Contact: The Globur Incursion Book 2

by D. Rebbitt

The Imperial Survey Service has four levels of classification for the detection of non-human intelligence. Level one is the most common, possible evidence of non-human intelligence. Level two, clear evidence of non-human intelligence. Level three is verified signs of non-human intelligence. Level three has a very high burden of proof, requiring verified artifacts. It is the last step before level four - Contact.

Genres: Science Fiction, Suspense, Science Fiction Fantasy, New Adult, 21st Century

411 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 13, 2019

About the author

D. Rebbitt is the author behind the Globur Incursion series. He has always enjoyed classic military science fiction. His military career provides him with valuable insight into the realities of the military world. Epic space opera with a military edge best describes the books. Inspired by Heinlein and Weber, the books would be enjoyed by those who like Scalzi, Richard Fox, AK Duboff, or James A. Corey

When writing, he most enjoys the interaction between characters. He has built a universe based on realistic science. His books are laced with a gritty realism that puts characters in interesting situations and dilemmas. Each novel is layered with interconnected events and stories, giving real insight into the minds of the characters.

There are battles, victories, and losses. Behind it all, the stories of the characters unfold. Their human flaws mean they do not always make the best decisions.

Reviews

[Mike Smoller · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was quite surprised that Book 2 of the Globur Incursion series did not continue the story begun in Book 1, instead introducing entirely new characters and an earlier time line from Book 1, especially since Book 1 ended in what would usually be called a "cliff hanger". Contact is very much a prequel to Fulcrum (Book 1) and should be read before reading Contact.

It would be much better that you begin this series with this volume (Book 2) and read them in this order: 2, 3, 4, 5, 1. Why, you may ask? The first volume of the series (Fulcrum) occurs ~20 years after what occurs in the following volumes, turning the following volumes into a prolonged prequel and IMHO gives way too many plot spoilers too early in the series lessening some of the suspense that would otherwise go with each book. So, IMHO the order for reading this series would be Books 2 -5, THEN Book 1 (Fulcrum).

[Paragraph And A Half · Rating 5 out of 5]

The sci-fi genre is pretty crowded right now, and it takes a really unique voice to make me sit up and pay attention. But that’s exactly what I found with Contact. This isn’t a light-hearted kids version of sci-fi but a hard-hitting type with a deep and complex plot-line of the type I love. There is so much going on with multi-layered backstories that I found fascinating, and a lot of building towards where the series will ultimately lead.

A great book by a new voice to me. I’m now a fan of Rebbitt and I can’t wait to read the next instalment.

[Jeff Tix · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some parts were a bit slow.

I was not taken by these characters as much as the first book. Also, please get a decent editor. The mistakes interrupted my thoughts as I read. Made me quit reading several times.

[John L. · Rating 3 out of 5]

Story goes somewhere else

Confused and disappointed. I was getting into the story now the books go into the past, which has already been covered. I've scanned the other books and I'm no longer interested.