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Lucky's Marines #6
Lucky Revenge
The universe if FUBAR.
Just when things couldn't get any worse, humanity finds a way. The invasion force is in shambles. The universe is on fire. An ancient enemy is about to end mankind for good.
Sgt. Lucky Lee Savage saw it all coming. He warned all the right people. He took all the right steps.
Look what that got him.
Now, his team of Bastards must make a daring raid right into the heart of the Da'hune home system before everything he knows is destroyed forever.
No pressure.
Gritty. Fast-Paced. Addictive. You'll love this high-octane military sci-fi because it's the love child of "Starship Troopers" and "Jason Bourne."
Feeling Lucky? Buy Lucky Revenge today!
Lucky Invasion is the fifth book in the Lucky’s Marines series.
Lucky Universe — Feb 2018
Lucky Legacy — March 2018
Lucky Empire — April 2018
Get Lucky: Mission Pack 1 (Box Set)
Lucky Forever — June 2018
Lucky Invasion — July 2018
Lucky Revenge — Aug 2018
Get Lucky: Mission Pack 2 (Box Set)
Lucky Justice — Oct 2018
Lucky Bastard — Nov 2018
Lucky At Last — Dec 2018
Get Lucky: Mission Pack 3 (Box Set) And don’t miss the free prequel story, LUCKY SHOT, available exclusively at www.LuckyShotBook.com
Just when things couldn't get any worse, humanity finds a way. The invasion force is in shambles. The universe is on fire. An ancient enemy is about to end mankind for good.
Sgt. Lucky Lee Savage saw it all coming. He warned all the right people. He took all the right steps.
Look what that got him.
Now, his team of Bastards must make a daring raid right into the heart of the Da'hune home system before everything he knows is destroyed forever.
No pressure.
Gritty. Fast-Paced. Addictive. You'll love this high-octane military sci-fi because it's the love child of "Starship Troopers" and "Jason Bourne."
Feeling Lucky? Buy Lucky Revenge today!
Lucky Invasion is the fifth book in the Lucky’s Marines series.
Lucky Universe — Feb 2018
Lucky Legacy — March 2018
Lucky Empire — April 2018
Get Lucky: Mission Pack 1 (Box Set)
Lucky Forever — June 2018
Lucky Invasion — July 2018
Lucky Revenge — Aug 2018
Get Lucky: Mission Pack 2 (Box Set)
Lucky Justice — Oct 2018
Lucky Bastard — Nov 2018
Lucky At Last — Dec 2018
Get Lucky: Mission Pack 3 (Box Set) And don’t miss the free prequel story, LUCKY SHOT, available exclusively at www.LuckyShotBook.com
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October 31, 2024
This is book #6 in the series so it should not be where you begin. That would be Lucky Universe https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
"“We’re not dead yet,” Lucky said. “In my book, that’s a great start to a dive.”"
The bad guys have Old Earth in their crosshairs and will “The Lucky Bastards” be in time to save it?
And Lucky has Rocky (his personal A.I.) to give him insights like this: "“This would be hilarious if someone wasn’t trying to kill us,” Rocky offered. “Oh, wait, it’s still hilarious.”"
"The Da’hune let out a ferocious scream and lunged forward at Lucky. Maybe it was the lingering effects of his resistance to whatever was controlling him, but Clawdius judged poorly in his first attempt to run his claw through Lucky. He lunged too early and lost his momentum. But Lucky was caught in the same moment of blind rage, and he couldn’t have calculated any better. Maybe his spiders had somehow been able to cut through the insanity in his mind in that moment. More likely, it was just pure blind luck."
The basic alliances in this universe keep shifting but, is James running out of ways to keep this on the cutting edge? This book is more of a holding pattern. He has to make us care about more that the survival of Lucky and it isn’t here. In fact, we are in much the same position as is a member of his team, Miggs: "In truth, Miggs didn’t like Lucky. He ran the team like shit, and had no respect for the Empire or what it stood for. He couldn’t even call the Emperor by her title. But she didn’t want to stand here and watch the asshole die. She knew enough about the mission to know this was a one-way mission for her and Angel. That missile wasn’t meant to go back up. They had to find another way out, and Lucky was the only one who could get them back through that corridor and out of here."
We will see if James can write his way out of this self-generated cul de sac. I will tee the next book up, but I'm not in a hurry to get into it.
2.5
"“We’re not dead yet,” Lucky said. “In my book, that’s a great start to a dive.”"
The bad guys have Old Earth in their crosshairs and will “The Lucky Bastards” be in time to save it?
And Lucky has Rocky (his personal A.I.) to give him insights like this: "“This would be hilarious if someone wasn’t trying to kill us,” Rocky offered. “Oh, wait, it’s still hilarious.”"
"The Da’hune let out a ferocious scream and lunged forward at Lucky. Maybe it was the lingering effects of his resistance to whatever was controlling him, but Clawdius judged poorly in his first attempt to run his claw through Lucky. He lunged too early and lost his momentum. But Lucky was caught in the same moment of blind rage, and he couldn’t have calculated any better. Maybe his spiders had somehow been able to cut through the insanity in his mind in that moment. More likely, it was just pure blind luck."
The basic alliances in this universe keep shifting but, is James running out of ways to keep this on the cutting edge? This book is more of a holding pattern. He has to make us care about more that the survival of Lucky and it isn’t here. In fact, we are in much the same position as is a member of his team, Miggs: "In truth, Miggs didn’t like Lucky. He ran the team like shit, and had no respect for the Empire or what it stood for. He couldn’t even call the Emperor by her title. But she didn’t want to stand here and watch the asshole die. She knew enough about the mission to know this was a one-way mission for her and Angel. That missile wasn’t meant to go back up. They had to find another way out, and Lucky was the only one who could get them back through that corridor and out of here."
We will see if James can write his way out of this self-generated cul de sac. I will tee the next book up, but I'm not in a hurry to get into it.
2.5
February 8, 2019
It took me a little bit to work out again what all the various alliances were, so try to read this book while the previous one is still fresh in your mind.
I found some of April’s machinations a little opaque and overly complex. She tends to the extreme of paranoia and secret-keeping. It makes her character interesting, especially when paired with her particularly entertaining brand of crazy, but she does tend to over-complicate things. Maybe I’m just a little sleepy today, but I never did entirely figure out why she did certain things in a certain way and added particular layers to her plan.
The narrative tone is snarky, sarcastic, zingy, and clever. I really enjoy the feel it lends to the book.
The action quotient, as always, is high and creative. Lucky and his marines, while trying to deploy, get their drop ship blown up and end up making their way to a space station in a highly dangerous, unusual, and eventually hilarious manner. A chase scene that plays out on slow-moving cargo-loader drone platforms–something that sounds ridiculous–is explosive and exciting. As usual the Hate puts in an appearance and Lucky gets the ever-loving crap beat out of him. Things get seriously bloody, folks! Thanks to on-board AIs, nanobots, med bots, regeneration patches, and so on, the marines can take an awful lot of damage and keep on ticking.
Make sure to read past the author’s note at the end–the author included a copy of “Lucky Shot” in the kindle ebook version I read, which is Lucky’s origin story. This volume is a solid entry into the series, and I look forward to the next release!
Original review posted on my blog: http://www.errantdreams.com/2019/02/r...
I found some of April’s machinations a little opaque and overly complex. She tends to the extreme of paranoia and secret-keeping. It makes her character interesting, especially when paired with her particularly entertaining brand of crazy, but she does tend to over-complicate things. Maybe I’m just a little sleepy today, but I never did entirely figure out why she did certain things in a certain way and added particular layers to her plan.
The narrative tone is snarky, sarcastic, zingy, and clever. I really enjoy the feel it lends to the book.
The action quotient, as always, is high and creative. Lucky and his marines, while trying to deploy, get their drop ship blown up and end up making their way to a space station in a highly dangerous, unusual, and eventually hilarious manner. A chase scene that plays out on slow-moving cargo-loader drone platforms–something that sounds ridiculous–is explosive and exciting. As usual the Hate puts in an appearance and Lucky gets the ever-loving crap beat out of him. Things get seriously bloody, folks! Thanks to on-board AIs, nanobots, med bots, regeneration patches, and so on, the marines can take an awful lot of damage and keep on ticking.
Make sure to read past the author’s note at the end–the author included a copy of “Lucky Shot” in the kindle ebook version I read, which is Lucky’s origin story. This volume is a solid entry into the series, and I look forward to the next release!
Original review posted on my blog: http://www.errantdreams.com/2019/02/r...
August 17, 2019
I'm in it for the long haul
As I am nearing the last couple of books in the series, I have to say it's been a heck of a ride! The author has done an impressive job of making me care about an anti-hero who , not only isn't a nice guy, but also isn't particularly likeable.
The characters are more interesting than they are engaging, and even off putting.
That said, the stories are interesting, original, and I love the tech: especially the nanobots that repeatedly save everyone's skin; literally.
Rocky is my favorite character.
If you like good space opera, read the series. Enjoy!
Note: Some mature language, mature innuendos, and extreme violence.
As I am nearing the last couple of books in the series, I have to say it's been a heck of a ride! The author has done an impressive job of making me care about an anti-hero who , not only isn't a nice guy, but also isn't particularly likeable.
The characters are more interesting than they are engaging, and even off putting.
That said, the stories are interesting, original, and I love the tech: especially the nanobots that repeatedly save everyone's skin; literally.
Rocky is my favorite character.
If you like good space opera, read the series. Enjoy!
Note: Some mature language, mature innuendos, and extreme violence.
August 28, 2019
Still good, but...
Like Lucky, but I'm somewhat lost with some of the manipulation between the 2 alien races, Emperor April, the various human factions.
Will continue the series, but might take a break, especially if I don't see something more with Rocky, the other A.I.'s, maybe something with Malby. Disappointed in the death of Miggs.
Like Lucky, but I'm somewhat lost with some of the manipulation between the 2 alien races, Emperor April, the various human factions.
Will continue the series, but might take a break, especially if I don't see something more with Rocky, the other A.I.'s, maybe something with Malby. Disappointed in the death of Miggs.
April 26, 2025
Lucky Revenge keeps the momentum rolling with its trademark mix of snark, chaos and space borne shootouts. While not quite as sharp as earlier entries, it still delivers solid fun with fast pacing and plenty of explosive moments. A worthy continuation that fans of the series will tear through with a grin.
October 5, 2018
Another great read of lucky and his adventures
It's lucky up to his be usual tricks again. A simple little mission that turns into something major. If you like lucky and his adventures then start to read and I dare you to put it down as you won't lol
It's lucky up to his be usual tricks again. A simple little mission that turns into something major. If you like lucky and his adventures then start to read and I dare you to put it down as you won't lol
December 6, 2018
This is the last great story that wraps up the second trilogy. If you like great Space Opera, you will love all of the adventures and action that Lucky just can't help but get into. I look forward to the next novel that will start the next trilogy.
June 20, 2022
The Saga of Lucky's Marines Continues.
New members of the squad, with a new mission. In Lucky's classic style, everything goes wrong from beginning to end. However, they accomplish the mission. With a new enemy on the front, and a old one at the rear, the war is heating up.
New members of the squad, with a new mission. In Lucky's classic style, everything goes wrong from beginning to end. However, they accomplish the mission. With a new enemy on the front, and a old one at the rear, the war is heating up.
September 24, 2018
Unlucky
I have enjoyed the series up till now. Very disjointed, far to many James bond moments (all the chase scenes), loads of inconsistency, I could go on but I wont, sorry Lucky
I have enjoyed the series up till now. Very disjointed, far to many James bond moments (all the chase scenes), loads of inconsistency, I could go on but I wont, sorry Lucky
November 2, 2018
Great series!
Space marines what else needs to be said! awesome series will read again for sure. Well written and very enjoyable!
Space marines what else needs to be said! awesome series will read again for sure. Well written and very enjoyable!
December 27, 2018
Great story!
I can't say enough good things about the Lucky stories. Love the sarcastic humor and that he gets his ass kicked all the time but still heals enough to keep going.
I can't say enough good things about the Lucky stories. Love the sarcastic humor and that he gets his ass kicked all the time but still heals enough to keep going.
May 28, 2019
Another Solid Installment
Introduces several new characters and a new storyline. Same themes as before. If liked the first few books, you’ll enjoy this one as well.
Introduces several new characters and a new storyline. Same themes as before. If liked the first few books, you’ll enjoy this one as well.
May 25, 2020
Very intertaining read
February 7, 2021
Light & easy reading well worth looking at.
With a military mind I thought it would be an enjoyable read and I was right, now to look at the next one.
With a military mind I thought it would be an enjoyable read and I was right, now to look at the next one.
June 11, 2021
Another entertaining book
The craziness continues with the comedic and entertaining antics of Lucky and his motley crew of misfits. On to the next book.
The craziness continues with the comedic and entertaining antics of Lucky and his motley crew of misfits. On to the next book.
July 19, 2021
Good story but...
I have been enjoying the Lucky series. I like the characters and their story. My one complaint is that each book and the story have become formulaic.
I have been enjoying the Lucky series. I like the characters and their story. My one complaint is that each book and the story have become formulaic.
February 17, 2022
As usual a new adversary
As if the Dahun weren't enough, now humanity has a new enemy. One who is able to turn friends into foes.
As if the Dahun weren't enough, now humanity has a new enemy. One who is able to turn friends into foes.
September 8, 2025
good read
Still Lucky and some surprises. Next Old Earth and a bunch of new adventures.
How long will Lucky stay lucky
Still Lucky and some surprises. Next Old Earth and a bunch of new adventures.
How long will Lucky stay lucky
October 5, 2025
You won't be bored
Lucky, April, and the crew, Clones, Da'Hune, Dalmek, all the fun of the Empire at war with the Crimson Guard,
Lucky, April, and the crew, Clones, Da'Hune, Dalmek, all the fun of the Empire at war with the Crimson Guard,
June 29, 2022
Lucky mayhem
More and bigger is the hallmark of Lucky's Marines. Lucky is sent on a mission with no information on the reason he's going or the potential enemy he'll face. But one thing is for sure, he'll be in over his head. In fact his head is the only part of his body that won't get blown off. Thank the stars for those nanobots! Plenty of action and plenty of Luck.
More and bigger is the hallmark of Lucky's Marines. Lucky is sent on a mission with no information on the reason he's going or the potential enemy he'll face. But one thing is for sure, he'll be in over his head. In fact his head is the only part of his body that won't get blown off. Thank the stars for those nanobots! Plenty of action and plenty of Luck.
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