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The Last War #3
The Last Dawn
Fear ripples through human galactic society.Another ship travels from humanity's bleak future, targets a populated planet ... and lays it waste in a fiery apocalypse. Nothing survives, and the ship disappears.In the midst of the recovery, Admiral Jack Mattis finds more questions than answers as he tracks down the dreadfully powerful enemy ship. But the most pressing why are these mutated humans from the future relentlessly attacking us? What do they want? And at what cost? And are these the same creatures created by the genetic research corporation exposed by Mattis on the planet Chrysalis?The answers lie at the root of a deep conspiracy that goes beyond governments, beyond corporations. A conspiracy that will stop at nothing to succeed, and achieve ultimate power over humanity.And as the deadly ship prepares for its final catastrophic strike, Admiral Jack Mattis and the crew of the Midway are the last defense between us, and our last dawn.
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401 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 2, 2017
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Peter Bostrom
12 books56 followersPeter Bostrom is the pen name of Nick Webb as he co-writes Science Fiction with other authors.
Nick lives in Seattle, and someday wants to be the first man to die on Mars. Not like a heroic, failed-Nasa-mission style death where he plummets through the thin atmosphere and crashes into Olympus Mons, but a calm one in a hospital with plenty of fantasy books to ease his passing.
Nick lives in Seattle, and someday wants to be the first man to die on Mars. Not like a heroic, failed-Nasa-mission style death where he plummets through the thin atmosphere and crashes into Olympus Mons, but a calm one in a hospital with plenty of fantasy books to ease his passing.
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June 1, 2018
Book three was a very enjoyable book in this series. Lots of action and suspense, but didn't expect the surprise at the ending. I am looking forward to reading the next instalment.
October 17, 2017
Things have not settled down in the galaxy where the USS Midway starship patrols. While the Earth has survived an attack by the “future humans” or aliens, depending on your point of view, it appears that a sort of peace exists for now. Of course, it doesn’t last very long. Word has come in that something has happened to the planet Zenith and all it’s inhabitants are dead!
So, off goes Admiral Jack Mattis and the USS Midway. They have received word that an eyewitness to the Zenith disaster wants to meet with the Admiral in the middle of no-where space. It seems this eyewitness is not of a reputable character and he doesn’t want to be seen giving information to the government. So, the Midway is sent.
Unfortunately, there seems to be another party that doesn’t want this meeting to take place. He’s name is Spectre and he’s used to getting his way. So much so that he manages to get himself aboard the Midway although he’s eventually thrown in the brig where he should be. Spectre is expected to be an alien or in league with the “future-humans”. But why he wants to be with Admiral Mattis is a question that needs to be answered.
There has to be a confrontation with these “future-humans” at some point. When it will happen is unknown, but the Earth space forces must be ready because these future-humans have some very powerful weapons aboard their ships. If they managed to get a fleet or armada together, then it would probably be the end to the Midway and a lot of other Earth Defense forces.
This is once again a fast paced story with a lot of good space battles. It appears that the US military has finally realized that it’s not a good tactic to send one Earth starship out against one future-human starship. That might help them win some of these battles which they desperately need to do. Then again, are the future-humans just out to destroy everything or are they looking for something in particular?
Oh, and it doesn’t appear that this series is finished although there certainly is a part of it that’s gone. Enough said!
So, off goes Admiral Jack Mattis and the USS Midway. They have received word that an eyewitness to the Zenith disaster wants to meet with the Admiral in the middle of no-where space. It seems this eyewitness is not of a reputable character and he doesn’t want to be seen giving information to the government. So, the Midway is sent.
Unfortunately, there seems to be another party that doesn’t want this meeting to take place. He’s name is Spectre and he’s used to getting his way. So much so that he manages to get himself aboard the Midway although he’s eventually thrown in the brig where he should be. Spectre is expected to be an alien or in league with the “future-humans”. But why he wants to be with Admiral Mattis is a question that needs to be answered.
There has to be a confrontation with these “future-humans” at some point. When it will happen is unknown, but the Earth space forces must be ready because these future-humans have some very powerful weapons aboard their ships. If they managed to get a fleet or armada together, then it would probably be the end to the Midway and a lot of other Earth Defense forces.
This is once again a fast paced story with a lot of good space battles. It appears that the US military has finally realized that it’s not a good tactic to send one Earth starship out against one future-human starship. That might help them win some of these battles which they desperately need to do. Then again, are the future-humans just out to destroy everything or are they looking for something in particular?
Oh, and it doesn’t appear that this series is finished although there certainly is a part of it that’s gone. Enough said!
June 4, 2018
This is just an incredible series of non-stop action and intrigue, and part 3 seems to actually step up a gear which almost doesn’t seem possible.
Admiral Mattis is trying to put all the pieces together, the future-humans are here with an agenda, but no one knows what. They have superior weapons and firepower, and are destroying various parts of the galaxy, wherever they turn up, there is destruction.
Mattis is still trying to recover from the various battles in the previous books, as well as the loss of the people he knew, the destruction that has been wrought, but he doesn’t have time for it.
He has a short reprieve, and is trying to reconnect with his son and his new grand-son, Jack Jr, whilst the Midway is getting an overhaul and repaired. However, this doesn’t last long, and he soon finds himself back in the thick of it.
The future-humans have a new planet-killing weapon, and it must be stopped.
The story is broken into multiple components, with Mattis chasing the future-humans and trying to stop their reign of destruction across the galaxy. At the same time, his son, Chuck, is speaking with an Agent Smith, trying to work out who this mysterious Spectre is, and what he is up to. Smith is traveling with a pair of Brothers, who previously tried to contact Mattis with information. It is a masterful, incredibly clever and captivating story, full of mystery and intrigue, as everybody is trying to find answers and work out who is doing what before there is another horrendous act, ending more lives. At the centre of it all, are Admiral Mattis and Spectre.
As well as the fascinating mysteries unravelling around the main characters, there are also some epic space battles that take place again in this book. Bostrom is a master of creating these scenes, dropping you into the centre of the chaos and letting the battle unfold around you, looking at it from various Main Characters point of view, to the view from various fighter craft and missiles, but at all times, being at the centre of the action.
Each of the battles leaves flipping pages faster as you just have to see what is going to happen next, until it is some horrendous time in the morning and you have to get up for work in only a few hours…who needs sleep right?
One of the other interesting things in this and the previous book, is the continuing story of Patricia ‘Guano’ Corrick, and her new found talent, the mental state she slips into during combat. This part of the story gets a lot more interesting in part 3, and you get the feeling it is going somewhere we don’t know yet.
This book just has it all, exceptional combat scenes, brilliant characters, Mattis’ character is a wonderful piece of writing, the grizzled Captain that is in love with his ship, his home, but as an Admiral, he can’t stay, Lynch, the Captain who understands people so well, and his role, but still has command issues, Modi, the genius, almost on the autistic scale, highly intelligent and gifted, but huge trouble with social norms, and to wrap it all together, there is this incredible and amazing plot, that weaves and twists, just when you think you might have an idea of what is going on, it does a complete 180, even a 360 on occasions, leaving you totally bewildered, but dying to know.
If you haven't started to read this series yet, now is the time (especially since part 4 just hit the virtual shelves), if you love Mil Sci-Fi, Space Opera, or just a really good Sci-Fi story, this is it.
Admiral Mattis is trying to put all the pieces together, the future-humans are here with an agenda, but no one knows what. They have superior weapons and firepower, and are destroying various parts of the galaxy, wherever they turn up, there is destruction.
Mattis is still trying to recover from the various battles in the previous books, as well as the loss of the people he knew, the destruction that has been wrought, but he doesn’t have time for it.
He has a short reprieve, and is trying to reconnect with his son and his new grand-son, Jack Jr, whilst the Midway is getting an overhaul and repaired. However, this doesn’t last long, and he soon finds himself back in the thick of it.
The future-humans have a new planet-killing weapon, and it must be stopped.
The story is broken into multiple components, with Mattis chasing the future-humans and trying to stop their reign of destruction across the galaxy. At the same time, his son, Chuck, is speaking with an Agent Smith, trying to work out who this mysterious Spectre is, and what he is up to. Smith is traveling with a pair of Brothers, who previously tried to contact Mattis with information. It is a masterful, incredibly clever and captivating story, full of mystery and intrigue, as everybody is trying to find answers and work out who is doing what before there is another horrendous act, ending more lives. At the centre of it all, are Admiral Mattis and Spectre.
As well as the fascinating mysteries unravelling around the main characters, there are also some epic space battles that take place again in this book. Bostrom is a master of creating these scenes, dropping you into the centre of the chaos and letting the battle unfold around you, looking at it from various Main Characters point of view, to the view from various fighter craft and missiles, but at all times, being at the centre of the action.
Each of the battles leaves flipping pages faster as you just have to see what is going to happen next, until it is some horrendous time in the morning and you have to get up for work in only a few hours…who needs sleep right?
One of the other interesting things in this and the previous book, is the continuing story of Patricia ‘Guano’ Corrick, and her new found talent, the mental state she slips into during combat. This part of the story gets a lot more interesting in part 3, and you get the feeling it is going somewhere we don’t know yet.
This book just has it all, exceptional combat scenes, brilliant characters, Mattis’ character is a wonderful piece of writing, the grizzled Captain that is in love with his ship, his home, but as an Admiral, he can’t stay, Lynch, the Captain who understands people so well, and his role, but still has command issues, Modi, the genius, almost on the autistic scale, highly intelligent and gifted, but huge trouble with social norms, and to wrap it all together, there is this incredible and amazing plot, that weaves and twists, just when you think you might have an idea of what is going on, it does a complete 180, even a 360 on occasions, leaving you totally bewildered, but dying to know.
If you haven't started to read this series yet, now is the time (especially since part 4 just hit the virtual shelves), if you love Mil Sci-Fi, Space Opera, or just a really good Sci-Fi story, this is it.
July 14, 2019
I'm done with this series... I think...
I like that the bad guys are not your typical marauding aliens and most of the characters are ok... Just ok. I mean, take Chuck Mattis for instance, his husband and child are little more than scenery, we never see Chuck unless he's doing something for another character, but that's not who his character is... He's supposed to be a family guy, but we never meet his family. Commander Lynch is a cowboy hat and Smith... where the hell did he come from?! Except for Mattis, Lynch, Modi, and four fighter pilots and gunners in their own arc, we don't even meet another crew member of the Midway.
But the space warfare is pretty weak and not really well described. Distances seem like they are whatever the author needs them to be at that moment and the same for time and traveling. The z-space transitions aren't really ever explained beyond that distances between two places in z-space have no relation to distances in real space... in other words it can take a week to travel to Earth if we need it to, or it can be nearly instantaneous.... And no matter what, cell phone signals can cross any distance instantly.... I mean, you can be in a space battle at the edges of human space and have to take a phone call from your kid on Earth at any time...
I know these kinda technical things should take a backseat to the actual story and characters, but they really annoy me. Also Mattis' tendency to Captain Kirk, the disappearance of the reporter (from the book, not the plot), and
I like that the bad guys are not your typical marauding aliens and most of the characters are ok... Just ok. I mean, take Chuck Mattis for instance, his husband and child are little more than scenery, we never see Chuck unless he's doing something for another character, but that's not who his character is... He's supposed to be a family guy, but we never meet his family. Commander Lynch is a cowboy hat and Smith... where the hell did he come from?! Except for Mattis, Lynch, Modi, and four fighter pilots and gunners in their own arc, we don't even meet another crew member of the Midway.
But the space warfare is pretty weak and not really well described. Distances seem like they are whatever the author needs them to be at that moment and the same for time and traveling. The z-space transitions aren't really ever explained beyond that distances between two places in z-space have no relation to distances in real space... in other words it can take a week to travel to Earth if we need it to, or it can be nearly instantaneous.... And no matter what, cell phone signals can cross any distance instantly.... I mean, you can be in a space battle at the edges of human space and have to take a phone call from your kid on Earth at any time...
I know these kinda technical things should take a backseat to the actual story and characters, but they really annoy me. Also Mattis' tendency to Captain Kirk, the disappearance of the reporter (from the book, not the plot), and
June 14, 2018
Could be a great story, but ...
This series wants to be really good. The story itself is filled with bullets and mystery. However, I wrote in my review of Book One that there are a lot of typos & errors. There seemed to be more in Book Two, and the grand prize for typos, grammatical errors, using words that don't mean what the author thinks they mean, and creative (if mind-boggling) use of punctuation goes to ...... THIS BOOK!
There are also inconsistencies in the story, and - oddly enough - a lack of minor characters. For instance, the XO seems to be more of a girl-Friday, acting as the communications officer, the pilot, the tactical officer, and perhaps chief bottle washer.
Now I'm in a quandry. I really do want to know what happens next, but these issues are really more than an annoyance at this point.
This series wants to be really good. The story itself is filled with bullets and mystery. However, I wrote in my review of Book One that there are a lot of typos & errors. There seemed to be more in Book Two, and the grand prize for typos, grammatical errors, using words that don't mean what the author thinks they mean, and creative (if mind-boggling) use of punctuation goes to ...... THIS BOOK!
There are also inconsistencies in the story, and - oddly enough - a lack of minor characters. For instance, the XO seems to be more of a girl-Friday, acting as the communications officer, the pilot, the tactical officer, and perhaps chief bottle washer.
Now I'm in a quandry. I really do want to know what happens next, but these issues are really more than an annoyance at this point.
March 18, 2018
The Last Dawn concludes the war between humanity and future-humanity. Admiral Jack Mattis and the crew of the Midway are drawn again into the battle for the future of humanity. The United States and China must join forces to overcome a menace that they will not admit to. A deep state exists and it is attempting a revolution. The characters from the second novel are once again key elements of the story, but what drives their actions, apart from being mostly military, are still not exposed. The battle scenes are thrilling and the action pretty much non-stop. Unfortunately, the story is ultimately disappointing and not much of the story is a surprise.
June 18, 2018
Fun
The characters are some of them, very human and flawed. Others close to the action are stiff and the dialogue has uneven quality. The background universe and the more completely drawn characters got me hooked on the plot.
The naval structure, deployment and combat are shaky but a lot of the characters make up for it. The XO and Engineer have dialogue taken right out of Star Trek (Bones vs Spock) and the appalling lack of formality and discipline aboard ship is regrettable but the plot and the interesting universe make up for what is an adventure novel not literature, so I'm still enjoying it overall.
I am curious where this series is going.
The characters are some of them, very human and flawed. Others close to the action are stiff and the dialogue has uneven quality. The background universe and the more completely drawn characters got me hooked on the plot.
The naval structure, deployment and combat are shaky but a lot of the characters make up for it. The XO and Engineer have dialogue taken right out of Star Trek (Bones vs Spock) and the appalling lack of formality and discipline aboard ship is regrettable but the plot and the interesting universe make up for what is an adventure novel not literature, so I'm still enjoying it overall.
I am curious where this series is going.
October 9, 2019
A PB./NW./DA. Deep Space Wartime Action Adventure (TLD) (TLWSB - 3)
PB./NW./DA. have penned a deep space wartime action adventure. In the third novel another space ship comes from the future intending to exterminate the planet Earth. The problem is the people of Earth have no idea why the mutant people are coming from the future to destroy humanity. This is an excellent read for the genre.....DEHS
PB./NW./DA. have penned a deep space wartime action adventure. In the third novel another space ship comes from the future intending to exterminate the planet Earth. The problem is the people of Earth have no idea why the mutant people are coming from the future to destroy humanity. This is an excellent read for the genre.....DEHS
October 15, 2017
Another masterful display of warfare on a galactic scale.
The authors have continued the intriguing war into the future to save life as we know it. Great descriptions of interstellar combat action, vibrant characters breathe life into the action, and an imagination that encompasses the universe make this space opera trilogy a great read.
The authors have continued the intriguing war into the future to save life as we know it. Great descriptions of interstellar combat action, vibrant characters breathe life into the action, and an imagination that encompasses the universe make this space opera trilogy a great read.
April 10, 2019
Good read
I am enjoying the first three novels of the Last War series the characters are well drawn, the plot has a detective story feel to it.
The author(s) combine the best of cracking the case, giving readers a run for their money sorting out the good guys and bad guys, and science fiction. I like it.
I am enjoying the first three novels of the Last War series the characters are well drawn, the plot has a detective story feel to it.
The author(s) combine the best of cracking the case, giving readers a run for their money sorting out the good guys and bad guys, and science fiction. I like it.
April 25, 2019
INTERESTING STORY BUT....
There a big flaw in the plot of this story. Admiral Mathis has Senator Pitt cornered on Chrisalys but he fails to follow thru even though he knows theere's a genetic experimental facility on it. And not even an attend to explain the omissin is done in this book. And the leading bad character uses a name taken fron a James Bond movie.
There a big flaw in the plot of this story. Admiral Mathis has Senator Pitt cornered on Chrisalys but he fails to follow thru even though he knows theere's a genetic experimental facility on it. And not even an attend to explain the omissin is done in this book. And the leading bad character uses a name taken fron a James Bond movie.
October 29, 2017
Best book of the series
I enjoyed this book the most out of the 3 so far. I'm still not sure all the different story lines are needed, but much more action in this book, so much more to my tastes.
I enjoyed this book the most out of the 3 so far. I'm still not sure all the different story lines are needed, but much more action in this book, so much more to my tastes.
August 6, 2018
Good story line
But really needs to be proof read. The computer cannot do that. Screwing up words took away from the enjoyment of this book. Also messing up facts like where the Dr says he was born and raised in Vegas then 2 pages later says he was born and raised in Boston.
But really needs to be proof read. The computer cannot do that. Screwing up words took away from the enjoyment of this book. Also messing up facts like where the Dr says he was born and raised in Vegas then 2 pages later says he was born and raised in Boston.
October 17, 2017
Fun story
Just when you think he's wrapping it up... Ban, new story arc!
Well written, fast paced and draws you in.
Just when you think he's wrapping it up... Ban, new story arc!
Well written, fast paced and draws you in.
December 23, 2017
Very good read
A very enjoyable book. Lots of action and suspense Really didn't expect the surprise at the ending. Am waiting impatiently for the next installment.
A very enjoyable book. Lots of action and suspense Really didn't expect the surprise at the ending. Am waiting impatiently for the next installment.
January 15, 2018
The Last Dawn Peter Bostrom
Ok I supposition view of other books around then this fits into better than average but not brilliant good rating
Ok I supposition view of other books around then this fits into better than average but not brilliant good rating
July 12, 2019
A continuation of the series. Keeps making me want more
July 21, 2019
Great story
The story was great, it kept moving and keeps you sucked into what is happening. Yet there are many spelling and grammar mistakes.
The story was great, it kept moving and keeps you sucked into what is happening. Yet there are many spelling and grammar mistakes.
July 29, 2019
Interesting
The poly thinkers as new characters develop and the storyline shifts. Seems time travel is a real possibility, and I soon expect paradoxes to form.
The poly thinkers as new characters develop and the storyline shifts. Seems time travel is a real possibility, and I soon expect paradoxes to form.
August 24, 2019
Great sci-fi adventure, well written, interesting and imaginative.
November 18, 2019
AVERAGE STORYLINE, POOR SENSE OF HUMOR!
YOU CAN SLOG THROUGH THID NOVEL AND SOME OF THE FOLLOWING NOVELS ARE AN IMPROVEMENT. KEEP WRITING NICK, YOUR DAY WILL COME!
YOU CAN SLOG THROUGH THID NOVEL AND SOME OF THE FOLLOWING NOVELS ARE AN IMPROVEMENT. KEEP WRITING NICK, YOUR DAY WILL COME!
November 27, 2019
Love the story....
I love this series of books. I'm enjoying the space fights and the characters along with the storyline is great.
I love this series of books. I'm enjoying the space fights and the characters along with the storyline is great.
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