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A Greater Duty
An unsuspecting Galaxy is suddenly thrust into war, and the only person who can stop it...is the one who started it.For Executor Darkclaw, his invasion of the Galactic Alliance is simply a task from his master to be obeyed.
For the Galactic Alliance, it is a disaster they were utterly unprepared for.
For others, the invasion is a godsend. Grand Admiral Nayasar Khariah, thirsty for revenge, jumps at the chance to join the invaders and get back at the Alliance no matter the cost.
However, all is not as it seems.
When Darkclaw starts to have second thoughts about the mission assigned to him by his master, the all-powerful High Lord, he finds himself at a morally explosive crossroads. Will he press on and carry out the purpose he was created for, or will he risk his own destruction as well as that of his newfound friends by defying his master?
An existential threat to the Universe is imminent as the High Lord looms over everything, and the only way to stop him and save not only the Alliance but the entire galaxy, lies in the remains of an ancient, powerful race and the creations they left behind.
Fans of David Weber and the old Star Wars expanded universe will love this epic space opera.
Order your copy now and become submerged in this new sci-fi series!
For the Galactic Alliance, it is a disaster they were utterly unprepared for.
For others, the invasion is a godsend. Grand Admiral Nayasar Khariah, thirsty for revenge, jumps at the chance to join the invaders and get back at the Alliance no matter the cost.
However, all is not as it seems.
When Darkclaw starts to have second thoughts about the mission assigned to him by his master, the all-powerful High Lord, he finds himself at a morally explosive crossroads. Will he press on and carry out the purpose he was created for, or will he risk his own destruction as well as that of his newfound friends by defying his master?
An existential threat to the Universe is imminent as the High Lord looms over everything, and the only way to stop him and save not only the Alliance but the entire galaxy, lies in the remains of an ancient, powerful race and the creations they left behind.
Fans of David Weber and the old Star Wars expanded universe will love this epic space opera.
Order your copy now and become submerged in this new sci-fi series!
530 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 13, 2017
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November 6, 2017
1 part Weber's Starfire series. 1 part Wing Commander. But it brings its own voice to the table.
September 22, 2019
A Tribute to Human Virtues in an Alien Universe
So, first and foremost, this book is the first in a trilogy, but it is self-contained. You will find a satisfying conclusion at the end, which makes it a low-risk way to dip your toe in this series. The soul of the book is the contrast between the emotionless Darkclaw and the very emotional Nayasar with whom he has to work. The author is skilled at making you identify and even sympathize with Darkclaw, so you are brought along with him in his redemptive arc, and that arc has very much to do with rediscovering lost virtues-- caring for others and respecting faith. This is a highly unusual message in this day and age, and at no point does the author beat you over the head with it. The theme is subtly woven into the story, and you don't see it happen, you feel it. I can think of a very large number of very famous creators who need to learn how to do this! Aside from the main thematic elements, there is a lot of action and intrigue, and the space battles are very well-drawn, as is the ground combat (of which there is plenty), and there are no slow parts to this book. Having dipped my toe in this universe, I immediately moved on to book 2 for more, and I suspect you will, too!
So, first and foremost, this book is the first in a trilogy, but it is self-contained. You will find a satisfying conclusion at the end, which makes it a low-risk way to dip your toe in this series. The soul of the book is the contrast between the emotionless Darkclaw and the very emotional Nayasar with whom he has to work. The author is skilled at making you identify and even sympathize with Darkclaw, so you are brought along with him in his redemptive arc, and that arc has very much to do with rediscovering lost virtues-- caring for others and respecting faith. This is a highly unusual message in this day and age, and at no point does the author beat you over the head with it. The theme is subtly woven into the story, and you don't see it happen, you feel it. I can think of a very large number of very famous creators who need to learn how to do this! Aside from the main thematic elements, there is a lot of action and intrigue, and the space battles are very well-drawn, as is the ground combat (of which there is plenty), and there are no slow parts to this book. Having dipped my toe in this universe, I immediately moved on to book 2 for more, and I suspect you will, too!
January 25, 2022
One sentence review(stressful day)
Reminds me of David Weber/Eric Flint(in their prime) and is the antithesis to the nihilistic drivel we see from the publishing houses nowadays.
Reminds me of David Weber/Eric Flint(in their prime) and is the antithesis to the nihilistic drivel we see from the publishing houses nowadays.
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