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Contact
The Imperial Survey Service has four levels of classification for the detection of non-human intelligence. Level one is the most common, possible evidence. Level two, clear evidence of non-human intelligence. Level three is verified signs of non-human intelligence. Level three has a very high burden of proof, requiring verified artifacts. It is the last step before level four. Contact.
Centuries ago, Humanity reached for the stars. But the galaxy has turned out to be a lonely place. The Imperial Survey Service explores systems and identifies planets for colonization beyond the edge of explored space, beyond the rim worlds. They also search for signs of an alien civilization. It is a part of their mission they take very seriously.
A routine planetary survey mission to system X5682 believes they have found clear evidence of intelligent activity. The usual reports are made. Protocol demands that any reports of potential intelligent activity be investigated. A small fleet task force is dispatched. Their job is to secure the system. Task force Marines secure the site until Imperial Survey can verify the find. The routine has been played out many times, and always ends the same way. No scientific findings, an explainable phenomenon, no confirmation.
Until now.
The survey team leader is elated by his potential discovery. It is an elation the fleet task force commander does not share. His captains are also ambivalent, save one who is out to prove himself.
Unfortunately, the fleet task force has to be to be cobbled together from people unfortunate enough to delay too long before proceeding on shore leave. The Marines are not exactly welcome in the midst of a group of scientists who are used to being immersed in their research on a new planet.
The Imperial Fleet mostly keeps the peace and war is a faded memory. That means resources are tight and ships stay in service a long time. The task force that arrives is not exactly in perfect condition. Even the Marines have to be pulled from different ships and base assignments. Everyone expects a short mission once they reach the planet. All they have to do is wait for the specialist team from the Imperial Survey Service to show up and declare another potential find to be nothing after all.
Unexpectedly, without warning, humanity makes first contact. Elation turns to desperation and a fight for survival. The Globur are coming.
Centuries ago, Humanity reached for the stars. But the galaxy has turned out to be a lonely place. The Imperial Survey Service explores systems and identifies planets for colonization beyond the edge of explored space, beyond the rim worlds. They also search for signs of an alien civilization. It is a part of their mission they take very seriously.
A routine planetary survey mission to system X5682 believes they have found clear evidence of intelligent activity. The usual reports are made. Protocol demands that any reports of potential intelligent activity be investigated. A small fleet task force is dispatched. Their job is to secure the system. Task force Marines secure the site until Imperial Survey can verify the find. The routine has been played out many times, and always ends the same way. No scientific findings, an explainable phenomenon, no confirmation.
Until now.
The survey team leader is elated by his potential discovery. It is an elation the fleet task force commander does not share. His captains are also ambivalent, save one who is out to prove himself.
Unfortunately, the fleet task force has to be to be cobbled together from people unfortunate enough to delay too long before proceeding on shore leave. The Marines are not exactly welcome in the midst of a group of scientists who are used to being immersed in their research on a new planet.
The Imperial Fleet mostly keeps the peace and war is a faded memory. That means resources are tight and ships stay in service a long time. The task force that arrives is not exactly in perfect condition. Even the Marines have to be pulled from different ships and base assignments. Everyone expects a short mission once they reach the planet. All they have to do is wait for the specialist team from the Imperial Survey Service to show up and declare another potential find to be nothing after all.
Unexpectedly, without warning, humanity makes first contact. Elation turns to desperation and a fight for survival. The Globur are coming.
411 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 28, 2017
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About the author
D. Rebbitt
10 books80 followersD. Rebbitt is the author behind the Globur Incursion series. He has always enjoyed classic military science fiction. His military career provides him with valuable insight into the realities of the military world. Epic space opera with a military edge best describes the books. Inspired by Heinlein and Weber, the books would be enjoyed by those who like Scalzi, Richard Fox, AK Duboff, or James A. Corey
When writing, he most enjoys the interaction between characters. He has built a universe based on realistic science. His books are laced with a gritty realism that puts characters in interesting situations and dilemmas. Each novel is layered with interconnected events and stories, giving real insight into the minds of the characters.
There are battles, victories, and losses. Behind it all, the stories of the characters unfold. Their human flaws mean they do not always make the best decisions.
When writing, he most enjoys the interaction between characters. He has built a universe based on realistic science. His books are laced with a gritty realism that puts characters in interesting situations and dilemmas. Each novel is layered with interconnected events and stories, giving real insight into the minds of the characters.
There are battles, victories, and losses. Behind it all, the stories of the characters unfold. Their human flaws mean they do not always make the best decisions.
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September 24, 2025
I was quite surprised that Book 2 of the Globur Incursion series did not continue the story begun in Book 1, instead introducing entirely new characters and an earlier time line from Book 1, especially since Book 1 ended in what would usually be called a "cliff hanger". Contact is very much a prequel to Fulcrum (Book 1) and should be read before reading Contact.
It would be much better that you begin this series with this volume (Book 2) and read them in this order: 2, 3, 4, 5, 1. Why, you may ask? The first volume of the series (Fulcrum) occurs ~20 years after what occurs in the following volumes, turning the following volumes into a prolonged prequel and IMHO gives way too many plot spoilers too early in the series lessening some of the suspense that would otherwise go with each book. So, IMHO the order for reading this series would be Books 2 -5, THEN Book 1 (Fulcrum).
It would be much better that you begin this series with this volume (Book 2) and read them in this order: 2, 3, 4, 5, 1. Why, you may ask? The first volume of the series (Fulcrum) occurs ~20 years after what occurs in the following volumes, turning the following volumes into a prolonged prequel and IMHO gives way too many plot spoilers too early in the series lessening some of the suspense that would otherwise go with each book. So, IMHO the order for reading this series would be Books 2 -5, THEN Book 1 (Fulcrum).
November 2, 2017
The sci-fi genre is pretty crowded right now, and it takes a really unique voice to make me sit up and pay attention. But that’s exactly what I found with Contact. This isn’t a light-hearted kids version of sci-fi but a hard-hitting type with a deep and complex plot-line of the type I love. There is so much going on with multi-layered backstories that I found fascinating, and a lot of building towards where the series will ultimately lead.
A great book by a new voice to me. I’m now a fan of Rebbitt and I can’t wait to read the next instalment.
A great book by a new voice to me. I’m now a fan of Rebbitt and I can’t wait to read the next instalment.
January 9, 2023
Some parts were a bit slow.
I was not taken by these characters as much as the first book. Also, please get a decent editor. The mistakes interrupted my thoughts as I read. Made me quit reading several times.
I was not taken by these characters as much as the first book. Also, please get a decent editor. The mistakes interrupted my thoughts as I read. Made me quit reading several times.
June 20, 2023
Story goes somewhere else
Confused and disappointed. I was getting into the story now the books go into the past, which has already been covered. I've scanned the other books and I'm no longer interested.
Confused and disappointed. I was getting into the story now the books go into the past, which has already been covered. I've scanned the other books and I'm no longer interested.
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