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Honor Flight
Fifty years ago, the International Space Marine Corps (ISMC) fought and won a narrow victory against a vicious foe. Now, Fleet Transport 'Astral Plane' is transporting survivors of this battle when a garbled warning is received, followed by orders from the President of the United Nations of Terra. Her orders are Unconditional surrender, or die.
Abner Fortis and the other Space Marines on 'Astral Plane' aren't about to surrender, but what can two hundred aged ISMC veterans on an unarmed Fleet transport do against overwhelming hostile forces?
It's no coincidence their motto is DINLI. Do It, Not Like It.
They just have to figure out how.
Abner Fortis and the other Space Marines on 'Astral Plane' aren't about to surrender, but what can two hundred aged ISMC veterans on an unarmed Fleet transport do against overwhelming hostile forces?
It's no coincidence their motto is DINLI. Do It, Not Like It.
They just have to figure out how.
154 pages, ebook
Published October 20, 2018
About the author
P.A. Piatt
34 books18 followersP.A. Piatt was born and raised in western Pennsylvania. After his first attempt at college, he joined the Navy to see the world. He started writing as a hobby when he retired in 2005 and published his first novel in 2018.
His published works include the Abner Fortis, International Space Marine Corps mil-sf series, the Walter Bailey Misadventures urban fantasy trilogy, and other full-length novels in both science fiction and horror.
All of his novels and various published short stories can be found on Amazon.
His published works include the Abner Fortis, International Space Marine Corps mil-sf series, the Walter Bailey Misadventures urban fantasy trilogy, and other full-length novels in both science fiction and horror.
All of his novels and various published short stories can be found on Amazon.
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October 23, 2018
Page-turning, well-crafted military SF
The tale of the heroic last stand is as old as our civilization, so you know what you are going to get with this book, but the key is whether the author can make you feel what the characters feel. Piatt is incredibly good at doing this, and you quickly find yourself unwilling to stop reading. The war in these pages is by no means clean or glorious, but the character of the men who fight it is thoroughly admirable. There is no whining or angst, merely determination, so Piatt is able to create an enjoyable story without being simplistic or dated. There are no more tales to be told of the Space Marines, but one hopes we will see a lot more of this author.
The tale of the heroic last stand is as old as our civilization, so you know what you are going to get with this book, but the key is whether the author can make you feel what the characters feel. Piatt is incredibly good at doing this, and you quickly find yourself unwilling to stop reading. The war in these pages is by no means clean or glorious, but the character of the men who fight it is thoroughly admirable. There is no whining or angst, merely determination, so Piatt is able to create an enjoyable story without being simplistic or dated. There are no more tales to be told of the Space Marines, but one hopes we will see a lot more of this author.
November 15, 2021
DON'T FORGET THE AMMO AND FRUIT
It was an excellent read, to short though..lol. am a retired sailor, the space marines were spot on along with the officers. all three books were great the hero at the end was sad but any marine worth his salt will tell you if you have to die , make it costly to the enemy and take as many as you can with you .
It was an excellent read, to short though..lol. am a retired sailor, the space marines were spot on along with the officers. all three books were great the hero at the end was sad but any marine worth his salt will tell you if you have to die , make it costly to the enemy and take as many as you can with you .
December 28, 2021
Enjoyable but sad end
I liked this book after reading the prequel and it was awesome to see several old time marines still do their best to fight. Sad to hear how some of them passed by the actions of a traitor and we never learned why happened to that coward. Other questions too but it was still a good book
I liked this book after reading the prequel and it was awesome to see several old time marines still do their best to fight. Sad to hear how some of them passed by the actions of a traitor and we never learned why happened to that coward. Other questions too but it was still a good book
June 14, 2022
Heckofa Yarn.
This is a good series and if you're inclined to read military sf, I recommend you read it.
I understand DINLI, what I didn't like was the oft response, "indeed". It felt like an inside joke I just didn't get. DINLI comes from the same military source as SNAFU. Our enlisted have a good grasp of reality.
This is a good series and if you're inclined to read military sf, I recommend you read it.
I understand DINLI, what I didn't like was the oft response, "indeed". It felt like an inside joke I just didn't get. DINLI comes from the same military source as SNAFU. Our enlisted have a good grasp of reality.
March 25, 2026
Probably the most accurate depiction of (Space) Marines I've read
I know this is a work of fiction, but I know plenty of real-life US Marines and they behave exactly this way. Piatt captures the spirit and intent of the Marine ethos and brings his characters to life.
This is the first of Piatt's books that I've read and it won't be the last.
I know this is a work of fiction, but I know plenty of real-life US Marines and they behave exactly this way. Piatt captures the spirit and intent of the Marine ethos and brings his characters to life.
This is the first of Piatt's books that I've read and it won't be the last.
May 29, 2021
Spears in Space
Fun read; nothing better than a zero G spear charge!
Loved the inspiration for this besides the likable characters the author has a reliable knack for in bringing to life.
Well done!
Fun read; nothing better than a zero G spear charge!
Loved the inspiration for this besides the likable characters the author has a reliable knack for in bringing to life.
Well done!
October 10, 2021
A great read about heroes, the bond of brotherhood in combat, and fighting aliens! I have some nits to pick that keep me from giving it star number 5, but it is a great read. Piatt certainly knows how to ramp up the conflict for his characters. Go read it.
November 22, 2021
New author to follow
Yeh, more space opera, but I like space opera and Platt does it well.Good blend of character development and plot growth. Looking forward to more especially since Platt does not spin out one story into several books.
Yeh, more space opera, but I like space opera and Platt does it well.Good blend of character development and plot growth. Looking forward to more especially since Platt does not spin out one story into several books.
January 26, 2022
Well done
I truly enjoyed this semi stand alone novel. I’ve read the first four novels in the series detains the beginning. Now to wait for the rest. I have several friends and kinfolk who served in Army, Navy and the Marines. Never underestimate a Veteran.,
I truly enjoyed this semi stand alone novel. I’ve read the first four novels in the series detains the beginning. Now to wait for the rest. I have several friends and kinfolk who served in Army, Navy and the Marines. Never underestimate a Veteran.,
August 5, 2021
Read in one sitting
Great fast moving story. Hope more books in this storyline are released soon as I have enjoyed both of of the books on Amazon so far.
Great fast moving story. Hope more books in this storyline are released soon as I have enjoyed both of of the books on Amazon so far.
November 20, 2021
Great Story!
Very well done and I can see how it spawned a trilogy. The author has an incredible gift for story telling.
Very well done and I can see how it spawned a trilogy. The author has an incredible gift for story telling.
November 23, 2021
Fine military space opera.
Engaging characters and bloodthirsty enemies. Fine drawn heroic main actors. Might make a great film someday. I hope to read more along these lines.
Engaging characters and bloodthirsty enemies. Fine drawn heroic main actors. Might make a great film someday. I hope to read more along these lines.
November 26, 2021
Good book.
The book itself was great although there were some inconsistencies with the previous books. Good flow but the battle could have more to it,
The book itself was great although there were some inconsistencies with the previous books. Good flow but the battle could have more to it,
December 9, 2021
Fantastic ending to a great series
A well written ending to a very interesting story. A tribute to all Marines that have ever served Semper Fi
A well written ending to a very interesting story. A tribute to all Marines that have ever served Semper Fi
January 8, 2022
more of a short story
Fast read, ties up all the loose ends. Enjoyed it, and understand/ appreciate the end of the story. Somber. Pretty good.
Fast read, ties up all the loose ends. Enjoyed it, and understand/ appreciate the end of the story. Somber. Pretty good.
January 21, 2022
could not put it down
This was a book I had to keep reading. Stayed up at night and took half day off work today to finish book.
This was a book I had to keep reading. Stayed up at night and took half day off work today to finish book.
July 12, 2022
Awesome and unexpected
No better of an ending for the Abner Fortis books. As an ex military, hats off the author. Did not see it coming.
No better of an ending for the Abner Fortis books. As an ex military, hats off the author. Did not see it coming.
April 20, 2024
great space marine fiction
This is a great series this prequel/conclusion was well written and told a great story. I liked its ending. This is space marine fiction at its best
This is a great series this prequel/conclusion was well written and told a great story. I liked its ending. This is space marine fiction at its best
February 22, 2026
great ending to a great series
Definitely a good ending to the series , but I want to have closer on Gunny’s family ? How did his kids feel about his death ?
Definitely a good ending to the series , but I want to have closer on Gunny’s family ? How did his kids feel about his death ?
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