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Survival Wars #7
Mission: Nemesis
One last mission. It’s a promise familiar to Captain John Duggan. Each final battle has another following it, with another after that. They come to him with the inevitability of death. His latest task seems no different to the others before it. As events progress, Duggan begins to believe – he starts to see how his life might change at the end of it and how the lives of billions in the Confederation may be saved if he succeeds. This time, his superiors plan no less than the destruction of the Helius Blackstar itself. Struggling with hints of betrayal from the most unlikely of places, Duggan sets off on this most ambitious of missions. To survive, he must fight his way through a series of tense battles against a fleet of enemy warships in the harshest environments imaginable. Before he can achieve victory, he must also face the deadliest opponent from all his long years in service. The Class 1 Neutraliser Excoliar is out there in Confederation Space, and until it’s defeated humanity will forever be at risk. Nemesis is a high-action science fiction adventure and the seventh book in the Survival Wars series.
- GenresScience FictionSpace
276 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 10, 2018
116 people are currently reading
63 people want to read
About the author
Anthony James
235 books108 followersAnthony James spent his youth reading what might now be called classic sci-fi and fantasy books. These days, he spends time in his study with the door locked against rampant and ferocious toddlers, writing books of his own.
That's the third person stuff out of the way.
For anyone who's read any of my books, you'll know that I write action science fiction that pulls no punches and which doesn't cram the good stuff into the last couple of chapters. The action starts early and it doesn't let up. I also take care to mix in plenty of humanity. The characters I write are all distinctly believable, often facing uncaring enemies and overwhelming odds. When they win, it's because they did their best.
Go on. Punch an alien today. Better yet, check out my series of books, each one filled with action, technology, warfare, aliens and against-the-odds survival. Lots of kick-back-and-enjoy weekend or evening reading.
That's the third person stuff out of the way.
For anyone who's read any of my books, you'll know that I write action science fiction that pulls no punches and which doesn't cram the good stuff into the last couple of chapters. The action starts early and it doesn't let up. I also take care to mix in plenty of humanity. The characters I write are all distinctly believable, often facing uncaring enemies and overwhelming odds. When they win, it's because they did their best.
Go on. Punch an alien today. Better yet, check out my series of books, each one filled with action, technology, warfare, aliens and against-the-odds survival. Lots of kick-back-and-enjoy weekend or evening reading.
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March 8, 2020
Well, all good things must come to an end... as this series did, but it ended about 40 pages too quickly. It stopped like running into a wall, and didn't clean up the story of the main characters involved unfortunately.
Sad, that such a great series ended so poorly, but still a great read.
Sad, that such a great series ended so poorly, but still a great read.
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June 2, 2018Ai
I have read all 7 books now I have to find a book as good as these. wish me luck as I have enjoyed each one of these books the hole story from beginning to end I've really enjoyed them all .Don't miss them .........
I have read all 7 books now I have to find a book as good as these. wish me luck as I have enjoyed each one of these books the hole story from beginning to end I've really enjoyed them all .Don't miss them .........
December 16, 2020
A Bit Disappointing
The long saga ends, mostly as anticipated and with a whimper rather than a shout. As delivered, I found the ending less than satisfactory and even though our protagonists survive, there was little resolution for many of the questions raised in this long series. I was expecting more, considering the length of the books and the detail often given for the events. Unfortunately, the ending was a bit short and felt rushed, as though three quarters of the way through book 7 the author decided the book needs to end now, this just needs to stop whatever way possible. The level of frustration is sufficient to prevent me from starting the following series since I doubt it would be any different.
The long saga ends, mostly as anticipated and with a whimper rather than a shout. As delivered, I found the ending less than satisfactory and even though our protagonists survive, there was little resolution for many of the questions raised in this long series. I was expecting more, considering the length of the books and the detail often given for the events. Unfortunately, the ending was a bit short and felt rushed, as though three quarters of the way through book 7 the author decided the book needs to end now, this just needs to stop whatever way possible. The level of frustration is sufficient to prevent me from starting the following series since I doubt it would be any different.
May 18, 2019
Five Stars
This was one of the best series I’ve read. James gave you an opportunity to come to know the main characters. At the risk of sounding like an old fuddy duddy, he wrote a book that had ( do I dare?) tasteful vulgarity. Didn’t see the F word anywhere. The overall series was a pleasure to read and kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time. As James promised, there was action from start to finish with hardly left time to come up and breath. I had to read each book from start to finish in one wack. Great job, Anthony.
This was one of the best series I’ve read. James gave you an opportunity to come to know the main characters. At the risk of sounding like an old fuddy duddy, he wrote a book that had ( do I dare?) tasteful vulgarity. Didn’t see the F word anywhere. The overall series was a pleasure to read and kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time. As James promised, there was action from start to finish with hardly left time to come up and breath. I had to read each book from start to finish in one wack. Great job, Anthony.
February 7, 2019
Very good series
I have enjoyed this series a lot. The main character is strong with a good support group in most books. This book seemed to be designed for a quick wrap up and seemed to leave something out for my taste.
I have enjoyed this series a lot. The main character is strong with a good support group in most books. This book seemed to be designed for a quick wrap up and seemed to leave something out for my taste.
August 11, 2019
Great Space Opera
After binge reading the Survival Wars series to get to the conclusion I regret finishing the series. I’m going to miss John Dugan & his indestructible crew (his Marines aren’t so lucky). Can’t wait for the next series.
After binge reading the Survival Wars series to get to the conclusion I regret finishing the series. I’m going to miss John Dugan & his indestructible crew (his Marines aren’t so lucky). Can’t wait for the next series.
June 4, 2020
Book 7
Book 7 was a fun read and had errors throughout. The overall for this series was fun to read. The characters and plot was well done and was exciting in spots and in others dragged. I enjoyed this series and look forward to the next series; 40 yrs later.
Book 7 was a fun read and had errors throughout. The overall for this series was fun to read. The characters and plot was well done and was exciting in spots and in others dragged. I enjoyed this series and look forward to the next series; 40 yrs later.
November 13, 2020
The series generally deteriorated over the 7 books it got silly that only John could do all the things if he was so invaluable why try & sacrifice him so often. Like most series I try to get to the end if they are just good enough but when I do I'm glad it's ended I wonder if its really worth it.
March 26, 2021
Fantastic!
I just loved this series! Thrilling... leaves you craving more ,as well as eager to read the next series of what 40 years later looks like when facing a new foe.
I really enjoyed this series.
Thank you?
I just loved this series! Thrilling... leaves you craving more ,as well as eager to read the next series of what 40 years later looks like when facing a new foe.
I really enjoyed this series.
Thank you?
April 24, 2021
I must admit I skimmed most of this. Seven books was a bit too long to spend with Captain Hacksaw Jim Duggan, the mirthless sod. And he never once used his trademark 2x4! (Sorry.) Seriously, though, the man’s like Scrooge McDuck. Grumble, groan, complain.
January 20, 2022
Great series
Enjoyed the view as a military man. Keep writing good stories. Liked the strong female characters. Nice description of technology
Enjoyed the view as a military man. Keep writing good stories. Liked the strong female characters. Nice description of technology
March 18, 2023
Scifi
Having read the series I started to care about the characters. Some have come and gone. This book is an end to the current series, but feels a bit of an anti climax. Seems to tail off after a promising start.
Having read the series I started to care about the characters. Some have come and gone. This book is an end to the current series, but feels a bit of an anti climax. Seems to tail off after a promising start.
May 8, 2018
Well worth the read from the first book to the last.
May 20, 2018
Great series
I loved this whole series. I felt like I could have been a part of this whole adventure. I highly recommend this series by Anthony James. Loved it.
I loved this whole series. I felt like I could have been a part of this whole adventure. I highly recommend this series by Anthony James. Loved it.
July 20, 2018
Great series
5 star. 5 big stars this was a lot of fun to read. A a a a a a a a
5 star. 5 big stars this was a lot of fun to read. A a a a a a a a
September 11, 2018
Great books
Fantastic stories have read the full series of books and I am looking forward to the third series hopefully I won't have to wait too long
Fantastic stories have read the full series of books and I am looking forward to the third series hopefully I won't have to wait too long
December 2, 2018
Very good
Excellent series of books, I really enjoyed the complete series. I am sad it finished I could have read another 7 books.
Excellent series of books, I really enjoyed the complete series. I am sad it finished I could have read another 7 books.
May 7, 2019
B good
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March 7, 2020
Mesmerizing
I did not believe I would get so involved for so long over so many books thanks for a good ride.
I did not believe I would get so involved for so long over so many books thanks for a good ride.
April 23, 2020
Brilliant
Finally finished the first set, hard to put down, each book a story in itself, but leaves you wanting more. Now for the next series.
Finally finished the first set, hard to put down, each book a story in itself, but leaves you wanting more. Now for the next series.
January 26, 2021
Capt Duggan
I have read another great book and look forward to reading more of the same. I have enjoyed this series of books and I find the stories interesting
I have read another great book and look forward to reading more of the same. I have enjoyed this series of books and I find the stories interesting
May 1, 2021
Enjoyable escape.
I am enjoying this series, however, it would be much better if someone checked it for errors. There are so many it takes away from the enjoyement.
I am enjoying this series, however, it would be much better if someone checked it for errors. There are so many it takes away from the enjoyement.
June 12, 2021
Excellent, action-packed series but let down by a very rushed and bare-bones ending to a 7-book saga.
July 2, 2021
Outstanding
Outstanding books. Great story line that is a very enjoyable read. Great character interaction. The last book very hard to put down.
Outstanding books. Great story line that is a very enjoyable read. Great character interaction. The last book very hard to put down.
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September 9, 2021I enjoyed the whole series. Lots of action and clever ways of pushing to the edge and getting out of trouble.
May 14, 2022
A good finish to a series of 7 books. Very happy I choose theses books to read.
October 27, 2022
One of the best
Fast paced page turner. Strong story line and good plot. He is a natural born story teller with great imagination.
Fast paced page turner. Strong story line and good plot. He is a natural born story teller with great imagination.
February 8, 2024
Good read.
This was a great finish to this part of the series I really enjoyed reading the books in it. So it's on to the next part and see what happens.
This was a great finish to this part of the series I really enjoyed reading the books in it. So it's on to the next part and see what happens.
May 21, 2024
Loved it
July 15, 2024
4.5/5 Stars
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