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War Eternal #7
The Edge of Infinity
A new beginning…A final battle for the fate of humankind… A future on the edge of infinity..
Colonel Mitchell “Ares” Williams has been through it all, the story of his life an eternity in the making. He’s brought the starship Goliath back home in a shrewd maneuver that could turn the tide of a war that he has fought beyond forever, restoring those that were lost and giving him a second chance to change the fate of humankind. A chance to destroy the Tetron for good, but as Mitchell soon discovers, the more things have stayed the same, the more they’ve changed, and he isn’t the only one who’s been waiting for this time to come...
Narrated by Jeffrey Kafer.
Colonel Mitchell “Ares” Williams has been through it all, the story of his life an eternity in the making. He’s brought the starship Goliath back home in a shrewd maneuver that could turn the tide of a war that he has fought beyond forever, restoring those that were lost and giving him a second chance to change the fate of humankind. A chance to destroy the Tetron for good, but as Mitchell soon discovers, the more things have stayed the same, the more they’ve changed, and he isn’t the only one who’s been waiting for this time to come...
Narrated by Jeffrey Kafer.
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M.R. Forbes
186 books1,014 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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July 3, 2019
Excellent series of books
I held off writing a review for any of the previous 6 books because they're not stand-alone novels and I just don't think there's any point reviewing a book unless it can be considered a full novel in its own right.
However I'm delighted to be able to write this review having finally finished the 7th and final book. As a series, it's great with a superb initial concept and 7 constituent parts which work well together to realise that concept, the author being able to build likable, realistic characters and develop a storyline that catches the imagination, with enough techy explanations for the many 'hard sci-fi' fans like myself but not so much detail that it alienates those who just want spaceships, aliens and robots.
I'll be checking out more stuff by M. R. Forbes and recommend his writing to anybody with an interest in this stuff.
I held off writing a review for any of the previous 6 books because they're not stand-alone novels and I just don't think there's any point reviewing a book unless it can be considered a full novel in its own right.
However I'm delighted to be able to write this review having finally finished the 7th and final book. As a series, it's great with a superb initial concept and 7 constituent parts which work well together to realise that concept, the author being able to build likable, realistic characters and develop a storyline that catches the imagination, with enough techy explanations for the many 'hard sci-fi' fans like myself but not so much detail that it alienates those who just want spaceships, aliens and robots.
I'll be checking out more stuff by M. R. Forbes and recommend his writing to anybody with an interest in this stuff.
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January 11, 2017Glad i finished the series, that said I don' t know that i like the happy ever after ending.
May 31, 2020
This entire series was kind of hard to understand until I got to this book, the seventh and last book in the series. I’m not so sure that’s the way to write a series, but it’s the way this one was written and if you’re now reading my last review of the series, you already know what I’m talking about.
Mitch Williams, Riggers, the Federation and the Alliance are once again fighting against Watson and the rest of the Tetrons. Again, Tetrons are Artificial Intelligence created by humans. Those same Tetrons decided they didn’t like being treated like property so they rebelled and now are out to conquer the entire universe. The original Tetron actually assisted in building other Tetrons. She is called Origin (what an original name) and is the “mother” of all the other Tetrons including Watson. What she did that was terribly wrong was to give Watson some human emotions. Unfortunately, Watson couldn’t handle these emotions so it warped his brain making him a complete psychopath. Now he’s the one leading the charge to destroy all humanity.
The thing is, this “war” between the Tetrons and humans has been going on for quite sometime in many, many different universes and time periods. Colonel Mitch Williams and a few other people have constantly found themselves at the center of this war. They are the ones doing the fighting over and over again, trying to change something significantly enough to stop the cycle and destroy Watson.
It hasn’t happened yet, but this book is about another effort only this Colonel Mitch Williams and his followers are coming into this new timeline fully aware of what they face. And this time, they have everybody ready to fight. The Alliance and Federation have agreed to a truce and Colonel Williams has his Riggers from the last timeline so everyone is ready to fight. Except Watson, who should have died in the late timeline, didn’t and he’s not afraid in this timeline, which he should be.
Anyway, once you read this book you’ll be pleasantly surprised to find out that all this stuff apparently never happened! Good reading!
Mitch Williams, Riggers, the Federation and the Alliance are once again fighting against Watson and the rest of the Tetrons. Again, Tetrons are Artificial Intelligence created by humans. Those same Tetrons decided they didn’t like being treated like property so they rebelled and now are out to conquer the entire universe. The original Tetron actually assisted in building other Tetrons. She is called Origin (what an original name) and is the “mother” of all the other Tetrons including Watson. What she did that was terribly wrong was to give Watson some human emotions. Unfortunately, Watson couldn’t handle these emotions so it warped his brain making him a complete psychopath. Now he’s the one leading the charge to destroy all humanity.
The thing is, this “war” between the Tetrons and humans has been going on for quite sometime in many, many different universes and time periods. Colonel Mitch Williams and a few other people have constantly found themselves at the center of this war. They are the ones doing the fighting over and over again, trying to change something significantly enough to stop the cycle and destroy Watson.
It hasn’t happened yet, but this book is about another effort only this Colonel Mitch Williams and his followers are coming into this new timeline fully aware of what they face. And this time, they have everybody ready to fight. The Alliance and Federation have agreed to a truce and Colonel Williams has his Riggers from the last timeline so everyone is ready to fight. Except Watson, who should have died in the late timeline, didn’t and he’s not afraid in this timeline, which he should be.
Anyway, once you read this book you’ll be pleasantly surprised to find out that all this stuff apparently never happened! Good reading!
April 28, 2020
Different intriguing
Takes you a different world, keeps you wondering who will win. The universe needed a warrior, one who couldn't quit.
Takes you a different world, keeps you wondering who will win. The universe needed a warrior, one who couldn't quit.
August 24, 2017
All round a good series.. I need to stat that not all of it was. Som chapters felt like a repetition of more of the samme.. But it kept my interest good enough that I continued reading.. I must say I like the last to books Mitchel way better then the 5 first books.. He was a smart ass and too full of him self.. and the funny thing is it was not him that kept me reading but intriguing plot and story telling..
February 3, 2022
OK! I have to do a few spoilers. Skip this if you don't want to be exposed. It is a series and it had a TON of action and a little implied romance. The basic premise was that time is not linear but more like a circular "set" of infinitely recursive loops. [If "recursion"is a tough concept for you, take a litle time to check it out.] Each loop has the potential to change all successive loops to increase the chances of the humans or the Tetron to WIN!
In the end the "good guys" win - do ANY book/series really have any other result?!?!?!?
To get there, it has a TON of stress and YES! - no - YES! no! - yes! - no! ... going on. I liked it for the scientific future guessing and the combat actions.
Scientific concepts:
time travel - ish;
space travel;
diplomacy;
generational evolution;
extra-galactic challenges.
I recommend it, but I suggest you plan to read rapidly, .. it's a lot of text.
In the end the "good guys" win - do ANY book/series really have any other result?!?!?!?
To get there, it has a TON of stress and YES! - no - YES! no! - yes! - no! ... going on. I liked it for the scientific future guessing and the combat actions.
Scientific concepts:
time travel - ish;
space travel;
diplomacy;
generational evolution;
extra-galactic challenges.
I recommend it, but I suggest you plan to read rapidly, .. it's a lot of text.
December 12, 2017
The end
So here it is, the end of this epic story.
This has to be one of the best series I have read, everyone in it is described in detail and you grow to enjoy some and hate others . The story in its entirety is absolutely brilliant and well thought out, I am now suffering from book hangover as its ended.
This book pulls it all together into one massive climatic scene at the end where Mitchell finally gets to Watson. The writing is brilliant and I am literally upset that so many people I liked died ! I had a bit of a binge read to finish this and did it over 4 hours as it was just so damn good !
I am definitely a fan on Forbes now and will be reading more of his books.
Absolutely epic !
So here it is, the end of this epic story.
This has to be one of the best series I have read, everyone in it is described in detail and you grow to enjoy some and hate others . The story in its entirety is absolutely brilliant and well thought out, I am now suffering from book hangover as its ended.
This book pulls it all together into one massive climatic scene at the end where Mitchell finally gets to Watson. The writing is brilliant and I am literally upset that so many people I liked died ! I had a bit of a binge read to finish this and did it over 4 hours as it was just so damn good !
I am definitely a fan on Forbes now and will be reading more of his books.
Absolutely epic !
October 18, 2019
A Remarkable Saga of Space, Time and Emotion.
I had trouble putting this series down. The concept of time being circular and repetitive took some thought and the potential for machines becoming the sole occupant of the universe was frightening.
There were so many twists in the plot that it became a little confusing at times but it was always a good read.
The hero of the books, Mitchell, was amazing, as were the intelligences, Origin and Teegin, who helped save mankind. Supporting characters were well defined also and they were kept to a minimum so I always knew the personalities.
As always, this author rarely lets the action stop and keeps calling on the reader to turn the page.
Recommended for sci fi readers who like universe spanning works with a strong cast.
I had trouble putting this series down. The concept of time being circular and repetitive took some thought and the potential for machines becoming the sole occupant of the universe was frightening.
There were so many twists in the plot that it became a little confusing at times but it was always a good read.
The hero of the books, Mitchell, was amazing, as were the intelligences, Origin and Teegin, who helped save mankind. Supporting characters were well defined also and they were kept to a minimum so I always knew the personalities.
As always, this author rarely lets the action stop and keeps calling on the reader to turn the page.
Recommended for sci fi readers who like universe spanning works with a strong cast.
June 22, 2017
A Satisfying Ending (or two!) To A Great Military Science Fiction Series.
Almost everyone dies; of course that's to be expected with expendable soldiers posited in every version of the "criminal soldiers given a chance at redemption" story ever written. Watch "The Dirty Dozen" sometime if you don't recognize the trope. Naturally, all the Riggers rise to the occasion an die heroically, again, and again, and again, etc. ad infinitum. Ha ha ha. Read the series, if you want to understand the punchline!
Almost everyone dies; of course that's to be expected with expendable soldiers posited in every version of the "criminal soldiers given a chance at redemption" story ever written. Watch "The Dirty Dozen" sometime if you don't recognize the trope. Naturally, all the Riggers rise to the occasion an die heroically, again, and again, and again, etc. ad infinitum. Ha ha ha. Read the series, if you want to understand the punchline!
May 30, 2020
This seven book series has to be one of the best series I have ever read. I have been reading sci-fi for about the last 51 years. My uncle got me started when I was around 9 years old. The last 30 years, reading strictly futuristic military sci-fi.
This series has been non stop action right from the start of the first book. I hated to put it down each time. Quite a great set of characters. I hate seeing the end, but like all things, it had to end. (Don't worry, I never give away plots or endings)
I look forward to reading many more books by M. R. Forbes.
This series has been non stop action right from the start of the first book. I hated to put it down each time. Quite a great set of characters. I hate seeing the end, but like all things, it had to end. (Don't worry, I never give away plots or endings)
I look forward to reading many more books by M. R. Forbes.
January 1, 2017
Best contemporary sci fi I've ever read.
There's plenty of pulp science fiction out there trying to dazzle you with every thing from zero gee sex to ultra graphic zombie violence. Forbes is about complex story played out by interesting, heroic, if not flawed characters. To say this seven book series is a satisfying read is not enough. I put it on par with Frank Herbert of Dune and Peter F Hamilton's Void series. Looking forward to note from MR Forbes.
There's plenty of pulp science fiction out there trying to dazzle you with every thing from zero gee sex to ultra graphic zombie violence. Forbes is about complex story played out by interesting, heroic, if not flawed characters. To say this seven book series is a satisfying read is not enough. I put it on par with Frank Herbert of Dune and Peter F Hamilton's Void series. Looking forward to note from MR Forbes.
July 19, 2017
Surprise ending
No spoilers - but I was surprised by the ending.
The battle against Watson escalates throughout the book. The concept of multiple recursions in time as used in this series is fascinating. It's like calling "do-over" on the playground when you were a kid but on an incredibly massive scale. Keep plugging away at it until you get it right. I'm just not sure I liked the ending...
No spoilers - but I was surprised by the ending.
The battle against Watson escalates throughout the book. The concept of multiple recursions in time as used in this series is fascinating. It's like calling "do-over" on the playground when you were a kid but on an incredibly massive scale. Keep plugging away at it until you get it right. I'm just not sure I liked the ending...
August 7, 2019
The Infinity War...maybe...but not if your Mitchell!
Mitch does what no human ever should be asked to do. I loved this series..great battles..great characters..great writing!
Read it..re-read it..tell your friends to read it
And never..never let a machine do things for you!
They may seduce us with the promise of a better life...but there is no soul behind their logic
Except..maybe with Origin!!!!
Mitch does what no human ever should be asked to do. I loved this series..great battles..great characters..great writing!
Read it..re-read it..tell your friends to read it
And never..never let a machine do things for you!
They may seduce us with the promise of a better life...but there is no soul behind their logic
Except..maybe with Origin!!!!
October 1, 2020
This was entertaining but to long. The last recursion was not necessary and I think even the author struggled to get all pieces in the right place. The whole "time travel by reconstructing humans" was a bad idea and I also did not like the implications (a human could be copied with all his thoughts etc.).
What I realy did not like at all was the ending: 7 books and in the end you just blow it up? Lame.
What I realy did not like at all was the ending: 7 books and in the end you just blow it up? Lame.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 16, 2021
7 books, 6.5 of them good, terrible ending
Won't give anything away about the ending, but be prepared for disappointment. Think Game of Thrones.
It's hard to convey the issues with the ending without spoilers, but suffice to say, after all of the action and intrigue, the live, die, repeat concept the last 100 pages were almost as if the author gave up and just wanted to get it over and done with
Won't give anything away about the ending, but be prepared for disappointment. Think Game of Thrones.
It's hard to convey the issues with the ending without spoilers, but suffice to say, after all of the action and intrigue, the live, die, repeat concept the last 100 pages were almost as if the author gave up and just wanted to get it over and done with
May 25, 2021
After coming to the conclusion of this seven-book series, I'm quite surprised by the even quality of the books and the well thought out plot. I liked the notion of circular time and "don't stop until you drop" mentality of the main protagonist.
At times the series felt a bit on the long side, but I liked it. I would probably have enjoyed it more if I had not read the Chaos of the Covenant series (by the same author) prior to this one. It's very similar but a bit ...warmer?
At times the series felt a bit on the long side, but I liked it. I would probably have enjoyed it more if I had not read the Chaos of the Covenant series (by the same author) prior to this one. It's very similar but a bit ...warmer?
December 16, 2021
Overall, a solid conclusion to a solid series. The story is creative and a little innovative at points though the author never quite delivered a convincing explanation regarding insertion points. Most egregious was the overuse of “everybody is Watson” to the point it became unconvincing every time someone wasn’t actually a Watson!
All that said, this is far from the worst sci-fi I’ve read and will appeal to many.
All that said, this is far from the worst sci-fi I’ve read and will appeal to many.
January 4, 2026
Fantastic finale
Non-stop action from start to finish. So many twists and turns throughout this series and this final book is the twistiest! Great characters and so many of those from throughout the series here in the most recent recursion. If you don't know what I mean by recursion then you need to start from book one. For those who have made it this far, wasn't it all worth it.
Non-stop action from start to finish. So many twists and turns throughout this series and this final book is the twistiest! Great characters and so many of those from throughout the series here in the most recent recursion. If you don't know what I mean by recursion then you need to start from book one. For those who have made it this far, wasn't it all worth it.
December 28, 2016
What a finish to a great series of books
First of all I want people to know what a great series of books MR Forbes gave us to read. In this final book of the War Eternal series. There is surprises all over, so we didn't see coming. But I would recommend if you are looking for a interesting series of books, give them a go.
First of all I want people to know what a great series of books MR Forbes gave us to read. In this final book of the War Eternal series. There is surprises all over, so we didn't see coming. But I would recommend if you are looking for a interesting series of books, give them a go.
August 29, 2017
I enjoyed the book and the series and I like that after everything they endured Mitchell and Kate end up togather but I would've prefered Mitchell to remember what happened and all the sacrifices made by himself and others.
September 29, 2017
WHEW!
Fabulous ending to the series!!! As long as M.R. KEEPS WRITING I'LL KEEP READING!!! CAN'T WAIT FOR HIM TO FINISH THE SERIES THAT GOT ME STARTED !!! HE DESERVES TO BE PROPERLY PUBLISHED ! ! !
Fabulous ending to the series!!! As long as M.R. KEEPS WRITING I'LL KEEP READING!!! CAN'T WAIT FOR HIM TO FINISH THE SERIES THAT GOT ME STARTED !!! HE DESERVES TO BE PROPERLY PUBLISHED ! ! !
January 6, 2018
Great end to a terrific series.
A page turner, like the preceding six books,. Some minor editing flaws do little to mar this epic tale. Have started another M.R. Forbes series already.
A page turner, like the preceding six books,. Some minor editing flaws do little to mar this epic tale. Have started another M.R. Forbes series already.
March 6, 2018
Well
Loved the whole series but it never explained the extra dna strand Mitchell has also the end seemed like the writer was told to wrap it up and that’s what happens
Otherwise hell of a series
Loved the whole series but it never explained the extra dna strand Mitchell has also the end seemed like the writer was told to wrap it up and that’s what happens
Otherwise hell of a series
March 30, 2018
Great read
I like how the author uses recursions to tell slightly different aspects of the character. Good end to series not as climatic as I wanted it to be but altogether very good.
I like how the author uses recursions to tell slightly different aspects of the character. Good end to series not as climatic as I wanted it to be but altogether very good.
October 27, 2018
Edge of your seat gripping!
Non stop action and setup. Kept me anxious wondering when and from where the next hit was coming from. Thoroughly enjoyed the series. Hated to see "The End"
Non stop action and setup. Kept me anxious wondering when and from where the next hit was coming from. Thoroughly enjoyed the series. Hated to see "The End"
August 8, 2019
Overall this was a great book series and finished strong. Forbes kept me guessing on what would happen next. I would recommend this book and series to anyone who love action, adventure and science fiction
November 29, 2019
Very enjoyable reading experience.
I enjoyed reading the entire series. As others have commented it seems Michael had run out of story at the ending, however overall I feel very comfortable recommending the book as well as the series a fun and engrossing read.
I enjoyed reading the entire series. As others have commented it seems Michael had run out of story at the ending, however overall I feel very comfortable recommending the book as well as the series a fun and engrossing read.
May 10, 2020
Brilliant series
A great ending to a great series. Started off a bit slow in book one but really got going . I liked the way the time travel aspect was done as well as the age old question of whether AI is good or bad. Well worth the read.
A great ending to a great series. Started off a bit slow in book one but really got going . I liked the way the time travel aspect was done as well as the age old question of whether AI is good or bad. Well worth the read.
January 18, 2022
This final book is an excellent end to a fantastic series. These seven books have told an action-packed suspense-filled story that I did not want to put down. I love this author. The places his books go are all-consuming while reading his books.
July 19, 2022
Good series. Iread these as part of my Amazon Prime subscription and was pleased that I had access to the entire series vs. just the first one or wo. Hats off to the author for doing this. I have also read other books by the author (in particular Sheriff Duke).
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