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The Pike Chronicles #11
Cursed Stars
Victory at all Costs! A treacherous quest, Lethal new enemies, Primordial evil, A galaxy under siege With the end of the Dvorkan Civil War, Jon Pike is eager to return to his main goal, the defeat of the Juttari Empire. Unfortunately, fate has other plans, and Jon, Jamie, and Anki are sent on perilous new quests. But greater threats lurk in the shadows, putting everything Pike's built at risk. Can Jon Pike overcome the forces pitted against him? Or has his luck finally run out, leaving humanity forever doomed? Find out in the action-packed space Cursed Stars - Book 11 of The Pike Chronicles
- GenresScience Fiction
305 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 6, 2019
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G.P. Hudson
97 books72 followersG.P. Hudson is the author of the hit space opera, The Pike Chronicles. He writes fast paced military science fiction, with an emphasis on world building, vast galactic empires, and power struggles. The Pike Chronicles is an epic science fiction adventure spanning the galaxy.
G.P. Hudson has been writing stories since childhood, and is a lifelong reader of science fiction. His study of history provides limitless inspiration for his stories.
For updates on new releases join G.P Hudson's mailing list at http://gphudson.com
G.P. Hudson has been writing stories since childhood, and is a lifelong reader of science fiction. His study of history provides limitless inspiration for his stories.
For updates on new releases join G.P Hudson's mailing list at http://gphudson.com
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March 31, 2024
The Enemy👽 Of My Enemy👽 is My Friend?
Military Sci-fi 🚀💫💥🔫
Book 11 in the Series.📚 Of course it ends in a cliffhanger!
The gist of this novel is that Admiral Pike🐺💪🔫🗡 must make a hasty alliance with a very dangerous enemy.
Good story with interesting characters. These books follow two main characters who are in different places and circumstances in space💫. Both are enhanced humans but each is enhanced in an entirely different way.
I got this e-book from Amazon📚 with KU
Military Sci-fi 🚀💫💥🔫
Book 11 in the Series.📚 Of course it ends in a cliffhanger!
The gist of this novel is that Admiral Pike🐺💪🔫🗡 must make a hasty alliance with a very dangerous enemy.
Good story with interesting characters. These books follow two main characters who are in different places and circumstances in space💫. Both are enhanced humans but each is enhanced in an entirely different way.
I got this e-book from Amazon📚 with KU
September 18, 2021
Is Jamie's gift a blessing or a curse.
Jamie goes to visit the Guardian and his hip is sent into jump space.
There a new race is discovered and they are lied to again. Although everythng is not up to par, they do get the ability to go into jump space , as an alternative to having to travel at FTL speed to reach Sol.
Jamie goes to visit the Guardian and his hip is sent into jump space.
There a new race is discovered and they are lied to again. Although everythng is not up to par, they do get the ability to go into jump space , as an alternative to having to travel at FTL speed to reach Sol.
November 19, 2019
Great book, great series, more people should read it.
I like this book, and the series. The book is a fast-paced read, full of action and complex twist interns. You get to learn about the alien as well as the humans so you get to know both sides of the story. I believe that Pike and his artificial intelligence are the best characters in the book and series, more needs to be done with just those two. I don’t like the fact that the book left us on somewhat of a cliffhanger with a lot of dangling storing threads. I just don’t like cliffhangers. Who is the say that the author will be around to write the next book and that I will be here to read it. But if he is here to ride it and I am here to read it I will be happy to jump on the next book in the series. I don’t see a lot of reviews for this book and I think it’s a shame I think a lot of people are missing out on how great this series is please give it a try you won’t be disappointed
I like this book, and the series. The book is a fast-paced read, full of action and complex twist interns. You get to learn about the alien as well as the humans so you get to know both sides of the story. I believe that Pike and his artificial intelligence are the best characters in the book and series, more needs to be done with just those two. I don’t like the fact that the book left us on somewhat of a cliffhanger with a lot of dangling storing threads. I just don’t like cliffhangers. Who is the say that the author will be around to write the next book and that I will be here to read it. But if he is here to ride it and I am here to read it I will be happy to jump on the next book in the series. I don’t see a lot of reviews for this book and I think it’s a shame I think a lot of people are missing out on how great this series is please give it a try you won’t be disappointed
June 10, 2020
115th book and I think I am starting to enjoy them !
Vaulting and cavorting through galaxies and sub space sowing war and cobbling alliances; breath taking betrayal, torture, love, slaughter and alien life.
Cold and calculating killers shaped by breathtaking cruelty with islands of succour. MAGIC!
Vaulting and cavorting through galaxies and sub space sowing war and cobbling alliances; breath taking betrayal, torture, love, slaughter and alien life.
Cold and calculating killers shaped by breathtaking cruelty with islands of succour. MAGIC!
August 26, 2021
Totally enjoyed this series tremendously and am keen to go beyond 11 books! I have been reading this series every day, especially during Covid lockdowns in Australia and it is excellent escapism, my only worry is it may end on this book as there are several stories left open ended that would be so good to close out.
September 21, 2019
A great read. Please keep up the series. I am waiting for more of the same. I s
Read this series from start to finish, with no interruption and thoroughly enjoyed it please write more too this Series. Thanks
Read this series from start to finish, with no interruption and thoroughly enjoyed it please write more too this Series. Thanks
May 10, 2020
Best series EVER!
I love the characters and can't wait for the next book. A very exciting adventure.I got to travel through several New galaxies and meet strong minded women and men. A most satisfying read. I NEED to find out more about Jamie puhlese!
I love the characters and can't wait for the next book. A very exciting adventure.I got to travel through several New galaxies and meet strong minded women and men. A most satisfying read. I NEED to find out more about Jamie puhlese!
May 29, 2020
What a series, I can’t stop
I just never have the time to stop and write, I read constantly, don’t stop, go book to book like chapter to chapter , this series is fascinating. The more I read the I get caught up in it.
I just never have the time to stop and write, I read constantly, don’t stop, go book to book like chapter to chapter , this series is fascinating. The more I read the I get caught up in it.
September 17, 2019
Another chapter in the life of Jon Pike. I am really enjoying this series. Looking forward to the next installment.
September 20, 2019
Nice read
Yes a nice addition to the series. Waiting for next story. Nice character follow thru and review of previous status
Yes a nice addition to the series. Waiting for next story. Nice character follow thru and review of previous status
September 27, 2019
Good introduction to the next part of the series
Good story introducing new characters and species. Looking forward to the next book to see how it develops. Good easy read.
Good story introducing new characters and species. Looking forward to the next book to see how it develops. Good easy read.
December 4, 2019
Continues an excellent series.
The entire series is good. Interesting characters, human and alien alike. Can't wait to see how it turns out in the end.
The entire series is good. Interesting characters, human and alien alike. Can't wait to see how it turns out in the end.
July 7, 2020
Greatbook
Great continuation of the series builds on previous books and leaves you wanting more look forward to next in series
Great continuation of the series builds on previous books and leaves you wanting more look forward to next in series
July 31, 2020
Great series
This series is really great, every time I feel the end may be coming near a whole new twist and then gets added in.
This series is really great, every time I feel the end may be coming near a whole new twist and then gets added in.
December 5, 2020
Fantastic!
Very good!! Can't wait till the next one! Hope it is soon. Very easy to read even on my phone
Very good!! Can't wait till the next one! Hope it is soon. Very easy to read even on my phone
July 21, 2021
Extreme Journey
Transported unexpectedly to the far side of the galaxy by the Guardian, Jaime feels the pressure! A must read Sci-fi.
Transported unexpectedly to the far side of the galaxy by the Guardian, Jaime feels the pressure! A must read Sci-fi.
August 27, 2021
Next book
Read books 1 11 where is the next book coming. I have been really involved in these books love every one
Read books 1 11 where is the next book coming. I have been really involved in these books love every one
October 11, 2024
A great precursor to an oncoming storm.
There were, however, some missteps in this book. Some inconsistencies & some passages are almost exactly the same as in another recently read series. It makes me think a certain degree of a 2 letter recent development, oft utilised in the story, has been used to assist in authoring those segments of the narrative.
Now, last time I mentioned my suspicions of the use of this modern tool, the review was not published. Let's see this time.
The saga continues to develop in a satisfying & intriguing way, though.
Devices are used (literary devices) that I've seen cleverly employed in other recent famous book series, when a pivotal character is disposed of, but then another appears that will function similarly, but within an all together different framework, whilst still achieving the authors goals for the progression of the series arc.
The Pike Chronicles still engage & excite me. I know where the story is likely going, but I continue to be very happy to go along for the ride. I honestly think any fan of Science Fiction Fantasy would be too.
Let the created worlds delight you & carry you away. Wouldn't it be great if this somehow made its way into the realm of the visual arts? Done well, it could match, if not outshine the likes of The Expanse series, without taking itself quite so seriously.
There were, however, some missteps in this book. Some inconsistencies & some passages are almost exactly the same as in another recently read series. It makes me think a certain degree of a 2 letter recent development, oft utilised in the story, has been used to assist in authoring those segments of the narrative.
Now, last time I mentioned my suspicions of the use of this modern tool, the review was not published. Let's see this time.
The saga continues to develop in a satisfying & intriguing way, though.
Devices are used (literary devices) that I've seen cleverly employed in other recent famous book series, when a pivotal character is disposed of, but then another appears that will function similarly, but within an all together different framework, whilst still achieving the authors goals for the progression of the series arc.
The Pike Chronicles still engage & excite me. I know where the story is likely going, but I continue to be very happy to go along for the ride. I honestly think any fan of Science Fiction Fantasy would be too.
Let the created worlds delight you & carry you away. Wouldn't it be great if this somehow made its way into the realm of the visual arts? Done well, it could match, if not outshine the likes of The Expanse series, without taking itself quite so seriously.
January 31, 2022
Worth the read!
I have really enjoyed the entire Jon Pike series of books. They are very creative, creating an intergalactic world that is filled with exotic creatures and aliens and advanced technologies. I found this particular book hard to put down. If I had one criticism, it would be better proofreading before publishing. I have found countless typos and missing words, especially in book three, that sometimes make it difficult to maintain a smooth read. Other than that, excellent all around.
I have really enjoyed the entire Jon Pike series of books. They are very creative, creating an intergalactic world that is filled with exotic creatures and aliens and advanced technologies. I found this particular book hard to put down. If I had one criticism, it would be better proofreading before publishing. I have found countless typos and missing words, especially in book three, that sometimes make it difficult to maintain a smooth read. Other than that, excellent all around.
September 27, 2025
evolving
The author is definitely a fan of science fiction. I see traces of several different science fiction books, movies and TV shows, with his own twist. The Kardashev 3 civilizations are a new twist and I like the Great Game they are playing. Still though, I wish the heroes were more diverse because as with all science fiction, they tend to be homogeneous in features associated with dominance rather than the human race as a whole.
The author is definitely a fan of science fiction. I see traces of several different science fiction books, movies and TV shows, with his own twist. The Kardashev 3 civilizations are a new twist and I like the Great Game they are playing. Still though, I wish the heroes were more diverse because as with all science fiction, they tend to be homogeneous in features associated with dominance rather than the human race as a whole.
June 11, 2024
A good book can be seriously damaged
by bad editing. The story line here is good and I might have given it a four but the editing did not live up to the story.
For example: Using “new” instead of “knew” defies belief.
by bad editing. The story line here is good and I might have given it a four but the editing did not live up to the story.
For example: Using “new” instead of “knew” defies belief.
February 21, 2022
As good as the rest in this series
I love how the story twists and turns. You never know who is on what side. It doesn't do any good guessing.
I love how the story twists and turns. You never know who is on what side. It doesn't do any good guessing.
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