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Jack Forge, Fleet Marine #4
Forged in Darkness
A secret mission into enemy space. Traitors on board. Can Jack forge into darkness and save the day again?
The fourth story in the exciting military science fiction adventure from #1 Bestselling author James David Victor
Jack Forge is a rising star in the Fleet Marines. When the chips are down, he is still the man called upon to lead the way into darkness. When an old enemy suddenly returns, Jack must lead the charge against the enemy in space and the enemy within. Can the Marines win the battle in the darkness of enemy space before they are destroyed from within?
Forged in Darkness is the fourth book in the Jack Forge, Fleet Marine series. If you like fast paced military science fiction, Jack Forge is the kind of hero you can root for.
Download Forged in Darkness and get started on your next space adventure today!
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The fourth story in the exciting military science fiction adventure from #1 Bestselling author James David Victor
Jack Forge is a rising star in the Fleet Marines. When the chips are down, he is still the man called upon to lead the way into darkness. When an old enemy suddenly returns, Jack must lead the charge against the enemy in space and the enemy within. Can the Marines win the battle in the darkness of enemy space before they are destroyed from within?
Forged in Darkness is the fourth book in the Jack Forge, Fleet Marine series. If you like fast paced military science fiction, Jack Forge is the kind of hero you can root for.
Download Forged in Darkness and get started on your next space adventure today!
Always FREE on Kindle Unlimited
126 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 1, 2018
225 people are currently reading
32 people want to read
About the author
James David Victor
200 books92 followersJames David Victor is the pen name used by science fiction and fantasy author David J. VanBergen Jr. for co-authored projects. It is his way of sharing more stories with you than he could write by himself.
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Displaying 1 - 11 of 11 reviews
September 27, 2019
Very good story.
November 24, 2025
Forged in Darkness pushes the Jack Forge series into more intense territory, with escalating stakes and a clear refinement in plot and pacing. The world-building continues to grow in depth, the supporting cast gets more fleshed out, and the combat sequences are as punchy and cinematic as ever.
However, Jack Forge himself remains a mixed bag. While the character is slowly becoming more relatable, there is still something holding me back from fully connecting with him. His motivations and emotional range are beginning to show nuance, but it sometimes feels like the narrative is doing more of the heavy lifting than the character development itself.
That said, the story arc in this instalment is compelling and definitely a step up from earlier books. There is a stronger sense of momentum, and by the end, I was keen to see what comes next.
If you have stuck with the series so far, this one will likely feel like a payoff starting to take shape. It is not quite a five-star yet for me, but the series is moving in the right direction.
However, Jack Forge himself remains a mixed bag. While the character is slowly becoming more relatable, there is still something holding me back from fully connecting with him. His motivations and emotional range are beginning to show nuance, but it sometimes feels like the narrative is doing more of the heavy lifting than the character development itself.
That said, the story arc in this instalment is compelling and definitely a step up from earlier books. There is a stronger sense of momentum, and by the end, I was keen to see what comes next.
If you have stuck with the series so far, this one will likely feel like a payoff starting to take shape. It is not quite a five-star yet for me, but the series is moving in the right direction.
March 25, 2018
I love these stories plenty of action with believable characters. This one follows Jack and his marine squad helping complete a secret mission on board the destroyer Scorpio. Roll on the next installment would definitely recommend this series
May 5, 2018
Space is Black
Continues the tale of our Space Marine friends.
I like this series because the people seem real and completely believable.
The best description of the black abyss of Space I've read.
Continues the tale of our Space Marine friends.
I like this series because the people seem real and completely believable.
The best description of the black abyss of Space I've read.
November 23, 2019
Not even close to one of my favorites in this series. With Gorge be coming an officer it's like the character becomes completely lacking. The action disappears from the story even though it's intended to be there. Maybe the next one will be better.
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February 27, 2018
Jack didn't want to be a Marine, but now could not imagine his life any other way. The tension was mounting during this story and as Jack was holding his breath, I realized that I was too.
March 8, 2018
Another winner
Once again I find I must say Amazing read. The story grabbed me and away we went. I can hardly wait to read the next book in this series.
Once again I find I must say Amazing read. The story grabbed me and away we went. I can hardly wait to read the next book in this series.
March 24, 2018
Jack is promoted!!
Jack has been promoted but still gets into the heat of battle!! Read to see what he and the other marines get into this time!!
Jack has been promoted but still gets into the heat of battle!! Read to see what he and the other marines get into this time!!
April 7, 2018
Good read
I did enjoyed the book and the previous ones. Not masterpieces but entertaining. Bit short and with a bit of improbable scenarios but still entertaining.
I did enjoyed the book and the previous ones. Not masterpieces but entertaining. Bit short and with a bit of improbable scenarios but still entertaining.
June 7, 2018
Good
Great greater greatest what comes next???? Great read just like all the rest in this series. Hard to put down.
Great greater greatest what comes next???? Great read just like all the rest in this series. Hard to put down.
June 8, 2018
The Action Continues
It is a gripping action packed story complete with strained romantic undertones. Each mission offers unique challenges Jack must overcome. So far the battles have been unique.
It is a gripping action packed story complete with strained romantic undertones. Each mission offers unique challenges Jack must overcome. So far the battles have been unique.
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