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Peril in Plain Space #3
Amish Werewolves of Space
Some say death comes in threes. For the Amish community of Alabaster, it seems to. They’ve maintained an uneasy alliance with the vamperkinder, the altered humans that rescued them from the zombies seven years ago. But after several vicious attacks—nighttime slaughters that could only have been perpetrated by the kinder—the truce between the two peoples is in jeopardy.Meanwhile, the resurgent zombie horde and haunting nightly howls portend the doom not only of the Amish, but of the entire galaxy. As more and more planets fall, the survivors of Alabaster's relocation hunt for a solution..Can they restore the peace? Escape the horde? Save the galaxy?Or is it already too late?
- GenresScience FictionChristian
488 pages, Paperback
Published November 12, 2019
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About the author
Kerry Nietz
37 books176 followersKerry Nietz is an award-winning science fiction author. He has over a dozen speculative novels in print, along with a novella, a couple short stories, and a non-fiction book, FoxTales.
Kerry’s novel A Star Curiously Singing won the Readers Favorite Gold Medal Award for Christian Science Fiction and is notable for its dystopian, cyberpunk vibe in a world under sharia law. It has over a hundred 5-star reviews on Amazon and is often mentioned on “Best of” lists.
Among his writings, Kerry's most talked about is the genre-bending Amish Vampires in Space. AViS was mentioned on the Tonight Show and in the Washington Post, Library Journal, and Publishers Weekly. Newsweek called it “a welcome departure from the typical Amish fare.”
Kerry is a refugee of the software industry. He spent more than a decade of his life flipping bits, first as one of the principal developers of the database product FoxPro for the now mythical Fox Software, and then as one of Bill Gates's minions at Microsoft. He is a husband, a father, a technophile and a movie buff.
Kerry’s novel A Star Curiously Singing won the Readers Favorite Gold Medal Award for Christian Science Fiction and is notable for its dystopian, cyberpunk vibe in a world under sharia law. It has over a hundred 5-star reviews on Amazon and is often mentioned on “Best of” lists.
Among his writings, Kerry's most talked about is the genre-bending Amish Vampires in Space. AViS was mentioned on the Tonight Show and in the Washington Post, Library Journal, and Publishers Weekly. Newsweek called it “a welcome departure from the typical Amish fare.”
Kerry is a refugee of the software industry. He spent more than a decade of his life flipping bits, first as one of the principal developers of the database product FoxPro for the now mythical Fox Software, and then as one of Bill Gates's minions at Microsoft. He is a husband, a father, a technophile and a movie buff.
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June 16, 2021
What a fabulous end to this series! I know it sounds like it'd be pure camp, but it isn't at all! It is a great story with lots of valuable lessons for this day and age. Like it is all ok. Trust God, Derr Herr, and live and love right where you are. Be open to change and those who are different from you. While the author says he tried to make it possible to read this third book without having read the previous 2, I wouldn't recommend it. It makes a better tale when you already met and got to know the various characters.
May 5, 2020
Amish Werewolves of Space is an epic and very satisfying conclusion to the Peril in Plain Space series, which started with Amish Vampires in Space, and was followed by Amish Zombies from Space. This book picks up threads from the previous two books, culminating them in an exciting showdown filled with brave heroes, wild science, and epic monsters.
The story blends science fiction adventure with mystery and Amish drama in a way that shouldn’t work, but somehow does under the expert pen of Kerry Nietz. This series truly is the king of genre mashups.
The story takes an honest look at both Amisher and Englisher cultures, showing that neither is perfect. Each is flawed and can be twisted into evil, and yet each can also produce heroes out of the unlikeliest places.
If you enjoy science fiction that examines the clash of different cultures and adds monsters into the mix for fun then you simply must read this trilogy.
The story blends science fiction adventure with mystery and Amish drama in a way that shouldn’t work, but somehow does under the expert pen of Kerry Nietz. This series truly is the king of genre mashups.
The story takes an honest look at both Amisher and Englisher cultures, showing that neither is perfect. Each is flawed and can be twisted into evil, and yet each can also produce heroes out of the unlikeliest places.
If you enjoy science fiction that examines the clash of different cultures and adds monsters into the mix for fun then you simply must read this trilogy.
January 7, 2020
This was a totally random title I saw on a bookshelf, and I was intrigued. I couldn't believe it, but it was actually well thought out and took its subject seriously. It was not satire at all, campy, or making fun of anybody; it was actually good science fiction and took the Amish stuff seriously (though I must say I don't know much about the Amish, so I may not be the best judge of that).
November 11, 2022
Solid conclusion to the Peril in Plain Space series. Over three books, we got to know the ensemble cast. I enjoyed watching Isaac grow up through the series to a solid member of the ensemble. Greels, Darly, and Mark are my favorite of the series. I was glad to see more of Seal and Singer in book 3.
I thought the vampires, zombies, and werewolves were logically added to the world.
My only complaint - there's no audiobook.
I thought the vampires, zombies, and werewolves were logically added to the world.
My only complaint - there's no audiobook.
June 8, 2023
A very moving and satisfying conclusion to the series. I especially love how he managed to conjure up scientific explanations (within the boundaries of his science fiction universe) to all three monsters - vampires, zombies and werewolves- and connect them to each other in a way that brings the whole trilogy together.
I’m sad it’s over but also sort of relieved that these wonderful characters will finally get to live in peace!
I’m sad it’s over but also sort of relieved that these wonderful characters will finally get to live in peace!
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June 11, 2021The Amish community on the planet Resolve have been through several trials, testing faith and community.
But years have passed, the Zombies have been vanquished and the genetically engineered Vampire Children have been accepts and things seem to have settled. Even the non-Amish citizens have maintained a peace.
But then something starts attacking livestock - ripping them to shreds and the community fears a Third Trial to test them. Panic sets in and some of the original crew from the first Trial get the Vampire Children off planet and finally discover the source of all the monsters. But can they stop the attacks that threaten not only Resolve but other worlds as well before it's too late?
****
I found this to be a very satisfying conclusion to this strangely bizarre but very satisfying sci-fi series. And the looks I get from people who see me reading it and question the title are just priceless.
Start with Amish Vampires in Space and do not look back. If you like Sci-Fi books, you will not regret it.
But years have passed, the Zombies have been vanquished and the genetically engineered Vampire Children have been accepts and things seem to have settled. Even the non-Amish citizens have maintained a peace.
But then something starts attacking livestock - ripping them to shreds and the community fears a Third Trial to test them. Panic sets in and some of the original crew from the first Trial get the Vampire Children off planet and finally discover the source of all the monsters. But can they stop the attacks that threaten not only Resolve but other worlds as well before it's too late?
****
I found this to be a very satisfying conclusion to this strangely bizarre but very satisfying sci-fi series. And the looks I get from people who see me reading it and question the title are just priceless.
Start with Amish Vampires in Space and do not look back. If you like Sci-Fi books, you will not regret it.
March 3, 2020
In the novel Amish Werewolves of Space, author Kerry Nietz brings the thrilling Peril In Plain Space series to an engaging close. In this final offering of the series, we meet again characters from the first two books, now a few years older and perhaps a bit wiser.
Author Nietz keeps the story true to the Amish values and lifestyle, while showing the contrast between distant future technologies like space travel and technical/computerized marvels with those who still use horse and buggy, manual labor, and resist using machines.
Most compelling of all was the Esau character. His internal monologue is most disturbing while in the throes of his were-hood. This character is well rounded, riveting, and mesmerizing. Young Isaac rises to the occasion as a true “First” to the altered, all the while, following the teachings of his parents and the Amish way.
Amish Werewolves of Space is a compelling read. I highly recommend it.
Author Nietz keeps the story true to the Amish values and lifestyle, while showing the contrast between distant future technologies like space travel and technical/computerized marvels with those who still use horse and buggy, manual labor, and resist using machines.
Most compelling of all was the Esau character. His internal monologue is most disturbing while in the throes of his were-hood. This character is well rounded, riveting, and mesmerizing. Young Isaac rises to the occasion as a true “First” to the altered, all the while, following the teachings of his parents and the Amish way.
Amish Werewolves of Space is a compelling read. I highly recommend it.
March 31, 2020
Excellent book! Amazing finish to the series! Kerry Nietz continues to blow my mind with his character driven, realistic scifi. If you haven’t read this or any of the other books in the series, you don’t know what you are missing! Highly recommended!
September 8, 2021
A great conclusion to a great series!
November 12, 2023
A satisfying ending to the trilogy.
December 6, 2020
Vampires! Zombies! Werewolves! Amish! Oh My!
When Kerry Nietz wraps up a trilogy, he pulls out all the stops. That was true with Freehead, the conclusion of his Dark Trench Saga, and even truer with Amish Werewolves of Space, the final chapter of the Peril In Plain Space series. Hang on to your bonnets and hats - this story will keep you at the edge of your seats before you conclude the first chapter.
Nietz mentions at the beginning that he tried to write it where you could enjoy it without reading the first two novels, but it would be better to read this series in order. I agree completely with his assessment. There is so much going on that it would help to read them in order.
For those who haven't read any of the series, you might think this is a spoof or done tongue in cheek. NOT TRUE. This book is pure and serious science fiction. The Amish and the monsters fit into the sci fi genre.
One thing I enjoy about this series in addition to the good writing and interesting characters is the consistent theme of community. These stories give a lot to think about.
I highly recommend this novel and the complete series.
When Kerry Nietz wraps up a trilogy, he pulls out all the stops. That was true with Freehead, the conclusion of his Dark Trench Saga, and even truer with Amish Werewolves of Space, the final chapter of the Peril In Plain Space series. Hang on to your bonnets and hats - this story will keep you at the edge of your seats before you conclude the first chapter.
Nietz mentions at the beginning that he tried to write it where you could enjoy it without reading the first two novels, but it would be better to read this series in order. I agree completely with his assessment. There is so much going on that it would help to read them in order.
For those who haven't read any of the series, you might think this is a spoof or done tongue in cheek. NOT TRUE. This book is pure and serious science fiction. The Amish and the monsters fit into the sci fi genre.
One thing I enjoy about this series in addition to the good writing and interesting characters is the consistent theme of community. These stories give a lot to think about.
I highly recommend this novel and the complete series.
April 7, 2021
Yet another Trial comes to the Amish on Resolve. This one is killing their livestock and may now be killing humans. When angry eyes turn towards the vamperkinder, can the community resolve its issues In a way honoring Derr Herr (God), or will things descend into chaos causing more death and perhaps an exodus from the planet separating them forever?
Several other reviewers have been very satisfied with the ending of the books and I also, was okay, but not thrilled. Lots of books wrap things up too neatly and I feel there is more story here to tell. That said, the ending made perfect sense in the world Nietz created so, no real complaints if he decides not to write any more additions to this trilogy.
I think my main take away was this: sometimes in trying to solve man-made problems we create other, far worse problems by not thinking through as many possible outcomes before we act. Oh, and relationships are confusing, sometimes messy, always work, and they are absolutely worth the effort.
Several other reviewers have been very satisfied with the ending of the books and I also, was okay, but not thrilled. Lots of books wrap things up too neatly and I feel there is more story here to tell. That said, the ending made perfect sense in the world Nietz created so, no real complaints if he decides not to write any more additions to this trilogy.
I think my main take away was this: sometimes in trying to solve man-made problems we create other, far worse problems by not thinking through as many possible outcomes before we act. Oh, and relationships are confusing, sometimes messy, always work, and they are absolutely worth the effort.
September 20, 2020
Great ending to a wonderful series. Highly recommend.
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