they’d transferred her mind into a synthetic body.
Alone and on her way to an alien base in the Alpha Centauri System, Tammy discovers the only way to save mankind is to help the Fylaks fight the spider-like Drizzt. Leaning on her prior training, Tammy teaches her new body to fight like a Marine, while simultaneously hoping she can convince her new friends that Earth is worth saving.
With her allies vastly overwhelmed, though, will her skills make enough of a difference?
Reluctant Emissary is a Mil Scifi LitRPG story that will take Earth to the stars… whether we’re ready or not!
365 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 13, 2025
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August 15, 2025
Since the Kindle App is being temperamental, my review is only going to be on here.
I really liked this book. Well, I liked the vast majority of the book. Without giving too much away, it reminded mea bit of one of the sub plots of Stargate SG 1, specifically with the introduction of Thor. At it's core, it is military Sci-Fi with a LitRPG framework. So, if you are a fan of Heinlein, Frisbee, and others like that, you will probably like this book.
There is one scene that just seemed to be out of place. It is a bit of a spicy scene. It's short, so it should not cause you any undo pain.
All in all, this is a very good book. It has a few rough edges, but those are few and far between (with the exception of the above scene.) I;m really looking forward to the next one.
Highly recommended.
I really liked this book. Well, I liked the vast majority of the book. Without giving too much away, it reminded mea bit of one of the sub plots of Stargate SG 1, specifically with the introduction of Thor. At it's core, it is military Sci-Fi with a LitRPG framework. So, if you are a fan of Heinlein, Frisbee, and others like that, you will probably like this book.
There is one scene that just seemed to be out of place. It is a bit of a spicy scene. It's short, so it should not cause you any undo pain.
All in all, this is a very good book. It has a few rough edges, but those are few and far between (with the exception of the above scene.) I;m really looking forward to the next one.
Highly recommended.
August 16, 2025
Great start to a new LitRPG series. Mr. Hughes is a fantastic storyteller and has given us great world building, engaging characters, and an action-packed story to entertain us. It leans more on the storyline with a LitRPG framework. I am looking forward to the next book in the series.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
August 23, 2025
Different but decent
I enjoy Fred Hughes books and always look forwards to reading more. This one surprised me by crossing genres while still being mostly military sci-fi. Read the whole novel fairly rapidly and will read the follow on while keeping an open mind about the whole LitRPG genre.
I enjoy Fred Hughes books and always look forwards to reading more. This one surprised me by crossing genres while still being mostly military sci-fi. Read the whole novel fairly rapidly and will read the follow on while keeping an open mind about the whole LitRPG genre.
October 12, 2025
you are useless, volunteer for a job fight loose, wake up and android. fight another war in a deferent place win go home to daddy who is high ranking. but you outrank him...
walk in on him at home when he thinks you are dead. now wait for net book, its not out yet. grrrrr
mr writer? oh baby you got what i need!!! make some more.
oh im and old dude mid 50s lol... Rock on Dude! peace out!
walk in on him at home when he thinks you are dead. now wait for net book, its not out yet. grrrrr
mr writer? oh baby you got what i need!!! make some more.
oh im and old dude mid 50s lol... Rock on Dude! peace out!
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August 17, 2025the start of another excellent series
Another alien Empire is trapped in an interstellar war they don't no how to fight and can't win. They turn to Earth who after thousands of years of fighting have mastered the art of war.
Another alien Empire is trapped in an interstellar war they don't no how to fight and can't win. They turn to Earth who after thousands of years of fighting have mastered the art of war.
August 21, 2025
Wow. Action, suspense unrivaled
Although I am new to LitRPG, I quickly found myself immersed in this story.
Those who play online games will totally get this.
Fred Hughes has started what surely will be an amazing new series.
Although I am new to LitRPG, I quickly found myself immersed in this story.
Those who play online games will totally get this.
Fred Hughes has started what surely will be an amazing new series.
September 23, 2025
Very great book
I'm amazed that this author can write so many fantastic novels, I hope that he never stops writing. His books are some of the best Entertainment I have read and worth the time to read them. Thank you for a very fun entertaining read.
I'm amazed that this author can write so many fantastic novels, I hope that he never stops writing. His books are some of the best Entertainment I have read and worth the time to read them. Thank you for a very fun entertaining read.
August 30, 2025
A good start on a new series
This book is a good read if you like sci-fy books, it have a good storyline with good characters, can't wait for the next one.
This book is a good read if you like sci-fy books, it have a good storyline with good characters, can't wait for the next one.
September 15, 2025
action packed
Well written and keeps you engaged. Fast paced. Well worth the time. I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Cant wait for the follow up.
Well written and keeps you engaged. Fast paced. Well worth the time. I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Cant wait for the follow up.
September 20, 2025
Good,good,good
I read this book today. I couldn't put it down. I am looking forward to reading the next book. You can't go wrong with giant spiders, Grey's, and space battles.
I read this book today. I couldn't put it down. I am looking forward to reading the next book. You can't go wrong with giant spiders, Grey's, and space battles.
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