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Across the Galactic Pond Box Set: Far Beyond Complete Series
Young Kevin is about to discover we're not alone in the universe. His first mission: save a gazillion lives.
When young Kevin has a chance encounter with a dying alien, he discovers not only that humans aren't alone in the universe, but that this encounter propels him into the middle of an intergalactic war.
Now at the frontlines of a massive, far far away war, he’s sent to the last remaining ship of the losing side. The crew of the ship? All dead. His mission is simple: he must save the good guys from certain doom.
From College reject to War Master, Kevin learns he must adapt quickly or billions will die.
This Box set edition contains the following books:
-Across the Galactic Pond
-Fire At Will
-Make it So!
-Red Alert (new and exclusive to this box set)
-Battlestations!
When young Kevin has a chance encounter with a dying alien, he discovers not only that humans aren't alone in the universe, but that this encounter propels him into the middle of an intergalactic war.
Now at the frontlines of a massive, far far away war, he’s sent to the last remaining ship of the losing side. The crew of the ship? All dead. His mission is simple: he must save the good guys from certain doom.
From College reject to War Master, Kevin learns he must adapt quickly or billions will die.
This Box set edition contains the following books:
-Across the Galactic Pond
-Fire At Will
-Make it So!
-Red Alert (new and exclusive to this box set)
-Battlestations!
- GenresScience FictionAmazon
696 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 16, 2019
528 people are currently reading
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About the author
Christian Kallias
80 books151 followersAided 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.
Christian Kallias is the bestselling author of the award-winning Universe in Flames Space Opera series.
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February 8, 2020
I didn't have high expectations for this set. Teenage boy meets alien threat and saves the world is a plot basic that is very very hard to do well for adults to enjoy. The first story was fair, the second much worse, and I stopped after that.
January 22, 2020
Good potential but a real let down.
The plot was good, but the stories were just too childish. After the initial plot, the story went downhill and did not recover.
The plot was good, but the stories were just too childish. After the initial plot, the story went downhill and did not recover.
February 16, 2021
A little more YA than I expected but entertaining regardless.
Enjoyed it as a quick and entertaining read. Characters were either very likeable or totally horrible. Some laughable situations. YA readers should get a kick out of the novels.
Enjoyed it as a quick and entertaining read. Characters were either very likeable or totally horrible. Some laughable situations. YA readers should get a kick out of the novels.
April 18, 2023
Fun
I enjoyed the book I like books that have a fun character the inclusion of the different alien species the sheer fact that the poor guy couldn't get a kiss for nothing until I liked it where the hero Will survive I don't know a great book series
I enjoyed the book I like books that have a fun character the inclusion of the different alien species the sheer fact that the poor guy couldn't get a kiss for nothing until I liked it where the hero Will survive I don't know a great book series
February 27, 2020
Bad
This is not remotely up to the usual standards of this author. It is just too weak ,with nothing to redeem it
This is not remotely up to the usual standards of this author. It is just too weak ,with nothing to redeem it
March 20, 2020
Fun coming of age
Superhero or just teenager plus AI without chains, Egyptian Cats, God's, and threats to sisters all keep the pages turning late into the afternoon.
Superhero or just teenager plus AI without chains, Egyptian Cats, God's, and threats to sisters all keep the pages turning late into the afternoon.
March 27, 2020
Hours of excellent reading enjoyment
Wow! I loved this set of books. Space travel aliens, magical powers, talking dogs and cats , and the humor is great.
Wow! I loved this set of books. Space travel aliens, magical powers, talking dogs and cats , and the humor is great.
April 21, 2020
Good books unusual storyline
April 29, 2020
Great read, very nicely played.
Very good series, keep you waiting for the next chapter. I can recommend this series to any sifi nut, hard to put down. Fantastic
Very good series, keep you waiting for the next chapter. I can recommend this series to any sifi nut, hard to put down. Fantastic
August 28, 2020
Oh, my
So realistic in an odd way. An ordinary boy on an extraordinary journey. A big must read. So read it!
So realistic in an odd way. An ordinary boy on an extraordinary journey. A big must read. So read it!
February 1, 2020
Great series
Good story across the books in the set. Well worth a read if you enjoy science fiction. Looking forward to more books from the author
Good story across the books in the set. Well worth a read if you enjoy science fiction. Looking forward to more books from the author
January 19, 2020
I just couldn't get past the style of writing, and even for Sci-Fi/Fantasy , the magical thinking was too much. Book shelved permanently
September 17, 2019
Mr. Kallias has done it again - The Far Beyond series draws you into the non-stop action that is this author's style. The characters are wild, cute and lovable and the villains are evil -- bad evil. A true flashback to the action filled Space Opera days.
This is a great, easy to read story to entice teens and young at heart to read more, especially those that like virtual reality video games, they may actually be training for their future. Take Mission Impossible, The Last Starfighter and Matrix, stir together and you have the basic premise of this story, but with an unexpected ending.
Nothing like practically stumbling over a dying alien, then BAM! You're in a spaceship and in an intergalactic war -- who even knew there was life in the stars, much less a war? Kevin finds that his virtual reality skills and unorthodox thinking may be what is needed to help rescue the kidnapped Princess, save the galaxy and save earth.
Mix together 1 teenager, 1 beagle, AIs, felines (tiny, small and big) spiders, a self-serving, murdering thief and a traitoress princess -- What could possibly go wrong? Umm? Get reading, you'll find out.
Five-stars for this great, easy to read story that can entice teens and young at heart to read more, especially those that like virtual reality video games -- they may actually be training for their future
I suggest starting with Across the Galactic Pond. This prequel gives background to how this adventure first started and is referenced frequently. I did receive an Advance Copy from the author and gladly leave my voluntary review.
This is a great, easy to read story to entice teens and young at heart to read more, especially those that like virtual reality video games, they may actually be training for their future. Take Mission Impossible, The Last Starfighter and Matrix, stir together and you have the basic premise of this story, but with an unexpected ending.
Nothing like practically stumbling over a dying alien, then BAM! You're in a spaceship and in an intergalactic war -- who even knew there was life in the stars, much less a war? Kevin finds that his virtual reality skills and unorthodox thinking may be what is needed to help rescue the kidnapped Princess, save the galaxy and save earth.
Mix together 1 teenager, 1 beagle, AIs, felines (tiny, small and big) spiders, a self-serving, murdering thief and a traitoress princess -- What could possibly go wrong? Umm? Get reading, you'll find out.
Five-stars for this great, easy to read story that can entice teens and young at heart to read more, especially those that like virtual reality video games -- they may actually be training for their future
I suggest starting with Across the Galactic Pond. This prequel gives background to how this adventure first started and is referenced frequently. I did receive an Advance Copy from the author and gladly leave my voluntary review.
October 3, 2019
Alert
I hate trying to write reviews because there are really only pass/fail results for me. Did I make it all the way through? Yes? 5 stars. No? There would be nothing here to read. In all fairness, if an author holds my attention from page one to the end, they’ve done their job. Anything less than 5 stars is petty criticism from someone incapable of even doing the job let alone doing a better one.
So in respect for the author and their work, I am going to start pasting this along with a generic review I found somewhere. “This was a fun book. I am glad that I read it. You should try it too.”
Cheers
I hate trying to write reviews because there are really only pass/fail results for me. Did I make it all the way through? Yes? 5 stars. No? There would be nothing here to read. In all fairness, if an author holds my attention from page one to the end, they’ve done their job. Anything less than 5 stars is petty criticism from someone incapable of even doing the job let alone doing a better one.
So in respect for the author and their work, I am going to start pasting this along with a generic review I found somewhere. “This was a fun book. I am glad that I read it. You should try it too.”
Cheers
September 17, 2019
I read each of these books individually and really enjoyed the series.
Christian manages to balance action with humour and through it all keeps you interested.
A space ship crashes on Earth and Kevin goes to investigate. There then follows a series of enjoyable and funny romps through the universe helping the good guys and defeating the bad ones. (in simple terms).
I received arc copies of these books
Christian manages to balance action with humour and through it all keeps you interested.
A space ship crashes on Earth and Kevin goes to investigate. There then follows a series of enjoyable and funny romps through the universe helping the good guys and defeating the bad ones. (in simple terms).
I received arc copies of these books
September 22, 2019
What’s not to love?
Kevin is not Luke Skywalker but he invokes similar vibes. Yet he’s an original guy in his own right. I love his friends and the scenarios he has to go through. This space opera is great stuff and came just when I
needed a pick me up. There’s things to learn about honor and loving sacrifice too. Don’t miss this book series. It’s whole is greater than the sum of it’s parts!
Kevin is not Luke Skywalker but he invokes similar vibes. Yet he’s an original guy in his own right. I love his friends and the scenarios he has to go through. This space opera is great stuff and came just when I
needed a pick me up. There’s things to learn about honor and loving sacrifice too. Don’t miss this book series. It’s whole is greater than the sum of it’s parts!
October 14, 2019
Far Beyond my Expectations
I chose this series because it was a good deal at the time. It turned out to be surprisingly good with endearing characters, nasty villains, cool tech, talking cats and plenty of space battles. Leg'olas is my favourite character - you'll understand once you get there! Well worth a look ...
I chose this series because it was a good deal at the time. It turned out to be surprisingly good with endearing characters, nasty villains, cool tech, talking cats and plenty of space battles. Leg'olas is my favourite character - you'll understand once you get there! Well worth a look ...
December 7, 2019
This was a fun fast read for me. I enjoyed it a lot. The author made some very unique decisions on how his character’s evolved. This book for me was like a good summer blockbuster action movie. The plot moves right along at a good pace, and always made me wonder what way the story would go. If you are looking for a good story with an interesting spin on SyFy. This is it.
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September 19, 2019A Fun Read
I fell in love with this series it was fun. The characters were absolutely wonderful they will make you laugh and cry . I would like to see more of these characters. I highly recommend this series and it one that enjoys good space opera.
I fell in love with this series it was fun. The characters were absolutely wonderful they will make you laugh and cry . I would like to see more of these characters. I highly recommend this series and it one that enjoys good space opera.
October 4, 2019
Great characters to get to grips with
The characters each play their part and have their own stories. Although it is a great story I didn't find myself being carried along as with other stories of the same type
The characters each play their part and have their own stories. Although it is a great story I didn't find myself being carried along as with other stories of the same type
October 12, 2019
A Real Ride
I really like the series, a little bit of a wild ride at times, yet very interesting.
I will get the next set of books with these characters if I see it. In the meantime I will read more books by this Author
I really like the series, a little bit of a wild ride at times, yet very interesting.
I will get the next set of books with these characters if I see it. In the meantime I will read more books by this Author
October 13, 2019
Good series
When I start this series I felt it was written for a younger audience, after finishing all of them I think there is more here than I first believed. Read if you like science fiction that ends well, and it holds your attention.
When I start this series I felt it was written for a younger audience, after finishing all of them I think there is more here than I first believed. Read if you like science fiction that ends well, and it holds your attention.
October 16, 2019
Page turner
This book was amazing from page one to the final page I loved it, if you are looking for a fun exciting read about space fighting and talking animals this is the series for you! Can’t recommend it enough it was simply amazing.
This book was amazing from page one to the final page I loved it, if you are looking for a fun exciting read about space fighting and talking animals this is the series for you! Can’t recommend it enough it was simply amazing.
May 9, 2020
Entertaining read with hints of Alice in Wonderland
I did really enjoy this book and had a hard time putting it down. Fast paced and fun to read. It's targeted towards the younger reader, but is still a very entertaining read. I would recommend it to all sci-first readers.
I did really enjoy this book and had a hard time putting it down. Fast paced and fun to read. It's targeted towards the younger reader, but is still a very entertaining read. I would recommend it to all sci-first readers.
September 23, 2019
Good Boxset
This was a good boxset nice mix of 4 to 5 star stories , additional short was also a good read.
This was a good boxset nice mix of 4 to 5 star stories , additional short was also a good read.
October 1, 2019
I enjoyed this story. My imagination would not have gone there. I'm glad Cristian's did!
October 5, 2019
Good yarn
Well written and enjoyed the story line.
Not the best story I have read but we'll up the list.
Hard to put down
Well written and enjoyed the story line.
Not the best story I have read but we'll up the list.
Hard to put down
October 10, 2019
Entertaining books about a teenager and his dog and how they save the galaxy. Usual comments about the impact of war on the combatants. It is a humorous SciFi fantasy that will keep you laughing.
October 18, 2019
An amazing scifi box set all in one to enjoy. Impossible to stop reading once I started. Don’t miss out.
October 20, 2019
j
What a good read had me hooked from start to finish could not put it down .that last book in the series was great
What a good read had me hooked from start to finish could not put it down .that last book in the series was great
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