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Omega Force #12
The Pandora Paradox
It started with a revolution nobody had even realized occurred…
Its cruelty sparked a rebellion that everyone refused to admit existed…
Now, the Machine—a terrifying and relentless enemy—reigns supreme in the galaxy, and the real fight is just beginning.
Omega Force keenly feels the weight of responsibility for the Machine's arrival in the quadrant, but even with the resources of the Blazing Sun organized crime syndicate backing them, there's only so much the small mercenary crew can do against the malevolent AI that has already usurped control of most of the government.
With the Machine now firmly in control of the ConFed's military, they are out of time and out of options. Captain Jason Burke knows that along with the Machine, something else came back from the outer regions… something he's kept a secret from everybody, even his own crew. He knows that he likely has the power to stop the Machine in its tracks, but it means unleashing an equally uncontrollable force. As he struggles to know what the right thing to do is, he can't help but fear that the cure could very well be worse than the disease.
The Pandora Paradox is the 12th installment of the bestselling Omega Force Series.
Its cruelty sparked a rebellion that everyone refused to admit existed…
Now, the Machine—a terrifying and relentless enemy—reigns supreme in the galaxy, and the real fight is just beginning.
Omega Force keenly feels the weight of responsibility for the Machine's arrival in the quadrant, but even with the resources of the Blazing Sun organized crime syndicate backing them, there's only so much the small mercenary crew can do against the malevolent AI that has already usurped control of most of the government.
With the Machine now firmly in control of the ConFed's military, they are out of time and out of options. Captain Jason Burke knows that along with the Machine, something else came back from the outer regions… something he's kept a secret from everybody, even his own crew. He knows that he likely has the power to stop the Machine in its tracks, but it means unleashing an equally uncontrollable force. As he struggles to know what the right thing to do is, he can't help but fear that the cure could very well be worse than the disease.
The Pandora Paradox is the 12th installment of the bestselling Omega Force Series.
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First published August 28, 2020
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March 3, 2021
Look, this is brain candy in it's purest sense and, in my opinion, it holds up better than many of the other similar series out there. This is an excellent installment and, without being spoilery, we now have 3 major plotlines with major stakes involved. If you're a fan of the series, I think you'll find this to be one of the better ones, though it's a cliffhanger (like several of these later volumes)
I love that the dialogue and reactions of the characters in Dalzelle's stories are believable. I don't have to press the "I believe button" quite as much, even though these books have some intentional silliness.
I love that the dialogue and reactions of the characters in Dalzelle's stories are believable. I don't have to press the "I believe button" quite as much, even though these books have some intentional silliness.
October 1, 2020
So is this the end of a trilogy? It was a fun read, but in the end pretty much more of the same. The reason for the extra star was because there actually was some character development. I know, you are saying "in book twelve?" It has been a while, but Jason seems to finally be growing up and having some adult level relationships with the rest of the Force. It's all for the good and a good story to boot.
April 26, 2021
I read it slowly
I read the Pandora Paradox more slowly than I have the prior eleven Omega Force books. I knew I was up against the end of the series to date. Fortunately there is another book in the series in the works. I want to thank Josh for keeping me enthralled in the characters and the story. There seems to be no end to where the Omega Force will journey and what challenges. Josh, please keep them coming. Thanks again. JWMIV
I read the Pandora Paradox more slowly than I have the prior eleven Omega Force books. I knew I was up against the end of the series to date. Fortunately there is another book in the series in the works. I want to thank Josh for keeping me enthralled in the characters and the story. There seems to be no end to where the Omega Force will journey and what challenges. Josh, please keep them coming. Thanks again. JWMIV
September 4, 2020
Main complaint is that it was too short! Or was it just I kept reading it rather than anything else.... A while coming but worth the wait but now another wait as the story continues but also develops. What is great is that it is not more of the same like some series. Here characters and plots develop and change providing new stories keeping the interest and above all great enjoyment.
September 5, 2020
Awesome
Glad to see this was out, instantly downloaded and started reading, and shortly thereafter was chuckling to myself like some sort of crazy person. These are all pretty excellent, plenty of everything you're looking for, get it, read it, enjoy it, looking forward to whatever happens next.
Glad to see this was out, instantly downloaded and started reading, and shortly thereafter was chuckling to myself like some sort of crazy person. These are all pretty excellent, plenty of everything you're looking for, get it, read it, enjoy it, looking forward to whatever happens next.
July 24, 2021
This Cannot be the End
There are too many unanswered storylines. The Omega Force series is great and each book satisfies, but book 12 just stopped, no conclusions, no resolution. The supporting cast had a lesser roll in this installment, which was disappointing, Jason’s role expanded, is he finally growing? Overall a good read (still), but
Joshua please do not leave us hanging.
There are too many unanswered storylines. The Omega Force series is great and each book satisfies, but book 12 just stopped, no conclusions, no resolution. The supporting cast had a lesser roll in this installment, which was disappointing, Jason’s role expanded, is he finally growing? Overall a good read (still), but
Joshua please do not leave us hanging.
September 21, 2020
OF12 is Excellent
I have enjoyed this series as well as others by Dalzelle. OF12 brings Omega Force back to being a series to follow to continue enjoying their adventures. Looking forward to OF13. Let's get that one published SOON!!
I have enjoyed this series as well as others by Dalzelle. OF12 brings Omega Force back to being a series to follow to continue enjoying their adventures. Looking forward to OF13. Let's get that one published SOON!!
September 4, 2020
Doesn't disappoint once again
Wow, is all I can say after reading this entry. I've loved this series from the beginning and each subsequent book revitalizes my interest in the while lore of Omega Force. This book was different the the usual hit em style of previous entries, but I love the direction it is heading towards and am amped about the future of the group. Without giving anything away, I'm pained about Luckys situation, however, the epilogue leaves it open for his own adventures to come. Once again, a great read and addition to the series. And once again, mad at myself I read it so quickly and have to wait once again for the next entry.... Whenever that will be released, but I'm standing by for it.
Wow, is all I can say after reading this entry. I've loved this series from the beginning and each subsequent book revitalizes my interest in the while lore of Omega Force. This book was different the the usual hit em style of previous entries, but I love the direction it is heading towards and am amped about the future of the group. Without giving anything away, I'm pained about Luckys situation, however, the epilogue leaves it open for his own adventures to come. Once again, a great read and addition to the series. And once again, mad at myself I read it so quickly and have to wait once again for the next entry.... Whenever that will be released, but I'm standing by for it.
April 5, 2022
Jason and his team, minus Lucky, are still trying to stop the Machine, and failing miserably. Now he's about to take off after his wayward son, who stole Jason's ship. Mok, the so-called King of the underworld, who's part of the band of outlaws who are trying to save the galaxy, is devastated over the eight million people that lived on Mok's planet that were all killed by ConFed. Needless to say Mok is filled with rage and plans on getting even ConFed for the innocents killed.
No romance and the F-bomb was used 14 times.
As for the narration: Still enjoying Paul Heitsch. He is one awesome narrator.
No romance and the F-bomb was used 14 times.
As for the narration: Still enjoying Paul Heitsch. He is one awesome narrator.
October 31, 2022
I use ratings to decide which books I am going to buy, and I recently decided I am partially responsible for inflating the ratings on books. Either they were 5 star or 1 star. I decided to use the star rating more objectively as follows:
★★★★★ Great book! Can’t wait to read it again (and I will).
★★★★☆ Good book. I am glad I read this.
★★★☆☆ OK book. Nothing special but not bad.
★★☆☆☆ Not good. Why did I waste my time?
★☆☆☆☆ Lousy. I didn’t finish.
★★★★★ Great book! Can’t wait to read it again (and I will).
★★★★☆ Good book. I am glad I read this.
★★★☆☆ OK book. Nothing special but not bad.
★★☆☆☆ Not good. Why did I waste my time?
★☆☆☆☆ Lousy. I didn’t finish.
November 2, 2020
Another great installment in the OF saga. I look so forward to each new release. I hope Joshua never grows so tired of these characters that he stops writing about them. I look at this group as his version of the marvel universe. The perfect blend of action, character development, and humor.
I am heading back to reread the Black Fleet series while I await the next release.
I am heading back to reread the Black Fleet series while I await the next release.
February 22, 2023
As Admiral Ackbar said, it’s a trap!
Jason is very conflicted about his best response to the situation with his nascent rebellion against the Machine plus some personal issues that he’s dealing with. Alongside that, he’s worried about how Lucky is handling his “rebirth”. Plenty of action going on yet we are still waiting to see how it all shakes out.
Jason is very conflicted about his best response to the situation with his nascent rebellion against the Machine plus some personal issues that he’s dealing with. Alongside that, he’s worried about how Lucky is handling his “rebirth”. Plenty of action going on yet we are still waiting to see how it all shakes out.
April 6, 2023
Lucky and not Lucky
Exciting and complex. How to overcome the machine who is always one seeming step ahead of Jason. Doesn't look like this universe has ended.
All of Jason's friends, AI's, friends come together. But his son, Kellea and the augmented female hired to kill her, and the unlucky one have threads to be explored and enjoyed.
Exciting and complex. How to overcome the machine who is always one seeming step ahead of Jason. Doesn't look like this universe has ended.
All of Jason's friends, AI's, friends come together. But his son, Kellea and the augmented female hired to kill her, and the unlucky one have threads to be explored and enjoyed.
September 1, 2020
Outstanding, wonderful, beyond the best...
Love the Omega force universe. Every book just keeps getting better. The author has a great mind and imagination. Please keep writing about jason and Jake and the entire group. Waiting for the next one ...........
Love the Omega force universe. Every book just keeps getting better. The author has a great mind and imagination. Please keep writing about jason and Jake and the entire group. Waiting for the next one ...........
September 2, 2020
Good to read an Omega Force story again
Lucky must be fixed and soon. Jason is going to get himself in big trouble. His old girl friend needs to be the one to rescue him from himself
Lucky must be fixed and soon. Jason is going to get himself in big trouble. His old girl friend needs to be the one to rescue him from himself
September 4, 2020
More Omega Force goodness
Cannot get enough of Omega Force. Brings a smile to my face everytime I see there's a new chapter in the OF story. Please keep writing them Mr. Dalzelle and I'll keep reading them.
Cannot get enough of Omega Force. Brings a smile to my face everytime I see there's a new chapter in the OF story. Please keep writing them Mr. Dalzelle and I'll keep reading them.
September 11, 2020
Jason and the team return, as the rebellion against the Machine continues. Always good to catch up with Omega Force, although it is much more expansive now, not just the team. Interesting couple of side stories developing, the hunt for Lucky and the inevitable meeting with his son.
September 17, 2020
Very good!!
A most excellent read! Continues the stories from where It left off. And it tied into the other books with his son very nicely. Can't wait to see where this goes, keep up the good work.
A most excellent read! Continues the stories from where It left off. And it tied into the other books with his son very nicely. Can't wait to see where this goes, keep up the good work.
September 23, 2020
Awesome !
I’ve read everything Joshua has written up to this point. This is some of his best work, which is saying a lot. This book adds more directions this space opera can lead to in the future. Cant wait for more !!
I’ve read everything Joshua has written up to this point. This is some of his best work, which is saying a lot. This book adds more directions this space opera can lead to in the future. Cant wait for more !!
September 27, 2020
Love this series
Good story and looks like it is leading to a big war. Can't wait for the next book. Really like the audible version so I'll be buying it as soon as it is available
Good story and looks like it is leading to a big war. Can't wait for the next book. Really like the audible version so I'll be buying it as soon as it is available
September 29, 2020
More Omega Force goodness
Veey interesting plot for the protagonist Jason in this one with moral dimmemnas galore. Lucky's story promises to continue to be interesting and the Machine keeps surprising me. Looking forward to the next instalment already
Veey interesting plot for the protagonist Jason in this one with moral dimmemnas galore. Lucky's story promises to continue to be interesting and the Machine keeps surprising me. Looking forward to the next instalment already
October 1, 2020
Superb read, the story is well up to Jushua's usual standard. Really cannot wait to see what happens next though I did wonder if we would be jumping over to his son in the book so that left me wondering what was going on with them. Cant wait till dad meets back up with his errant son. I think Mok is going to have his hands full sounds like Lucky is after him
September 29, 2020
What took so long?
About time. This episode combines the action elementals we like most with a really scary upgrade to the bad guyssssssssssss. No spoilers here, but finished in a day. Hope the next comes a little faster as I am ready.
About time. This episode combines the action elementals we like most with a really scary upgrade to the bad guyssssssssssss. No spoilers here, but finished in a day. Hope the next comes a little faster as I am ready.
October 16, 2020
This series is a ton of fun!
I really like how the characters have developed. Like a ship full of guys would,they give each other a bunch of crap. The story is good, the bad guys are bad, the good guys are good and it is all entertaining.
I really like how the characters have developed. Like a ship full of guys would,they give each other a bunch of crap. The story is good, the bad guys are bad, the good guys are good and it is all entertaining.
October 19, 2020
The series has had ups and downs. But this is on par with the top three
Great addition to the series, well thought out plot and narrative. I seem to be spending way too much money on kindle books, but Joshua Dalzelle never dissapoints. Solid 5/7 (memeopedia it.)
Great addition to the series, well thought out plot and narrative. I seem to be spending way too much money on kindle books, but Joshua Dalzelle never dissapoints. Solid 5/7 (memeopedia it.)
November 18, 2020
Another fun romp,as Dalzelle ramps up the scale and the stakes in his ever expanding universe. It is easy for sci-fi author’s to trap themselves in increasingly silly twists, yet this author avoids such perils with real skill - producing deceptively simple tales that are rich in hidden depths.
December 18, 2020
A good book in the series
This was a good book in the series. It built on the need that the main character feels to fix the situation that is happening. It shows the guilt he has on a number of situations and how he is trying to fix them.
This was a good book in the series. It built on the need that the main character feels to fix the situation that is happening. It shows the guilt he has on a number of situations and how he is trying to fix them.
December 18, 2020
One more time, a group of spacers is trying to take down a malevolent artificial intelligence (AI) called the Machine. For some reason, this story did not have the zip and zing of some of Joshua Dalzelle's other space related science fiction. It just seemed to drag on and on.
March 16, 2021
I hate long drawn out senerio based books. I liked the Omega Force but it would be better if each book had an individual story line. I was really excited to read them but it just drags on and now we must wait again to see what happens. Twelve books an no end in sight.
September 20, 2021
Paradox excellent synth strategy
Excellent character description and development
Excellent machine intelligence interactions
excellent Technology descriptions but could use more detail
Excellent pace in plot development
Excellent character description and development
Excellent machine intelligence interactions
excellent Technology descriptions but could use more detail
Excellent pace in plot development
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