Sanctified

The Saga of the Nano Templar #2

by Jon Del Arroz

Her new mysterious powers…
…could mean her people’s salvation. With the world of Konsin II under Elorian control, Drin and Anais look to the stars for their next mission.

But the church moves slowly in its deliberations. Each moment wasted is another in which her people might die—or worse.

Anais has to grapple with the Elorian nanites living inside her, and what it means to have faith. Drin must once again leave his people to pursue a noble quest to liberate a people.

A shrewd Sekaran warlord and his legion stands in the way of liberty for Anais’ people. Can she inspire enough confidence in her people to spur them to rebellion?

Readers of Nick Cole and Jason Anspach’s Galaxy’s Edge and Michael Anderle’s Kurtherian Endgmae will love The Saga of the Nano Templar. Buy now!

Genres: Science Fiction

229 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 4, 2019

About the author

Jon Del Arroz is a powerhouse in speculative fiction and comics, celebrated as "the leading Hispanic voice in science fiction" by PJ Media, and a #1 Amazon bestselling author whose works resonate with fans craving bold, unapologetic storytelling. His novels, like the swashbuckling steampunk adventure For Steam And Country and the space opera The Stars Entwined, have earned accolades for their fast-paced plots and richly drawn characters. He is a Dragon Award finalist and 2018 CLFA Book of the Year Award winner, as well as N3F Speculative Fiction winner for best graphic novel.

Beyond the page, Jon Del Arroz is a prolific journalist and cultural commentator, with incisive pieces in outlets like The Federalist and Fandom Pulse that tackle the intersections of pop culture, gaming, and politics with fearless clarity. His investigative work and YouTube livestreams have built a loyal following, offering a sharp alternative to mainstream narratives.

Reviews

[Tiffany Lamb · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very enjoyable read!

It is after midnight and I've sadly finished this book. I didn't want it to end. I love how each character is evolving. I'm not sure I can wait until morning before starting the next book.

[Tom · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fast, sun space war fantasy

[Ray Ritchey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Refreshing!

A Christian Sci Fi adventure - what a refreshing tale that is well crafted, as well as an enjoyable read. I hope part 3 is as good as 1 and 2 are.

[Evan Buck · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read

A great sequel to Justified. Good growth of the two protagonists. Fun and fast-paced action. Would definitely recommend for sci-fi junkies.

[Russell Fletcher · Rating 5 out of 5]

For the record, I received an Advanced Review Copy of this e-book with the request to leave an honest review for other potential readers. This review is my honest opinion and I am happy to give it (I try not to use any spilers in my reviews so you will find it safe to read). All of that having been said, the action and adventure in this second installment of the Saga of the Nano Templar Series does not in any way disappoint and lives up to the bar set by the first story and then blows it away. Drin and Anais have formed quite a remarkable working relationship for people from such disparate backgrounds and temperaments which stands up to scrutiny and trials from even their allies. The plot in this story continues forward from where the first book left off and managed to throw in even more twists and turns. I appreciate that the plot flows in so many different directions as to be totally unpredictable. As before, the story finishes with a minor cliffhanger which is to be expected in a series. With my passion for history and a study of the Templars (who's demise is the origin of Friday the 13th superstition), I can see how carefully crafted this story is and that the world building continues apace with the developing story line delivering information when it is needed. New characters have been introduced to join our hero and heroine in their various missions. Some of them (Admiral Domar for one and Commander Raydon for another) are really fun to have around. Father Cline remains my favorite of the supporting characters in the series. Several old friends from book one are still around and working hard to help the Elorians drive out their enemies. The Sekkaran villains succeed in continuing to show more of their evil and their utter contempt for other beings (if you have read the first book, this is not a spiler or surprise). Our author has written another compelling story and I cannot wait for the third book to come out. I will definitely be reviewing that one when it is available.

[Cathy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received a free copy of this book from the author. I had the opportunity to review or not.

I got my wish. There is a follow-up to Justified, the first book in the Saga of the Nano Templar. And it is as good as the first book. Action, adventure, technology, drama, and belief in God, self and each other. This is an amazing series where the author is not afraid to write about religion and the love of more than self. It is filled with people both good and bad and all the ones in between. Like us.

This book tells the tale of Anais and Drin working together to help save her people from the destructive forces of the Secarans, a race of people who attack planets, take over, enslave and destroy worlds. Driven by the knowledge that survivors will suffer, Anais begs Drin to help her. While Drin must follow his dictum, he is encouraged to help by Father Cline, the leader of the Templars. Without enough information to make a proper recon of Anais’s world they run into one problem after another and Anais is captured. Drin is forced to flee and beg for more help. Can Drin return and save Anais and her people?

I love the characters and the worlds this author has created. His descriptions are realistic and believable. There are moments where the suspension of belief is prudent, but still believable in the worlds where they exist. Which is the art of story-telling; isn’t it? I highly recommend this exciting series.

[Ramona Harris · Rating 4 out of 5]

After Justified Drin expected to be excommunicated but instead he was forgiven though he had to perform a penance. His penance would be to act as vassal to the other Templar’s when he was not at his regular duties as a Templar, he would claim the latrines, prepare meals, and other ship maintenance duties. Drin did not consider this a harsh penalty because he liked to be busy. It was then brought up among the Templar’s were friends of Drin about the Pyus girl was supposed to have nanites her veins. Anais and Lyssa wanted to return home to Pyus Anaïs spoke with Father Cline about contacting Pyus which she said they could not do that they were able to contact Parthenon station where they discovered there was no trade with Pyus and that the Sekarans had captured Pyus two weeks after they had been kidnapped. To find out what happens next you need to read the book it's a very good book. It's well written and takes off for justified ended and I can't wait to get the next book in the series to find out what happens...

[Bruce Parrello · Rating 5 out of 5]

It just gets better

Unlike most middle books in a series, this one contains a full story with a definite end, and hints of what is to come rather than a full-on cliffhanger. That's the first thing. The second thing is that in this book Drin-- who was hard to understand in book 1-- truly comes alive thanks to the commentary by his co-protagonist Anais, who herself gains more agency and grows into better character right under your eyes-- an impressive writing feat. On top of this, the combat scenes are very exciting, and the action is continuous. All in all, everything is improved from the first book, and the first book was a major page-turner in it's own right. I am bracing myself for book 3!

[Adena Lee · Rating 3 out of 5]

Even if you are not a person of faith, this novel will speak to you. How does a new convert learn faith? Where does patience fit into the scheme of things? Does the majesterium really understand the newly converted? Those are the questions that Anais struggles with as she comes to terms with her new faith, her new church, her need to find her family and her feelings for Drin. I understand Anai' struggles - faith is simultaneously the easiest and the most difficult thing I have ever achieved and I fall flat on my face more often than not.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Wolf Mc]

Just as good as the first book. As with the first there was a strong religious theme running throughout the story but if you've read the first you'll come to accept this as an intergral part of the story. IFull of action and a little romance, t's great to see a 'love story' that is quite different to what we have come to expect. It was also good to see that characters on both sides of the story both 'good' and 'bad' displaying noble and ignoble traits which gives the characters some realistic depth. All up a pleasing read.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.