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The Terran Cycle #4
Legacy
Praise for Philip C. Quaintrell’s ‘The Terran Cycle’: ‘A breath of fresh air. Philip C Quaintrell is up there with Asher, Hamilton and Banks.’ – Stephen Whitfield – Amazon customer ‘Great blend of sci-fi and fantasy themes, fast-moving and packed with action.’ – Steven Matthews – Amazon customer --- AND SO IT ENDS… They wiped out humanity's ancestors. They laid waste to the Terran Empire. They destroyed Earth. Now, they have come to harvest what remains. The Conclave has been preparing for war, but no one guessed the scale of what waits on the edge of the galaxy. Humanity's battle for survival has spread across every world. The planet Evalan shelters the remnants, but too few remain to keep the enemy at bay. Kalian Gaines can only see one way to win the war. If he chooses that path, will the cost of victory be too high? With human and alien blood being spilled, Roland North is in his element. Might the fate of humanity rest on the kind of decision a natural-born scoundrel hates to make..? LEGACY CONCLUDES THIS UNMISSABLE GALAXY-SPANNING EPIC SERIES. --- ‘This is staggeringly good.’ – Kindle customer ‘This series is going to be at the top of my re-read list for the foreseeable future.’ – Jemma R – Amazon customer
- GenresScience FictionFantasy
370 pages, Paperback
Published January 6, 2019
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About the author
Philip C. Quaintrell
22 books1,522 followersPhilip started his career as an emergency nurse and began writing the books he’d want to read as a hobby between shifts.
He published his first novel in 2016, and soon began his epic fantasy series, The Echoes Saga which went straight into the Amazon bestsellers list in 4 countries.
Now one of the best-selling indie authors worldwide, Philip lives in Manchester, England with his wife and two young children and is hoping this is just the beginning.
He published his first novel in 2016, and soon began his epic fantasy series, The Echoes Saga which went straight into the Amazon bestsellers list in 4 countries.
Now one of the best-selling indie authors worldwide, Philip lives in Manchester, England with his wife and two young children and is hoping this is just the beginning.
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December 21, 2018
Brilliant sci-fi series
If you love Sci-fi then this is a must for you!
It has great tech, interstellar travel, aliens, space battle, land battles, politics, dark varies, humour, drama, great plots, great characters, suspense and every page leaves you wanting more.
I wish there were more books, I so want to find out what Kalian finds on his travels or see how humanity fare in 200 years.
An all round great read!
If you love Sci-fi then this is a must for you!
It has great tech, interstellar travel, aliens, space battle, land battles, politics, dark varies, humour, drama, great plots, great characters, suspense and every page leaves you wanting more.
I wish there were more books, I so want to find out what Kalian finds on his travels or see how humanity fare in 200 years.
An all round great read!
February 14, 2024
A good finish
Enjoyed the Terran Cycle a lot. Legacy is another page turner kept me engrossed every time I had some moments to spare, some interesting battle scenes with a sort of sci-fi zombie equivalent,fascinating take on human evolution (not sure the science works but, why ruin a good story).
One can definitely notice the improvement in writing between the individual books (which is kinda interesting in itself).
I like the characters there are a goodly number of 3d characters- always a good sign.
All in all great fun!
Enjoyed the Terran Cycle a lot. Legacy is another page turner kept me engrossed every time I had some moments to spare, some interesting battle scenes with a sort of sci-fi zombie equivalent,fascinating take on human evolution (not sure the science works but, why ruin a good story).
One can definitely notice the improvement in writing between the individual books (which is kinda interesting in itself).
I like the characters there are a goodly number of 3d characters- always a good sign.
All in all great fun!
December 19, 2018
The series is amongst the best sci-fi
I've really struggled over the years to find great sci-fi that has characters with depth plus the imagination to draw pictures in your mind and make you want to read more. This series has delivered. Although throughout the last book I was begging for the end (in a good way) I'm now gutted its over. Such an enjoyable read, that's left a bit of a hole I'm sure I'll struggle to fill with the same enthusiasm
I've really struggled over the years to find great sci-fi that has characters with depth plus the imagination to draw pictures in your mind and make you want to read more. This series has delivered. Although throughout the last book I was begging for the end (in a good way) I'm now gutted its over. Such an enjoyable read, that's left a bit of a hole I'm sure I'll struggle to fill with the same enthusiasm
October 2, 2021
Great Series
Binged this over a week or two with the audiobook. First entry was definitely rough, but things really hit their stride further along. I would love to read more in the series, but who knows if that will happen. And because of that, I’m very glad Phillip left things with a solid conclusion while also hinting at the possibility of more. Good ending to a good read, from one Phil to another, thanks!
Binged this over a week or two with the audiobook. First entry was definitely rough, but things really hit their stride further along. I would love to read more in the series, but who knows if that will happen. And because of that, I’m very glad Phillip left things with a solid conclusion while also hinting at the possibility of more. Good ending to a good read, from one Phil to another, thanks!
June 7, 2024
I don't know how he did it....
... but Mr. Quaintrell managed to take this sometimes insane, always suspenseful, and sometimes downright scary saga to a highly satisfactory conclusion!
If you love this genre as I do, and enjoy fast paced action, suspense, and intrigue, you Must read this series.
But be warned: once you pick this up, it's really difficult to put down!
But don't take, my word for it! Find out for yourself!
... but Mr. Quaintrell managed to take this sometimes insane, always suspenseful, and sometimes downright scary saga to a highly satisfactory conclusion!
If you love this genre as I do, and enjoy fast paced action, suspense, and intrigue, you Must read this series.
But be warned: once you pick this up, it's really difficult to put down!
But don't take, my word for it! Find out for yourself!
September 3, 2024
Loved it
I haven't read a space sci fi book in a long time. Picked this one because I love the author and have read all his fantasy sci fi books. This series had me from the beginning. Should be a movie. Highly recommend this to all readers of this genre. Mr Quaintrell my hat is off to you for these books please write more I want to see what happens in the future for Karian. Thanks for the ride.
I haven't read a space sci fi book in a long time. Picked this one because I love the author and have read all his fantasy sci fi books. This series had me from the beginning. Should be a movie. Highly recommend this to all readers of this genre. Mr Quaintrell my hat is off to you for these books please write more I want to see what happens in the future for Karian. Thanks for the ride.
October 31, 2024
I just finished reading the last book in The Terran Cycle series. I thought of so many things to say (even now, I’m tempted to write a few paragraphs of reflections and praise), but I'm not very good with words. So I just want to say: thank you so much!
Thank you for creating this story, thank you for sharing this world and these incredible characters. Above all, thank you for having the courage to write something truly epic.
Thank you for creating this story, thank you for sharing this world and these incredible characters. Above all, thank you for having the courage to write something truly epic.
February 11, 2020
Excellent series!
Philip Quaintrell is a talented author with a creative and entertaining mind. I have read his other works, and they too are very well done. He has a unique way to his writing that I have trouble describing, but I very much enjoyed every one of his books. Thanks Philip
Steve
Philip Quaintrell is a talented author with a creative and entertaining mind. I have read his other works, and they too are very well done. He has a unique way to his writing that I have trouble describing, but I very much enjoyed every one of his books. Thanks Philip
Steve
June 24, 2021
Incredible
I’ve just finished reading the four books of The Terran Cycle. What a thrilling journey through the Galaxy and I’m hoping that one day this brilliant author will find time to revisit the many worlds of his creation, and allow his imagination to give us The Terran Cycle - Part 2.
I’ve just finished reading the four books of The Terran Cycle. What a thrilling journey through the Galaxy and I’m hoping that one day this brilliant author will find time to revisit the many worlds of his creation, and allow his imagination to give us The Terran Cycle - Part 2.
January 14, 2019
Great conclusion
This was my first break from fantasy is a while.
I’m glad he didn’t rush the conclusion just to wrap it up.
This was a really good series: great characters, setting, pace, and very original story. Thanks for writing.
This was my first break from fantasy is a while.
I’m glad he didn’t rush the conclusion just to wrap it up.
This was a really good series: great characters, setting, pace, and very original story. Thanks for writing.
January 20, 2019
Awesome series
Very sad to have finished this series, I’ve absolutely adored it. The characters are brilliant and the story was so gripping I was always waiting eagerly for the next release.
Very sad to have finished this series, I’ve absolutely adored it. The characters are brilliant and the story was so gripping I was always waiting eagerly for the next release.
February 20, 2019
Loved this series!
It really was a pleasure reading these books, and I honestly hope Phillip tellsus more about what Roland and Killian do later in life.
Side note: I'm good if I never see the word nanocellium ever again
It really was a pleasure reading these books, and I honestly hope Phillip tellsus more about what Roland and Killian do later in life.
Side note: I'm good if I never see the word nanocellium ever again
April 21, 2019
AI and humans part ways as a new adventure begins.
Our heroes grow to take their rightful place in the galaxy and Alf takes the rest of his kind to restart without people around. The series allows the story to unfold and for e everyone to find their right place. Enjoy the ride.
Our heroes grow to take their rightful place in the galaxy and Alf takes the rest of his kind to restart without people around. The series allows the story to unfold and for e everyone to find their right place. Enjoy the ride.
February 1, 2020
Just brilliant
I've just finished the Terran cycle books and absolutely loved them. Great writing, intelligent story and recognisable characters. I would definitely recommend them to all.
I look forward to a future where we meet the characters again.
I've just finished the Terran cycle books and absolutely loved them. Great writing, intelligent story and recognisable characters. I would definitely recommend them to all.
I look forward to a future where we meet the characters again.
December 31, 2020
Love this author
I just finished this series which I read while waiting for the finale of Echoes.of Fate. I love Quaintrell's writing style. My only regret is that he hasn't written more books.
I just finished this series which I read while waiting for the finale of Echoes.of Fate. I love Quaintrell's writing style. My only regret is that he hasn't written more books.
November 15, 2018
Great conclusion to a fun series
What a fun read! My only disappointment was that this is the last planned book. Can't wait for more books by Mr Quaintrell
What a fun read! My only disappointment was that this is the last planned book. Can't wait for more books by Mr Quaintrell
December 6, 2018
Another fantastic series!
I could not put this series down! Another great series from a brilliant author. Highly recommend this to any quintile fantasy and or sci-fi.
I could not put this series down! Another great series from a brilliant author. Highly recommend this to any quintile fantasy and or sci-fi.
August 7, 2019
a great ending to a an enjoyable series.
November 18, 2019
A fitting end to the Terran saga
Definitely a wonderful book to read that completes the Terran saga. The story is finished not leaving a lot of unanswered questions.
Definitely a wonderful book to read that completes the Terran saga. The story is finished not leaving a lot of unanswered questions.
February 4, 2020
Such a Good Read!
Great story. I was sad to see the Terran Cycle come to an end but really pleased with how it ended. Great job Mr. Quaintrell.
Great story. I was sad to see the Terran Cycle come to an end but really pleased with how it ended. Great job Mr. Quaintrell.
November 22, 2020
Great series ..I wish everyone could have ending like 👍this.
April 13, 2024
Amazing read.
July 18, 2025
What a way to finish a series. One of the best series I've read
October 14, 2025
Great author!
Looking forward to reading more of his work. Mastery in writing I haven't seen much of since David Eddings. Well done!
Looking forward to reading more of his work. Mastery in writing I haven't seen much of since David Eddings. Well done!
March 18, 2021
More!
Wow! I finished this series and love the characters, action and depth of immersive background. Thank you for writing a series I can escape from the worries of life for a while.
Wow! I finished this series and love the characters, action and depth of immersive background. Thank you for writing a series I can escape from the worries of life for a while.
July 8, 2025
Fourth time thru this series. Absolutely love it each time. I love Philip's writing style. Great world building, interesting characters with great story arcs. All without the need for overly obscene of perverted phrasing and smut. Huge fan of the Echoes Saga, keep up the great work my dude.
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