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An old enemy bent on vengeance. The Earth Alliance isn’t ready. And war demands sacrifice… Chase Athanatos is deep in uncharted space, on a quest to save his wife. His old nemesis, Tanak’Vor, infected her with Spectre blood, forcing Chase to put her in suspended animation until a cure could be found. Chase killed him for it, but his wife is still in danger. Now, Tanak’vor’s brother wants revenge for his in command of a stealth fleet, Asrak’Vor plans to make Chase pay the ultimate price – along with the entire Earth Alliance. To defeat the Spectres, Chase must harden himself or the galaxy will burn again. And this time, there will be no rising from the ashes.

372 pages, Kindle Edition

First published May 9, 2019

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Christian Kallias

80 books152 followers
Aided by an abundance of Sci-Fi characters with supernatural powers, Bestselling Sci-Fi author Christian Kallias has a secret. He lives two lives. One in the real world and one inside his own creations, in worlds where he can lay down the foundation of his universes for both his and your enjoyment. Guess which one he prefers?

Christian Kallias is the bestselling author of the award-winning Universe in Flames Space Opera series.

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1,314 reviews8 followers
May 22, 2019
Tighten up your seatbelts and get ready for another wild interstellar ride! Author, Christian Kallias, has done it again.

As usual you can expect great character and world building along with loads of action in Nemesis, the newest installment from the "Universe in Flames" series. The characters and storyline kerp growing in depth and strength and keeps you looking for the next installment. With non-stop action, there's one crisis after another waiting around every star. You will find everything you want in your heroes; strength, integrity, morals, and of course the weaknesses that make them believable.

"Nemesis" is the first installment of The Dark Legacy series and continues the adventures of Chase, his son Chris and brother Argos. You will find heroes and villians -- both old and new ones.

It's been about a year since Chase and the Earth Alliance saved the universe from the Obsidian Empire. The Alliance is rebuilding their defenses just in case they are needed again. Chase has given up everything and everyone while trying to find a cure for the Spectre's blood that infected Sarah. While searching for a cure, he picks up a distress call and heads to give aid and finds more than he expected. Emperor Altair also receives an urgent call that turn his blood cold. Are the Spectres really our universe?

This series is a must read for every space opera fan! I suggest starting with "The Universe in Flames" series" and if you're not hooked immediately, I'll be very surprised. Of course you can start with Nemesis, there is a "Previous in UIF" section that will bring you up to date, but you'll enjoy it so much more from the start.

I would love to see this series on the big or little screen. It would rival the greats: Star Trek, Battlestar Gallactia, Star Wars.

I had the honour of getting this book from the author as part of his ARC Team.
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821 reviews11 followers
May 21, 2019
First of I must say that I had the honour of getting this book from the author as part of his ARC Team. This first book in the next stage of the saga brings the 'band' back together to help Chase search the unexplored regions of space to hopefully find a cure for his wife Sara. But that search also got a little more difficult with the Spector’s back and upto all their unholy evil ways. This first book is an emotional roller-coaster ride that will both excite and exhaust you both physically and emotionally. Recommended fully to all readers.
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813 reviews15 followers
May 21, 2019
This is a new break off series that take place after the furies are defeated and now they face a new threat the Spectres.
Very well written love the ease in which this story flowed from the last set. you can read it alone and still know what is happening but if you have read the previous books by this author it makes the experience so much better. A lot of challenges to the lives of the group as well as those around them plenty of adventure and striff to keep you interested looking forward to reading more.
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334 reviews2 followers
May 20, 2019
Continuing on from the last UIF book, this introduces some new characters and villains.
Loads of action as is expected from Christian Kallias.
Can our hero's find a cure for the Spectres blood infecting Sarah? Are the Spectres invading our universe?
Read the book to find out.

I received a free copy of this book.
85 reviews2 followers
June 13, 2019
And the action continues

Dealing with one Spectre is scary enough, but knowing that ships full of Spectres are roaming our dimension, is truly terrifying. Two new characters are introduced in this story and I'm looking forward to getting to know them better. Once again the author brings lots of action, twists and turns. An enjoyable read.
308 reviews4 followers
May 26, 2019
Nice

I have been waiting for this new adventure with old friends! I was not disappointed. Christian does wonders taking our friends on new adventures with plots and subplots galore. I like the way this storyline went. Waiting “patiently” for the next book.
174 reviews
June 9, 2019
Good follow-up to "Universe in Flames"

Definitely need to read the first 10 book series before starting this one. Otherwise you'll have a hard time getting into the universe and story line.
44 reviews
February 12, 2020
Great series can’t wait for more

Great series can’t wait for more of this series I read all eleven books so far and haven’t had any regrets only want to get to the next in the series, can’t wait for book twelve.
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583 reviews5 followers
June 1, 2021
Great Storyline

Well another great storyline with plenty of blood and guts lol. How w much more grief can Chase take. Really looking forward to the next episode all have been well worth 5 stars
420 reviews1 follower
May 23, 2019
If you were saddened by the way Universe in Flames ended this is a must read. A great book - I am glad to have Chase and his friends back. I hope they can find a cure for Sarah
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267 reviews
June 26, 2019
ow Great read

Excellent follow up a few errors, but in no way does it spoil the story . A really enjoyable way to spend an hour or so
12.6k reviews189 followers
June 27, 2019
I wasn’t into space stories before I was introduced to this spectacular writer. Now I can’t get enough. This was one intriguing story.
23 reviews
June 30, 2019
Good story

Good story and leaves me looking forward to the next book in the series. Hope the new characters grow with the story
6 reviews
July 17, 2019
Excellent

I found this book an excellent read and great read.i loved the first series and can tell that I’m going to love this continuing story.thank you.for an excellent story .
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69 reviews
July 31, 2019
Quick read

I was lost in the characters and their story of how they grew through out the story, and had a hard time putting the book down.
29 reviews
February 15, 2020
Brilliant

Can't wait for the next instalment of the coming events in this epic story,it keeps you motivated excited for the next episode.
20 reviews
August 20, 2020
Yes!!!

Back in the groove. Fantastic to see that the Universe is still fighting fit.
For goodness sake read them all!!!!!
45 reviews
August 25, 2020
Can't put down

Action from page one and never let up. Could not put book down keep reading as long as I could keep my eyes open
Profile Image for Wayland Abernathy III.
79 reviews
February 11, 2021
The story continues...

Chase keeps finding himself in FL situations. Someday, he'll find peace. I allows doesn't seem to be in a hurry to assist with that search just yet. 😉
381 reviews
April 23, 2021
Incredible journey

Although this is a prelude to darker times, this is an incredible journey with more untypical sentient beings brought forth in a stellar fashion.
353 reviews
July 21, 2021
Excellent Book

This has to be the best book in the series as of today which is all I'm going to say as I don't want to spoil it for anyone.
2 reviews
August 28, 2019
Should have read 5 stars keeps finishing on Clive hangers

I need to get book 2 I think that review s how good the book was nicely good luck Christian
56 reviews
July 4, 2019
Kallias juggles a large cast of characters and does it very well. He always gives us an ending to one book that makes you crave the next. Normally I prefer books that stand alone, even in a series, but in Kallias' series that isn't a "thing" for me because I know that his series' next book will be even better than the previous ones, and I will find myself rooting for the good guys.
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