Waves on Mars

Artifact #2

by D.R. Swan

Dooms Day, May 3, 2101, at 6:00 and twenty seconds. The alien artifact’s predicted collision with Earth by the planet-killing asteroid was fast approaching. The United States had kept the prediction and the alien artifact which made it, a closely held secret but something had changed to alter the prediction, something unexpected and now the Earth was in a different kind of danger, one that might also signal the end of humanity. In “Waves on Mars,” the United States, helped by the information contained in the alien artifact found in 2085, has begun to colonize Mars and terraform the planet to make it habitable for humans. Mars has surprises unforeseen though, and those surprises alter the American path. Everywhere the United States turns, it’s faced with the unintended consequences of its secret use of the alien information. Now it’s backed into a corner and faced with certain failure or worse, the end of all life here on the only planet we can call, “Mother Earth.”

Genres: Science Fiction

439 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 18, 2018

Reviews

[Michael · Rating 2 out of 5]

First book was slightly better

I gave the first book a try and it was barely passable. The author seriously needs to research a few topics to make his stories, which actually aren’t bad ideas, more immersive. If you know anything about the way a government, the military (specifically rules of engagement and protocol), and security clearances really work, then you’ll stop reading at the same place I did. I just couldn’t take it anymore. There’s only so much credulity one can suspend for a good yarn. Also, the horrible punctuation and grammar slowed me down too often. Both books need extensive editing.

[Denise Johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Waves on Mars was as good as Artifact!

Waves on Mars was as enjoyable as the first book in the series. I can’t wait to begin the next book! I am not a science fiction reader. I do like interaction between characters. I like characters I can relate to. I’d recommend this to those who enjoy SciFi and those who only occasionally read SciFi.

[jimmie beamon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Waves on Mars reintroduced readers to space exploration and colonization

I have found this series offering a fresh vision of humanity's quest to travel the solar system and preserve mankind. I like how the author has protected the history of the artifacts and left me with many questions about their benevolence. What is the artifacts game? Looking forward to more revelations.

[Tom · Rating 3 out of 5]

Alien Danger

It was an interesting read. I don't think I got as excited for the second book. They were less important characters or the characters from the previous book didn't seem to carry as much weight. I would recommend the book I think it is worth your challenge to see if I'm wrong.

[Richard · Rating 3 out of 5]

Ok

Not as good as first. Numerous grammatical, spelling and story errors. Writer repeats parts of story. Not sure if this is a page filling technique or just an assumption that his readers are to stupid to remember. Basic storyline is good

[Mark Phillips · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well written and intesesting

If action adventure is your thing, this book has it. If political intrigue sparks your lamp, this book has it, too. A bit tedious here and there, but a great read. Go for it!

[Chris · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good Read

[Rod Norris · Rating 2 out of 5]

US rules again

America arrogantly hoards alien technology, and still almost manages to destroy the world.
BTW how big is a football field anyway?

[Jud Hanson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Out of the chaos

Haven't read sci-fi in a while but really like this trilogy. Great red herring ending to make you want to immediately read book 3.

[Chad Benson · Rating 3 out of 5]

good for fun reading

Quite a few typographical errors and incorrect word use, but overall a good tale and an enjoyable read. Good for quarantine SF binge reading.

[Mal Beveridge]

A good pace and kept the interest up despite occasionally wandering a little. A good read.

[Leslie Mallard · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thrills and chills

Well written with good characterization. One of the best science fiction books I have read in years. Hoping for a third book.

[George Warner · Rating 3 out of 5]

Story: good… Science:poor

D.R. Swan spins a good yarn… kept me mostly entertained except for some really bad science. He really needs someone to review before publishing.

[Gary Albright · Rating 2 out of 5]

see comments on the first book in this series called Artifact

[J F MCCABE · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting premise.

I have enjoyed the first two books in this series and am looking forward to the others. An entertaining read.

[Mrs S M Dutton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very believable Sci Fi

When I was reading this book I had to keep reminding myself that it was fiction.It was believable in a way few sci fi books are.

[kenneth L. Howard · Rating 4 out of 5]

What a rush!

I was hooked and you will be as well. This one will keep you up late as you won’t put it down. I sure didn’t!