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Metal Legion #3
Hellfire
Mechanized Warfare on a Galactic Scale
The Brick. An inhospitable planet in Finjou space. Humans settled there anyway. Now the aliens want them gone.
Captain Xi Bao. Your orders are to conduct Operation Red Rock. Evacuate the human colonists from the Brick before the Finjou find them. Collect material evidence of the Jemmin conspiracy buried more than thirty kilometers below the surface. Easy mission.
But the colonists don’t want to leave. And the Finjou don’t want the humans boring a hole in their dead planet. And everyone has nukes.
Metal Legion gets thrown into the middle of an intergalactic cesspool. Make the humans evacuate. Peacefully. Using the awe-inspiring firepower of the mechs. Make peace with the aliens, even if you have to fight them.
The Finjou aren’t amused. Predators who believe in dominance.
Weapons free! Target, fire, slew the railgun, and fire again.
Metal Legion – climb the ramp and come along for the ride. It’ll be bumpy and hot, but the sound of the 15kg mains is worth it. Read Metal Legion today.
- GenresScience Fiction
306 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 13, 2019
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October 28, 2019
Hellfire: Metal Legion Book 3 - a review by Rosemary Kenny
Book 3 in C.H. Gideon's fantastic military sci-fi action thriller Metal Legion series, Hellfire leads seamlessly on from Frozen Fire, with Xi Bao now a Captain in the Terran Armored Corps, aka the so-called Metal Legion.
She leads a Black Ops mission code-named Operation Red Rock - on Planet Brick, that's now been claimed by the dominant alien race the Finjou. They want the human settlers off their territory and are not afraid to defend it with all manner of alien tech. Xi Bao's mission is to exfiltrate the reluctant-to-return-to-Earth inhabitants and try to broker peace with the Finjou, before an inter-planetary war breaks out.
Can Captain Xi pull off a spectacular coup for the Metal Legion?
What is her secret 'side' mission'? How does she persuade the human settlers to leave?
Another stunning episode in the Metal Legion series by the outstanding military sci-fi writer C.H Gideon that's sure to be another 5-star winner for him - and for all his faithful army of readers!
Book 3 in C.H. Gideon's fantastic military sci-fi action thriller Metal Legion series, Hellfire leads seamlessly on from Frozen Fire, with Xi Bao now a Captain in the Terran Armored Corps, aka the so-called Metal Legion.
She leads a Black Ops mission code-named Operation Red Rock - on Planet Brick, that's now been claimed by the dominant alien race the Finjou. They want the human settlers off their territory and are not afraid to defend it with all manner of alien tech. Xi Bao's mission is to exfiltrate the reluctant-to-return-to-Earth inhabitants and try to broker peace with the Finjou, before an inter-planetary war breaks out.
Can Captain Xi pull off a spectacular coup for the Metal Legion?
What is her secret 'side' mission'? How does she persuade the human settlers to leave?
Another stunning episode in the Metal Legion series by the outstanding military sci-fi writer C.H Gideon that's sure to be another 5-star winner for him - and for all his faithful army of readers!
January 17, 2019
This story just keeps getting better...
Some stories start out with lots of action, then get lost in the weeds as the author gets sidetracked dealing with esoteric issues such as societal evolution, political obfuscation, and the whole Evil Empire shtick - but not this one! Sure, there's a whole wide universe, a race of super villains, and plenty of stereotypical human political foolishness portrayed, but action and momentum are maintained cover to cover - well done! I actually ended up with goosebumps when reading the closing scene, and can't wait for number 4.
Some stories start out with lots of action, then get lost in the weeds as the author gets sidetracked dealing with esoteric issues such as societal evolution, political obfuscation, and the whole Evil Empire shtick - but not this one! Sure, there's a whole wide universe, a race of super villains, and plenty of stereotypical human political foolishness portrayed, but action and momentum are maintained cover to cover - well done! I actually ended up with goosebumps when reading the closing scene, and can't wait for number 4.
January 20, 2019
Hellfire
OMG . . . . The Metal Legion books 1 and 2 are great . . . . Hellfire does not disappoint ..... I think it is better ...... Looking forward for more .
OMG . . . . The Metal Legion books 1 and 2 are great . . . . Hellfire does not disappoint ..... I think it is better ...... Looking forward for more .
May 16, 2019
Very Good Reading
I thoroughly enjoyed read this series. Keep up the good work. Plan on reading more books from this author. Thanks
I thoroughly enjoyed read this series. Keep up the good work. Plan on reading more books from this author. Thanks
December 19, 2023
Metal Rules!
This is a great series of books. There's a downside to getting the box set tho, you don't get to see the cover art between books. Being a 50yr old that grew up in the metal age I'm loving the song references and I've actually got most on albums or cassette. LOL Also I've been playing them for effect when they come up in the books and it really elevates the whole experience. For instance when the Zero drops to to the surface of the Brick with Iron Maiden Number of the Beast and Led Zeppelin Immigrant Song blasting. Totally awesome
This is a great series of books. There's a downside to getting the box set tho, you don't get to see the cover art between books. Being a 50yr old that grew up in the metal age I'm loving the song references and I've actually got most on albums or cassette. LOL Also I've been playing them for effect when they come up in the books and it really elevates the whole experience. For instance when the Zero drops to to the surface of the Brick with Iron Maiden Number of the Beast and Led Zeppelin Immigrant Song blasting. Totally awesome
March 15, 2020
I want a mech of my own, you keep the jet pack.
I thought this was going to be just another military space story, I was wrong. This series is great! It is easy to follow with great characters , there are parts of this where I just want to jump and pump my fist in the air and scream hell yeah! Will be starting book number Four as soon as I finish this review. Read this series people! You will not be sorry.
I thought this was going to be just another military space story, I was wrong. This series is great! It is easy to follow with great characters , there are parts of this where I just want to jump and pump my fist in the air and scream hell yeah! Will be starting book number Four as soon as I finish this review. Read this series people! You will not be sorry.
February 20, 2019
Well worth the read
An excellent follow up to second book in the series. The characters are becoming more real as the story line progresses. I was going to take a break after this story, but now I HAVE to read the next installment. Great space opera if you're into that type of story. Especially fun if you're a Battletech fan.
An excellent follow up to second book in the series. The characters are becoming more real as the story line progresses. I was going to take a break after this story, but now I HAVE to read the next installment. Great space opera if you're into that type of story. Especially fun if you're a Battletech fan.
January 26, 2019
A great developing storyline, filled with hope, determination and a few surprises
The third in the series and a great development in the story, new friends, old enemies and a few twists in the tale...
The third in the series and a great development in the story, new friends, old enemies and a few twists in the tale...
January 30, 2019
Excellent
This was an outstanding action packed story . I can imagine the press being fake and I think solutions should go to war . I am looking forward to reading f more books by this author
This was an outstanding action packed story . I can imagine the press being fake and I think solutions should go to war . I am looking forward to reading f more books by this author
February 23, 2019
Superb!
A true page-turner, this book has it all. Suspense, subterfuge, heroism, suspected treason and aliens turned allies. Good relationship building in the midst of military engagements and, sadly, death. Begin the series with book 1 to truly enjoy the complexity.
A true page-turner, this book has it all. Suspense, subterfuge, heroism, suspected treason and aliens turned allies. Good relationship building in the midst of military engagements and, sadly, death. Begin the series with book 1 to truly enjoy the complexity.
March 13, 2019
Mech Riders Away!
If you enjoy military SF, grab this series. Strong character development with good action scenes. Interesting alien cultures collide with each other in a galaxy spanning story.
If you enjoy military SF, grab this series. Strong character development with good action scenes. Interesting alien cultures collide with each other in a galaxy spanning story.
May 9, 2019
Another great read
Another great read about captain Xi and the metal legion. If you have not read the previous books I would first. It won't take you Long to catch up as you won't put the books down. Enjoy.
Another great read about captain Xi and the metal legion. If you have not read the previous books I would first. It won't take you Long to catch up as you won't put the books down. Enjoy.
August 25, 2019
Don't you Dare
Haha don't you dare stop writing the Metal Legion as you have just stayed at the back of book 3 lol. I am totally loving the action and the banter of the teams leaders. Keep up the great work..😂😂😂😂
Haha don't you dare stop writing the Metal Legion as you have just stayed at the back of book 3 lol. I am totally loving the action and the banter of the teams leaders. Keep up the great work..😂😂😂😂
January 21, 2019
Enjoyable read
I found the book to be a really great fast flowing read. I enjoyed the banter and descriptive action entertaining. Was nableto put it down
I found the book to be a really great fast flowing read. I enjoyed the banter and descriptive action entertaining. Was nableto put it down
January 27, 2019
Great
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this. The new series is a great one and am enjoying the new species and characters!
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this. The new series is a great one and am enjoying the new species and characters!
January 27, 2019
Great story!
O have been very happy with this series of stories. Lots of action also great description of the machines. Fun
O have been very happy with this series of stories. Lots of action also great description of the machines. Fun
January 29, 2019
Great
Love Xi, Jenkins, Podsy and Styles! Warriors all. So amazing to read of their struggles and triumphs. More please I want more!
Love Xi, Jenkins, Podsy and Styles! Warriors all. So amazing to read of their struggles and triumphs. More please I want more!
February 19, 2019
Great character driven military action
Didnt think I would like this series, and here I am book three. Storyline sneaks up and grabs you and then dosen't let go
Didnt think I would like this series, and here I am book three. Storyline sneaks up and grabs you and then dosen't let go
February 24, 2019
Loved loved!!
Woot so far so good sadthis time around😫 but I’m going with the flow of storyline. Can’t wait to see their next adventure!
Woot so far so good sadthis time around😫 but I’m going with the flow of storyline. Can’t wait to see their next adventure!
June 1, 2019
Don't leave us hanging
This is an excellent series!. Well thought out characters, well written action scenes. Can't wait for the adventure to continue
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This is an excellent series!. Well thought out characters, well written action scenes. Can't wait for the adventure to continue
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October 22, 2020
Good read. Xi rises up to show her true abilities, but the enemy always has a vote.
February 23, 2021
Page Turner
Well written. Here south of D C late Fe6 the talk of government corruption brings to mind 6 January 2021. Tis not the same but still upsets me
Well written. Here south of D C late Fe6 the talk of government corruption brings to mind 6 January 2021. Tis not the same but still upsets me
August 31, 2023
Geeat
Keep going. This series cannot end until the story ends. I will be pleased to read every word. The gene is 4 coming out.
Keep going. This series cannot end until the story ends. I will be pleased to read every word. The gene is 4 coming out.
July 28, 2025
The search for missing proof of what the Jemmin are upto. Even more engrossing than the previous books.
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