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The Ibarra Crusade #1
Ashes Fall
Earth suffers under a brutal alien occupation. But one young man from beyond the galaxy's edge brings hope.
Ely Hale returns to the Earth with a desperate plea from his father: Take his son to Stacy Ibarra and remove the Qa’resh technology embedded in his skull before it kills him. Ely awakens to a world turned prison planet, and the Geist invaders have their own designs on the device he carries.
Only the Ibarra Crusade stands against the darkness, and they are losing the war. When the Crusade’s few remaining agents learn of Ely’s return, they launch a final, desperate attempt to steal him off world and out of the Geist’s clutches.
Ely isn’t a warrior, but the Hale name comes with high expectations…and carries hope for all of humanity.
The Ember War Saga continues with this first novel in the Ibarra Crusade.
Ely Hale returns to the Earth with a desperate plea from his father: Take his son to Stacy Ibarra and remove the Qa’resh technology embedded in his skull before it kills him. Ely awakens to a world turned prison planet, and the Geist invaders have their own designs on the device he carries.
Only the Ibarra Crusade stands against the darkness, and they are losing the war. When the Crusade’s few remaining agents learn of Ely’s return, they launch a final, desperate attempt to steal him off world and out of the Geist’s clutches.
Ely isn’t a warrior, but the Hale name comes with high expectations…and carries hope for all of humanity.
The Ember War Saga continues with this first novel in the Ibarra Crusade.
315 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 16, 2021
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About the author
Richard Fox
131 books613 followersRichard Fox is a Nebula Award nominated author, and winner of the 2017 Dragon Award for Best Military Science Fiction or Fantasy novel, author of The Ember War Saga, a military science fiction and space opera series, and other novels in the military history, thriller and space opera genres.
He lives in fabulous Las Vegas with his incredible wife and three boys, amazing children bent on anarchy.
He graduated from the United States Military Academy (West Point) much to his surprise and spent ten years on active duty in the United States Army. He deployed on two combat tours to Iraq and received the Combat Action Badge, Bronze Star and Presidential Unit Citation.
The Ember War Saga:
1. The Ember War
2. The Ruins of Anthalas
3. Blood of Heroes
4. Earth Defiant
5. The Gardens of Nibiru
6. Battle of the Void
7. The Siege of Earth
8. The Crucible
9. The Xaros Reckoning
Terran Armored Corps
1. Iron Dragoons
2. The Ibarra Sanction
3. The True Measure
4. A House Divided
5. The Last Aeon
6. Ferrum Corde
Terran Strike Marines
1. The Dotari Salvation
2. Rage of Winter
3. Valdar's Hammer
4. The Beast of Eridu
5. Gott Mit Uns
The Exiled Fleet:
1. Albion Lost
2. The Long March
3. Finest Hour
4. Point of Honor
The Terra Nova Chronicles
1. Terra Nova
2. Bloodlines
3. Wings of Redemption
4. Hale's War
Subscribe to Richard's spam free email list and get free short stories set during the Ember War Saga (and more as they become available) at: http://eepurl.com/bLj1gf
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Website: www.richardfoxauthor.com
He lives in fabulous Las Vegas with his incredible wife and three boys, amazing children bent on anarchy.
He graduated from the United States Military Academy (West Point) much to his surprise and spent ten years on active duty in the United States Army. He deployed on two combat tours to Iraq and received the Combat Action Badge, Bronze Star and Presidential Unit Citation.
The Ember War Saga:
1. The Ember War
2. The Ruins of Anthalas
3. Blood of Heroes
4. Earth Defiant
5. The Gardens of Nibiru
6. Battle of the Void
7. The Siege of Earth
8. The Crucible
9. The Xaros Reckoning
Terran Armored Corps
1. Iron Dragoons
2. The Ibarra Sanction
3. The True Measure
4. A House Divided
5. The Last Aeon
6. Ferrum Corde
Terran Strike Marines
1. The Dotari Salvation
2. Rage of Winter
3. Valdar's Hammer
4. The Beast of Eridu
5. Gott Mit Uns
The Exiled Fleet:
1. Albion Lost
2. The Long March
3. Finest Hour
4. Point of Honor
The Terra Nova Chronicles
1. Terra Nova
2. Bloodlines
3. Wings of Redemption
4. Hale's War
Subscribe to Richard's spam free email list and get free short stories set during the Ember War Saga (and more as they become available) at: http://eepurl.com/bLj1gf
Like him on Facebook (best place to reach him): https://www.facebook.com/Richard-Fox-...
Website: www.richardfoxauthor.com
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March 4, 2021
Great new entry into the next Ember War series
Having read every book and short story in the Ember War universe, I was excited to read the first book in the next series. I was not disappointed, and I enjoyed the constant story development and finding out bit by bit what happened since last we heard from the characters. It was great seeing how the characters from the various books interconnected with this story, and while I did not like what happened to them, it added a great sense of continuity to the story and character development. As usual, I read this waaaay to quickly and now have to wait for the next book to come out. Just re-read the entire first series, guess I should re-read the second and third series again while I wait...hmmm...OK!!
Having read every book and short story in the Ember War universe, I was excited to read the first book in the next series. I was not disappointed, and I enjoyed the constant story development and finding out bit by bit what happened since last we heard from the characters. It was great seeing how the characters from the various books interconnected with this story, and while I did not like what happened to them, it added a great sense of continuity to the story and character development. As usual, I read this waaaay to quickly and now have to wait for the next book to come out. Just re-read the entire first series, guess I should re-read the second and third series again while I wait...hmmm...OK!!
March 5, 2021
Amazing
Another epic installment ! I had to go back and read Ferrum Corde again just to recap, whilst also catching up on the Pathfinders series. There's a lot going on so a refresher or recap of FC and Hale's War would have been great , some may need to go read those again. This is overall a dark book that does have plenty of drama, action,despair,tragedy and brings up emotions for book characters - that means the series is amazing and endearing , as The Ember War has been.
Another epic installment ! I had to go back and read Ferrum Corde again just to recap, whilst also catching up on the Pathfinders series. There's a lot going on so a refresher or recap of FC and Hale's War would have been great , some may need to go read those again. This is overall a dark book that does have plenty of drama, action,despair,tragedy and brings up emotions for book characters - that means the series is amazing and endearing , as The Ember War has been.
May 6, 2023
the galaxy of enemies never end!
A religious cult devoted to the evil god who helped kill the xanos. I think there were a lot of holes here though. Stacey seemed to have earth by the balls at the last series and they were going to mass roduce humans. Instead humanity Keeps depending on aliens when most of them keep betraying them? These people are dumb. Doesn’t quite add up but it’s still good.
A religious cult devoted to the evil god who helped kill the xanos. I think there were a lot of holes here though. Stacey seemed to have earth by the balls at the last series and they were going to mass roduce humans. Instead humanity Keeps depending on aliens when most of them keep betraying them? These people are dumb. Doesn’t quite add up but it’s still good.
August 30, 2023
Pretty good in general. There is a LOT of lore and terminology to take in here. I think this series could very well turn into something great but this is very much an origin that comes at you fast. Currently reading the second book, and still having some trouble keeping the different races and belief systems straight. Worth a read if you are looking for something, but I wouldn't put The Expanse on hold to read these.
March 18, 2021
Always a good read
I am such a fan of the Ember War universe. This book left me a little confused about the time line like maybe I missed a couple of stories,but the characters all came back quickly. The last I heard about Roland and Stacy Ibarra was when she gets returned to her human body. Still a great story.
I am such a fan of the Ember War universe. This book left me a little confused about the time line like maybe I missed a couple of stories,but the characters all came back quickly. The last I heard about Roland and Stacy Ibarra was when she gets returned to her human body. Still a great story.
April 12, 2021
Excellent new start
I've enjoyed this author's books before, and this is no exception. Good story, lots of action, and a hero you can even begin to like by the end. If you enjoyed other armor books, you'll like this one too.
I've enjoyed this author's books before, and this is no exception. Good story, lots of action, and a hero you can even begin to like by the end. If you enjoyed other armor books, you'll like this one too.
April 19, 2021
Fantastic continuation
A fantastic continuation of earth's story. Can Ibarra and Hale save humanity again? The story has a great start even though the main character is placed unnecessarily in danger it does keep the action going.
A fantastic continuation of earth's story. Can Ibarra and Hale save humanity again? The story has a great start even though the main character is placed unnecessarily in danger it does keep the action going.
May 13, 2021
Great to be back in this universe. Took a while to understand what was going on and recall the stories leading up but once there it was as good as the rest so much so book 2 was read straight after. Highly recommend.
May 23, 2021
An interesting beginning
Threads from the previous novels come together in a new and exciting story arc. Some elements are unfamiliar but make a solid foundation for the story. Diving right in to the next book.
Threads from the previous novels come together in a new and exciting story arc. Some elements are unfamiliar but make a solid foundation for the story. Diving right in to the next book.
June 11, 2021
Great Storyline
Well another great storyline from Richard Fix but slow to get into but persevered and totally enjoyed the book. Well worth 5 stars and really looking forward to Steel Sworn book 2 of this series
Well another great storyline from Richard Fix but slow to get into but persevered and totally enjoyed the book. Well worth 5 stars and really looking forward to Steel Sworn book 2 of this series
September 3, 2021
Another great book in the Emberverse and I’m curious was the naming of Standish’s ship Skippy paying homage? Well regardless I’m going to keeping thinking it was and the TP shortage in The Tyr FUNNY…!! Jeremy Robinson did it also in The Dark…
The TP shortage of 19/20 was a sh*tty time in history
The TP shortage of 19/20 was a sh*tty time in history
February 25, 2021
A must for fans
Great to have more of the story.
Lots of armor 😃
If you haven’t read the ember war books now is a good time to start at the beginning.
Great to have more of the story.
Lots of armor 😃
If you haven’t read the ember war books now is a good time to start at the beginning.
March 2, 2021
Another good story in ember wars saga. Looking forward to the next book.
March 27, 2021
He does it again
Outstanding start to volume 3 of the Ember Wars saga. Finished in 2 days and i can't wait for boom 2
Outstanding start to volume 3 of the Ember Wars saga. Finished in 2 days and i can't wait for boom 2
July 30, 2021
A slow and slightly confusing start does not hamper this amazing addition to the mythos.
December 18, 2021
Love the Embers war series and spin offs. This has started well and looking forward to reading the next one.
February 15, 2022
Mr. Fox continues to give us class A(for kick-ass) Military Sci-Fi and all is well for a time.
February 11, 2023
It goes from bad to worse
An absolutely brilliant start to a new series.
Great characters with realistic situations and lots of action.
I look forward to the next one.
An absolutely brilliant start to a new series.
Great characters with realistic situations and lots of action.
I look forward to the next one.
June 20, 2023
DNF. Plot seems boring and annoying narration.
July 21, 2023
What a great change of pace! I think this is the ultimate mini series in the Ember War and what a great start. Fox is so good at pulp fiction!
December 16, 2024
Great book love the story and the book narration can’t wait to listen to the next one this is the second time I have listened to it I highly recommend it 👍⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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