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Galactic Passages: Planet 6333
This is a science fiction adventure about how progressive hunger for wealth and power within a society [Planet Raihan] have resulted in duping other planets into mining valuable ore for them amidst the orbital hazards of Planet 6333. They have severely hurt other cultures along the way; raising themselves galactic prominence through manipulation of the relationship between a planet loaded with valuable ore, and a dimensional portal caught in a gravitational tug-of-war between two suns.
From the beginning, remote miners are steadily shut off from communicating with their home planet through Raihan manipulation from a secret base located on a nearby moon; eventually feeling neglected and alone just as Planet 6333 enters the dangerous portal zone in the midst of its orbit. The victims ultimately see the Raihans as rescuers rather than kidnappers when they come in the midst of planetary chaos to steal the ore and take them as hostages.
When examined closer, the Raihan culture is a paper tiger, dissolving from the inside out due to their evil ways. Circumstances arise that allow two smaller planetary forces [the Trecons and Ryderson-Omegans] to band together and challenge the Raihan goliath; but they can’t do it alone.
The story ends with a surprising twist, and points toward future adventures!
From the beginning, remote miners are steadily shut off from communicating with their home planet through Raihan manipulation from a secret base located on a nearby moon; eventually feeling neglected and alone just as Planet 6333 enters the dangerous portal zone in the midst of its orbit. The victims ultimately see the Raihans as rescuers rather than kidnappers when they come in the midst of planetary chaos to steal the ore and take them as hostages.
When examined closer, the Raihan culture is a paper tiger, dissolving from the inside out due to their evil ways. Circumstances arise that allow two smaller planetary forces [the Trecons and Ryderson-Omegans] to band together and challenge the Raihan goliath; but they can’t do it alone.
The story ends with a surprising twist, and points toward future adventures!
352 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 28, 2019
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March 5, 2020
Best.Book.Ever. I loved this book!!! It had adventure, battles, and conflict!!! i highly recommend it!!!!
December 4, 2019
Planet 6333 may be the most dangerous planet in the universe but in its core, it holds the most valuable mineral in the Universe. The Raihans have been conducting missions for over 128 years to mine this ore. This has lead to wealth and prosperity but also servitude of other races to mine the ore. When Rockwell Outpost finds an artifact in the core of the planet on their latest expedition. Trecon Supply is sent to the planet with replacements, supplies and to get the artifact. Mule 357 is the only one to make it to their destination and with their com systems down they are dead to communicate to the outside world.
I was really impressed by a few things in this story. One of the entire family was involved in some aspect in the book. The illustrations to give us a view from the author's point of view were well done and coloring was very impressive very close to what you would find in a graphic novel. The writing was scientific possible with enough of what is possible to make any science geek happy. This is a large book three hundred and ninety-five pages is not it, the story is large they introduce you to a complete universe in those pages with races and species that are unique and all their own. I enjoyed the book but there were places I found the work a little too wordy for explanations such are the ship and cargo bay it could have been more streamline and let the audience have their own interpretation of the space.
I was really impressed by a few things in this story. One of the entire family was involved in some aspect in the book. The illustrations to give us a view from the author's point of view were well done and coloring was very impressive very close to what you would find in a graphic novel. The writing was scientific possible with enough of what is possible to make any science geek happy. This is a large book three hundred and ninety-five pages is not it, the story is large they introduce you to a complete universe in those pages with races and species that are unique and all their own. I enjoyed the book but there were places I found the work a little too wordy for explanations such are the ship and cargo bay it could have been more streamline and let the audience have their own interpretation of the space.
November 25, 2019
Galactic Passages: Planet 6333 is amazing
Smart and skillful authors, Dean and Anson Vargo have created fantastic worlds that I am sure will excite everyone, not just for fans of YA, science fiction, fantasy, and suspense.. I was drawn in from the beginning by this alternate universe with it’s combative worlds. Fighting for control of valuable resources is a close to home epic experience everyone will enjoy as I did. Being a Navy veteran myself, I can relate to deploying is much like being at sea with multiple missions, evolutions, drills, battle stations ensures a tremendous saga . Racing through the page I found that in this tale of struggle, self-discovery, and perseverance. The characters are compelling and thrilling to follow throughout their life journeys. Terrific read! Can't wait to read the next installments.
Smart and skillful authors, Dean and Anson Vargo have created fantastic worlds that I am sure will excite everyone, not just for fans of YA, science fiction, fantasy, and suspense.. I was drawn in from the beginning by this alternate universe with it’s combative worlds. Fighting for control of valuable resources is a close to home epic experience everyone will enjoy as I did. Being a Navy veteran myself, I can relate to deploying is much like being at sea with multiple missions, evolutions, drills, battle stations ensures a tremendous saga . Racing through the page I found that in this tale of struggle, self-discovery, and perseverance. The characters are compelling and thrilling to follow throughout their life journeys. Terrific read! Can't wait to read the next installments.
June 21, 2021
Wonderful job by a father-and-son writing team
My favorite thing about this book is it’s a father-son collaboration—and a fairly young son (early teens) at that. Wonderful job!
This is a great story with strong writing, but it needs editing, which is very common for indie/small publisher books. I don’t deduct for that, though, because editing can always be done for the next edition. The foundation of exceptional story and writing are mostly what I look for, and those are definitely here. The intricacy and complexity of the world-building and descriptions—along with the research that clearly went into it—is also great. I hope this dynamic duo continues writing.
My favorite thing about this book is it’s a father-son collaboration—and a fairly young son (early teens) at that. Wonderful job!
This is a great story with strong writing, but it needs editing, which is very common for indie/small publisher books. I don’t deduct for that, though, because editing can always be done for the next edition. The foundation of exceptional story and writing are mostly what I look for, and those are definitely here. The intricacy and complexity of the world-building and descriptions—along with the research that clearly went into it—is also great. I hope this dynamic duo continues writing.
June 6, 2021
Amazing that this was a father- main effort
The story behind the book is as amazing as the book itself. I am a big Battlestar Gallactica fan and I enjoyed the detail of the colonization and the miners in the beginning and the eventual development of each of the characters. Can’t wait for next book.
The story behind the book is as amazing as the book itself. I am a big Battlestar Gallactica fan and I enjoyed the detail of the colonization and the miners in the beginning and the eventual development of each of the characters. Can’t wait for next book.
July 3, 2021
A Science Fiction Blast
This is a long book that is ideal for anyone who loves to read a detailed and in-depth science fiction story. There are many lessons to be learned here about the nature of mankind and I can actually imagine something like this happening! Loved reading the authors notes at the end. His daughters’ namesake was my favorite character in the book!
This is a long book that is ideal for anyone who loves to read a detailed and in-depth science fiction story. There are many lessons to be learned here about the nature of mankind and I can actually imagine something like this happening! Loved reading the authors notes at the end. His daughters’ namesake was my favorite character in the book!
April 14, 2023
4.75 If I could.
The story is awesome. The back story is even cooler.
The writing was done well and story well thought out. I think a few details with a veteran hand could make this top notch up there with the heavy hitters.
That's the only reason I didn't give a 5.
(Formatting a bit odd), slowed me down.
The story is awesome. The back story is even cooler.
The writing was done well and story well thought out. I think a few details with a veteran hand could make this top notch up there with the heavy hitters.
That's the only reason I didn't give a 5.
(Formatting a bit odd), slowed me down.
April 12, 2023
Incredibly Imaginative
Wow! The world building in this sci-fi book is to die for! The book is really long, but it stayed interesting the entire time. Worth the read!
Wow! The world building in this sci-fi book is to die for! The book is really long, but it stayed interesting the entire time. Worth the read!
September 25, 2023
It’s Ok
Sci-fi can be tough and this one was just ok for me.
You may very much like it so I’ll leave my review brief
Sci-fi can be tough and this one was just ok for me.
You may very much like it so I’ll leave my review brief
July 13, 2021
This is a surprising science fiction effort created by the Vargo family. It was nice to learn that most of the story was written by father and son. I liked that element. The story is clever. I have to say that science fiction is never a perfect balance of science and fiction. It usually relies on science mostly or fiction mostly. Here, it there is a lot of fiction. It is a little slow to develop, but definitely family fun. I really liked the onomatopoeias in the reading. They are a nice addition.
The story about miners finding a relic is well thought out but takes a moment to build. I found the story idea strong. There is a bunch of world building. There are a few minor obstacles that slow the story. There is an inordinate amount of telling rather than showing in the story. The dialog is sparse.
There are a plethora of characters and have to figure out who is essential. The character development could be stronger. Again, with so many characters, the lack of development of characters that are introduced it is hard to determine who is essential other than the main characters. As this is a family created effort there is no harsh language. It is family-oriented and fun for anyone. It is a long book. It takes a long time to get to the action and the story. If you can read the first one hundred pages and make it to the story and get past the heavy exposition then you have a nice and interesting story.
The story about miners finding a relic is well thought out but takes a moment to build. I found the story idea strong. There is a bunch of world building. There are a few minor obstacles that slow the story. There is an inordinate amount of telling rather than showing in the story. The dialog is sparse.
There are a plethora of characters and have to figure out who is essential. The character development could be stronger. Again, with so many characters, the lack of development of characters that are introduced it is hard to determine who is essential other than the main characters. As this is a family created effort there is no harsh language. It is family-oriented and fun for anyone. It is a long book. It takes a long time to get to the action and the story. If you can read the first one hundred pages and make it to the story and get past the heavy exposition then you have a nice and interesting story.
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