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Fringe Worlds #2
Efferus
At the edge of known space, Marine Lieutenant Gant Maker continues his vengeful pursuit of the alien race known as the Vacra.Now confirmed to have stolen weapons and tech so advanced that it can’t even be classified, the Vacra represent a menace unlike anything mankind has ever faced. For Maker, the threat is also personal, as the treacherous and cunning insectoids - still smarting from their stunning defeat at his hands during their last encounter - have specifically targeted him for capture, along with his exotic alien companion, Erlen.Going well beyond any charted or civilized worlds, Maker and his loyal crew of misfits once again find themselves outnumbered and outgunned. With the fate of humanity hanging in the balance, even their unique talents may not be enough to overcome the odds this time, which include not only the Vacra’s alien armada, but a mysterious being with the ability to utterly destroy anything it touches.
353 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 30, 2017
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May 18, 2019
Efferus by Kevin Hardman and narrated by Mikael Naramore is an audible book I requested and the review is voluntary. This series fills the Firefly hole in my heart! It has all the daring and unconventional escapades, the unique but skilled crew, and the great interactions between them. Lots of action, always in trouble somehow, new and exciting adventures, great plot, and it leaves me excited for the next book!
The narrator is spot on with voices, emotions, and makes the book just that much better! Thanks!
The narrator is spot on with voices, emotions, and makes the book just that much better! Thanks!
June 25, 2019
I received this book of my own free will for an honest review.
Coming back to this world was amazing, I just have to much fun with this crew.
Browing exceeded my expectations on this one, that was a nice surprise, hope to hear more of him soon actually.
Maker as usual was a pretty entertaining host with this adventure, the way he sometimes get tangled in problems is hilarious.
Adames was a favorite on this trip to he knows a lot of things and it's funny.
Efferus was the cherry on top all of this, an amazing discovery on this book.
Hopefully this is not the last I heard from them.
Coming back to this world was amazing, I just have to much fun with this crew.
Browing exceeded my expectations on this one, that was a nice surprise, hope to hear more of him soon actually.
Maker as usual was a pretty entertaining host with this adventure, the way he sometimes get tangled in problems is hilarious.
Adames was a favorite on this trip to he knows a lot of things and it's funny.
Efferus was the cherry on top all of this, an amazing discovery on this book.
Hopefully this is not the last I heard from them.
May 21, 2019
Wow, I love this series (but then again I have loved every series that Kevin has written about so it's not unexpected.) This book is the second book in the series and there had better be a third because I just can't get enough. It is so unpredictable with plenty of action and set in another world with strange creatures and aliens, so what is there not to enjoy and it is a book you can listen to again and again. With wonderful characters and a great writing style that keeps you listening this is a must have book.
This book sees Maker and his rag tag band of marines and civilians on the hunt for the Vacra, an alien race with a deadly past of killing every thing in it way. It's not long before they are on the hunt or before the Hunter becomes the prey, with grave and deadly consequences.
The narrator is just brilliant and I just love his range of voices for each of the characters, it's like several people reading the story to you so it never gets dull or monotonous.
This book sees Maker and his rag tag band of marines and civilians on the hunt for the Vacra, an alien race with a deadly past of killing every thing in it way. It's not long before they are on the hunt or before the Hunter becomes the prey, with grave and deadly consequences.
The narrator is just brilliant and I just love his range of voices for each of the characters, it's like several people reading the story to you so it never gets dull or monotonous.
August 2, 2019
Efferus: Fringe Worlds #2, my eleventh read/listen from author Kevin Hardman & the second book in a series that looks to be excellent! I don't restrict my reading to any particular genre. Instead, I'm a sucker for anything with memorable characters & a story that keeps me on the edge of my seat until the end. Reminiscent of Michael Anderle & Sarah Noffke’s Ghost Squadron series and Isaac Hooke’s Forever Gate series. Narrator Mikael Naramore’s talented narration added greatly to the book’s enjoyment. I was given an Audible copy of this book & am voluntarily reviewing it. I have to admit there were times I sped up the book because I couldn't wait to see what happened next. Different than his Kid Sensation series I’ll be reading more from this author & hope the series continues! (RIP Marley January 20, 2014 - July 24, 2018).
April 25, 2019
Excellent! Worth the Wait!
Round Two (technically, make that round Three) with the Vacra! Maker, Erlen & their crew continue their mission to find the Vacra and, as before, are wildly successful. All our favorite, and least favorite, characters are being themselves and developing. I could say more... but I don’t want to give away anything! An absolutely fabulous continuation of the first book’s story that could be read as a stand-alone. I highly recommend BOTH books! Please don’t make me wait so long for the third one!
Round Two (technically, make that round Three) with the Vacra! Maker, Erlen & their crew continue their mission to find the Vacra and, as before, are wildly successful. All our favorite, and least favorite, characters are being themselves and developing. I could say more... but I don’t want to give away anything! An absolutely fabulous continuation of the first book’s story that could be read as a stand-alone. I highly recommend BOTH books! Please don’t make me wait so long for the third one!
May 28, 2019
I was voluntarily provided this free review copy audiobook by the author, and found it very entertaining. As usual, Maker's plans just don't seem to work out very well. He has a good lead to the Vacra, but it turns out to be a trap. Not only that he makes more enemies, gets in a bar fight, gets shot at and all before he finds out that the Vacra, really don't want him. But he's smart and get's around that. It's a fun listen with lots of actions, suspense and humour. If you like adventures in alien worlds you'll enjoy this one. Can't wait to see what type of trouble Maker gets in next.
August 10, 2019
Continuing on from Terminus, Gant Maker is on a new mission with his crew. This time they are not only going to find the Vacra, this time Maker is out for revenge, in particular on Skullcap. Meanwhile, they are still after his alien companion Erlen, who has numerous powers which make him extremely valuable to the Vacra.
Maker's romantic issues are so funny. He acts all tough most of the time and can generally deal with any danger thrown at him, but a little flirting has him dazed and confused! It's a good thing his love interest is more than an match for him.
Maker's romantic issues are so funny. He acts all tough most of the time and can generally deal with any danger thrown at him, but a little flirting has him dazed and confused! It's a good thing his love interest is more than an match for him.
November 3, 2019
Efferus is a cool space adventure with lots of action and interesting human and alien characters. This is the second book in the series, but should work fine independently as well.
Recommended for adult and teen readers. Contains violence and mild sexual situations, but nothing worse then what you’d see watching Star Trek.
The narrator does an excellent job bringing the book and characters to life.
I received a complimentary copy of this audiobook. This is my honest and voluntary review.
Recommended for adult and teen readers. Contains violence and mild sexual situations, but nothing worse then what you’d see watching Star Trek.
The narrator does an excellent job bringing the book and characters to life.
I received a complimentary copy of this audiobook. This is my honest and voluntary review.
May 22, 2019
We are again chasing the ant like aliens, to prevent them from space supremacy. However, it is always difficult to know who is friend or foe.
Heart wrenching drama, when again Maker and his crew have to put their lives on the line for humanity.
The narrator does a fantastic job, transforming words to experience, giving the full impact possible for the reader's (listener's) benefit.
Heart wrenching drama, when again Maker and his crew have to put their lives on the line for humanity.
The narrator does a fantastic job, transforming words to experience, giving the full impact possible for the reader's (listener's) benefit.
July 24, 2019
Another enjoyable episode.
New lifeforms, New action, and good character development! The team is well integrated and united. And, now, they have a huge, antiquated battleship ---- so antiquated that "modern" weapons aren't effective against it! It will be interesting to see what Hardman comes up with next.
New lifeforms, New action, and good character development! The team is well integrated and united. And, now, they have a huge, antiquated battleship ---- so antiquated that "modern" weapons aren't effective against it! It will be interesting to see what Hardman comes up with next.
March 30, 2020
Efferus: Fringe Worlds book 2 is full of action. Marine Lieutenant Gant Maker pursues the menacing alien race known as the Vacra, as well as a powerful mysterious being, in a battle for mankind. Will Maker and crew overcome the seeming unsurmountable odds and save humanity? Find out in Efferus; much excitement and adventure awaits.
April 4, 2020
OMG! This Second book was so much fun to listen to, and the characters and Story was definitely reviting! To say I like this book would be a understatement. The Narrator did a Excellent job of bringing this story to life and same with the characters. I highly recommend this series and especially this Story.
April 29, 2020
Full disclosure: I received a free review copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Efferus was a great addition to the Fringe World series and it makes me excited to read the third volume. If you enjoyed the first book, then there should be no reason not to read this one.
Naramore is a great narrator and Hardman knows how to tell a good story.
Efferus was a great addition to the Fringe World series and it makes me excited to read the third volume. If you enjoyed the first book, then there should be no reason not to read this one.
Naramore is a great narrator and Hardman knows how to tell a good story.
October 15, 2019
Great Sequel
The storyline continues from the first book, suitably providing enough connecting details to help provide a seamless transition. Good Scifi with hard science and fictional science constrained by new rules. Good action, good tension and an upbeat positive ending.
The storyline continues from the first book, suitably providing enough connecting details to help provide a seamless transition. Good Scifi with hard science and fictional science constrained by new rules. Good action, good tension and an upbeat positive ending.
April 20, 2020
Hardman does it again. This book picks up directly after Terminus and continues the adventure of LT Maker and his rag tag team of cast off space marines. Loved the book. It had the right amount of action and dialogue. Don’t hesitate buy it.
March 6, 2025
Lieutenant Gant Maker and his team are back and trying to track down the Vacra and recover stolen tech. The Vacra are also hunting and want Erland, which Maker will never allow. Good story, with the team interactions building.
January 4, 2026
Still Hooked
This second chapter in the saga didn't disappoint. Bigger, badder challenges and a developing relationship, followed by a reconciliation of sorts.
Time to download book 3 of the series.
This second chapter in the saga didn't disappoint. Bigger, badder challenges and a developing relationship, followed by a reconciliation of sorts.
Time to download book 3 of the series.
December 7, 2017
It ENDED! Guess I have to look forward to next book.
Great read, can't wait for the next book. Enjoyed the storyline and hopefully Maker's companion Erlen will get some more press.
Great read, can't wait for the next book. Enjoyed the storyline and hopefully Maker's companion Erlen will get some more press.
January 13, 2018
Good read
Can't wait to see if their is another book in the works to find out what the characters get up to next
Can't wait to see if their is another book in the works to find out what the characters get up to next
October 28, 2018
Efferus Amazing
Another success. I wish I had an Erlen 😀
I love when a book captivates me from the first page. Will be waiting with extreme impatience for the next book!
Another success. I wish I had an Erlen 😀
I love when a book captivates me from the first page. Will be waiting with extreme impatience for the next book!
March 9, 2020
A wonderful installment in the Fringe Worlds series. I loved the character development and how the story flowed easily along.
June 30, 2020
Great books
I’m loving this series. I don’t much care for Dr Chan, but otherwise the characters are great, the story is action-packed and a lot of fun.
I’m loving this series. I don’t much care for Dr Chan, but otherwise the characters are great, the story is action-packed and a lot of fun.
April 5, 2024
Love this series!
Great characters, well developed story line and well written. I really enjoyed reading this book in the series even more than the first book.
Great characters, well developed story line and well written. I really enjoyed reading this book in the series even more than the first book.
December 18, 2025
More, highly entertain and rollicking adventures! On to the next.
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