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Legacy War #3
Alliance
A Chance for Peace
The crew of the Gnosis is set to make history again, this time for diplomacy. A message from the Pahxin has arrived, inviting humanity to a neutral space station where they might negotiate a treaty for cooperation and peace. It seems like a perfect opportunity to gain an ally against the malevolent Tol’An and the insidious Kalrawv Group.
But a dark force musters against them, one bent on disrupting this moment of peace with chaos. The joint forces of two worlds must come together to save not only themselves but also the delicate chance for lasting peace and cooperation. As the conflict intensifies, the crew of the Gnosis is confronted with a very real possibility of defeat.
The crew of the Gnosis is set to make history again, this time for diplomacy. A message from the Pahxin has arrived, inviting humanity to a neutral space station where they might negotiate a treaty for cooperation and peace. It seems like a perfect opportunity to gain an ally against the malevolent Tol’An and the insidious Kalrawv Group.
But a dark force musters against them, one bent on disrupting this moment of peace with chaos. The joint forces of two worlds must come together to save not only themselves but also the delicate chance for lasting peace and cooperation. As the conflict intensifies, the crew of the Gnosis is confronted with a very real possibility of defeat.
192 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 18, 2018
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May 11, 2018
By now we should be used to the fact that Earth has only produced one FTL starship that’s capable of some combat. It has performed well in the two previous missions fighting off some rather pesky Kalrawv Group ships and the somewhat more difficult Tol’An terrorist. This next mission should be a “milk-run” in that it’s only an Ambassadorial transport mission. For some reason, Earth has designated Admiral Reach as it’s Ambassador to the conference with the Pahxin. It is hoped that the two civilization can come to some mutual agreement to share technology and provide each other some mutual support against the Tol’An.
Of course the Tol’An know about the pending meeting and will be attempting to sabotage it as much as they can. If they can capture the two primary Ambassadors, that would send a signal to everyone that they were a power to be reckoned with. So we get to read about the leader of the Tol’An and met his chief henchman who like all good bad guys runs around in black with a black hood covering his face.
So what turns out to be a fairly easy mission becomes a major battle. Fortunately for the humans, the Pahxin have sent a small flotilla as their escort for their Ambassador. These ships are much larger than the Gnosis and we soon find out they are also much more capable. The Tol’An conduct a surprise attached against the neutral space station holding the meeting. The Pahxin fleet go to meet this new threat with the Gnosis staying to cover the space station and provide Marines to go in and rescue the Ambassadors. The Tol’An’s attack is really a diversion to get the Pahxin away from the station while one of their smaller ships docks with and grab the Ambassadors. The Tol’An have jammed all the signals into and out of the space station so no one can contact Admiral Reach to tell him what’s about to happen.
Even though the Pahxin pretty much destroy the attacking Tol’An, the ship with the two Ambassadors escapes. It is damaged and can’t go very far so the Pahxin and the Gnosis agree to pursue. This takes us to a remote Tol’An base where all heck breaks loose. The Gnosis finds itself terribly underarmed and out gunned. It takes some very heavy damage and it doesn’t look good for getting home.
Once again, Earth has sent out what we think is a capable combat vessel only to find out we’re just flying around in a toy! The Pahxin ships are so much more capable than the Gnosis that it’s almost as if they would be better off with us not around. So, an Alliance with the Pahxin will provide Earth with some substantial upgrades to it’s military capabilities, but what can Earth provide in return? That’s the big question and will the Pahxin ask for one of the two Orbs Earth now controls. It would seem reasonable.
The story doesn’t end here. There’s still a lot left to do and we’re just now finding out how ruthless the Tol’An can be. We’re also finding out just how ineffective the Gnosis is in it’s current configuration. While a second ship in the Gnosis class is about to be finished, it’s going to require some extensive refit if it’s going to be any where near to the type of fighting ship Earth needs to defend it’s Solar System.
Of course the Tol’An know about the pending meeting and will be attempting to sabotage it as much as they can. If they can capture the two primary Ambassadors, that would send a signal to everyone that they were a power to be reckoned with. So we get to read about the leader of the Tol’An and met his chief henchman who like all good bad guys runs around in black with a black hood covering his face.
So what turns out to be a fairly easy mission becomes a major battle. Fortunately for the humans, the Pahxin have sent a small flotilla as their escort for their Ambassador. These ships are much larger than the Gnosis and we soon find out they are also much more capable. The Tol’An conduct a surprise attached against the neutral space station holding the meeting. The Pahxin fleet go to meet this new threat with the Gnosis staying to cover the space station and provide Marines to go in and rescue the Ambassadors. The Tol’An’s attack is really a diversion to get the Pahxin away from the station while one of their smaller ships docks with and grab the Ambassadors. The Tol’An have jammed all the signals into and out of the space station so no one can contact Admiral Reach to tell him what’s about to happen.
Even though the Pahxin pretty much destroy the attacking Tol’An, the ship with the two Ambassadors escapes. It is damaged and can’t go very far so the Pahxin and the Gnosis agree to pursue. This takes us to a remote Tol’An base where all heck breaks loose. The Gnosis finds itself terribly underarmed and out gunned. It takes some very heavy damage and it doesn’t look good for getting home.
Once again, Earth has sent out what we think is a capable combat vessel only to find out we’re just flying around in a toy! The Pahxin ships are so much more capable than the Gnosis that it’s almost as if they would be better off with us not around. So, an Alliance with the Pahxin will provide Earth with some substantial upgrades to it’s military capabilities, but what can Earth provide in return? That’s the big question and will the Pahxin ask for one of the two Orbs Earth now controls. It would seem reasonable.
The story doesn’t end here. There’s still a lot left to do and we’re just now finding out how ruthless the Tol’An can be. We’re also finding out just how ineffective the Gnosis is in it’s current configuration. While a second ship in the Gnosis class is about to be finished, it’s going to require some extensive refit if it’s going to be any where near to the type of fighting ship Earth needs to defend it’s Solar System.
May 3, 2018
Another great read, the Gnosis and her crew once again have come to face to face with the Tol'An. But this time with new Allies, but it is never simple, what should be a easy task of meeting with the Pahxin Ambassador leads to a major battle. I am looking forward to reading the next book in the series.
October 18, 2018
Robert's Review
Now it is starting to get interesting out there. Some intrigue, some mystery, awesome weapons. Work on the fighters, Marine's armor upgrades and get some damn Earth ships. Then you got some action packed adventure in a box, looking for someplace to happen. Get some, come on... Thanks.
Now it is starting to get interesting out there. Some intrigue, some mystery, awesome weapons. Work on the fighters, Marine's armor upgrades and get some damn Earth ships. Then you got some action packed adventure in a box, looking for someplace to happen. Get some, come on... Thanks.
December 5, 2018
Brilliant
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April 22, 2018
Another exciting adventure
A great story and an always exciting adventure for the crew. Even in a boring diplomatic trip it turns upside down and once again the crew faces destruction at every turn. Can't wait for the next book.
A great story and an always exciting adventure for the crew. Even in a boring diplomatic trip it turns upside down and once again the crew faces destruction at every turn. Can't wait for the next book.
July 6, 2018
Proofread
I can't help wonder if the author is doing all his own proofreading. Bit loose with 1st, 2nd, and 3rd person. Left a couple story lines hang. While a good read, could have been a loot better.
I can't help wonder if the author is doing all his own proofreading. Bit loose with 1st, 2nd, and 3rd person. Left a couple story lines hang. While a good read, could have been a loot better.
September 8, 2018
While an interesting story line the author uses the wrong terminology several times. As former military I and others would hit the deck not the ground. There are other references that show poor research into the military mind.
August 19, 2018
excellent
August 28, 2018
Fun read
It's a fun read packed with action. If you ignore the technology faults it's an exciting and fun read. I would say maybe pg13 for blood and guts.
It's a fun read packed with action. If you ignore the technology faults it's an exciting and fun read. I would say maybe pg13 for blood and guts.
October 17, 2018
Good plot but it lacks something. I will continue to follow this series.
November 29, 2018
Sci Fi Terrorists done right
Nicely done Sci Fi story dealing with alien terrorists. Their ruthlessness reminds me of real terrorists. Similar levels of ruthlessness. Good read.
Nicely done Sci Fi story dealing with alien terrorists. Their ruthlessness reminds me of real terrorists. Similar levels of ruthlessness. Good read.
March 20, 2019
Kidnapped!! The Hunt is ON!!
When the crew attends a summit meeting, a terrorist group shows up and steels the Admiral and a Ambassador! Now the hunt is on to rescue them!
When the crew attends a summit meeting, a terrorist group shows up and steels the Admiral and a Ambassador! Now the hunt is on to rescue them!
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June 4, 2018Spec-Ops will love this story if it screens.
Wow! Lots of bombs, missiles, guns, battle damage and all those things. Often, the action happens so fast that I must re-read a section just to keep up!
Wow! Lots of bombs, missiles, guns, battle damage and all those things. Often, the action happens so fast that I must re-read a section just to keep up!
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