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The Eden Chronicles #3
New Shores
A continuation of the Eden Chronicles - The Forces on Eden are licking their wounds following their victory over the Strema. Their new allies and neighbors, the Jema, are free for the first time in a thousand years - and they want payback. The Jema are going to take the fight to the Kaerin on Chandra, with or without the help of Eden. Meanwhile on Earth, the dumpster fire continues to burn as Sir Geoff and Task Force Chrome are being hunted by the ISS and the military. The fight for freedom rages across three worlds and the one group that is capable of travelling between them is out gunned and outmanned.
386 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 18, 2020
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S.M. Anderson
9 books209 followersSmall town kid born in Idaho, raised in Eastern Oregon. I left the Northwest for the CIA. Twenty eight years and a ton of travel mileage later, I am living in Northern Virginia with my wonderful family and still writing. You can follow my progress and blog at www.smanderson-author.com
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July 1, 2022
Good book with good story. Lots of action. But getting so tired of the female super hero's (Beverly) being able to make big men shake in their boots and cry with just a "look". Beverly can fly helicopters, jets, kill special forces with her pinky and make men faint with just a look. Maybe intended for comic relief.
October 26, 2021
Really good!
July 28, 2024
I’m intrigued by the story and will keep reading the other books, BUT his editor needs to read the book. There are so many errors. It’s as if his mind is faster than his typing. I have to reread a sentence over again to understand what he is trying to say. I’ve read other people have the same experience. I would recommend he gets on editor like Grammarly and pay for the actual version, not the free one to help with catching all those errors. I think he would be surprised how many errors is so called editor hasn’t found. Good luck and on to Bridgehead.
February 22, 2023
I think that by the time you have reached the third volume, you are either a fan or you question why you are reading this book. I have to admit that I found this book better than the second volume, which was head and shoulders above the first volume. I am glad that I stayed with it because I really enjoyed this book.
In terms of storyline, it wasn't too demanding. The good guys are the good guys and the evil-doers are the evil-doers. It's a fairly black and white world in which there is little moral ambiguity. I find that refreshing, as it happens. Perhaps that's what appeals in these books? We know who the heroes are and we are easily able to root for them, secure in the knowledge that they will prevail in the end. As I said, it's a simple tale that is told well.
I started to get a bit confused with the plethora of characters in this volume. I suspect that we shall lose some of them along the way - there is quite a high mortality rate for the bad guys - so I expect to have a constant flow of new villains to be slayed. And that's what we really want. We want good to triumph over evil, which it does in this book.
I appreciate that this book won't appeal to some people. It leans towards a form of neo-liberal libertarianism, but it ties itself in knots a bit if we start to tease out the politics in the book. I didn't go there because there is enough politics all around me for me to be looking for it at bedtime. I see these books as a fun bedtime yarn, which is written well, which has a decent pace to the storyline, and which I can just enjoy. That's why I enjoyed the book.
In terms of storyline, it wasn't too demanding. The good guys are the good guys and the evil-doers are the evil-doers. It's a fairly black and white world in which there is little moral ambiguity. I find that refreshing, as it happens. Perhaps that's what appeals in these books? We know who the heroes are and we are easily able to root for them, secure in the knowledge that they will prevail in the end. As I said, it's a simple tale that is told well.
I started to get a bit confused with the plethora of characters in this volume. I suspect that we shall lose some of them along the way - there is quite a high mortality rate for the bad guys - so I expect to have a constant flow of new villains to be slayed. And that's what we really want. We want good to triumph over evil, which it does in this book.
I appreciate that this book won't appeal to some people. It leans towards a form of neo-liberal libertarianism, but it ties itself in knots a bit if we start to tease out the politics in the book. I didn't go there because there is enough politics all around me for me to be looking for it at bedtime. I see these books as a fun bedtime yarn, which is written well, which has a decent pace to the storyline, and which I can just enjoy. That's why I enjoyed the book.
May 13, 2025
3rd book in the series and for the first half I have to admit that this was heading towards being my least favourite, and then things turned around and I found it as enjoyable as the first 2. The story has 3 distinct arcs:
1) Focussing on Kyle who has returned to 'Earth' to retrieve the Phone Box translator that can be used to move between the worlds as it's going to be needed to support Audie when he heads to Chandra in order to try and foster a rebellion against the Kaerin. Whilst there he meets up with Sir Geoff and others in hiding from the ISS
2) Audie and Jake go to Chandra to set up a base from which Eden can resupply them whilst they try and see about trying to get a rebellion started
3) There is story of Sir Geoff and his handlers who are trying to evade the ISS and attempting to reach the location of the Phone Box translator.
At first the book is a bit disjointed but it comes together nicely. The actions scenes are excellent, the book moves along at a good pace. The only downside for me is the somewhat disconnected storyline back on 'Earth'. We are led to believe that the Eden colony has been founded because of the need to escape the totalitarian like state that was forming in the US. the ISS is portrayed as almost omniscient locking up dissenters and protestors for minor or imagined causes. Yet, Sir Geoff's group steal and Osprey and nobody can find them. This feels to me like a bit of stretch. Now that Sir Geoff is on Eden, it will be interesting to see if any further parts of the story are set on 'Earth' or is this the last we will here of it.
1) Focussing on Kyle who has returned to 'Earth' to retrieve the Phone Box translator that can be used to move between the worlds as it's going to be needed to support Audie when he heads to Chandra in order to try and foster a rebellion against the Kaerin. Whilst there he meets up with Sir Geoff and others in hiding from the ISS
2) Audie and Jake go to Chandra to set up a base from which Eden can resupply them whilst they try and see about trying to get a rebellion started
3) There is story of Sir Geoff and his handlers who are trying to evade the ISS and attempting to reach the location of the Phone Box translator.
At first the book is a bit disjointed but it comes together nicely. The actions scenes are excellent, the book moves along at a good pace. The only downside for me is the somewhat disconnected storyline back on 'Earth'. We are led to believe that the Eden colony has been founded because of the need to escape the totalitarian like state that was forming in the US. the ISS is portrayed as almost omniscient locking up dissenters and protestors for minor or imagined causes. Yet, Sir Geoff's group steal and Osprey and nobody can find them. This feels to me like a bit of stretch. Now that Sir Geoff is on Eden, it will be interesting to see if any further parts of the story are set on 'Earth' or is this the last we will here of it.
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August 31, 2020
Marine veteran and political junkie!
Can't wait for book 4! Extropolating current political trends in the West rang true without sugar coating either Alt Right or Progressive positions. Hopefully it's a warning to both sides that their political opponents do have valid concerns.
The action sequences ring true to this former Marine. Most importantly it's truly a great story with characters who develop naturally. A great yarn!!!
Can't wait for book 4! Extropolating current political trends in the West rang true without sugar coating either Alt Right or Progressive positions. Hopefully it's a warning to both sides that their political opponents do have valid concerns.
The action sequences ring true to this former Marine. Most importantly it's truly a great story with characters who develop naturally. A great yarn!!!
September 15, 2020
A better soap opera.
Don't care much for these now seemingly popular series reads, attempting to garner readership as "GAME OF THRONES" copy cats. This one is better than most and worth the time. I probably will not be back for more, don't like waiting. It was, however, a reasonably good time passer. Well done and entertaining enough.
It only gets four stars because it's a wait for series soapy.
Don't care much for these now seemingly popular series reads, attempting to garner readership as "GAME OF THRONES" copy cats. This one is better than most and worth the time. I probably will not be back for more, don't like waiting. It was, however, a reasonably good time passer. Well done and entertaining enough.
It only gets four stars because it's a wait for series soapy.
October 21, 2020
Simply the best author I have come across in a long time!
I very rarely leave reviews but I had to this time. I was so intrigued by the authors writing style and story lines that I have devoured every book he has on the market and an impatiently waiting for sequels.
You won't regret reading these books.....as long as you don't mind staying up all night page turning because you just can't put them down
Well done Mr Anderson! Well done. Now write faster
I very rarely leave reviews but I had to this time. I was so intrigued by the authors writing style and story lines that I have devoured every book he has on the market and an impatiently waiting for sequels.
You won't regret reading these books.....as long as you don't mind staying up all night page turning because you just can't put them down
Well done Mr Anderson! Well done. Now write faster
February 8, 2021
I WANT MORE...
Usually when I am fortunate enough to discover an exciting new author (new for ME, I mean) it's after they have completed an entire story arc.
With The Eden Chronicles I came in after book three, and I believe I will go NUTS while waiting for book four....
This is undoubtedly one of the freshest, most exciting stories I have read in a long time.
I highly recommend it.
Usually when I am fortunate enough to discover an exciting new author (new for ME, I mean) it's after they have completed an entire story arc.
With The Eden Chronicles I came in after book three, and I believe I will go NUTS while waiting for book four....
This is undoubtedly one of the freshest, most exciting stories I have read in a long time.
I highly recommend it.
April 13, 2021
This series is excellent
But it could use a better technical proofreader. I get pulled out of the story when a vehicle is described as a “Hi-Lo” when what is described as a HiLux. Vehicle machine gun mounts are pintles not “spindles.” It’s a nitpick, but I find it jarring.
Having said that, I’m really enjoying the story, excepting the accurate prophecy of what’s happening here on Earth Prime. Too believable.
But it could use a better technical proofreader. I get pulled out of the story when a vehicle is described as a “Hi-Lo” when what is described as a HiLux. Vehicle machine gun mounts are pintles not “spindles.” It’s a nitpick, but I find it jarring.
Having said that, I’m really enjoying the story, excepting the accurate prophecy of what’s happening here on Earth Prime. Too believable.
December 7, 2022
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It was well written. The story was interesting. The characters were engaging. I believe I have read all of the Seasons of Man and Eden Chronicles books. They were all excellent and I am eagerly awaiting more! Additionally, I wanted to say how much I appreciated reading an author who shared my values and did not insult my intelligence with politically correct / woke garbage. That is really rare these days and I am so thankful I found S. M. Anderson’s books.
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February 6, 2024A third good read
Sometimes the third book in a series is just a place holder, going deeper into characters and the like. Not here. Book 3 is action packed from the start to the finish.
That said it was difficult remembering what world was currently being used and who was where. Some characters from books 1 and 2 have only made it into book 3 in name.
It is a good read and points to a good 4th novel
Sometimes the third book in a series is just a place holder, going deeper into characters and the like. Not here. Book 3 is action packed from the start to the finish.
That said it was difficult remembering what world was currently being used and who was where. Some characters from books 1 and 2 have only made it into book 3 in name.
It is a good read and points to a good 4th novel
August 1, 2020
Hard to put down read.
The character building and story lines are exceptional, the editing needs some work but not too disruptive to reading flow. The story makes you wish inter dimensional travel was a thing, I would love to "start over" on Eden. If you are looking for a break from reality I highly recommend this series.
The character building and story lines are exceptional, the editing needs some work but not too disruptive to reading flow. The story makes you wish inter dimensional travel was a thing, I would love to "start over" on Eden. If you are looking for a break from reality I highly recommend this series.
August 21, 2020
Great new series
I got into this series on the recommendation of a friend. Really glad I did.
This series is a mash up of Science Fiction, action/military adventure and a bit of political thought tossed in. The author does it well.
I’m looking forward to a Book 4 and to explore some of his other writing.
I got into this series on the recommendation of a friend. Really glad I did.
This series is a mash up of Science Fiction, action/military adventure and a bit of political thought tossed in. The author does it well.
I’m looking forward to a Book 4 and to explore some of his other writing.
September 13, 2020
Worst part is waiting for the next book!
Great action. The multi-dimensional world war story has a fully fleshed out backstory that lends great detail and explanation for some events and character choices. Some more minor characters from previous books in the series take more centre stage here. This book has left me wanting more.
Great action. The multi-dimensional world war story has a fully fleshed out backstory that lends great detail and explanation for some events and character choices. Some more minor characters from previous books in the series take more centre stage here. This book has left me wanting more.
September 15, 2020
Very enjoyable and well written.
Fun concept and well executed. Lots of surprises along the way and very few grammatical errors. One of the very few books of this genre that spends more time building characters than going into munitions detail. An idea; add one gun nut character and let him go on at length about his equipment.
Fun concept and well executed. Lots of surprises along the way and very few grammatical errors. One of the very few books of this genre that spends more time building characters than going into munitions detail. An idea; add one gun nut character and let him go on at length about his equipment.
December 6, 2020
Thrilling dystopian series
Just finished book 3. The world and character development is engrossing and gains more depth with each book.
A different spin on what caused this dystopian world but again quite topical with some of the autocratic, totalitarian and theocratic governments on our planet. Great writing and very much looking forward to book 4.
Just finished book 3. The world and character development is engrossing and gains more depth with each book.
A different spin on what caused this dystopian world but again quite topical with some of the autocratic, totalitarian and theocratic governments on our planet. Great writing and very much looking forward to book 4.
December 13, 2020
Tolerable Series — BUT — NOT Enuf SciFi!!!
Kudos to The Author for trying to tie together their 3rd book with the previous two.
But, it’s simply a book about war, not SciFi. I mean, there ain’t even any real aliens to write about — just humans from a different Earth.
Do I care that there will likely now be a 2nd Trilogy?!? No.
Kudos to The Author for trying to tie together their 3rd book with the previous two.
But, it’s simply a book about war, not SciFi. I mean, there ain’t even any real aliens to write about — just humans from a different Earth.
Do I care that there will likely now be a 2nd Trilogy?!? No.
January 30, 2021
👍☺👍☺👍☺
Great book/series,well written with very few typos,well developed characters who respond in a very real very human way,none of the "normal man suddenly turning heroic while performing superhuman feats"stuff that so many of this genre is overloaded with,you won't be disappointed with this series
Great book/series,well written with very few typos,well developed characters who respond in a very real very human way,none of the "normal man suddenly turning heroic while performing superhuman feats"stuff that so many of this genre is overloaded with,you won't be disappointed with this series
February 2, 2021
Eden
Just finished reading all three books in the series and really hope that the author writes more in the series. Right from the beginning this series keeps you intrigued with plenty of action and lots of science it also reflexs on the way the governments of the world are going. This is a must read for all lover's of great stories.
Just finished reading all three books in the series and really hope that the author writes more in the series. Right from the beginning this series keeps you intrigued with plenty of action and lots of science it also reflexs on the way the governments of the world are going. This is a must read for all lover's of great stories.
October 5, 2021
Action packed, that coverts three worlds!
Well, S. M. Anderson continues to produce literature that not only satisfies, but causes disruptions to people’s daily routines. Three worlds, different peoples, and excitement from page to page. If you like adventure, this series is for you. Enjoy! Bravo Zulu, Mr. Anderson!
Well, S. M. Anderson continues to produce literature that not only satisfies, but causes disruptions to people’s daily routines. Three worlds, different peoples, and excitement from page to page. If you like adventure, this series is for you. Enjoy! Bravo Zulu, Mr. Anderson!
December 15, 2021
Excellent series
Enjoyed this series of books on inter dimensional worlds book one was excellent book two started slow but soon picked up and book three tied up the trilogy nicely although saying that Mr Anderson left it open for a follow up,well worth a read brilliant series.👍👍👍👍👍
Enjoyed this series of books on inter dimensional worlds book one was excellent book two started slow but soon picked up and book three tied up the trilogy nicely although saying that Mr Anderson left it open for a follow up,well worth a read brilliant series.👍👍👍👍👍
January 28, 2022
Bringing the fight to New Shores. (Get it like the title). Audie and Jake go to chandra to start the work to tear down the big bad guys. And an excursion back to good ol earth ends in pain and two new annoying tag-a-longs. Best book in the series so far as it avoided most of the crazy political stuff, focused on action, and sneaking around in world lost in time.
October 9, 2022
I actually preferred this to the other 2 books in the series as there was even less right wing preaching and more tactics and a lot of action. The story all makes complete sense in their universe and is really ingenious and thought provoking. My only critisism is that the book is a bit short and that it really is a bit 2 dimensional with people either being supremely good or horrifically evil.
July 30, 2020
Great story line
Well written, good plot and good character development! Looking forward to books 4,5 and 6! I enjoy a great story and this is one of the best! Up there with David Weber and John Ringo!
Well written, good plot and good character development! Looking forward to books 4,5 and 6! I enjoy a great story and this is one of the best! Up there with David Weber and John Ringo!
August 31, 2020
A bit tardy
I really should’ve left reviews for the first two books in this series too, but at the end of each, I was in a hurry to start reading the next. What can I say? Read them. Read them now. You will not be disappointed.
I really should’ve left reviews for the first two books in this series too, but at the end of each, I was in a hurry to start reading the next. What can I say? Read them. Read them now. You will not be disappointed.
September 3, 2020
Good story again, but please get a proofreader.
Another good story and it was clear quite quickly that it would not be the last. However, again the book desperately needs proofreading and a little editing as some parts didn't flow as well as they could have.
Another good story and it was clear quite quickly that it would not be the last. However, again the book desperately needs proofreading and a little editing as some parts didn't flow as well as they could have.
September 6, 2020
Fantastic
One of the most enjoyable books that I have read recently a lot of authors can write edge of the seat thrillers but not that many can find yourself with a good bellylaugh at the same time
One of the most enjoyable books that I have read recently a lot of authors can write edge of the seat thrillers but not that many can find yourself with a good bellylaugh at the same time
September 7, 2020
Stunning
This story is far better than I had hoped. Elements of everything type of situation that interest me are present. The elements are woven together to create a tale too good to put down.
This story is far better than I had hoped. Elements of everything type of situation that interest me are present. The elements are woven together to create a tale too good to put down.
September 13, 2020
Great series!
I really don't like to start series, most are chunked up and together wouldn't make a decent book. But this is good! Great characters, interesting plot...well written..and if there was a typo, I couldn't find it. Enjoy this series..I'm off to hunt another
I really don't like to start series, most are chunked up and together wouldn't make a decent book. But this is good! Great characters, interesting plot...well written..and if there was a typo, I couldn't find it. Enjoy this series..I'm off to hunt another
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