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Beware the Brakendeth
Humanity had extended itself across the galaxy to over a thousand planets. It had discovered peace, and consequently had little need for a military force. It had never encountered an alien species of any sort. It felt safe.
Then everything changed. Eighteen planets were attacked by an aggressive alien fleet that appeared to devour every living thing. AI Central’s calculations confirmed that this was an extinction event, and recommended that Humanity should flee. However, this was not possible for the trillion odd inhabitants.
Admiral Bonner had a plan. However, she was constantly surprised by the events that confronted her. How could you win against such ridiculous odds?
Battles were fought, and eventually, some level of success was achieved, but they had yet to meet The Brakendeth. Who or what were they? Why were most of the galaxy terrified of them?
Then everything changed. Eighteen planets were attacked by an aggressive alien fleet that appeared to devour every living thing. AI Central’s calculations confirmed that this was an extinction event, and recommended that Humanity should flee. However, this was not possible for the trillion odd inhabitants.
Admiral Bonner had a plan. However, she was constantly surprised by the events that confronted her. How could you win against such ridiculous odds?
Battles were fought, and eventually, some level of success was achieved, but they had yet to meet The Brakendeth. Who or what were they? Why were most of the galaxy terrified of them?
337 pages, Paperback
First published March 25, 2021
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About the author
Alan Frost
38 books7 followersAlan Frost is emeritus professor of history at La Trobe University. His books include Convicts and Empire, The Voyage of the Endeavour and The Global Reach of Empire. His latest work, Botany Bay: The Real Story, was
published in 2011.
published in 2011.
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April 17, 2021
A compelling and cleverly structure read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 9 April 2021
I really enjoyed the writing style of this novel. It’s very different in its structure to other books I’ve read but once I got used to it I found it hugely compelling. The fact that a few central characters are followed and that the book cleverly switches between the characters to follow the differing yet interlocking stories made this a fast paced and addictive reading journey. I didn’t foresee the end twist until it was very close and the payoff as a reader was quite rewarding I felt. I’m intrigued to see if this author comes up with other sci fi tales and will be keeping track in the hopes that there is more to come
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 9 April 2021
I really enjoyed the writing style of this novel. It’s very different in its structure to other books I’ve read but once I got used to it I found it hugely compelling. The fact that a few central characters are followed and that the book cleverly switches between the characters to follow the differing yet interlocking stories made this a fast paced and addictive reading journey. I didn’t foresee the end twist until it was very close and the payoff as a reader was quite rewarding I felt. I’m intrigued to see if this author comes up with other sci fi tales and will be keeping track in the hopes that there is more to come
April 15, 2021
What a great debut novel from this clearly talented writer! I am a huge sci-fi fan and this book was recommended to me from a friend. It ticked all my boxes! Highly recommend, especially if you are into deep characters and great plots.
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