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Family Law #6
Another Word for Magic
Fleeing the Solar System after an attack by North America, the three Home habitats now have to seek their own fortunes. Heather, Sovereign of Central on the Moon saved them but now has to make certain the USNA can never threaten them again.
What was a tentative research partnership with the Red Tree Clan of Derfhome becomes a full alliance of equals. Lee finds she has to grasp authority and act for the Red Tree Mothers and herself to repossess the planet Providence she and Gordon discovered. The Claims Commission on Earth has collapsed without the leadership of North America. Explorers like her are cut off from their payments and the colonists on Providence are left in the lurch too. To do that she needs these powerful new allies.
What was a tentative research partnership with the Red Tree Clan of Derfhome becomes a full alliance of equals. Lee finds she has to grasp authority and act for the Red Tree Mothers and herself to repossess the planet Providence she and Gordon discovered. The Claims Commission on Earth has collapsed without the leadership of North America. Explorers like her are cut off from their payments and the colonists on Providence are left in the lurch too. To do that she needs these powerful new allies.
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338 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 26, 2021
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About the author
Mackey Chandler
35 books220 followersMackey (Mac') Chandler is retired to Rochester Michigan from a working life that spanned a large number of occupations. Mold maker, aerospace machinist, plumber, mechanic and dozen more as well as owning several businesses. This life experience and travel show in the depth and variety of his writing.
A life long time reader of Science Fiction, the authors at Baen's Bar and their evening chat room motivated him to try his own hand at writing. His first effort was a short story titled "Common Ground" which sold to the short-lived Jim Baen's Universe.
His personal favorite book is "The Mote in God's Eye" by Larry Niven and Jerry Pournelle. Other favorite authors include Michael Z. Williamson and C.J.Cherryh.
A life long time reader of Science Fiction, the authors at Baen's Bar and their evening chat room motivated him to try his own hand at writing. His first effort was a short story titled "Common Ground" which sold to the short-lived Jim Baen's Universe.
His personal favorite book is "The Mote in God's Eye" by Larry Niven and Jerry Pournelle. Other favorite authors include Michael Z. Williamson and C.J.Cherryh.
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March 31, 2021
Most people seem happy with the merger of the April and Family Law series, but I kind of miss the early April books, they seemed to have a bit more purpose about them.
There is quite a lot going on in this book, but it is all fairly low key, even when it looked like things might liven up near the end, it was still a bit of an anticlimax.
There is quite a lot going on in this book, but it is all fairly low key, even when it looked like things might liven up near the end, it was still a bit of an anticlimax.
January 17, 2022
Very good!
February 20, 2024
Consider this a review of the entire 22(!) book series, which began with the title "April." Characters were engaging, the social constructs were interesting , the action fast, and the chatter both reflective of the nature of the principle characters and occasionally laugh out loud funny. A bit heavily weighted toward an idealized libertarianism, but who wouldn't want to live in such a society if it could be made to work? Primarily aimed at the YA demographic, but far from a waste of time for adults looking for pure entertainment. I rate the book and series two hairs below Honor Harrington (and way less techy) and one hair below Ishmael Wang. I will be re-reading.
November 19, 2021
Mackey Chandler writes like very few others- like Heinlein.
I own copies of all of Chandler’s Kindle works. I treasure them all. If you like Heinlein, and re-read his books over time, you’ll do the same for Chandler. Like Heinlein, you can’t catch all the nuances or themes in just one reading. You’ll go back- believe me. Chandler knows people, and what makes them tick. Likewise, his dialog, plots, and how people, regardless of race or species, work. He’s just that GOOD. Read, savor, enjoy…
I own copies of all of Chandler’s Kindle works. I treasure them all. If you like Heinlein, and re-read his books over time, you’ll do the same for Chandler. Like Heinlein, you can’t catch all the nuances or themes in just one reading. You’ll go back- believe me. Chandler knows people, and what makes them tick. Likewise, his dialog, plots, and how people, regardless of race or species, work. He’s just that GOOD. Read, savor, enjoy…
April 14, 2021
Good book for the series. There's nothing spectacular happening in this book, but there is a lot of information transfer, mostly about Lee, and her new ventures, but there's some new and interesting information about where the series might go in the future. April, Jeff, and of course Heather all make appearances in this one too, and there's some major policy changes affecting countries on the earth. It all blends nicely to build quite the intriguing tale, and I look forward to more in the series.
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May 3, 2021Wasted money
I have been a fan of Mackey Chandlers writing since I found the first April book on amazon. A lot of his work is very good with exicting world building.
This book falls flat. It is just a boring work combining the April univers with the little fleet univers. The charachters have been struggeling, but in this book it falls through.
When Mackey Chandler comes up with some new worlds I will be back, but I will not continue reading therese books.
I have been a fan of Mackey Chandlers writing since I found the first April book on amazon. A lot of his work is very good with exicting world building.
This book falls flat. It is just a boring work combining the April univers with the little fleet univers. The charachters have been struggeling, but in this book it falls through.
When Mackey Chandler comes up with some new worlds I will be back, but I will not continue reading therese books.
February 5, 2022
One of the best writers I have ever read. I have read all his books and never rated one under 5 stars. You can not go wrong reading his books, and I strongly advise everyone to read them all! The only fault I have ever found with his work, is that he doesn't write fast enough. Mackey is definitely no R R Martin, but I would like to chain him to his word processor and have him crank out 12 books a year.
March 31, 2021
Three and half stars. This as sold as Family Law #6 but it reads like April #13. First, it is in the serial style of of the April series instead of complete stories like Family Law established. Second, Lee Anderson is a minor lead at best and Gordon rates about three and half paragraphs. Pretty good April story, disappointing for Family Law.
April 1, 2021
Resolution
A lot more April, Jeff, and Heather than you expect from a Family Law book, but plenty of Lee Anderson to balance. This is more of a blend between the ‘main’ series (April) and Family Law. Most action is on Derfhome, with the Moon (Earth’s, that is) being the secondary location.
The author is on my list of insta-buy writers.
A lot more April, Jeff, and Heather than you expect from a Family Law book, but plenty of Lee Anderson to balance. This is more of a blend between the ‘main’ series (April) and Family Law. Most action is on Derfhome, with the Moon (Earth’s, that is) being the secondary location.
The author is on my list of insta-buy writers.
April 15, 2021
Absolutely Awesome
This story has everyone in this world and April’s in this book. All technology that someone doesn’t understand is Magic. I do dislike the way my homeland is well on it’s way to be as extreme as this world portrays, but hope enough folks read this story to prevent it from happening. Fantastic as Always
This story has everyone in this world and April’s in this book. All technology that someone doesn’t understand is Magic. I do dislike the way my homeland is well on it’s way to be as extreme as this world portrays, but hope enough folks read this story to prevent it from happening. Fantastic as Always
April 25, 2021
Good as always
A lot of moving parts in the story, but all comes together for this new book in this universe... I missed Talker and Singer, but with so many characters its really difficult to get everyone a fair amount of time in the book... but i really liked the feeling between Born and Musical as well as the growing relationship between Lee, April and Jeff
A lot of moving parts in the story, but all comes together for this new book in this universe... I missed Talker and Singer, but with so many characters its really difficult to get everyone a fair amount of time in the book... but i really liked the feeling between Born and Musical as well as the growing relationship between Lee, April and Jeff
May 10, 2021
Excellent! I'm a fan!!
The people, human and others, their interactions with each other made the story good. The depiction of the U.S. government is right on. When do we get book 7 and 8? Surely the U.S. government can still do something stupid or a new alien group that makes the biters a childs group. Please, more!
The people, human and others, their interactions with each other made the story good. The depiction of the U.S. government is right on. When do we get book 7 and 8? Surely the U.S. government can still do something stupid or a new alien group that makes the biters a childs group. Please, more!
March 29, 2021
A Great Addition
I love how the Family Law and April series are merging. We got to see multiple points of view, which really brought the whole book together. Can't wait to see what comes next!
I love how the Family Law and April series are merging. We got to see multiple points of view, which really brought the whole book together. Can't wait to see what comes next!
March 30, 2021
Another good entry into the series
I am much happier with this installment over last. Last felt much more of a bridge novel with out much Lee time. A very happy and am waiting already for the next book.
I am much happier with this installment over last. Last felt much more of a bridge novel with out much Lee time. A very happy and am waiting already for the next book.
April 4, 2021
Long Awaited
I honestly enjoyed the book. The worlds and characters are completely believable. I really hope this isn't the end of the series. I highly recommend the Family Law series to everyone.
I honestly enjoyed the book. The worlds and characters are completely believable. I really hope this isn't the end of the series. I highly recommend the Family Law series to everyone.
April 16, 2021
Always a Fan!
Made myself read very slowly so I could savor the enjoyment! I love Mackey Chandler books. I get so excited, then I zoom thru and....then come down from my book euphoria and realize once again I am awaiting the story to shape. I so appreciate the story! Thank you.
Made myself read very slowly so I could savor the enjoyment! I love Mackey Chandler books. I get so excited, then I zoom thru and....then come down from my book euphoria and realize once again I am awaiting the story to shape. I so appreciate the story! Thank you.
April 16, 2021
A Most Excellent Series
Love these characters, both the Family Law series and the Alice Chronicles. This is well written and well plotted. I may just have to read this series again!
Love these characters, both the Family Law series and the Alice Chronicles. This is well written and well plotted. I may just have to read this series again!
April 17, 2021
More good stuff!!
Loving the story! especially liked the details of of the setup of Lee's aircar.
That should be lifted into real life design!! The new setup of Providence looks to be interesting. Looking forward to that development. Well done. A good read!
Loving the story! especially liked the details of of the setup of Lee's aircar.
That should be lifted into real life design!! The new setup of Providence looks to be interesting. Looking forward to that development. Well done. A good read!
September 4, 2025
Book 6 in the series
The adventure continues with more action from the Earthies including another assassination attempt and more progress on the fast drive. Lots of good humor. A great story.
The adventure continues with more action from the Earthies including another assassination attempt and more progress on the fast drive. Lots of good humor. A great story.
December 21, 2025
The Continuation of the April Series
When I read the last book in the April Series, I was devastated, because I wanted to know more! Though this series is about Lee and her adopted father Gordon and their trials and tribulations, it had more about April which made me happy.
When I read the last book in the April Series, I was devastated, because I wanted to know more! Though this series is about Lee and her adopted father Gordon and their trials and tribulations, it had more about April which made me happy.
March 29, 2021
Another late night
For the last week I been checking a few times a day to see if book was out. Found it late at night and couldn't go to sleep
For the last week I been checking a few times a day to see if book was out. Found it late at night and couldn't go to sleep
April 2, 2021
Great series
A spin off of the entertaining April novels, Another classic and clean science fiction - a great series, if he keeps writing them, I’ll keep reading.
A spin off of the entertaining April novels, Another classic and clean science fiction - a great series, if he keeps writing them, I’ll keep reading.
April 14, 2021
Long awaited and well worth it
I've been waiting for more Family Law ever since the release of the previous book, and this did not disappoint!
I've been waiting for more Family Law ever since the release of the previous book, and this did not disappoint!
May 16, 2021
Good
This is a standard April book despite being in the family law series. It is still good, but things haven't progressed from the April books.
This is a standard April book despite being in the family law series. It is still good, but things haven't progressed from the April books.
September 30, 2021
Enjoyed this series
A nice quick read was a fun universe to visit. Would like some more serf and badger focused stories Sp there
A nice quick read was a fun universe to visit. Would like some more serf and badger focused stories Sp there
December 20, 2021
Progress.
I like the characters. I'm not sure if I like the north Americans as the bad guys. Earth entities corporate or political are greedy an untrustworthy
I like the characters. I'm not sure if I like the north Americans as the bad guys. Earth entities corporate or political are greedy an untrustworthy
March 27, 2022
Another Word for Magic
Being the last book in the series. I’m sad that reading the storyline is over. I don’t know if the author will be able to top this book.
Being the last book in the series. I’m sad that reading the storyline is over. I don’t know if the author will be able to top this book.
September 10, 2022
Great book
Another great book of this series. Great storyline and character development. Cannot wait for the next book of this series to come out
Another great book of this series. Great storyline and character development. Cannot wait for the next book of this series to come out
January 1, 2024
Excellent, as all the books in the series before :)
June 9, 2025
I enjoyed reading
Very good book series, with a good plot that has been kept up from the first book. I enjoyed reading
Very good book series, with a good plot that has been kept up from the first book. I enjoyed reading
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