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Terran Strike Marines #1
The Dotari Salvation
When The Terran Union has a mission that must not fail, it calls upon the Strike Marines.
They are trained to improvise, adapt, overcome and win every fight.
A deadly disease threatens the Dotari, Earth’s allies, with extinction. The cure lies in deep space, and Lieutenant Hoffman and his team will join the starship Breitenfeld as it journeys into the void and makes a desperate attempt to save the dying race.
Lurking in the abyss is a threat that’s waited with inhuman patience. Hoffman must lead his Marines through a gauntlet and evade a foe designed to hunt and kill them.
Read by Luke Daniels.
They are trained to improvise, adapt, overcome and win every fight.
A deadly disease threatens the Dotari, Earth’s allies, with extinction. The cure lies in deep space, and Lieutenant Hoffman and his team will join the starship Breitenfeld as it journeys into the void and makes a desperate attempt to save the dying race.
Lurking in the abyss is a threat that’s waited with inhuman patience. Hoffman must lead his Marines through a gauntlet and evade a foe designed to hunt and kill them.
Read by Luke Daniels.
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About the author
Richard Fox
131 books613 followersRichard Fox is a Nebula Award nominated author, and winner of the 2017 Dragon Award for Best Military Science Fiction or Fantasy novel, author of The Ember War Saga, a military science fiction and space opera series, and other novels in the military history, thriller and space opera genres.
He lives in fabulous Las Vegas with his incredible wife and three boys, amazing children bent on anarchy.
He graduated from the United States Military Academy (West Point) much to his surprise and spent ten years on active duty in the United States Army. He deployed on two combat tours to Iraq and received the Combat Action Badge, Bronze Star and Presidential Unit Citation.
The Ember War Saga:
1. The Ember War
2. The Ruins of Anthalas
3. Blood of Heroes
4. Earth Defiant
5. The Gardens of Nibiru
6. Battle of the Void
7. The Siege of Earth
8. The Crucible
9. The Xaros Reckoning
Terran Armored Corps
1. Iron Dragoons
2. The Ibarra Sanction
3. The True Measure
4. A House Divided
5. The Last Aeon
6. Ferrum Corde
Terran Strike Marines
1. The Dotari Salvation
2. Rage of Winter
3. Valdar's Hammer
4. The Beast of Eridu
5. Gott Mit Uns
The Exiled Fleet:
1. Albion Lost
2. The Long March
3. Finest Hour
4. Point of Honor
The Terra Nova Chronicles
1. Terra Nova
2. Bloodlines
3. Wings of Redemption
4. Hale's War
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He lives in fabulous Las Vegas with his incredible wife and three boys, amazing children bent on anarchy.
He graduated from the United States Military Academy (West Point) much to his surprise and spent ten years on active duty in the United States Army. He deployed on two combat tours to Iraq and received the Combat Action Badge, Bronze Star and Presidential Unit Citation.
The Ember War Saga:
1. The Ember War
2. The Ruins of Anthalas
3. Blood of Heroes
4. Earth Defiant
5. The Gardens of Nibiru
6. Battle of the Void
7. The Siege of Earth
8. The Crucible
9. The Xaros Reckoning
Terran Armored Corps
1. Iron Dragoons
2. The Ibarra Sanction
3. The True Measure
4. A House Divided
5. The Last Aeon
6. Ferrum Corde
Terran Strike Marines
1. The Dotari Salvation
2. Rage of Winter
3. Valdar's Hammer
4. The Beast of Eridu
5. Gott Mit Uns
The Exiled Fleet:
1. Albion Lost
2. The Long March
3. Finest Hour
4. Point of Honor
The Terra Nova Chronicles
1. Terra Nova
2. Bloodlines
3. Wings of Redemption
4. Hale's War
Subscribe to Richard's spam free email list and get free short stories set during the Ember War Saga (and more as they become available) at: http://eepurl.com/bLj1gf
Like him on Facebook (best place to reach him): https://www.facebook.com/Richard-Fox-...
Website: www.richardfoxauthor.com
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February 15, 2018
Uneven Read and Author Needs To Dump Partnership Concept
“The Dotari Salvation (Terran Strike Marines Book 1),” allegedly authored by Mr. Richard Fox and Mr. Scott Moon, is a very uneven read, at times decent, other times drivel, that begs for Mr. Fox to jettison his recent attempts at having a co-author. The sole author’s notes within the book is about Mr. Moon, nothing regarding Mr. Fox. It echos the same circumstantial evidence of “Terra Nova.” Mr. Fox is subcontracting, outsourcing his brand.
Mr. Fox tried a partnership in “Terra Nova,” a total bust in this reader’s view. He revisits the flawed concept again in “The Dotari Salvation,” bringing in Mr. Moon. It. Does. Not. Work. First, the storyline is obviously written by a tactically obsessed author, someone who revels in the minutiae of procedural tactical doctrine, woodenly repeating room and area clearing, rather than advancing an entertaining story. It. Does. Not. Work. Secondly, the “Dotari” characters, honorable, courageous, and engaging throughout “The Ember War” works, are treated as lowbrow, slapstick cannon fodder in this work. The initial chapter bringing the latest iteration of “Strike Marines,” with “Dotari,” is nearly unreadable, due to its stilted and awkward writing. Much of the dialogue comes across as inane teenage snarkiness, rather than the black humor of comrades in combat. It. Does. Not. Work. Finally, throughout the book, there are enjoyable narratives that echo Mr. Fox’s voice, reminiscent of earlier works of “The Ember War” universe. Those. Do. Work.
Bluntly, this reader has been a fan of Mr. Fox’s solo works, enjoying over a dozen of them. His repeated decision to partner with low caliber authors, as in “The Dotari Salvation,” has negatively tempered this reader’s viewpoint. Quantity over quality is not why this reader has read Mr. Fox.
“The Dotari Salvation,” has a qualified recommendation. There are sections that work, but it is not a true representation of a Mr. Fox work. The book was fully read via Kindle Unlimited.
“The Dotari Salvation (Terran Strike Marines Book 1),” allegedly authored by Mr. Richard Fox and Mr. Scott Moon, is a very uneven read, at times decent, other times drivel, that begs for Mr. Fox to jettison his recent attempts at having a co-author. The sole author’s notes within the book is about Mr. Moon, nothing regarding Mr. Fox. It echos the same circumstantial evidence of “Terra Nova.” Mr. Fox is subcontracting, outsourcing his brand.
Mr. Fox tried a partnership in “Terra Nova,” a total bust in this reader’s view. He revisits the flawed concept again in “The Dotari Salvation,” bringing in Mr. Moon. It. Does. Not. Work. First, the storyline is obviously written by a tactically obsessed author, someone who revels in the minutiae of procedural tactical doctrine, woodenly repeating room and area clearing, rather than advancing an entertaining story. It. Does. Not. Work. Secondly, the “Dotari” characters, honorable, courageous, and engaging throughout “The Ember War” works, are treated as lowbrow, slapstick cannon fodder in this work. The initial chapter bringing the latest iteration of “Strike Marines,” with “Dotari,” is nearly unreadable, due to its stilted and awkward writing. Much of the dialogue comes across as inane teenage snarkiness, rather than the black humor of comrades in combat. It. Does. Not. Work. Finally, throughout the book, there are enjoyable narratives that echo Mr. Fox’s voice, reminiscent of earlier works of “The Ember War” universe. Those. Do. Work.
Bluntly, this reader has been a fan of Mr. Fox’s solo works, enjoying over a dozen of them. His repeated decision to partner with low caliber authors, as in “The Dotari Salvation,” has negatively tempered this reader’s viewpoint. Quantity over quality is not why this reader has read Mr. Fox.
“The Dotari Salvation,” has a qualified recommendation. There are sections that work, but it is not a true representation of a Mr. Fox work. The book was fully read via Kindle Unlimited.
February 26, 2018
"Welcome to hell in a tin can."
The Ember War is over. The Dotari allies have returned, at last, to their home land. But so much time has passed, the people have lost their immunities to the pathologies of the planet. And they are dying of an incurable disease which has defied all medical treatment. Only one solution is viable: to find the sleeper ships sent out in search of refuge so many years before and get samples of the original natural immunities to return the natural protection. But the ships seem impossibly far away and no-one knows what they will find when they get there.
An exciting action filled adventure with emotional undertones even if the protagonists are somewhat two dimensional.
The Ember War is over. The Dotari allies have returned, at last, to their home land. But so much time has passed, the people have lost their immunities to the pathologies of the planet. And they are dying of an incurable disease which has defied all medical treatment. Only one solution is viable: to find the sleeper ships sent out in search of refuge so many years before and get samples of the original natural immunities to return the natural protection. But the ships seem impossibly far away and no-one knows what they will find when they get there.
An exciting action filled adventure with emotional undertones even if the protagonists are somewhat two dimensional.
February 9, 2018
kindle unlimited, have read quite a few of Moon's books, but hint here, probably not a good idea to read a humourous space opera then a more military one, so may have affected the score for me.
When The Terran Union has a mission that must not fail, it calls upon the Strike Marines.
They are trained to improvise, adapt, overcome and win every fight.
A deadly disease threatens the Dotari, Earth’s allies, with extinction. The cure lies in deep space, and Lieutenant Hoffman and his team will join the starship Breitenfeld as it journeys into the void and makes a desperate attempt to save the dying race.
Lurking in the abyss is a threat that’s waited with inhuman patience. Hoffman must lead his Marines through a gauntlet and evade a foe designed to hunt and kill them.
The Dotari Salvation is an action-packed military science fiction adventure set in the best-selling Ember War universe
When The Terran Union has a mission that must not fail, it calls upon the Strike Marines.
They are trained to improvise, adapt, overcome and win every fight.
A deadly disease threatens the Dotari, Earth’s allies, with extinction. The cure lies in deep space, and Lieutenant Hoffman and his team will join the starship Breitenfeld as it journeys into the void and makes a desperate attempt to save the dying race.
Lurking in the abyss is a threat that’s waited with inhuman patience. Hoffman must lead his Marines through a gauntlet and evade a foe designed to hunt and kill them.
The Dotari Salvation is an action-packed military science fiction adventure set in the best-selling Ember War universe
March 5, 2018
Strike Marines return!
A great read in a new series of the ember war books that focus on a new team of strike marines! The original team were great fun and this new bunch looks set to pick up the baton!
Bring on book 2!
A great read in a new series of the ember war books that focus on a new team of strike marines! The original team were great fun and this new bunch looks set to pick up the baton!
Bring on book 2!
April 12, 2018
Great story. Great action.
Really enjoyed this one. Great characters and action. The Strike Marines are called in for an unusual mission, but they’re used to that. Improvise, adapt and overcome. That’s their motto.
Really enjoyed this one. Great characters and action. The Strike Marines are called in for an unusual mission, but they’re used to that. Improvise, adapt and overcome. That’s their motto.
March 15, 2018
Brilliant Science Fiction Adventure
Everyone Who Followed The Series Will Be Relieved To Know The Adventure Continues!
Old Enemies Return,
But The New Strike Marines Are Up To The Task!
Peter Anthony Roland
Miami Beach Florida
March 2018
Everyone Who Followed The Series Will Be Relieved To Know The Adventure Continues!
Old Enemies Return,
But The New Strike Marines Are Up To The Task!
Peter Anthony Roland
Miami Beach Florida
March 2018
May 29, 2018
Amazing!
No one writes fight scenes like these two. Excellent start to a new story arc, a must read. Great characters, some new some returning. I read this book on Kindle Unlimited. It is very much worth your time. Read Ember wars first!
No one writes fight scenes like these two. Excellent start to a new story arc, a must read. Great characters, some new some returning. I read this book on Kindle Unlimited. It is very much worth your time. Read Ember wars first!
June 4, 2018
Good squad action
Mostly enjoyed the book. It is well written with good characters. I'm not a big zombie fan, so I don't care for the bad guys. Regardless, it is a good 4 star book. I plan to mine the authors for more good reading.
Mostly enjoyed the book. It is well written with good characters. I'm not a big zombie fan, so I don't care for the bad guys. Regardless, it is a good 4 star book. I plan to mine the authors for more good reading.
January 18, 2019
Well written, enjoyable story, looking forward to the next book.
Well written with relatable characters. Interesting plot that fluidly shifts between all the different threads. I'm looking forward to reading the next book in the series.
Well written with relatable characters. Interesting plot that fluidly shifts between all the different threads. I'm looking forward to reading the next book in the series.
February 27, 2019
Robert's Review
Outstanding start to the series. I am going to enjoy this one, a bit of the old and a bunch of the new. Now we move on to the different and action aplenty. I look forward to the next book. Thanks for a GoodRead.
Outstanding start to the series. I am going to enjoy this one, a bit of the old and a bunch of the new. Now we move on to the different and action aplenty. I look forward to the next book. Thanks for a GoodRead.
February 10, 2018
Very good book
Can't wait for the next one good characters love the way the brought the old characters back with new ones mixed in
Can't wait for the next one good characters love the way the brought the old characters back with new ones mixed in
February 22, 2018
A great start to another great series
This book got me interested in continuing the series. I can't wait for more from Richard Fox. Go read it.
This book got me interested in continuing the series. I can't wait for more from Richard Fox. Go read it.
February 23, 2018
Good book , waiting on the next installment.
March 14, 2018
Good Story
This is a very good story. I thoroughly enjoyed reading it. This will go in my keeper section so that I can read it again.
This is a very good story. I thoroughly enjoyed reading it. This will go in my keeper section so that I can read it again.
February 14, 2022
Didn't even finish this. Too bad. Even as an audiobook for when on the road.
April 10, 2023
Another gem from Fox. This whole series is the best of pulp fiction. On the edge of your seat reading. Highly recommend
May 5, 2024
Great military sci-fi with a great narrator
August 30, 2024
Great book love the story and the book narration this is the second time I have listened to it I highly recommend it
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February 11, 2018
Really enjoyed it. The story was slow to start but then kept me reading it. Maybe a bit over the top in the "heros" against all odds, and the finish a bit of an easy one, but it was a story and it worked 😁
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June 11, 2018A side-play in the Ember War series, involving the Terran Marines in the fate of their Dotari allies, who face extinction due to a genetic shortcoming. Fringe characters from previous stories come to the fore as leaders and heroes. Fnas of author Richard Fox and the Ember Wars will enjoy it, but the tale itself is not one of his best efforts.
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