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Relic Fleet
Broken alliances. Hidden traitors. The galaxy’s deadliest secrets.
The rebellion has begun, but Jace Hawthorne and the crew of the Revenant quickly learn that freedom carries a steep price. To keep Rising Dawn alive, they must race to recover the Eldra’kaarns' lost technology—before their enemies seize it first.
Every lead plunges them deeper into a shadow war of traitors, spies, smugglers, and alien factions vying to exploit humanity’s desperate fight for survival. Trust is scarce, and betrayal festers within Rising Dawn. Jace must rely only on his closest allies or risk watching the rebellion collapse from within.
The Overlords want the galaxy broken. Jace intends to make them bleed for it.
Relic Fleet is the relentless second installment in the Shadow of War series. Fans of fast-paced space operas, alien mysteries, and desperate fights for survival will be on the edge of their seats.
The rebellion has begun, but Jace Hawthorne and the crew of the Revenant quickly learn that freedom carries a steep price. To keep Rising Dawn alive, they must race to recover the Eldra’kaarns' lost technology—before their enemies seize it first.
Every lead plunges them deeper into a shadow war of traitors, spies, smugglers, and alien factions vying to exploit humanity’s desperate fight for survival. Trust is scarce, and betrayal festers within Rising Dawn. Jace must rely only on his closest allies or risk watching the rebellion collapse from within.
The Overlords want the galaxy broken. Jace intends to make them bleed for it.
Relic Fleet is the relentless second installment in the Shadow of War series. Fans of fast-paced space operas, alien mysteries, and desperate fights for survival will be on the edge of their seats.
436 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 11, 2025
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Anthony J. Melchiorri
107 books363 followersAnthony J Melchiorri is a scientist with a PhD in bioengineering. Originally from the Midwest, he now lives in Texas. By day, he develops cellular therapies and 3D-printable artificial organs. By night, he writes apocalyptic, medical, and science-fiction thrillers that blend real-world research with other-worldly possibility. When he isn't in the lab or at the keyboard, he spends his time running, reading, hiking, and traveling in search of new story ideas.
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November 16, 2025
Giddy and terrific space fights! Adrenaline pumping and fast paced action and excitement. Exciting discoveries, with suspense of the existence of betrayal, or traitors? That’s just my personal thought.
It’s tremendously nerve-wracking.
Will have to wait patiently for book-3 to release. Sigh…
It’s tremendously nerve-wracking.
Will have to wait patiently for book-3 to release. Sigh…
November 11, 2025
Just finished the 2nd book in the Shadow of War series, and it was another extremely well written and exciting story that you definitely don't want to put down. The battle scenes are phenomenal and will keep you on the edge of your seat. If you haven't started this series, you are missing out on something great. Really looking forward to the next book.
November 20, 2025
Tbe Eldra’kaarn warship is the key player in this adventure, along with Jace and Caera
Jace Hawthorne and Caera Frost uncover an Eldra'kaarn warship, the Revenant. Only Jace and his cat, Shadow, are imbued with the temporal microbes that allow him to communicate with and control Revenant. Until they find more of the Eldra'kaarn microbes, only Jace can use any of the functions of the warship and he has a lot to learn. Fortunately, the Revenant AI, ECHO, helps him use the ship functions and weapons. In addition to some pretty advanced weaponry, Revenant has powerful shields and the ability to cloak and move unseen. Delivering the warship to the Rising Dawn is the plan, but until more Eldra'kaarn microbes are found only Jace can operate the Revenant. Can one ship make a difference against the Overlords? Even one as powerful as the Revenant?
Powerful characters fill the cast of the Rising Dawn and Revenant. The Revenant is a pretty potent character itself with ECHO speaking for the warship. Jace, Son of the Lion, is saddled with high expectations. Is he stepping up? We'll see. Jace's romance with Caera is back-burnered by their duties to Revenant and Rising Dawn, but it still simmers. Shadow is another mysterious character, slinking around and appearing mysteriously in unexpected parts of the warship. Rising Dawn is a strong presence in the storyline, demanding allegiance and providing hope in a hopeless galaxy. The storyline presents one action-packed adventure after another! No time to catch your breath between sequences of combat, preparation and execution! This is another great read!
Jace Hawthorne and Caera Frost uncover an Eldra'kaarn warship, the Revenant. Only Jace and his cat, Shadow, are imbued with the temporal microbes that allow him to communicate with and control Revenant. Until they find more of the Eldra'kaarn microbes, only Jace can use any of the functions of the warship and he has a lot to learn. Fortunately, the Revenant AI, ECHO, helps him use the ship functions and weapons. In addition to some pretty advanced weaponry, Revenant has powerful shields and the ability to cloak and move unseen. Delivering the warship to the Rising Dawn is the plan, but until more Eldra'kaarn microbes are found only Jace can operate the Revenant. Can one ship make a difference against the Overlords? Even one as powerful as the Revenant?
Powerful characters fill the cast of the Rising Dawn and Revenant. The Revenant is a pretty potent character itself with ECHO speaking for the warship. Jace, Son of the Lion, is saddled with high expectations. Is he stepping up? We'll see. Jace's romance with Caera is back-burnered by their duties to Revenant and Rising Dawn, but it still simmers. Shadow is another mysterious character, slinking around and appearing mysteriously in unexpected parts of the warship. Rising Dawn is a strong presence in the storyline, demanding allegiance and providing hope in a hopeless galaxy. The storyline presents one action-packed adventure after another! No time to catch your breath between sequences of combat, preparation and execution! This is another great read!
December 12, 2025
This book had even more nail-biting action than book one... how was that even possible?
The story continues where the last page of book one left off. It gradually eased into the action. From there, it was like a roller coaster ride at Six Flags Over Texas. It put you here and there and didn't want to let go of you until it reached the gate where you exit.
Fortunately, I didn't feel the ill effects as I would on a roller coaster. I did carry the intensity of the story with me.
Awesome job, Dr. Melchiorri.
The story continues where the last page of book one left off. It gradually eased into the action. From there, it was like a roller coaster ride at Six Flags Over Texas. It put you here and there and didn't want to let go of you until it reached the gate where you exit.
Fortunately, I didn't feel the ill effects as I would on a roller coaster. I did carry the intensity of the story with me.
Awesome job, Dr. Melchiorri.
November 22, 2025
From page one the story established in "Buried Starship," book two "Relic Fleet" takes off! Dr. Melchiorri is brilliant creating story arcs full of fabulous dialogue, narratives and action. "Relic Fleet" is a nonstop ride into deep space and self discovery of the protagonist, Jace. Incredible evolution of the relationships of other protagonists and the antagonists. Without giving spoilers, the adventure and journey lead to unexpected conclusions leaving the reader salivating for more.
January 14, 2026
Good read.
This book was a good read it picked up right where the first one left off. The book has plenty of action both on planets and out in different parts of space . There is a lot going on in these books you don't have just one set of bad guys , you have several and each one wants a different thing.
This book was a good read it picked up right where the first one left off. The book has plenty of action both on planets and out in different parts of space . There is a lot going on in these books you don't have just one set of bad guys , you have several and each one wants a different thing.
December 18, 2025
edge of the seat
If you thought the first book in the series was fast paced look out with this one. Frenetic describes most of the book so double seat belts plus massive air bags required.
So much action.
Five action stars.
If you thought the first book in the series was fast paced look out with this one. Frenetic describes most of the book so double seat belts plus massive air bags required.
So much action.
Five action stars.
December 12, 2025
Excellent book
This was an awesome follow-up. I have enjoyed this story very much. The story pulls you in and the characters are likeable. Will definitely continue this series.
This was an awesome follow-up. I have enjoyed this story very much. The story pulls you in and the characters are likeable. Will definitely continue this series.
January 2, 2026
Reviewed the Beth
Oh my gosh! I can not wait for the next ONE to be released!!
I am sitting on the edge if my seat biting my nails waiting just waiting for the next one.
Oh my gosh! I can not wait for the next ONE to be released!!
I am sitting on the edge if my seat biting my nails waiting just waiting for the next one.
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