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Renegade Star #16
Renegade Peace
The epic conclusion is here!
As the Celestials make their way to Earth, humanity must make its final stand. The Union, Sarkonians, Eternals, and the free people of Earth must stand together or face extinction. But doing so will not be easy.
Despite all their preparations, all their work and steadfast resolve, Jace and the crew of the Renegade Star must scramble to unite the galaxy before the enemy arrives. They will need help from every government, rebel group, and anyone with a ship to step up and fight. That means calling on both soldiers and criminals, allies and enemies, all in the hope that they will understand what is at stake and unite together for the greater good.
Mankind's final test is about to begin. Will we rise to the challenge? Or will we allow our petty disputes and political vendettas to get in the way of our own survival?
As the Celestials make their way to Earth, humanity must make its final stand. The Union, Sarkonians, Eternals, and the free people of Earth must stand together or face extinction. But doing so will not be easy.
Despite all their preparations, all their work and steadfast resolve, Jace and the crew of the Renegade Star must scramble to unite the galaxy before the enemy arrives. They will need help from every government, rebel group, and anyone with a ship to step up and fight. That means calling on both soldiers and criminals, allies and enemies, all in the hope that they will understand what is at stake and unite together for the greater good.
Mankind's final test is about to begin. Will we rise to the challenge? Or will we allow our petty disputes and political vendettas to get in the way of our own survival?
326 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 20, 2020
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June 4, 2024
When you turn the last page in the final installment of a 16-book series it took you nearly two bloody shrimping years to read:
And also:
And also, also:
P.S. The books in this series are perfect for those times when you are feeling Certifiably Braindead™ and in dire need of a quick, action-packed, pew-pew-pew-filled, no-grey-cells-required read. Just so you know and stuff.
· Book 1: Renegade Star ★★★★
· Book 2: Renegade Atlas ★★★★
· Book 3: Renegade Moon ★★★★
· Book 4: Renegade Lost ★★★★
· Book 5: Renegade Fleet ★★★★
· Book 6: Renegade Earth ★★★★
· Book 7: Renegade Dawn ★★★★
· Book 8: Renegade Children ★★★★
· Book 9: Renegade Union ★★★★
· Book 10: Renegade Empire ★★★★
· Book 11: Renegade Descent ★★★★
· Book 12: Renegade Rising ★★★★
· Book 13: Renegade Alliance ★★★★
· Book 14: Renegade Evolution ★★★★
· Book 15: Renegade War ★★★★
And also:
And also, also:
P.S. The books in this series are perfect for those times when you are feeling Certifiably Braindead™ and in dire need of a quick, action-packed, pew-pew-pew-filled, no-grey-cells-required read. Just so you know and stuff.
· Book 1: Renegade Star ★★★★
· Book 2: Renegade Atlas ★★★★
· Book 3: Renegade Moon ★★★★
· Book 4: Renegade Lost ★★★★
· Book 5: Renegade Fleet ★★★★
· Book 6: Renegade Earth ★★★★
· Book 7: Renegade Dawn ★★★★
· Book 8: Renegade Children ★★★★
· Book 9: Renegade Union ★★★★
· Book 10: Renegade Empire ★★★★
· Book 11: Renegade Descent ★★★★
· Book 12: Renegade Rising ★★★★
· Book 13: Renegade Alliance ★★★★
· Book 14: Renegade Evolution ★★★★
· Book 15: Renegade War ★★★★
September 27, 2020
A fitting end!
The finale was everything I hoped. The continuation of Jace from renegade to fatherhood and a happy ending. Life goes on.
The finale was everything I hoped. The continuation of Jace from renegade to fatherhood and a happy ending. Life goes on.
September 23, 2020
What a journey...
I’m always a little sad when a good series ends, it’s as if good friends have moved away. This has been a very entertaining series that I’d highly recommend.
I’m always a little sad when a good series ends, it’s as if good friends have moved away. This has been a very entertaining series that I’d highly recommend.
September 30, 2020
Excellent series
I have enjoyed every book in this series and hate to see it end. Thank you Mr. Chaney for many hours of reading pleasure.
I have enjoyed every book in this series and hate to see it end. Thank you Mr. Chaney for many hours of reading pleasure.
September 20, 2020
Fantastic series
I have followed this series from the beginning and have not been disappointed. I love the way it was finished. You weren't left wondering how life had turned out for Jace at the end and seeing all the other characters from other series come together for the final battle just made this book even better. Thank you and I look forward to my next read.
I have followed this series from the beginning and have not been disappointed. I love the way it was finished. You weren't left wondering how life had turned out for Jace at the end and seeing all the other characters from other series come together for the final battle just made this book even better. Thank you and I look forward to my next read.
September 25, 2020
What a great series!
From the first book to the last the story of Jace, Abby and Lex leads the reader on one adventure after another. I looked forward to reading book after book. With Renegade
Peace as the last story it was the perfect place to end where creation started, good old Mother Earth!
From the first book to the last the story of Jace, Abby and Lex leads the reader on one adventure after another. I looked forward to reading book after book. With Renegade
Peace as the last story it was the perfect place to end where creation started, good old Mother Earth!
October 5, 2020
One of the best stories I’ve ever read
I am so happy to have read the Renegade Star series - it gave me so much joy to see the story progress and sadness when it ended. 15/10
I am so happy to have read the Renegade Star series - it gave me so much joy to see the story progress and sadness when it ended. 15/10
September 29, 2020
Earth, real???
It started with a space ship and an odd assortment of people! It ended up in earth, which turned out to be real. Jace, Abby, Lex started the journey by getting away from the Union who wanted to experiment on Lex! Along the way, they found an old colony ship, they gathered more people along the way! Fought battles but made it to earth! They settled in, and then the celestial came and wanted to exterminate the humans! Another battle! This time to keep the human race alive along with earth! Will miss this series! It's been a fun read and I will miss Jace, Abby, Lex, etc... Please read! You will enjoy the series!!
It started with a space ship and an odd assortment of people! It ended up in earth, which turned out to be real. Jace, Abby, Lex started the journey by getting away from the Union who wanted to experiment on Lex! Along the way, they found an old colony ship, they gathered more people along the way! Fought battles but made it to earth! They settled in, and then the celestial came and wanted to exterminate the humans! Another battle! This time to keep the human race alive along with earth! Will miss this series! It's been a fun read and I will miss Jace, Abby, Lex, etc... Please read! You will enjoy the series!!
September 25, 2020
Amazing....Amazing.....Amazing!!!
If the title didn't tell it all. This was an amazing book! What an incredible end to the series. I am so happy to have been able to read through this series!
The action was not over the top, and the characters are still likable and ready to kick some butt!!
There are some sad moments, but also some very happy ones.
I'm sad that it is over, but hopefully we will see more tie in universe's down the road.
If the title didn't tell it all. This was an amazing book! What an incredible end to the series. I am so happy to have been able to read through this series!
The action was not over the top, and the characters are still likable and ready to kick some butt!!
There are some sad moments, but also some very happy ones.
I'm sad that it is over, but hopefully we will see more tie in universe's down the road.
October 5, 2020
A fitting end
Jace, Abigail and Lex just want to live a quiet, family life on Earth but the Celestials have other ideas. To stop them Jace will need to bring together the Union, the Sarkonians, as many Renegades as he can gather and anyone else willing to fight. It’s a sad fact that humanity just doesn’t realise the possible fate ahead of them. Some do however including our friend The Last Reaper!
This is one fight that Jace and co. cannot afford to lose.
Jace, Abigail and Lex just want to live a quiet, family life on Earth but the Celestials have other ideas. To stop them Jace will need to bring together the Union, the Sarkonians, as many Renegades as he can gather and anyone else willing to fight. It’s a sad fact that humanity just doesn’t realise the possible fate ahead of them. Some do however including our friend The Last Reaper!
This is one fight that Jace and co. cannot afford to lose.
September 25, 2020
How do save the world
I didnt want this series to end. But it ended up in a place full of hope and even the chance for Jace to be the hero the galaxy needs again. Intense and engaging I loved this book as much as the first.
I didnt want this series to end. But it ended up in a place full of hope and even the chance for Jace to be the hero the galaxy needs again. Intense and engaging I loved this book as much as the first.
September 26, 2020
The finale that I needed, but didn’t want.
This is the conclusion to an epic space opera of a Renegade turned friend, turned hero, turned humanities best hope. This is the end of a crazy ride and I don’t want to get off.
This is the conclusion to an epic space opera of a Renegade turned friend, turned hero, turned humanities best hope. This is the end of a crazy ride and I don’t want to get off.
September 20, 2020
Fantastic
What a great ending to a great series. This series has kept me going lol could not put my kindle down. Looking forward to reading the rest of JN Cheney's stories
What a great ending to a great series. This series has kept me going lol could not put my kindle down. Looking forward to reading the rest of JN Cheney's stories
September 26, 2020
This was so much fun
Climb aboard The Renegade Star and assemble a crew, follow the clues, uncover the truth, and most importantly, try to stay alive. You won't regret it.
Climb aboard The Renegade Star and assemble a crew, follow the clues, uncover the truth, and most importantly, try to stay alive. You won't regret it.
November 25, 2021
The war between humanity and the Celestials is about to come to an end. The last battle will happen on and around Earth. The Alliance is working to find some weapon or advantage over the enemy and time is running short. More help is being requested from the renegades and ravagers because the entire universe is under threat of extinction if the Celestials win. Jace is coming to grips with his father's failures and his own fatherly role to Lex. He remembers his past, how he came to be the leader of Earth, and cherishes his new family. He will do anything it takes to win this war and bring peace to Earth. This book has it all! All the action and all the feels. This is probably my favorite edition within this series. I have really enjoyed these books and will have to check out others written by this author.
January 9, 2021
Storyteller and philosopher.
I just finished reading all sixteen books in the Renegade series. Chaney wrote one of the best series I have ever read. Each book was its own story wrapped around the core characters. He peppers the story with life lessons that tell of Jase’s growth from a Renegade only out for himself, to a nation and family builder. Chaney’s story never lags or becomes redundant. Although I am glad to see it end, I am sorry to see it go. I was glad to see Cain brought into it. Based on how they parted I am hopeful that we will see them together in the future. Thanks for a wonderful distraction.
I just finished reading all sixteen books in the Renegade series. Chaney wrote one of the best series I have ever read. Each book was its own story wrapped around the core characters. He peppers the story with life lessons that tell of Jase’s growth from a Renegade only out for himself, to a nation and family builder. Chaney’s story never lags or becomes redundant. Although I am glad to see it end, I am sorry to see it go. I was glad to see Cain brought into it. Based on how they parted I am hopeful that we will see them together in the future. Thanks for a wonderful distraction.
September 13, 2021
A satisfying conclusion to the Renegade saga.
The final showdown between humans and Celestials. As with life, some die, some survive, one side wins and life goes on for them. I'm sure it won't be any surprise as to who won and while there is no hail mary, the conclusion feels right. Everything that happened before has led up to this event and some people will come into their own proving to be a valuable asset. A sure sign of a good saga is that I'm eager to read it again!
The final showdown between humans and Celestials. As with life, some die, some survive, one side wins and life goes on for them. I'm sure it won't be any surprise as to who won and while there is no hail mary, the conclusion feels right. Everything that happened before has led up to this event and some people will come into their own proving to be a valuable asset. A sure sign of a good saga is that I'm eager to read it again!
October 16, 2020
Wow what a ride
When I began Renegade Star I was immediately brought into this futuristic yet somewhat alien universe. Then we found out that maybe it wasn't so alien after all with rumors of earth and a young girl the key to finding our past.
If you want an excellent adventure I must wholeheartedly suggest that you follow Jace , Abby and Lex through their adventures .
When I began Renegade Star I was immediately brought into this futuristic yet somewhat alien universe. Then we found out that maybe it wasn't so alien after all with rumors of earth and a young girl the key to finding our past.
If you want an excellent adventure I must wholeheartedly suggest that you follow Jace , Abby and Lex through their adventures .
October 16, 2020
The end
The finale of the Renegade Star series was not a disappointment, lots of action, the final battle for the salvation of humanity was excellent and continued the constant addition of new and better technology was invigorating.
But let's not forget the characters and the story of love and loss and family.
Congratulations J. N.
The finale of the Renegade Star series was not a disappointment, lots of action, the final battle for the salvation of humanity was excellent and continued the constant addition of new and better technology was invigorating.
But let's not forget the characters and the story of love and loss and family.
Congratulations J. N.
July 9, 2021
I started listening to this series 3 weeks ago. The free Publisher pack on Audible sucked me in. The main character, Jace Hughes, was such a charismatic, fun, flawed hero that goes through an amazing journey over the course of 16 books. Luke Daniels was a great narrator, he MADE the series come alive.
Great great series! ❤️
Great great series! ❤️
January 27, 2021
The end
Or is it? There seems to be a lot more to the story of Jase and co yet. It only needs J.N. to be motivated to bring them all back to the pages so we poor readers can get closure. C'mon Mr Chaney, FEED ME!!
Or is it? There seems to be a lot more to the story of Jase and co yet. It only needs J.N. to be motivated to bring them all back to the pages so we poor readers can get closure. C'mon Mr Chaney, FEED ME!!
April 17, 2021
Great ending
This book starts out with the earth being threatened and no one knowing what they could do to save earth as it turns out A unheard of thing turns the tide and helps earth
This book starts out with the earth being threatened and no one knowing what they could do to save earth as it turns out A unheard of thing turns the tide and helps earth
August 3, 2023
Series Review
I haven't reviewed many of the individual books in this series, after the first few, mainly because I read this whole series back to back and each book kind of blurred together into one long story.
That's the first thing I want to say about this series, the writing, from book to book, is consist. If you enjoy the style of the first book, then you should enjoy the entire series. There wasn't really a low point or an off book, the series pretty much feels even the whole way through. That's good and bad, as there was none I had to struggle to finish, but also none that really stood out to me as being exceptional. Overall, I think it's a good thing, but that's up to every reader.
One thing about this series, that I didn't care for, was the absentce of loss. ***minor spoilers*** I'm not saying I want a Walking Dead/Game of Thrones type of story where the cast gets reset every other book. However, the danger looses it's impact when there are no consequences. If there is no actual danger of loosing a character, than their struggle was meaningless.
This series is very trope heavy. It contains all the typical sci fi tropes that a typical sci fi adventure series has to offer. For example general scientists that are masters of everything from theoretical physics, biology, engineering, psychology and everything in between. Reluctant hero/leader, alien technology that can only be used by the main character, enemies that can be invisible, staff weapons that shoot energy, etc. It has it all. That's not to say this is bad, but it does stand out and can seem a little cheezy, at times. What it does, is firmly sit this series in the space opera category, and about as far away from hard sci fi as possible.
The characters are all likable and easy to explore the stories with. This is both good and bad, as it's always a fun time, but it means that the characters are a little too surface layer. They have depth, but no complexity. Their allegiances are never at risk of switching, there's no other motives going on, it all very what you see is what you get.
The settings are a bit all over the place. Most of the series takes place on space stations and star ships, with the blandness that entails. However, they are often planetside and that offers more diversity.
The overall plot is interesting and fairly fast paced. While not all books make a lot of progress, in terms of final goal, there's always something happening to keep the interest going. The stories never seem to sit back and stall. Even when things slow down a bit, the humor takes over to keep the intensity up.
This is ultimately what makes these books so great, is the humor and charm of the main character. It's the reason to read it, and to keep going. It's why this series is so great and the Renegade Origins books are less great. This series side characters lack the charm to make their origin stories noteworthy.
The voice narration, by Luke Daniels, is great. He doesn't have a huge range of voices, but he generally had enough distinction between them that it doesn't become an issue. His tone and way of speaking matches well with this series' tone. It was a pleasure to experience this series with him.
All in all, this was a great series. The humor and light hearted story made for a compelling experience. I listened to all these books back to back it was hard to stop or think of another series, while doing it. It relies heavily of tropes and cliches, especially with character types and situations, but it's to be expected with stories like this, and it didn't become bother some. The voice narration was great and it was an overall fun time.
I would definitely recommend this series to anyone looking for a light hearted space opera.
I haven't reviewed many of the individual books in this series, after the first few, mainly because I read this whole series back to back and each book kind of blurred together into one long story.
That's the first thing I want to say about this series, the writing, from book to book, is consist. If you enjoy the style of the first book, then you should enjoy the entire series. There wasn't really a low point or an off book, the series pretty much feels even the whole way through. That's good and bad, as there was none I had to struggle to finish, but also none that really stood out to me as being exceptional. Overall, I think it's a good thing, but that's up to every reader.
One thing about this series, that I didn't care for, was the absentce of loss. ***minor spoilers*** I'm not saying I want a Walking Dead/Game of Thrones type of story where the cast gets reset every other book. However, the danger looses it's impact when there are no consequences. If there is no actual danger of loosing a character, than their struggle was meaningless.
This series is very trope heavy. It contains all the typical sci fi tropes that a typical sci fi adventure series has to offer. For example general scientists that are masters of everything from theoretical physics, biology, engineering, psychology and everything in between. Reluctant hero/leader, alien technology that can only be used by the main character, enemies that can be invisible, staff weapons that shoot energy, etc. It has it all. That's not to say this is bad, but it does stand out and can seem a little cheezy, at times. What it does, is firmly sit this series in the space opera category, and about as far away from hard sci fi as possible.
The characters are all likable and easy to explore the stories with. This is both good and bad, as it's always a fun time, but it means that the characters are a little too surface layer. They have depth, but no complexity. Their allegiances are never at risk of switching, there's no other motives going on, it all very what you see is what you get.
The settings are a bit all over the place. Most of the series takes place on space stations and star ships, with the blandness that entails. However, they are often planetside and that offers more diversity.
The overall plot is interesting and fairly fast paced. While not all books make a lot of progress, in terms of final goal, there's always something happening to keep the interest going. The stories never seem to sit back and stall. Even when things slow down a bit, the humor takes over to keep the intensity up.
This is ultimately what makes these books so great, is the humor and charm of the main character. It's the reason to read it, and to keep going. It's why this series is so great and the Renegade Origins books are less great. This series side characters lack the charm to make their origin stories noteworthy.
The voice narration, by Luke Daniels, is great. He doesn't have a huge range of voices, but he generally had enough distinction between them that it doesn't become an issue. His tone and way of speaking matches well with this series' tone. It was a pleasure to experience this series with him.
All in all, this was a great series. The humor and light hearted story made for a compelling experience. I listened to all these books back to back it was hard to stop or think of another series, while doing it. It relies heavily of tropes and cliches, especially with character types and situations, but it's to be expected with stories like this, and it didn't become bother some. The voice narration was great and it was an overall fun time.
I would definitely recommend this series to anyone looking for a light hearted space opera.
January 22, 2022
Great book with an ok finish
Obviously you have to like the series quite a bit if you made it to book 16. My negative critiques are mainly nitpicky. I've really enjoyed all of his books because he's been able to keep them exciting and keep you on the edge of your seat. This book like many of the others had those same moments but oddly enough the final battle I kind of felt like this and was relatively short. (Kind of spoiler) I was also a little surprised that there weren't any twists surprises or really deaths of main characters at the end of the book. It was pretty straightforward and I felt shorter than some of the other battles they faced. Just seemed a little abrupt for a battle that consisted of 90% of humanities fighting vessels in the galaxy. Or that they got help from all these people who had never fought celestials and basically told them good luck. But when Jace and the crew first fights celestials it's a blood bath and 1 or 2 of celestials can take out groups of humans with ease. I usually try to suspend disbelief but certain aspects of the end of the book just didn't even seem in the parameters of the Renegade Star series. Overall, a fun series and I'm sad it's over.
Obviously you have to like the series quite a bit if you made it to book 16. My negative critiques are mainly nitpicky. I've really enjoyed all of his books because he's been able to keep them exciting and keep you on the edge of your seat. This book like many of the others had those same moments but oddly enough the final battle I kind of felt like this and was relatively short. (Kind of spoiler) I was also a little surprised that there weren't any twists surprises or really deaths of main characters at the end of the book. It was pretty straightforward and I felt shorter than some of the other battles they faced. Just seemed a little abrupt for a battle that consisted of 90% of humanities fighting vessels in the galaxy. Or that they got help from all these people who had never fought celestials and basically told them good luck. But when Jace and the crew first fights celestials it's a blood bath and 1 or 2 of celestials can take out groups of humans with ease. I usually try to suspend disbelief but certain aspects of the end of the book just didn't even seem in the parameters of the Renegade Star series. Overall, a fun series and I'm sad it's over.
October 18, 2025
Naturally, there's a second war with the Celestials after the first war saw half the Celestial fleet disappear into a slipstream. Freddy and Petra marry. Lexi gains control over the trilobites. The Earth forces and the Union are ready for the second attack and the non-combatants retreat underground. There's a new Celestial on four legs which is no match for the trilobites. The Earth forces send out drones but they fail. Other non-Celestials show up to fight on the Earth side aided by the trilobites. Then the Celestial flagship shows up. It takes the bait and is deluged with drones. The Celestials are not impervious to bullets. Lexi helps. Jace has a broken rib and the Sarkonians show up. The Celestials lose because of the trilobites, and because Jace shoots their leader dead. Peace reigns.
February 10, 2022
Another winner
I couldn't stop reading. Read them all in a week . I'm not even into sci-fi , more horror and apocalyptic type books. Although I've read a bunch of other books by Chaney, this was one of the better series. (the one with "Sir Chuck" ,the talking gun being the best) . And I have every video console made so I do enjoy the gaming references. Thanks for ride, see you on the next one.
Pam
I couldn't stop reading. Read them all in a week . I'm not even into sci-fi , more horror and apocalyptic type books. Although I've read a bunch of other books by Chaney, this was one of the better series. (the one with "Sir Chuck" ,the talking gun being the best) . And I have every video console made so I do enjoy the gaming references. Thanks for ride, see you on the next one.
Pam
March 20, 2022
In conclusion, this is the space adventure I want to go on. This feels like if you were a kid and you had all your sci-fi toys together and mashed all the ideas together, you get Renegade Star. I will not forget this wild ride of series and I know there is more to explore in space. But, for now, I will let this stop here. I will return one day to see what else J.N. Chaney galaxy has to offer. But for now, this is the end for me.
December 8, 2020
Renegade Peace. J.N. Chaney
Sadly, the last book in this tremendous series. Jace, a former Renegade who morphed into the leader of a tremendously brave and resilient group of followers or more aptly warriors fight their final battle with the Celestials. They have reclaimed Earth, thought to be by many just a myth. Again, a truly wonderful series. Enjoyed immensely!!!
Sadly, the last book in this tremendous series. Jace, a former Renegade who morphed into the leader of a tremendously brave and resilient group of followers or more aptly warriors fight their final battle with the Celestials. They have reclaimed Earth, thought to be by many just a myth. Again, a truly wonderful series. Enjoyed immensely!!!
February 27, 2021
Great story
Great story’s, I’ve read all of them. If you’re looking for a good verses evil this is the series. You need to read them in order from 1 to 16 . You’ll love Jace and Abagail an Lex they go all over the universe looking for good people in the most unlikeliest places. They bring them all together from different back grounds to work together to fight the evil.
Thanks again for your imagination keep on writing
Wendy
Great story’s, I’ve read all of them. If you’re looking for a good verses evil this is the series. You need to read them in order from 1 to 16 . You’ll love Jace and Abagail an Lex they go all over the universe looking for good people in the most unlikeliest places. They bring them all together from different back grounds to work together to fight the evil.
Thanks again for your imagination keep on writing
Wendy
May 2, 2021
Fantastic adventures
I really loved this series! I got lost in this book reading the entire series in just over two weeks. I vicariously traveled all through the galaxy with Jade, Abby, Lex and all the other characters.👍I recommend this to anyone who loves adventure!
Thank you J. N. Chaney I intend to read through all your books!
I really loved this series! I got lost in this book reading the entire series in just over two weeks. I vicariously traveled all through the galaxy with Jade, Abby, Lex and all the other characters.👍I recommend this to anyone who loves adventure!
Thank you J. N. Chaney I intend to read through all your books!
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