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Cadicle #7
Scions of Change
Change is on the horizon...
As Raena's and Jason's training with the TSS nears completion, the return of the Aesir is imminent. Whether the Aesir are adversaries or allies will be put to the test as the final pieces of the Sietinens' plan to bring down the Priesthood fall into place. Facing an unstable political landscape and with the future of telekinetic abilities among the Taran people on the line, Wil and his family must wage one final war to correct past injustices and usher Tarans into a new era of peace.
Scions of Change is the seventh installment in the Cadicle series. This novel brings together the final pieces for the High Dynasties to attempt an overthrow of the Priesthood and restore equity in the Taran worlds.
As Raena's and Jason's training with the TSS nears completion, the return of the Aesir is imminent. Whether the Aesir are adversaries or allies will be put to the test as the final pieces of the Sietinens' plan to bring down the Priesthood fall into place. Facing an unstable political landscape and with the future of telekinetic abilities among the Taran people on the line, Wil and his family must wage one final war to correct past injustices and usher Tarans into a new era of peace.
Scions of Change is the seventh installment in the Cadicle series. This novel brings together the final pieces for the High Dynasties to attempt an overthrow of the Priesthood and restore equity in the Taran worlds.
351 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 18, 2017
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A.K. DuBoff
79 books111 followersA.K. (Amy) DuBoff has always loved science fiction in all its forms, including books, movies, shows, and games. If it involves outer space, even better!
She is an award-winning and USA Today bestselling indie author specializing in space-based science fiction and fantasy. Dubbed the modern “Queen of Space Opera” by her readers, she is most known for her acclaimed Cadicle Universe. Amy’s short fiction has been published by NewCon Press, Seventh Seal Press, and in numerous indie publications.
When she's not writing, she enjoys travel, wine tasting, binge-watching TV series, and playing epic strategy board games.
She is an award-winning and USA Today bestselling indie author specializing in space-based science fiction and fantasy. Dubbed the modern “Queen of Space Opera” by her readers, she is most known for her acclaimed Cadicle Universe. Amy’s short fiction has been published by NewCon Press, Seventh Seal Press, and in numerous indie publications.
When she's not writing, she enjoys travel, wine tasting, binge-watching TV series, and playing epic strategy board games.
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June 20, 2017
Worthwhile reading, this book sits on the edge of YA, and is Science-Fiction that reminds me of older Heinlen and Asimov. This novel is the conclusion to a multi-generational space opera that includes psionic/telekinetic powers, romance, genocide and more.
A lot of this review is going to be copy/paste from my review of Architects of Destiny, as I wrote that review after I finished the entire series.
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My "Cons" list for this book (and series) is longer than you would probably expect from a 4 star review - so I won't go into everything. Suffice to say that the Author grows from one novel to the next, with the high point likely being book 5 (of 7). ##End C/P##
Following that statement, this novel is a wrap-up to finish the multi-generational storyline in a way that makes sense. All the threads previously woven are brought together to finish the tapestry, and it's done quite elegantly. The writing is not perfect -it's improved since book 3 (which I feel was the weakest) and misses out on some of the action, tough choices and moral ambiguities of book 5 (which I feel was the strongest.) Politics becomes the name of the game here, as we always knew it would have to be, if we read the series from the beginning.
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If there was one big negative trait to the series, it's that the characters (other than the bad guys) are too reasonable. They quickly evaluate emotional hang-ups that would stump most adults and act in mostly appropriate ways. They give in, or change their minds, too easily - more so than I would ever expect anyone to in real life. These emotional changes should take more time, and more self reflection - usually that self reflection is one or two lines of thought as they process their emotions and come, almost universally, to an appropriate response. Being that this is a book (series) that feels primarily YA oriented, this sort of emotional trite-ness doesn't feel too out of place.
Certain illogicalisms (I made that word up) spring up in conversations and character thoughts throughout the novels. Usually these are idioms and slang that don't seem appropriate to the characters saying/thinking them. Cursing and colourful adjectives are used sparingly (at least in English) and the swearing that is used fits the mood and structure of the series, it's also usually consistent. It's not perfect though (again, illogicalisms sometimes.)
##End C/P##
Ah, the illogicalisms. Usually these spring from a character using a phrase that seems out of place contextually. "[Blank] for the win" is one that particularly comes to mind from this series. It happens (I believe) in this novel, or in #6, and is spoken by someone who has spent time on Earth, in a somewhat current era, so it's not impossible, but it still feels out of place. These phrases have been sprinkled throughout the series since the beginning, but the Author's writing has matured over time and the frequency of these instances has decreased.
##C/P##
This space-opera series is multi-generational, and features some strong male and female leads throughout.
On the horizon we have a couple of antagonistic entities, all waiting to be unveiled and given their time in the spotlight. The Bakzen are a warlike alien race, and "The Priesthood" seems to be manipulating the world in nefarious ways. ##End C/P##
Well, we've gotten this far, so I think it's fair to say, and not too spoilery, that most of these threads have been woven or snipped. This is a conclusional novel, so we know that most everything, other than some vagueness to allow for further writing in this universe, should be wrapped up by the end. More political maneuvering will be required to get us there, more than we have seen in any previous novel in this series. As with most of the complex situations in this series (Other than Cambion, and it's after-effects) - political engagements are resolved at what I consider to be a YA level of depth. The bones and cleverness are still there, but the "dirt" and seedy underbelly isn't. As I mentioned somewhere else, this feels appropriate to this world and series, and the readership that I think it's mostly intended for.
This novel, in particular, has more female lead time than the previous. It's interesting (and sadly, refreshing) to see the female lead be the the more powerful, in almost all ways, than the male co-leads. I would have liked to see her push a little harder here and there, but on the whole, Raena seems like a character that could handle her own follow-up series or short story - I like her, and would love to see her explore her telekinetic limits further.
##C/P##
I received the first novel for free from a "10 science fiction e-books) offer, and liked this novel enough to continue. I purchased the omnibus edition of the first 3 books from Amazon, and followed that up with 4 more full price purchases to complete the series. At 4.99 (CAD, at the time of this review) the followup novels are priced appropriately for digital consumption. They are a bit short though, so I wouldn't mind seeing them just a bit cheaper, or another omnibus edition at a medium price-point (13.99?) that finished the last 4 books of the series.
If you like Science Fiction, and if you grew up on the lighter side of it, back when there was no distinction between YA and regular Sci-Fi, I think you could get into this series. Compartmentalize and ignore the bits of triteness and occasional speech illogicalisms (3 times, it's a real word now right?) and enjoy the over-arching story. There is quite a bit of social depth here, and a well constructed world for the characters to play in. I think you'll be happy with it, overall, by the time you reach the end. ##End C/P##
All this stays true. I don't regret these purchases, or the time spent reading them. They aren't the grim and gritty fantasy and sci-fi that I spent most of last year reading, but there are interesting ideas and social conundrums explored here, in a way that is accessible to all readers.
A lot of this review is going to be copy/paste from my review of Architects of Destiny, as I wrote that review after I finished the entire series.
##Copy/Paste##
My "Cons" list for this book (and series) is longer than you would probably expect from a 4 star review - so I won't go into everything. Suffice to say that the Author grows from one novel to the next, with the high point likely being book 5 (of 7). ##End C/P##
Following that statement, this novel is a wrap-up to finish the multi-generational storyline in a way that makes sense. All the threads previously woven are brought together to finish the tapestry, and it's done quite elegantly. The writing is not perfect -it's improved since book 3 (which I feel was the weakest) and misses out on some of the action, tough choices and moral ambiguities of book 5 (which I feel was the strongest.) Politics becomes the name of the game here, as we always knew it would have to be, if we read the series from the beginning.
##Copy/Paste##
If there was one big negative trait to the series, it's that the characters (other than the bad guys) are too reasonable. They quickly evaluate emotional hang-ups that would stump most adults and act in mostly appropriate ways. They give in, or change their minds, too easily - more so than I would ever expect anyone to in real life. These emotional changes should take more time, and more self reflection - usually that self reflection is one or two lines of thought as they process their emotions and come, almost universally, to an appropriate response. Being that this is a book (series) that feels primarily YA oriented, this sort of emotional trite-ness doesn't feel too out of place.
Certain illogicalisms (I made that word up) spring up in conversations and character thoughts throughout the novels. Usually these are idioms and slang that don't seem appropriate to the characters saying/thinking them. Cursing and colourful adjectives are used sparingly (at least in English) and the swearing that is used fits the mood and structure of the series, it's also usually consistent. It's not perfect though (again, illogicalisms sometimes.)
##End C/P##
Ah, the illogicalisms. Usually these spring from a character using a phrase that seems out of place contextually. "[Blank] for the win" is one that particularly comes to mind from this series. It happens (I believe) in this novel, or in #6, and is spoken by someone who has spent time on Earth, in a somewhat current era, so it's not impossible, but it still feels out of place. These phrases have been sprinkled throughout the series since the beginning, but the Author's writing has matured over time and the frequency of these instances has decreased.
##C/P##
This space-opera series is multi-generational, and features some strong male and female leads throughout.
On the horizon we have a couple of antagonistic entities, all waiting to be unveiled and given their time in the spotlight. The Bakzen are a warlike alien race, and "The Priesthood" seems to be manipulating the world in nefarious ways. ##End C/P##
Well, we've gotten this far, so I think it's fair to say, and not too spoilery, that most of these threads have been woven or snipped. This is a conclusional novel, so we know that most everything, other than some vagueness to allow for further writing in this universe, should be wrapped up by the end. More political maneuvering will be required to get us there, more than we have seen in any previous novel in this series. As with most of the complex situations in this series (Other than Cambion, and it's after-effects) - political engagements are resolved at what I consider to be a YA level of depth. The bones and cleverness are still there, but the "dirt" and seedy underbelly isn't. As I mentioned somewhere else, this feels appropriate to this world and series, and the readership that I think it's mostly intended for.
This novel, in particular, has more female lead time than the previous. It's interesting (and sadly, refreshing) to see the female lead be the the more powerful, in almost all ways, than the male co-leads. I would have liked to see her push a little harder here and there, but on the whole, Raena seems like a character that could handle her own follow-up series or short story - I like her, and would love to see her explore her telekinetic limits further.
##C/P##
I received the first novel for free from a "10 science fiction e-books) offer, and liked this novel enough to continue. I purchased the omnibus edition of the first 3 books from Amazon, and followed that up with 4 more full price purchases to complete the series. At 4.99 (CAD, at the time of this review) the followup novels are priced appropriately for digital consumption. They are a bit short though, so I wouldn't mind seeing them just a bit cheaper, or another omnibus edition at a medium price-point (13.99?) that finished the last 4 books of the series.
If you like Science Fiction, and if you grew up on the lighter side of it, back when there was no distinction between YA and regular Sci-Fi, I think you could get into this series. Compartmentalize and ignore the bits of triteness and occasional speech illogicalisms (3 times, it's a real word now right?) and enjoy the over-arching story. There is quite a bit of social depth here, and a well constructed world for the characters to play in. I think you'll be happy with it, overall, by the time you reach the end. ##End C/P##
All this stays true. I don't regret these purchases, or the time spent reading them. They aren't the grim and gritty fantasy and sci-fi that I spent most of last year reading, but there are interesting ideas and social conundrums explored here, in a way that is accessible to all readers.
February 28, 2020
It is the final book in the series, everything has led to this book. The entire family line of the Sietinen line and those that are allied with it, including Kate Vaenetri, and now Ryan Dainetris of the lost Dainetris Dynasty, thought destroyed by the Priesthood, but a lost Heir was discovered by the former Supreme Commander of the TSS station.
Now, with control of the Dynasties, Cris and Will have decided to remove the Priesthood once and for all, so that their controlling horrific manipulation of Terran bloodlines, using woman for cloning, as well as the entire Bakzen war will never happen again. The Priesthood are guilty of thousands upon thousands of crimes, but no one has had the evidence, or the ability to stop them, but the Cadicle, with the help of the Dynasties, and more importantly, the returned Aesir, are going to take down the Priesthood and free all Terrans so that they can live in peace.
However, this is not an undertaking that can be done easily, for the Priesthood is everywhere.
Further to this, Will has to both convince, and then trust the Aesir to help them, and their price is the Rift that the Bakzen used, one that provides the occupant unlimited power from subspace.
There is a very real fear that they could be trading one Dictator for another more powerful one.
However, Will, along with the others, can only trust the Aesir.
This is a fascinating book, as it is not just about Will and the Primus Elite any more (but mostly Will), it is now about his children, as well as others, such as Cris and some of the Primus Elite.
Raena has become incredibly powerful, probably more powerful than Will, but rather than accept this power and join the TSS, she moves to Tararia with her bonded partner Ryan, to help Cris run the Sietinen Dynasty, as she has seen a vision that only from here will she be able to make the Galaxy safe and whole.
Meanwhile, Jason, who is not quite as powerful as Raena, but easily as powerful as Will, trains with a new generation of Primus Elite (trained by the older generation), to become Telekinetic Warriors, or the TSS’s Police force.
It is these people who will fight the Priesthood when it is time.
This is again, a multi-faceted story, with so many different plotlines and little sub-stories that I don’t want to mention them all and give away spoilers, but needless to say, that DuBoff does an outstanding job of wrapping up all of the lose ends from the series, and not in a rushed way, this is such an exceptional ending, it is so well written.
That is the great thing about DuBoff’s writing style, as she uses her Characters so well, and creates these wonderful Character Driven plots, it is easy to use the characters to close them off, without a lot of action scenes or hassle. That said, there are some AMAZING combat scenes in this book (and some absolutely hilarious scenes as well with just purely outmatched opponents). DuBoff must have had so much fun writing some aspects of this book, and it is certainly a lot of fun to read. She has not only cleverly closed off and finished the book, but done so in a way that should make most of those that are reading the books, very happy.
Again, as with the other reviews, this is easily one of the best Character Driven stories I have read in a long time, and easily within this genre, DuBoff is a true master at using her Characters to bring the story to life.
This is a Sci-Fi series that is reminiscent of the Golden Age books by Clarke, ‘Doc’ Smith and the other Masters of Sci-Fi, and DuBoff can happily sit with these names her writing is just so good.
This is a wonderful ending to what has been a truly masterful series, if you haven’t started, why not? If you have, you will love this book!!
Now, with control of the Dynasties, Cris and Will have decided to remove the Priesthood once and for all, so that their controlling horrific manipulation of Terran bloodlines, using woman for cloning, as well as the entire Bakzen war will never happen again. The Priesthood are guilty of thousands upon thousands of crimes, but no one has had the evidence, or the ability to stop them, but the Cadicle, with the help of the Dynasties, and more importantly, the returned Aesir, are going to take down the Priesthood and free all Terrans so that they can live in peace.
However, this is not an undertaking that can be done easily, for the Priesthood is everywhere.
Further to this, Will has to both convince, and then trust the Aesir to help them, and their price is the Rift that the Bakzen used, one that provides the occupant unlimited power from subspace.
There is a very real fear that they could be trading one Dictator for another more powerful one.
However, Will, along with the others, can only trust the Aesir.
This is a fascinating book, as it is not just about Will and the Primus Elite any more (but mostly Will), it is now about his children, as well as others, such as Cris and some of the Primus Elite.
Raena has become incredibly powerful, probably more powerful than Will, but rather than accept this power and join the TSS, she moves to Tararia with her bonded partner Ryan, to help Cris run the Sietinen Dynasty, as she has seen a vision that only from here will she be able to make the Galaxy safe and whole.
Meanwhile, Jason, who is not quite as powerful as Raena, but easily as powerful as Will, trains with a new generation of Primus Elite (trained by the older generation), to become Telekinetic Warriors, or the TSS’s Police force.
It is these people who will fight the Priesthood when it is time.
This is again, a multi-faceted story, with so many different plotlines and little sub-stories that I don’t want to mention them all and give away spoilers, but needless to say, that DuBoff does an outstanding job of wrapping up all of the lose ends from the series, and not in a rushed way, this is such an exceptional ending, it is so well written.
That is the great thing about DuBoff’s writing style, as she uses her Characters so well, and creates these wonderful Character Driven plots, it is easy to use the characters to close them off, without a lot of action scenes or hassle. That said, there are some AMAZING combat scenes in this book (and some absolutely hilarious scenes as well with just purely outmatched opponents). DuBoff must have had so much fun writing some aspects of this book, and it is certainly a lot of fun to read. She has not only cleverly closed off and finished the book, but done so in a way that should make most of those that are reading the books, very happy.
Again, as with the other reviews, this is easily one of the best Character Driven stories I have read in a long time, and easily within this genre, DuBoff is a true master at using her Characters to bring the story to life.
This is a Sci-Fi series that is reminiscent of the Golden Age books by Clarke, ‘Doc’ Smith and the other Masters of Sci-Fi, and DuBoff can happily sit with these names her writing is just so good.
This is a wonderful ending to what has been a truly masterful series, if you haven’t started, why not? If you have, you will love this book!!
June 26, 2017
“The Long Awaited Conclusion Is Here”
The children of the Cadicle, Raena and Jason are finally put into position to help bring the reign of the Priesthood to an end. Raena has been moved to Sietinens’ High Dynasty to take her place as future heir, while Jason is moved in position to train teams for telekinetic warfare. Ryan, the heir to the Dainetris Dynasty is groomed to ascend to his place. With the other five High Dynasties in the wing, they must be brought on board before an all out attack can be launched against the Priesthood, and even then it may not be possible without help from the Aesir.
The seven Dynasties are brought together for this final volume: Joining the Sietinen and Dainetris Dynasties are Vaenetri, Talsari, Baellas, Makaris, and Monsari Dynasties. Wil discovers that both the Priesthood and Aesir want something on the other side of a rip in the fabric in the Rift, which could be a hole into another dimension. The rip is acting like the mythical Sirens, calling the unwary to approach its sweet call. Will it give them godhood or destruction? Wil intends to keep that from happening, for he’s tasted the call also, and knows its danger.
Although I enjoyed all the volumes in this fantastic world building science fiction yarn, I think this seventh volume is the best in the series. Basically, each story was a similar plot, the Priesthood moving children of the Sietinen Dynasty towards the birth of the Cadicle, Wil Sietinen, who was to destroy the Bakzen, but it doesn’t end there; it must now follow the Cadicle’s children for more plans of the Priesthood and Aesir. However, they had not counted on the fighting spirit of the Sietinen children or their powerful telekinetic abilities. Highly Recommended.
The children of the Cadicle, Raena and Jason are finally put into position to help bring the reign of the Priesthood to an end. Raena has been moved to Sietinens’ High Dynasty to take her place as future heir, while Jason is moved in position to train teams for telekinetic warfare. Ryan, the heir to the Dainetris Dynasty is groomed to ascend to his place. With the other five High Dynasties in the wing, they must be brought on board before an all out attack can be launched against the Priesthood, and even then it may not be possible without help from the Aesir.
The seven Dynasties are brought together for this final volume: Joining the Sietinen and Dainetris Dynasties are Vaenetri, Talsari, Baellas, Makaris, and Monsari Dynasties. Wil discovers that both the Priesthood and Aesir want something on the other side of a rip in the fabric in the Rift, which could be a hole into another dimension. The rip is acting like the mythical Sirens, calling the unwary to approach its sweet call. Will it give them godhood or destruction? Wil intends to keep that from happening, for he’s tasted the call also, and knows its danger.
Although I enjoyed all the volumes in this fantastic world building science fiction yarn, I think this seventh volume is the best in the series. Basically, each story was a similar plot, the Priesthood moving children of the Sietinen Dynasty towards the birth of the Cadicle, Wil Sietinen, who was to destroy the Bakzen, but it doesn’t end there; it must now follow the Cadicle’s children for more plans of the Priesthood and Aesir. However, they had not counted on the fighting spirit of the Sietinen children or their powerful telekinetic abilities. Highly Recommended.
June 28, 2017
Scions of Change is the finale, as well as my favorite novel in a fantastic series. I am a fan of sci-fi and space based stories, but the focus here is the people, not just the setting and technology. Where so many other stories can fall to soap opera drama, the story stays focused on the action while giving enough personal insight into the characters and their reasoning for their actions.
For readers of the previous books (hopefully you’ve read the previous books as we’re discussing the finale of the series) Amy DuBoff brings all the major players back onto the playing field for the final Cadicle book. It’s very refreshing to see that even though the characters have aged, they are still extremely capable and haven’t lost their vision or passion for their ideals and what they set out to accomplish. Amy DuBoff deserves a lot of credit for making the bad guys, the Priesthood, plausible and giving them ingenuity in their methods to see to their own goals. While we all hope for a happy ending, there are enough twists and turns to make us wonder who, if anyone, will be left at the end.
Pros:
• Great character development…that really summarizes the series. While dealing with 3 generations of the family, Amy DuBoff keeps the realism of each character and makes you care about what happens to them.
• Revisiting previous generations and making them a central part of the story. It’s so easy to constantly focus on the new and fresh generations that it’s easy to forget that the senior members of the family have active roles to play.
Cons:
• New readers may be lost. A new reader really should start from the beginning of the series.
For readers of the previous books (hopefully you’ve read the previous books as we’re discussing the finale of the series) Amy DuBoff brings all the major players back onto the playing field for the final Cadicle book. It’s very refreshing to see that even though the characters have aged, they are still extremely capable and haven’t lost their vision or passion for their ideals and what they set out to accomplish. Amy DuBoff deserves a lot of credit for making the bad guys, the Priesthood, plausible and giving them ingenuity in their methods to see to their own goals. While we all hope for a happy ending, there are enough twists and turns to make us wonder who, if anyone, will be left at the end.
Pros:
• Great character development…that really summarizes the series. While dealing with 3 generations of the family, Amy DuBoff keeps the realism of each character and makes you care about what happens to them.
• Revisiting previous generations and making them a central part of the story. It’s so easy to constantly focus on the new and fresh generations that it’s easy to forget that the senior members of the family have active roles to play.
Cons:
• New readers may be lost. A new reader really should start from the beginning of the series.
June 19, 2017
A grand scheme
While I struggled with the writing, the concepts were fascinating. One hopes that with more practice the storytelling will become more fluid.
I have read the whole series now. Despite the uneven pacing, I found the characters to be involving.
DuBoff has an interesting take on the ideals of civilization that I find to be similar to my own. Her story has many original elements yet remains true to the grand space opera style.
I enjoyed her perception that real change would take generations. The story transitions from one generation to the next in a believable way.
Definitely worth a read if this is your sort of entertainment.
While I struggled with the writing, the concepts were fascinating. One hopes that with more practice the storytelling will become more fluid.
I have read the whole series now. Despite the uneven pacing, I found the characters to be involving.
DuBoff has an interesting take on the ideals of civilization that I find to be similar to my own. Her story has many original elements yet remains true to the grand space opera style.
I enjoyed her perception that real change would take generations. The story transitions from one generation to the next in a believable way.
Definitely worth a read if this is your sort of entertainment.
August 9, 2017
Cadicle Series is a Must for Space Opera Fans
This was a fast paced wild ride through the Rift, Space & Subspace! Complete with intrigue, plots within subterfuge and political dynasties.
I came across Amy's first book, The Architechs of Destiny in the Galactic Empire Series and then continued to read/absorb her next 6 books which concludes the Cadicle Series. I can't wait for Amy's next epic series. Keep up the good work & thank you for a fantastic journey.
This was a fast paced wild ride through the Rift, Space & Subspace! Complete with intrigue, plots within subterfuge and political dynasties.
I came across Amy's first book, The Architechs of Destiny in the Galactic Empire Series and then continued to read/absorb her next 6 books which concludes the Cadicle Series. I can't wait for Amy's next epic series. Keep up the good work & thank you for a fantastic journey.
August 10, 2017
Great story
The sixth and seventh volumes of this story are just as compelling as the first five volumes. I was more or less glued to my kindle while I read this whole story. It was very well put together. The way the characters worked together was awesome. I really like Raena and Ryan. They were so real to me. I would recommend this series for any serious sci-first reader. It will not disappoint you.
The sixth and seventh volumes of this story are just as compelling as the first five volumes. I was more or less glued to my kindle while I read this whole story. It was very well put together. The way the characters worked together was awesome. I really like Raena and Ryan. They were so real to me. I would recommend this series for any serious sci-first reader. It will not disappoint you.
September 8, 2022
Just Like, but not Quite.
I have been struck by the resemblance between EE Smith's,"Lensman's" series I read back in 1960 and this series. It was considered a classic then, at least on a par with the "Dune" series. The difference here is that the enemy is internal and then it was extra-galactic. This is good reading, as was the Lensman series. Anyone, any age can read and enjoy these books and the story.
I have been struck by the resemblance between EE Smith's,"Lensman's" series I read back in 1960 and this series. It was considered a classic then, at least on a par with the "Dune" series. The difference here is that the enemy is internal and then it was extra-galactic. This is good reading, as was the Lensman series. Anyone, any age can read and enjoy these books and the story.
October 26, 2017
Doc Smith would be proud.
I'm writing this is a review for the entire series. This is Space Opera at its best. I found myself enthralled by the characters and by the situations they were in. Init I saw several parallels to the lensman series by Edward E Smith. And that is most definitely a compliment. Read them in order.
I'm writing this is a review for the entire series. This is Space Opera at its best. I found myself enthralled by the characters and by the situations they were in. Init I saw several parallels to the lensman series by Edward E Smith. And that is most definitely a compliment. Read them in order.
June 25, 2017
Great ending to an awesome series! I really enjoyed reading this series. The author has created a unique universe, and great characters. I enjoyed the storyline immensely, full of twists and great dialog! I highly recommend checking this series out!
July 6, 2017
Wonderful series!
Really enjoyed these books! The overall story arc was great! I think Cris and Will were much more developed than Raena and Jason, but I enjoyed the entire series! Recommend it to anyone who enjoys a good space opera!
Really enjoyed these books! The overall story arc was great! I think Cris and Will were much more developed than Raena and Jason, but I enjoyed the entire series! Recommend it to anyone who enjoys a good space opera!
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January 25, 2018Fabulous ending to this seven part series!!!.
This book was as interesting as the first. The charming story was full of humor, angst and romance as well as a kicka$$ bunch of action and fighting. Amy DuBoff, you can bomb
This book was as interesting as the first. The charming story was full of humor, angst and romance as well as a kicka$$ bunch of action and fighting. Amy DuBoff, you can bomb
July 5, 2017
Great ending to an epic
Great characters and pulling together the previous six books for a wonderful story with some good twists. This was a fun series to read! Thanks Amy
Great characters and pulling together the previous six books for a wonderful story with some good twists. This was a fun series to read! Thanks Amy
August 1, 2018
Great
Waiting for the next to download. I'll rip through it just like the rest. Great story line,well written snd action pack. A truely entertaining read.
Waiting for the next to download. I'll rip through it just like the rest. Great story line,well written snd action pack. A truely entertaining read.
September 19, 2025
Excellent Duboff SF!
A bit disappointing ending for a great series but still right up there with America's best SF writings.
A bit disappointing ending for a great series but still right up there with America's best SF writings.
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July 3, 2017
It is a pleasure to see how Amy DuBoff continues to mature as a story teller.
This work is intriguing, holds interest and doesn't 'telegraph' the ending.
Others have stated that the story boarders on YA and I think they are right... I see the series is now bundled on Amazon so it would make a great Summer Reading package for that layer of your circle of friends but don't think that it is limited to that age group. It has been decades since I was in that category and I enjoyed the entire series.
This work is intriguing, holds interest and doesn't 'telegraph' the ending.
Others have stated that the story boarders on YA and I think they are right... I see the series is now bundled on Amazon so it would make a great Summer Reading package for that layer of your circle of friends but don't think that it is limited to that age group. It has been decades since I was in that category and I enjoyed the entire series.
September 2, 2019
A great ending to a great series
The final battle with the Priesthood was great. The entire Seitinen family plus Ryan stage a political takeover and then the final battle with the priesthood takes place. It was a great ending involving the Ancients and all of the familiar characters. Taran society is facing major changes for the better. The author did a great job describing individual, family and societal changes.
The final battle with the Priesthood was great. The entire Seitinen family plus Ryan stage a political takeover and then the final battle with the priesthood takes place. It was a great ending involving the Ancients and all of the familiar characters. Taran society is facing major changes for the better. The author did a great job describing individual, family and societal changes.
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