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The Pike Chronicles #8
Armada
How far would you go to save the galaxy?
A devastated galaxy.
A mythical quest fulfilled.
Mysterious new friends.
Ruthless enemies.
A young Emperor finding his way.
A civilization on the verge of annihilation.
Admiral Jon Pike has found the fabled Builders in the Andromeda galaxy. With vague promises of help against the evil Erinyie, his warships embark on a perilous journey back home. But new, unknown enemies lurk in the darkness.
Can Jon Pike overcome countless dangers and return home in time, and in one piece? Or will he arrive to find only death, desolation, and humanity finally crushed under the alien boot?
A devastated galaxy.
A mythical quest fulfilled.
Mysterious new friends.
Ruthless enemies.
A young Emperor finding his way.
A civilization on the verge of annihilation.
Admiral Jon Pike has found the fabled Builders in the Andromeda galaxy. With vague promises of help against the evil Erinyie, his warships embark on a perilous journey back home. But new, unknown enemies lurk in the darkness.
Can Jon Pike overcome countless dangers and return home in time, and in one piece? Or will he arrive to find only death, desolation, and humanity finally crushed under the alien boot?
- GenresScience Fiction
340 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 25, 2017
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About the author
G.P. Hudson
88 books72 followersG.P. Hudson is the author of the hit space opera, The Pike Chronicles. He writes fast paced military science fiction, with an emphasis on world building, vast galactic empires, and power struggles. The Pike Chronicles is an epic science fiction adventure spanning the galaxy.
G.P. Hudson has been writing stories since childhood, and is a lifelong reader of science fiction. His study of history provides limitless inspiration for his stories.
For updates on new releases join G.P Hudson's mailing list at http://gphudson.com
G.P. Hudson has been writing stories since childhood, and is a lifelong reader of science fiction. His study of history provides limitless inspiration for his stories.
For updates on new releases join G.P Hudson's mailing list at http://gphudson.com
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June 26, 2018
Good story
Great story, fast pace, good action, but the ending felt a little flat, like the book just needed to be finished. Overall this is a great series. Read them all if you haven’t.
Great story, fast pace, good action, but the ending felt a little flat, like the book just needed to be finished. Overall this is a great series. Read them all if you haven’t.
August 10, 2019
Admiral Pike and his Armada of United Human Space Force which is comprised of Channisari and Earthmen along with the Diakans and the Reivers have traveled in search of ther Antikitheri, an ancient race thought to have built the stargate system. Admiral Pike has with him a Dvorkan, Miira, an historian and expert on the Antikitheri. She has greatly facilitated Admiral Pike’s contact with the Antikitheri.
Only the meeting doesn’t turn out the way Pike expected. While the Antikitheri were almost god-like in their demeanor, they didn’t seem to think that Earth’s plight was of much consequence. They initially told Pike that the Milky Galaxy was once theirs and it was pacified so they left. Now they have very little interest in that galaxy since they are governing or ruling others. But when Pike tells them that the Erinyie were now helping the Juttari, the Antikitheri said that was not supposed to be happening and they would intervene. Only problem now was, they didn’t indicate when they would intervene.
So, John Pike’s armada sailed back to the Milky Way galaxy wondering if and when the Antikitheri would actually help and if it would come before all humanity was exterminated by the Juttari/Erinyie.
On the way back, Pike decides to see if the Dovrkan would like to form an alliance. But, he’s met by a fleet of Var who have some tremendous abilities that match or exceed the UHSF. A battle ensues, one of many to come, with the UHSF coming out on top since they found a fleet of over 2,000 ships built by the Admiral Pikes AI while they were gone.
Then Pike’s armada moves on towards Dovrkan Prime at the invite of General Kiith, commander of the Emperors elite Taymati protection force. It seems that the Dvorkan Emperor is under attack just like his father before him. While it was said that his Father died in an accident, the Emperor now believes he was killed by those of his own military. He’ll definitely need some help finding out who is after him and why.
Admiral Pike and his armada do get involved in this Dvorkan struggle, but finally leave and find the way back to Earth or at least to Diakan. What they find there is almost impossible to understand. You’ll have to read the book to find out what happens. It’s a long book, but very exciting.
Only the meeting doesn’t turn out the way Pike expected. While the Antikitheri were almost god-like in their demeanor, they didn’t seem to think that Earth’s plight was of much consequence. They initially told Pike that the Milky Galaxy was once theirs and it was pacified so they left. Now they have very little interest in that galaxy since they are governing or ruling others. But when Pike tells them that the Erinyie were now helping the Juttari, the Antikitheri said that was not supposed to be happening and they would intervene. Only problem now was, they didn’t indicate when they would intervene.
So, John Pike’s armada sailed back to the Milky Way galaxy wondering if and when the Antikitheri would actually help and if it would come before all humanity was exterminated by the Juttari/Erinyie.
On the way back, Pike decides to see if the Dovrkan would like to form an alliance. But, he’s met by a fleet of Var who have some tremendous abilities that match or exceed the UHSF. A battle ensues, one of many to come, with the UHSF coming out on top since they found a fleet of over 2,000 ships built by the Admiral Pikes AI while they were gone.
Then Pike’s armada moves on towards Dovrkan Prime at the invite of General Kiith, commander of the Emperors elite Taymati protection force. It seems that the Dvorkan Emperor is under attack just like his father before him. While it was said that his Father died in an accident, the Emperor now believes he was killed by those of his own military. He’ll definitely need some help finding out who is after him and why.
Admiral Pike and his armada do get involved in this Dvorkan struggle, but finally leave and find the way back to Earth or at least to Diakan. What they find there is almost impossible to understand. You’ll have to read the book to find out what happens. It’s a long book, but very exciting.
January 17, 2018
A very very good book, can’t wait for the next one.
I am joyed this book very much, I enjoyed the addition of new characters such as the Emperor. The action scenes were great, the only thing that was missing was Add mall Pike in action himself. Love the AI sequences wonder what’s going to happen with her. Keep them coming.
I am joyed this book very much, I enjoyed the addition of new characters such as the Emperor. The action scenes were great, the only thing that was missing was Add mall Pike in action himself. Love the AI sequences wonder what’s going to happen with her. Keep them coming.
November 9, 2017
Another great chapter in this saga
Once again humanity and it's allies fo battle with the forces of darkness. New friends and foes make for fun storytelling. Cannot wait for the next book in this universe
Once again humanity and it's allies fo battle with the forces of darkness. New friends and foes make for fun storytelling. Cannot wait for the next book in this universe
February 28, 2019
When gods go to war
Well that was immense , aliens with a god complex.
Battle on a galactic scale and cosmic war. Great characters with depth and feeling.
I look forward to more from this series 😉
Well that was immense , aliens with a god complex.
Battle on a galactic scale and cosmic war. Great characters with depth and feeling.
I look forward to more from this series 😉
October 29, 2017
Great read, looking forward to the next one.
November 19, 2017
Good militaristic Syfy
As with any series or book it's always the characters and relationships that make up the story very good effort
As with any series or book it's always the characters and relationships that make up the story very good effort
March 15, 2019
Ok...I can't stop reading!
Series is better than I inially thought. Keeps drawing me in. Always have been intrigued by elder races showing up!
Series is better than I inially thought. Keeps drawing me in. Always have been intrigued by elder races showing up!
March 31, 2019
Really enjoying this series
This is a great, easy reading series that never gets stale and just as you think you know what’s going to happen next, something unexpected happens.
This is a great, easy reading series that never gets stale and just as you think you know what’s going to happen next, something unexpected happens.
August 27, 2024
Great book. 6 stars.
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