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Galactic Alliance #2
Power Struggle
*** AUTHOR NOTE ***
This book has been replaced by "Chroniech" which is book 2 of the Galactic Alliance series. If you are thinking of reading this book then please pick up Chroniech instead.
The Alliance heavy cruiser, Komodo Dragon, is dispatched to a remote mining outpost when all communication with it is lost. When they arrive, Captain Ken Stricklen and his crew are horrified to find that the entire outpost has been obliterated by an unknown enemy. While on this mission, the Komodo Dragon also makes a discovery which triggers this enemy into launching a full-scale all-out attack. It quickly becomes apparent that this new enemy is technologically more advanced than the Alliance, and it appears as if they will be the victors. The crew of the Komodo Dragon, however, has learned that their discovery holds a secret which could turn the tide of the war. The enemy suspects this, and relentlessly pursues the Komodo Dragon as Captain Stricklen tries to unravel the secret of his discovery. Follow the crew of the Komodo Dragon as they embark on a mission that takes them where no Alliance ship has ever gone before.
This book has been replaced by "Chroniech" which is book 2 of the Galactic Alliance series. If you are thinking of reading this book then please pick up Chroniech instead.
The Alliance heavy cruiser, Komodo Dragon, is dispatched to a remote mining outpost when all communication with it is lost. When they arrive, Captain Ken Stricklen and his crew are horrified to find that the entire outpost has been obliterated by an unknown enemy. While on this mission, the Komodo Dragon also makes a discovery which triggers this enemy into launching a full-scale all-out attack. It quickly becomes apparent that this new enemy is technologically more advanced than the Alliance, and it appears as if they will be the victors. The crew of the Komodo Dragon, however, has learned that their discovery holds a secret which could turn the tide of the war. The enemy suspects this, and relentlessly pursues the Komodo Dragon as Captain Stricklen tries to unravel the secret of his discovery. Follow the crew of the Komodo Dragon as they embark on a mission that takes them where no Alliance ship has ever gone before.
242 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2005
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About the author
Doug Farren
17 books18 followersI've always wanted to be a writer. I used an old Royal typewriter in high school to start my first work of genius - I never completed it. Over the years, I started and never finished more stories than I can count--and then I discovered word processors. Editing was a snap and as my time in the Navy drew to a close I finished my first complete novel. Although it was never published, it served as the basis for the entire Galactic Alliance series.
The books I write can be read by all age-groups from the young to the very old.
Today, I'm a husband, father of two daughters, grandfather, and a science fiction writer. I currently work as a database administrator at a nuclear power plant in Northeastern Ohio. I am proud to have served 11 years in the U.S. Navy as a nuclear propulsion operator (nuke ET).
I am an avid reader of science fiction and science-related books and magazines and I prefer to write science fiction that is heavily based on science. Of course, it is science fiction so the science often has to be stretched. I have also written two fantasy novels.
I am constantly trying to improve my writing skills and I enjoy receiving feedback from my readers. One of my more vocal fans is now a close collaborator serving as my content editor in my most recent book. An author should always listen to those who read his or her books; it's the only way to know where improvements can be made.
The books I write can be read by all age-groups from the young to the very old.
Today, I'm a husband, father of two daughters, grandfather, and a science fiction writer. I currently work as a database administrator at a nuclear power plant in Northeastern Ohio. I am proud to have served 11 years in the U.S. Navy as a nuclear propulsion operator (nuke ET).
I am an avid reader of science fiction and science-related books and magazines and I prefer to write science fiction that is heavily based on science. Of course, it is science fiction so the science often has to be stretched. I have also written two fantasy novels.
I am constantly trying to improve my writing skills and I enjoy receiving feedback from my readers. One of my more vocal fans is now a close collaborator serving as my content editor in my most recent book. An author should always listen to those who read his or her books; it's the only way to know where improvements can be made.
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April 25, 2017
Quite enjoyable. 4.5 stars.
December 15, 2020
Nice solid SiFi story. Good read and nice plot and characters. This book reminded me of a good original Star Trek episode. Very enjoyable to read. Nice Sifi book for a young or beginning SiFi reader also. The end actually surprised me. Recommended
October 22, 2012
This is a great book for teen ages. Doug Farren have included a lot of description to illustrate a picture in your head. This would be a great book to read out loud.
In the book Power Struggle By Doug Farren, The Alliance Ship "Komodo Dragon" was dispatched to a mining outpost. When The ship arrived their, Ken (captain of the ship) discovered that their entire outpost was destroyed by an enemy ship. While on this mission, the Komodo dragon also made a important discovery that could change mankind forever. This discovery was clearly much more advanced then to the Humans. This discovery was later a rumor to all other races in space. Could this be war?. Follow the crew of the Komodo dragon as they travel to places where no Alliance ship has ever gone before.
In the book Power Struggle By Doug Farren, The Alliance Ship "Komodo Dragon" was dispatched to a mining outpost. When The ship arrived their, Ken (captain of the ship) discovered that their entire outpost was destroyed by an enemy ship. While on this mission, the Komodo dragon also made a important discovery that could change mankind forever. This discovery was clearly much more advanced then to the Humans. This discovery was later a rumor to all other races in space. Could this be war?. Follow the crew of the Komodo dragon as they travel to places where no Alliance ship has ever gone before.
April 24, 2015
This is military scifi, set sometime in the future. There are a lot of alien life forms, and even some humans involved in this story. Add five members of an previously unknown race who have been in a stasis chamber for 40,000 years, and an interesting story starts to unfold. There are good guys and bad guys, monumental battles, and long journey's to unexplored regions of space. If you are into hyperdimensional theories and continuum calculus, this book is for you. The ending is a little weak, and some of the characters a bit far out, but overall, not a bad story.
May 8, 2012
Another good sci fi tale, but again a bit of a weak ending. Yet again, I've gone straight back to Amazon for the 3rd in the series.
July 7, 2012
This was a good book ending a 3 book series. I give it about a 6/7 on a 10 point scale. If you read books one and two you need to read this one to finish the story.
December 7, 2016
Found
They found the hidden ones. The crew gets a well deserved break and the Dragon gets needed repairs!! The war is over, what is next for the Alliance!!
They found the hidden ones. The crew gets a well deserved break and the Dragon gets needed repairs!! The war is over, what is next for the Alliance!!
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