TWO mismatched crews. ONE universe at risk. NO superheroes.
Nivala’s youngest crewmember remains in great danger. She has already endured treatment that nearly broke her defiant spirit, but her priceless mental link to the Chakran aliens has made her the most sought-after asset in the entire galaxy.
The Flatlanders haven’t overcome their greed. They still covet the Chakran ability to unlock spacetime and will do anything to get it. First, though, they mean to exact revenge — and Nivala is at the very top of their list.
As a resigned Mallivan and his battered shipmates struggle to prevent appalling harm, the alliance of misfits transforms into a tightly-knit team of friends who discover what selfless bravery really is.
... Because everybody knows two ships are going to be WAY too few.
Gillian Andrews is the author of "Termination Shock" (2019) "Interdicted Space"(2019) and "Exceptional Point" (2020), the first three books in the "Interstellar Enforcement Agency" series; "Kelfor" (2017) and the seven book young adult scifi adventure series "The Ammonite Galaxy" (2010 to 2015)
Reading Order for The Ammonite Galaxy series: Valhai Kwaide Xiantha Pictoria The Lost Animas The Namura Stone The Trimorphs
Author Gillian Andrews published the novel Exceptional Point in 2020. This is the third book in her ‘Interstellar Enforcement Agency’ series. She has published nearly a dozen novels.
I received an ARC of this book through https://www.netgalley.com in return for a fair and honest review. I categorize this book as ‘R’ because it contains scenes of violence. The story is set in the far future. The primary character is Starship Captain Ryler Mallivan Bell.
Bell and the crew of the starship Nivala are once again pursuing their previous crew mate Bull Cunningham. He and Ramesh Chandrayanan are up to no good again, still trying to create wormholes. Both Cunningham and Chandrayanan are expecting the Interstellar Enforcement Agency to attempt to intercede. They have a less than warm welcome awaiting them.
I enjoyed the 8.5 hours I spent reading this 358-page science fiction novel. This is the third novel of the Interstellar Enforcement Agency series I have read The others were Termination Shock and Interdicted Space). I have enjoyed all three. I like the chosen cover art. I rate this book as a 4 out of 5.
Our crew is outgunned and out numbered, but they are not ready to give up. Bring it on!
This is book three is the series, but it works well as a standalone. That being said, I think it best to start from the beginning so you get all the background.
This is a fast paced SF action story. The story is well written and easy to read with an interesting and diverse cast of characters that lend a variety of skills and personalities to the mix. As the last book in the series, everything is coming to a head and you have to hold on tight for this fun, quick paced story. I have certainly enjoyed this ride and it is going to be tough to get off.
Highly recommended.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout for review purposes.
This book is a continuation of the story in the Interstellar Enforcement Agency series- whilst this book can be read as a standalone I would recommend reading the previous books first . The Flatlanders still covet the Chackran ability to unlock spacetime and will do anything to get it . The crew of the Nivala stands in their way , especially their youngest crewmember's who's mental link to the Alien's makes her sought after by the entire Galaxy . What follows is a fast paced book full of twists and turns , with occasional humour thrown in - an entertaining read I would recommend to all who love this genre .
I was given an arc of the book by NetGalley and the Publisher in exchange for an honest review