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Sword: The Globur Incursion Book 5
Which system the Globur will target next is unknown. The size and strength of the enemy forces are also - unknown. What is known is that no system has ever been defended successfully, and fear grips the rim worlds. TF15 stands alone against the alien onslaught. Rear Admiral Jones is a new task force commander, as untested as his new ships. TF15 has every advantage that humanity can provide, and Jones has added a few of his own. Captain Zenke commands one of his destroyers, and onboard his flagship is every surviving Marine veteran of the Globur incursion. For the first time, sealed orders authorize Jones to take the offensive where he sees an advantage. Jones moves to execute his new strategy, hoping to finally, successfully, defend systems under threat. At Fleet headquarters, battles take place to gain the support and resources needed to stem the alien tide. Politicians continue to suppress the truth as they pursue their agendas. Some offer support, some look for personal profit, and some support the People for Peace, blaming the Fleet for the conflict. Grand Admiral Medici fights the political establishment, risking treason in the hope of victory. The Fleet has been the shield of humanity. Now they must become the Sword. The victorious have no sins.
418 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 3, 2020
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About the author
D. Rebbitt
10 books81 followersD. 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.
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.
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September 12, 2020
Immersive action. Forbes-like battle scenes with Nuttall-scale plot.
The Globur have taken numerous rim systems, viciously attacking until they have absolute victory. Grand Admiral Medici’s newest task force is deployed to patrol the vulnerable Chard and Mongolia planetary systems. Now, he’s just learnt of an imminent Globur incursion.
Medici immediately authorizes Rear Admiral Jones heading Task Force 15, to preemptive strike the Globur, as soon as the enemy exits quantum space. Meanwhile Stuckov, Medici’s second in command, dispatches TF13-Heavy’s CO Rear Admiral Pang to aid Jones.
Humanity’s only two battle-ready task forces have been committed. Everyone knows that the Globur do not retreat. They are undefeated. Will Jones’ new strategy succeed? Will Pang’s determined and blunt hammer-like aggression be sufficient? Will the fleet continue as humanity’s shield, or will it now become the sword?
D. Rebbitt has crafted another action-packed galactic empire , science fiction story. The author has the flair of M.R. Forbes ’ nail-biting battle scene style and Christopher Nuttall ’s enthralling military space opera plot building.
Sword has left me salivating for more and I’m eager to get my hands on Rebbitt ’s next book.
The Globur have taken numerous rim systems, viciously attacking until they have absolute victory. Grand Admiral Medici’s newest task force is deployed to patrol the vulnerable Chard and Mongolia planetary systems. Now, he’s just learnt of an imminent Globur incursion.
Medici immediately authorizes Rear Admiral Jones heading Task Force 15, to preemptive strike the Globur, as soon as the enemy exits quantum space. Meanwhile Stuckov, Medici’s second in command, dispatches TF13-Heavy’s CO Rear Admiral Pang to aid Jones.
Humanity’s only two battle-ready task forces have been committed. Everyone knows that the Globur do not retreat. They are undefeated. Will Jones’ new strategy succeed? Will Pang’s determined and blunt hammer-like aggression be sufficient? Will the fleet continue as humanity’s shield, or will it now become the sword?
D. Rebbitt has crafted another action-packed galactic empire , science fiction story. The author has the flair of M.R. Forbes ’ nail-biting battle scene style and Christopher Nuttall ’s enthralling military space opera plot building.
Sword has left me salivating for more and I’m eager to get my hands on Rebbitt ’s next book.
September 19, 2025
As with Book 4, this volume directly continues the events of the previous volume as if it is just another chapter in the same book. However, in the early pages of THIS volume a hint has been dropped to begin to unlock the mystery cliff-hanger that ended Book 1. And we see the miraculous appearance of the unknown imperial ship entering the battle that is the cliff-hanger that ended Book 1 from the perspective of the other imperial forces engaged in that battle. While it IS possible to start reading this series with this volume, it would be much better that you begin this series with 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).
June 24, 2020
The Empire is under attack by an alien race, the Globur, who are moving from one human occupied system to another, annihilating everything in their path, including Fleet task forces. Read Admiral Jones, commanding Task Force 15, intercepts a squadron of Globur ships and engages. The battle is won with the help of a heavy fighter that suddenly emerges out of Qdrive, spewing powerful weapons at the enemy. The Globur are defeated, but at huge cost to TF15. Where did the fighter come from, and who is the severely injured pilot? Another squadron of Globur ships makes an incursion. This time, it is up to TF13H to stop them. Fighting the Globur was bad enough, but the Fleet command must also fight vested interests from several Senators, seeking to reap profits from the alien ‘incursion’, the word ‘war’ not to be mentioned, lest the population at large becomes alarmed.
From the first two pages of ‘Sword’ by D. Rebbitt, many readers will feel unease at being plunged into a saga populated by an array of undefined characters, past events, and internal political machinations, the history of the Globur/human war buried in the first four books of the series. In ‘Sword’, D. Rebbitt provides readers with sketchy character descriptions, but floods the book with ample event narratives. This is not an intellectual work that explores war and the devastating effect combat has on those who have to fight and die. What this book unashamedly does is thrusts readers into detailed blow by blow space and close-quarter combat sequences with an enemy that cannot be reasoned with, and who know no mercy. The combat sequences are remarkably similar to David Weber’s ‘Honor Harrington’ books, including the weaponry used. Readers who thrive on pure space combat and do not want to be distracted by the human element will love ‘Sword’. For readers looking for some depth, ‘Sword’ is best left alone.
From the first two pages of ‘Sword’ by D. Rebbitt, many readers will feel unease at being plunged into a saga populated by an array of undefined characters, past events, and internal political machinations, the history of the Globur/human war buried in the first four books of the series. In ‘Sword’, D. Rebbitt provides readers with sketchy character descriptions, but floods the book with ample event narratives. This is not an intellectual work that explores war and the devastating effect combat has on those who have to fight and die. What this book unashamedly does is thrusts readers into detailed blow by blow space and close-quarter combat sequences with an enemy that cannot be reasoned with, and who know no mercy. The combat sequences are remarkably similar to David Weber’s ‘Honor Harrington’ books, including the weaponry used. Readers who thrive on pure space combat and do not want to be distracted by the human element will love ‘Sword’. For readers looking for some depth, ‘Sword’ is best left alone.
January 18, 2023
you can skip whole chapters and miss nothing.
I’m tired of the endless battle sequences. They all sound the same. Yet, I want to see all the lose ends get tied up. Now that I know how to skip the repetitive battles, the next book will go faster.
And an editor is still sorely needed.
I’m tired of the endless battle sequences. They all sound the same. Yet, I want to see all the lose ends get tied up. Now that I know how to skip the repetitive battles, the next book will go faster.
And an editor is still sorely needed.
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