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Verity Chronicles #1
Exile
A new starship. An ancient alien artifact. Can a street-smart captain and undercover agent keep their mysterious cargo from falling into enemy hands?After one too many run-ins with his superiors, TSS Agent Joe Anderson is relegated to the Taran Empire's outer colonies to run undercover surveillance. The assignment seems tedious until Joe makes his way onto a newly leased cargo ship with Captain Iza Sundari.
Unfortunately for Iza, Joe, and the rest of the crew, the ship's former owner wants it back. As they try to stay one step ahead, the crew is forced to walk the fine line between survival and legality, with Joe torn between maintaining his cover and staying true to his oaths as a TSS Agent.
Joe soon learns that life in the outer colonies isn't what he'd been told in the TSS, and powerful players could threaten everything that the Taran Empire holds dear. An ancient, mysterious artifact seems to be at the center of their plans, and it's on board Iza's ship. With dangerous forces closing in, Joe puts his career on the line to protect Iza and her crew in their fight for freedom.
Set in the bestselling Cadicle space opera universe, the Verity Chronicles trilogy is perfect for fans of Firefly, Dark Matter, and classic space adventure. Grab your copy today!
Unfortunately for Iza, Joe, and the rest of the crew, the ship's former owner wants it back. As they try to stay one step ahead, the crew is forced to walk the fine line between survival and legality, with Joe torn between maintaining his cover and staying true to his oaths as a TSS Agent.
Joe soon learns that life in the outer colonies isn't what he'd been told in the TSS, and powerful players could threaten everything that the Taran Empire holds dear. An ancient, mysterious artifact seems to be at the center of their plans, and it's on board Iza's ship. With dangerous forces closing in, Joe puts his career on the line to protect Iza and her crew in their fight for freedom.
Set in the bestselling Cadicle space opera universe, the Verity Chronicles trilogy is perfect for fans of Firefly, Dark Matter, and classic space adventure. Grab your copy today!
324 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 24, 2020
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About the author
T.S. Valmond
19 books15 followersBefore publishing the Bolaji Kingdoms and the Starship Hope series, T.S. Valmond was an off-Broadway interpreter, a missionary in Central America, and an actress on stages all over Minnesota.
Inspired by Browncoats, Trekkies, and the Jedi, T.S Valmond is determined to create warm and relatable characters with irresistible worlds readers can’t put down.
T.S. brings a full life of experience to her twisty adventures. If you like quirky families, out-of-this-world aliens, and a bit of heart and soul in your epic space opera tales you’ll want to read these stories with the whole family.
Inspired by Browncoats, Trekkies, and the Jedi, T.S Valmond is determined to create warm and relatable characters with irresistible worlds readers can’t put down.
T.S. brings a full life of experience to her twisty adventures. If you like quirky families, out-of-this-world aliens, and a bit of heart and soul in your epic space opera tales you’ll want to read these stories with the whole family.
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January 25, 2020
If you have read the Cadicle Universe, you are used to TSS Agents being heroes and the economics and industries held by the High Dynasty members. But, like Earth, there are those regions that you really don't visit, unless you know how to survive in a more wild west environment. They don't really like the Taran ruling class and attitudes toward the TSS varies between contempt and fear.
Captain Iza, having fought and struggled to the level of owning her own ship, while young, is strong, smart, and only slightly jaded. In doing the good deed of protecting what she thought was a tourist, she ends up rescuing the aggressor, a young man, by taking him on board; she is unaware of his many secrets. Those secrets along with the other aspects of the outer worlds are of interest to TSS Agent Joe, who is not a typical agent in his approach or political astuteness. When he takes passage on Cpt. Iza's ship, Joe has really stepped into what will become a *storm. He doesn't know it, but this situation may just save his career.
This the beginning of a new stand alone adventure situated in a part of the Cadicle Universe that we have barely glimpsed until now. With a strong female lead character carrying the baggage of being abandoned by her mother: a young and inexperienced agent, who is basically on probation: an even younger mysterious teen who is very much a con artist despite his high class roots; and a sentient android with a lot of quirks, we have an interesting, well-paced space adventure with good guys, bad guys, and a mystery.
A novel for young adults or adults of any age who like space adventure, this is a 5-star read. For those readers like me who simply discover they like an author's style and stories, if you enjoyed this, you may want to check out DuBoff's Cadicle series, which was my first exposure to this author, her contributions in Michael Anderle's Kutherian Gambit series, and her upcoming novels in M.D. Cooper's Aeon14 universe. I have no prior experience with T.S. Valmond as an author, but will be checking to see if there are other books by this author.
Captain Iza, having fought and struggled to the level of owning her own ship, while young, is strong, smart, and only slightly jaded. In doing the good deed of protecting what she thought was a tourist, she ends up rescuing the aggressor, a young man, by taking him on board; she is unaware of his many secrets. Those secrets along with the other aspects of the outer worlds are of interest to TSS Agent Joe, who is not a typical agent in his approach or political astuteness. When he takes passage on Cpt. Iza's ship, Joe has really stepped into what will become a *storm. He doesn't know it, but this situation may just save his career.
This the beginning of a new stand alone adventure situated in a part of the Cadicle Universe that we have barely glimpsed until now. With a strong female lead character carrying the baggage of being abandoned by her mother: a young and inexperienced agent, who is basically on probation: an even younger mysterious teen who is very much a con artist despite his high class roots; and a sentient android with a lot of quirks, we have an interesting, well-paced space adventure with good guys, bad guys, and a mystery.
A novel for young adults or adults of any age who like space adventure, this is a 5-star read. For those readers like me who simply discover they like an author's style and stories, if you enjoyed this, you may want to check out DuBoff's Cadicle series, which was my first exposure to this author, her contributions in Michael Anderle's Kutherian Gambit series, and her upcoming novels in M.D. Cooper's Aeon14 universe. I have no prior experience with T.S. Valmond as an author, but will be checking to see if there are other books by this author.
January 25, 2020
ONE IRRESISTIBLE JOURNEY!!!
Compelling! This talented and gifted dynamic duo rocks this incredible, impressive, block busting bombshell, from start to finish, blazing forth and seizing control, wielding this baby together piece by piece seamlessly. A churning vortex, chocked full of vexing contingencies and daunting events, blowing this baby into the eye of the storm, bursting it into a tailspin with a shocking culmination. This non-stop, action packed, hard hitting, heart pounding, pulse racing, chart topping dynamo, revving it up and blasting this little fella to life brilliantly. Bumbling through the trials and tribulations, stunning twists and crashing turns, testing our characters in ways they could have never anticipated. Fierce drama, heightened tension, chilling danger, skyrocketing intrigue and electrifying suspense catapults this little fella to life spectacularly. Add distress, turmoil and perplexing situations along with a boatload of trouble while dodging mayhem, you have one thrilling rollercoaster ride. The characters are authentic and original with qualities and traits that transforms into amazing personalities. The scenes are strikingly sharp with such colorful descriptions it gives you a full understanding and realism that flow smoothly. Remarkable job guys, thanks for sharing this little fella with us.
Compelling! This talented and gifted dynamic duo rocks this incredible, impressive, block busting bombshell, from start to finish, blazing forth and seizing control, wielding this baby together piece by piece seamlessly. A churning vortex, chocked full of vexing contingencies and daunting events, blowing this baby into the eye of the storm, bursting it into a tailspin with a shocking culmination. This non-stop, action packed, hard hitting, heart pounding, pulse racing, chart topping dynamo, revving it up and blasting this little fella to life brilliantly. Bumbling through the trials and tribulations, stunning twists and crashing turns, testing our characters in ways they could have never anticipated. Fierce drama, heightened tension, chilling danger, skyrocketing intrigue and electrifying suspense catapults this little fella to life spectacularly. Add distress, turmoil and perplexing situations along with a boatload of trouble while dodging mayhem, you have one thrilling rollercoaster ride. The characters are authentic and original with qualities and traits that transforms into amazing personalities. The scenes are strikingly sharp with such colorful descriptions it gives you a full understanding and realism that flow smoothly. Remarkable job guys, thanks for sharing this little fella with us.
January 27, 2020
The first in a new series and a great beginning. Where the Cadicle series focuses on life in the structured military environment, Exile gives us a view of a more everyday life. It’s dirty, gritty, and full of honest (or not so honest) mistakes that make it fun. The characters are believable and an interesting mix of distinctive and varied backgrounds. At first it feels like a bit of an odd couple, but necessity makes for a forced collaboration and the group reluctantly rely on each other’s strengths to get them through a series of difficult situations.
I’m loving the Cadicle Universe created by A.K. Duboff. For those familiar with the Cadicle Universe, T.S. Valdond’s style blends well and adds a nice harmony. I recommend for anyone interested in space opera, cool technology, and odd couple pairings.
I’m loving the Cadicle Universe created by A.K. Duboff. For those familiar with the Cadicle Universe, T.S. Valdond’s style blends well and adds a nice harmony. I recommend for anyone interested in space opera, cool technology, and odd couple pairings.
February 23, 2020
Oh, what a tangle!
In true Cadicle universe style, this book has multiple layers of things going on. It’s a fast-paced ride with characters and situations that’ll keep you turning the pages until you’ve finished the story.
Familiarity with the mainline Cadicle universe books isn’t required to enjoy Exile, but readers who are familiar with the universe will appreciate the subtler details woven in.
In true Cadicle universe style, this book has multiple layers of things going on. It’s a fast-paced ride with characters and situations that’ll keep you turning the pages until you’ve finished the story.
Familiarity with the mainline Cadicle universe books isn’t required to enjoy Exile, but readers who are familiar with the universe will appreciate the subtler details woven in.
November 5, 2020
This book was good.
A little lackluster in the overall premise, I'm thinking picks up in the next installment. I'll be reading book 2 to find out.
The characters were REAL. I both loved and hated them all at times and was thankful none of them fell into the caricature of themselves like can sometimes happen. They grew and changed and softened and hardened when they needed to. Reminiscent of Firefly without being obvious about it, if you love space adventures that center around people and relationships, check this one out.
A little lackluster in the overall premise, I'm thinking picks up in the next installment. I'll be reading book 2 to find out.
The characters were REAL. I both loved and hated them all at times and was thankful none of them fell into the caricature of themselves like can sometimes happen. They grew and changed and softened and hardened when they needed to. Reminiscent of Firefly without being obvious about it, if you love space adventures that center around people and relationships, check this one out.
December 10, 2022
Strong Female Captain
I always enjoy the strong but vulnerable female ship captain stories. The TSS is an interesting twist that would normally have me avoiding this series but as an AK fan I was not disappointed. Lots of other twists and turns to make things interesting. Definitely a “ more “ rating!
I always enjoy the strong but vulnerable female ship captain stories. The TSS is an interesting twist that would normally have me avoiding this series but as an AK fan I was not disappointed. Lots of other twists and turns to make things interesting. Definitely a “ more “ rating!
June 7, 2020
A good read
Outer space adventures with a diverse and mostly human crew. One of them is actually from Earth. Lots of opportunities for disaster that require creative problem solving. Enjoyable.
Outer space adventures with a diverse and mostly human crew. One of them is actually from Earth. Lots of opportunities for disaster that require creative problem solving. Enjoyable.
June 29, 2021
Good Start to New Series
High crimes or misdemeanors the crew of Verity is charged with both. What shall they do? One path leads to destruction, another leads to life on the run. I liked the book.
High crimes or misdemeanors the crew of Verity is charged with both. What shall they do? One path leads to destruction, another leads to life on the run. I liked the book.
January 26, 2020
Good start
October 30, 2020
Action, adventure and suspense make it a great read.
January 24, 2021
Mysterious Twists
Many twists and turns with well-developed characters. Dimensional shifts that leave a hint here and there of the deep and consequential underlying dynamics.
Many twists and turns with well-developed characters. Dimensional shifts that leave a hint here and there of the deep and consequential underlying dynamics.
February 16, 2020
A fast-paced fun novel set in the Cadicle universe with well thought out characters fighting against the odds.
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