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A new Earth, assembled and perfected. That was the promise.
It's not the reality.
For Austin Caine, the question is everywhere he what did the machines do with two hundred years and a world of their own?
Someone made sure there's no easy answer.
He's going to find one anyway.
It's not the reality.
For Austin Caine, the question is everywhere he what did the machines do with two hundred years and a world of their own?
Someone made sure there's no easy answer.
He's going to find one anyway.
277 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 1, 2026
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M.R. Forbes
217 books1,079 followersM.R. Forbes is the author of a growing number of science-fiction series including Rebellion, War Eternal, Chaos of the Covenant, Stars End, and the Forgotten novels. Having spent his childhood trying to read every sci-fi novel he could find (and write his own too), play every sci-fi video game he could get his hands on, and see every sci-fi movie that made it into the theater, he has a true love of the genre across every medium. He works hard to bring that same energy to his own stories, with a continuing goal to entertain, delight, fascinate, and surprise.
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October 13, 2026
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ **5 stars**
YES, BITCH! 🔥🚀
Now THIS is what I was waiting for!
After finishing book one feeling like the story had barely got going, book two absolutely delivered. The world starts opening up, things finally begin to make sense, and we're getting the kind of action, discoveries and revelations I felt were missing from the first book.
The whole situation with the machines, the ship, the survivors and the settlements had me completely invested. There's so much happening, and the story keeps moving forward without losing that sense of mystery about what's really going on. I was hooked!
Honestly, I'm still convinced the first eleven chapters of this book should have been the ending of book one. It would have made the first book so much stronger and left the reader with an absolutely brilliant cliffhanger. Because once this story gets going, it REALLY gets going!
And that ending?! EXCUSE ME?! Just when you think things are moving towards the next stage of the mission, another discovery throws everything into question. Finding someone who isn't one of the mindless people emerging from the pods has me desperate to know what's going to happen next.
I finished this and immediately needed book three. No break, no searching for something else, just straight on to the next book!
This is exactly the kind of fast-moving sci-fi I love: a fascinating premise, dangerous machines, survival, mysteries to unravel and a story that keeps giving me reasons to carry on.
Book one had the potential. **Book two delivered the goods.** Now give me book three because I NEED TO KNOW WHAT HAPPENS NEXT! 🤯
YES, BITCH! 🔥🚀
Now THIS is what I was waiting for!
After finishing book one feeling like the story had barely got going, book two absolutely delivered. The world starts opening up, things finally begin to make sense, and we're getting the kind of action, discoveries and revelations I felt were missing from the first book.
The whole situation with the machines, the ship, the survivors and the settlements had me completely invested. There's so much happening, and the story keeps moving forward without losing that sense of mystery about what's really going on. I was hooked!
Honestly, I'm still convinced the first eleven chapters of this book should have been the ending of book one. It would have made the first book so much stronger and left the reader with an absolutely brilliant cliffhanger. Because once this story gets going, it REALLY gets going!
And that ending?! EXCUSE ME?! Just when you think things are moving towards the next stage of the mission, another discovery throws everything into question. Finding someone who isn't one of the mindless people emerging from the pods has me desperate to know what's going to happen next.
I finished this and immediately needed book three. No break, no searching for something else, just straight on to the next book!
This is exactly the kind of fast-moving sci-fi I love: a fascinating premise, dangerous machines, survival, mysteries to unravel and a story that keeps giving me reasons to carry on.
Book one had the potential. **Book two delivered the goods.** Now give me book three because I NEED TO KNOW WHAT HAPPENS NEXT! 🤯
August 6, 2026
Interesting but
I like the story line BUT some of the logic behind.the plot is lacking . So the two groups of robots have been fighting one group is designed as humanoid with armor against plasma weapons but they are vulnerable to arrows????? And the arrows have to hit a area of six inches in the neck area. And this is bow and arrow is.the weapon of choice for the humans. And the bad robots have plasma weapons. The humans also have plasma weapons but chose the bow instead because you have to shoot the bad robots 3 times to kill. Can you imagine how close to hit a area 6" square with a bow--- and at the same time being shot at with a plasma weapon??? Ok the good robots have made a robot warrior of their own
They made it armored but gave it no weapons!!!!?????. They run up and grab the bad robot.while getting shot with.plasma and grap.and squeeze thee bad robots head. What???? None of this makes any sense at all
I like the story line BUT some of the logic behind.the plot is lacking . So the two groups of robots have been fighting one group is designed as humanoid with armor against plasma weapons but they are vulnerable to arrows????? And the arrows have to hit a area of six inches in the neck area. And this is bow and arrow is.the weapon of choice for the humans. And the bad robots have plasma weapons. The humans also have plasma weapons but chose the bow instead because you have to shoot the bad robots 3 times to kill. Can you imagine how close to hit a area 6" square with a bow--- and at the same time being shot at with a plasma weapon??? Ok the good robots have made a robot warrior of their own
They made it armored but gave it no weapons!!!!?????. They run up and grab the bad robot.while getting shot with.plasma and grap.and squeeze thee bad robots head. What???? None of this makes any sense at all
August 3, 2026
books all end in cliffhangers
Good writing. I personally don’t like cliffhangers and generally avoid authors who write like this. There is nothing more frustrating than getting hooked on a story only to have it cut off on a massive cliffhanger for months or years. Since New Earth is projected to be 5 to 7 books long, you are definitely looking at a long waiting period before the full story wraps. At least the author has a reputation for finishing a series. However, I wish I’d been warned. I likely will not finish the series until it’s complete, if I remember to come back.
Good writing. I personally don’t like cliffhangers and generally avoid authors who write like this. There is nothing more frustrating than getting hooked on a story only to have it cut off on a massive cliffhanger for months or years. Since New Earth is projected to be 5 to 7 books long, you are definitely looking at a long waiting period before the full story wraps. At least the author has a reputation for finishing a series. However, I wish I’d been warned. I likely will not finish the series until it’s complete, if I remember to come back.
August 9, 2026
Some answers, more questions, and hope
Austin leaves the ship and learns more about the outside world. Finding human survivors, he finds out what has happened in the last 200 years. But for every answer he gets, another question pops up. I'm really enjoying the series. Enough action to keep the plot from slowing down and enough answrrs that the story isn't a mystery box. There's even more questions about Austin and what happened to him. And that last paragraph ends the book with another shock. Cannot wait for book 3!
Austin leaves the ship and learns more about the outside world. Finding human survivors, he finds out what has happened in the last 200 years. But for every answer he gets, another question pops up. I'm really enjoying the series. Enough action to keep the plot from slowing down and enough answrrs that the story isn't a mystery box. There's even more questions about Austin and what happened to him. And that last paragraph ends the book with another shock. Cannot wait for book 3!
August 14, 2026
I enjoyed the first book and this one. But, I don't like series like this, where there is no actual resolution just cliffhangers. If I had known this I would not have started the series, I would have waited however many years it took to finish the series and just read them all at once. I have never read this author before and really liked plot and style. I may look into other series but will make sure the series is finished first.
September 21, 2026
Pretty decent
This stared off immediately from book one, and we're soon thrown into a fight for survival again.
To not reveal any spoilers, I will simply say that a lot more lore is revealed here, as well a lot more questions being asked. There's a tragic moment which causes this to lose one star for. No redemption from that, Mr Forbes.
This stared off immediately from book one, and we're soon thrown into a fight for survival again.
To not reveal any spoilers, I will simply say that a lot more lore is revealed here, as well a lot more questions being asked. There's a tragic moment which causes this to lose one star for. No redemption from that, Mr Forbes.
August 3, 2026
New Earth, books 1 and 3
I liked how the story grabbed me from the start. I could imagine this story line happening in our near future. The last book I read that hooked me this hard was The Martian!
I liked how the story grabbed me from the start. I could imagine this story line happening in our near future. The last book I read that hooked me this hard was The Martian!
August 4, 2026
Second book brings everything into focus
Ⅱ book builds very well off the 1st book it is Surprising in the terms that it takes and how it extends the series it really broadens the scope and creates for a very exciting Series of events I can't wait for the 3rd book to be written
Ⅱ book builds very well off the 1st book it is Surprising in the terms that it takes and how it extends the series it really broadens the scope and creates for a very exciting Series of events I can't wait for the 3rd book to be written
August 21, 2026
Hmm. Interesting...
I am awaiting the next book. I thought there were only 2. So far it is interesting, but not finished. I have read quite a few books from Mr. Forbes so I am anticipating ...
I am awaiting the next book. I thought there were only 2. So far it is interesting, but not finished. I have read quite a few books from Mr. Forbes so I am anticipating ...
August 23, 2026
Gathering Allirs
Making hi way out of the Pray and exploring the rind city while tying o understand what happened takes Austin o a home outside nd a search to see if he is alone on New Earth.
Making hi way out of the Pray and exploring the rind city while tying o understand what happened takes Austin o a home outside nd a search to see if he is alone on New Earth.
August 1, 2026
I'm hooked!
Austin Caine and his newly revived robotic protector are in for several new adventures, battles and maybe a rescue??? Hmmm!??
Austin Caine and his newly revived robotic protector are in for several new adventures, battles and maybe a rescue??? Hmmm!??
August 9, 2026
great series so far
I like this story, it has action, humanity, and kept me wanting to see the story continue. I Recommend it.
I like this story, it has action, humanity, and kept me wanting to see the story continue. I Recommend it.
August 17, 2026
book 2 fills out the story much better and has a few interesting twists. much more satisfying story wise.
August 20, 2026
Another belter from a fantastic writer.
A stunningly good yarn which draws you in. I can’t wait to see how it all plays out. Good times.
A stunningly good yarn which draws you in. I can’t wait to see how it all plays out. Good times.
October 13, 2026
The action continues in Book 2
Great read, couldn’t put down. Thoroughly enjoyed it and the series so far. Looking forward to continuing with the series.
Great read, couldn’t put down. Thoroughly enjoyed it and the series so far. Looking forward to continuing with the series.
October 13, 2026
Great continuation of the first book, with a lot more action. Poor Anvil, will miss his protection.
October 14, 2026
Serious Lack of Sleep…
…from reading this past 3, 4 in the morning. Do I need to say more about how good this series is lol?
…from reading this past 3, 4 in the morning. Do I need to say more about how good this series is lol?
October 24, 2026
Good
Nice sequel with hope, danger, confusion, and still suspense. Continue to be surprised and laugh at times before you finish.
Nice sequel with hope, danger, confusion, and still suspense. Continue to be surprised and laugh at times before you finish.
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