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Adventures of the Starship Satori #11
Strange New Worlds
Earth is in danger, and we have no ‘planet b’ to retreat toward if the enemy strikes at our home.
But there is one planet so remote that even the Kkiktchikut might not be able to find it.
Using their star-drives together, The Satori and Independence can reach the extra-galactic star that Beth accidentally discovered. Scans of the solar system showed a planet humans might be able to colonize.
But space exploration is never without surprises.
The team sets out on a mission of exploration - which quickly turns into a desperate fight for survival!
But there is one planet so remote that even the Kkiktchikut might not be able to find it.
Using their star-drives together, The Satori and Independence can reach the extra-galactic star that Beth accidentally discovered. Scans of the solar system showed a planet humans might be able to colonize.
But space exploration is never without surprises.
The team sets out on a mission of exploration - which quickly turns into a desperate fight for survival!
220 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 31, 2019
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Kevin O. McLaughlin
174 books139 followersWhen not practicing hobbies which include sailing, constructing medieval armor, and swinging swords at his friends, Kevin McLaughlin can usually be found in his Boston home. Kevin’s award-winning short fiction is now available in digital form at all major ebook retailers. He writes fantasy in settings both historical and contemporary, and science fiction in both the near and distant future.
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July 2, 2020
This book takes a little while to get started, well, the really exciting part anyway, but it does keep you reading to the end. Strangely, the alien antagonist didn’t show up until almost two-thirds of the way into the book, but, this was a good read and very enjoyable.
There have been some books in this series about the Starship Satori, that never had the Satori as part of the story. But, not so for this book. It also revolves around the Satori and the Independence’s new mission. They are to go establish a new Earth colony or at least set the ground work for a follow-on colonization team. They found a possible planet by accident in the last book when the Satori and another Naga ship both jumped at the same time. For some unknown reason, this jump put them much, much further than any normal jump, like thousands of light-years from where they started. But, the Satori and the Naga ship both returned by doing a reverse jump and proved that this method of travel was viable. So, the Satori and the former Naga ship, Independence, have recreated that original jump into this distant galaxy to see if the planet in the “Goldilocks zone”, was suitable for human habitation.
As it turns out, this planet is kind of strange. Oh, the weather and overall environment is just fine, although they won’t venture out with out suits since the scientist aboard the Independence haven’t done their test yet, but it appears that humans could adapt to this planet quite easily. They see a lot of strange flora, but no fauna, absolutely none! No bugs or crawly things or any type of animals or insects. That does place some suspicion on the entire planet, but with no obvious threats showing up, things move along quite quickly for the scientific group.
Then they find the plants all have some kind of strange protection mechanism. They appear to be as strong as metal and will curl up into an almost indestructible ball with the slightest touch. Now everyone is wondering what in the world could cause these plants to develop this strange protection system.
Then they find out. What happens next is very surprising and quite rapidly overcomes the ground teams while the exploratory team in the Satori also find a mysterious black planet-sized damaged ship that doesn’t seem to have a means of propulsion, but is rapidly orbiting the systems sun. There is danger her for the Satori and her crew.
As I said earlier, this is a very good read. It doesn’t really take off until the later part of the book, but it is interesting to read about the original crew members of the Satori and their new jobs. I’ll continue reading this series as long as they’re issued.
There have been some books in this series about the Starship Satori, that never had the Satori as part of the story. But, not so for this book. It also revolves around the Satori and the Independence’s new mission. They are to go establish a new Earth colony or at least set the ground work for a follow-on colonization team. They found a possible planet by accident in the last book when the Satori and another Naga ship both jumped at the same time. For some unknown reason, this jump put them much, much further than any normal jump, like thousands of light-years from where they started. But, the Satori and the Naga ship both returned by doing a reverse jump and proved that this method of travel was viable. So, the Satori and the former Naga ship, Independence, have recreated that original jump into this distant galaxy to see if the planet in the “Goldilocks zone”, was suitable for human habitation.
As it turns out, this planet is kind of strange. Oh, the weather and overall environment is just fine, although they won’t venture out with out suits since the scientist aboard the Independence haven’t done their test yet, but it appears that humans could adapt to this planet quite easily. They see a lot of strange flora, but no fauna, absolutely none! No bugs or crawly things or any type of animals or insects. That does place some suspicion on the entire planet, but with no obvious threats showing up, things move along quite quickly for the scientific group.
Then they find the plants all have some kind of strange protection mechanism. They appear to be as strong as metal and will curl up into an almost indestructible ball with the slightest touch. Now everyone is wondering what in the world could cause these plants to develop this strange protection system.
Then they find out. What happens next is very surprising and quite rapidly overcomes the ground teams while the exploratory team in the Satori also find a mysterious black planet-sized damaged ship that doesn’t seem to have a means of propulsion, but is rapidly orbiting the systems sun. There is danger her for the Satori and her crew.
As I said earlier, this is a very good read. It doesn’t really take off until the later part of the book, but it is interesting to read about the original crew members of the Satori and their new jobs. I’ll continue reading this series as long as they’re issued.
September 25, 2024
Strange New Worlds was one of the better books in this series. Not that the others were not good, the entire series has been very good. There's been something for everyone. New aliens, new worlds, space battles and shoot-em-up action have all been part of the "Adventures Of The Starship Satori". The original characters and a few new ones have each had their place in the spotlight. What I enjoyed most about this book was the exploration of new worlds. As with all the books in this series, the writing is very good, the characters are interesting, and the story is engaging. Looking forward to book #12.
June 12, 2021
Another exciting winner by Kevin McLaughlin!
I loved the exciting mystery elements of this book, e.g., an abandoned planet size alien spacecraft, sentient alien A.I., mind boggling quantities & types of alien robots who frequently didn’t really like human trespassers! And, of course, Kevin’s regular great plot & characters. Also read this book for another installment of the exciting adventures of the Starship Satiri! You’ll be glad you did!! :)
I loved the exciting mystery elements of this book, e.g., an abandoned planet size alien spacecraft, sentient alien A.I., mind boggling quantities & types of alien robots who frequently didn’t really like human trespassers! And, of course, Kevin’s regular great plot & characters. Also read this book for another installment of the exciting adventures of the Starship Satiri! You’ll be glad you did!! :)
July 22, 2020
Aliens
The Satori and the Independence have been given the job of going back to the remote solar system that Beth found and checking out if the earth like world she found there is suitable for colonisation. This is a stand-alone story within the Starship Satori series but you need to have read the previous books to fully appreciate the character interplay.
The Satori and the Independence have been given the job of going back to the remote solar system that Beth found and checking out if the earth like world she found there is suitable for colonisation. This is a stand-alone story within the Starship Satori series but you need to have read the previous books to fully appreciate the character interplay.
December 27, 2019
Another great book in the Satori series
Loved the book and couldn't put it down. Kevin McLaughlin writes a clean, well written book with characters that you can find with. Sometimes they will make a mistake but then try make it right. Overall a great read.
Loved the book and couldn't put it down. Kevin McLaughlin writes a clean, well written book with characters that you can find with. Sometimes they will make a mistake but then try make it right. Overall a great read.
June 9, 2020
A great read
It's another mission full of trouble as the Satori plus Dan and ship try to see if they can save some of the human race. With a lot of excitement this was a thrilling read.
It's another mission full of trouble as the Satori plus Dan and ship try to see if they can save some of the human race. With a lot of excitement this was a thrilling read.
May 26, 2024
Satisfying read
Another fine book in the Satori series. I wasn't sure how the book was gonna go and then the story took a turn. Exciting to the end and a satisfactory ending. I look forward to the next book.
Another fine book in the Satori series. I wasn't sure how the book was gonna go and then the story took a turn. Exciting to the end and a satisfactory ending. I look forward to the next book.
September 16, 2024
Return to Satori storyline.
Liked it. Nice they returned to Satori and the original characters. Looking forward to book 12. But why is Amazon requiring so many words to enable the submit button,?
Liked it. Nice they returned to Satori and the original characters. Looking forward to book 12. But why is Amazon requiring so many words to enable the submit button,?
November 6, 2019
Satori wins again
Great continuation in a great series, drone spiders causing chaos , what more can you ask for. Great character building for new friends
Great continuation in a great series, drone spiders causing chaos , what more can you ask for. Great character building for new friends
December 18, 2019
Wow!!!
Like it , do you think there will be another encounter with aliens? How about Beth’s newfound abilities!!!!
Great story will continue to follow!!!
Like it , do you think there will be another encounter with aliens? How about Beth’s newfound abilities!!!!
Great story will continue to follow!!!
April 7, 2020
A Very Good Read
I have enjoyed the series thus far. Love the flow of the story and how I enjoy characters. I can't wait for the next book.
I have enjoyed the series thus far. Love the flow of the story and how I enjoy characters. I can't wait for the next book.
June 26, 2020
Good read
Have read all the satori books this one did not disappoint. Nice to follow the old crew again. If you like military sf this a good set to read.
Have read all the satori books this one did not disappoint. Nice to follow the old crew again. If you like military sf this a good set to read.
November 24, 2019
I didn't feel like putting reviews in for all the Starship Satori books I've read, but since I've hit a breaking point (I've read all those published to date), I just want to note that they've all been entertaining. Many of them are a bit short. (They seem closer to novella than novel.) But they're also relatively inexpensive, so that doesn't bother me. I recommend the entire series to those who like space opera.
November 30, 2022
I really hope the author brings out the next book soon.
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