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Undying Mercenaries #16
Ice World
Long before Earth began conquering her neighboring stars, Legion Varus was deployed on Tau Ceti. Valuable and highly illegal treasures were stolen during the campaign, but McGill never gave it a second thought.
The Tau haven’t forgotten him, however. For decades they’ve hunted and plotted, and at last they’ve found the pirate who robbed them. Tau agents invade Earth seeking revenge and profit. Caught up in violence and intrigue, McGill is given the task of finding out where the loot has gone and who was responsible for the theft in the first place. The hunt takes Legion Varus to ICE WORLD, a distant planet with an inhospitable climate.
Read about great battles and shifting alliances in ICE WORLD, book #16 of the Undying Mercenaries series. With millions of copies sold, USA Today Bestselling author B. V. Larson is the king of modern military science fiction.
The Tau haven’t forgotten him, however. For decades they’ve hunted and plotted, and at last they’ve found the pirate who robbed them. Tau agents invade Earth seeking revenge and profit. Caught up in violence and intrigue, McGill is given the task of finding out where the loot has gone and who was responsible for the theft in the first place. The hunt takes Legion Varus to ICE WORLD, a distant planet with an inhospitable climate.
Read about great battles and shifting alliances in ICE WORLD, book #16 of the Undying Mercenaries series. With millions of copies sold, USA Today Bestselling author B. V. Larson is the king of modern military science fiction.
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November 15, 2021
Ice World is a fun read; similar to the other books in the series. More hijinks with Claver and the rest of the gang.
But I think it is wearing a little bit thin now. I guess B V Larson is aware of it too and is definitely planning to shake things up. There were quite a few hints in this book about where McGill is headed and if it pans out, that will put a new spin on things.
Conclusion - if you liked the other books in the series, you will like this one too.
But I think it is wearing a little bit thin now. I guess B V Larson is aware of it too and is definitely planning to shake things up. There were quite a few hints in this book about where McGill is headed and if it pans out, that will put a new spin on things.
Conclusion - if you liked the other books in the series, you will like this one too.
November 17, 2021
Even though there is a real thread in this 16th installment of McGill's adventures, and a real evolution of his relationship with Galina Turov, the tale is too rambling to be really interesting.
The tone changes from one chapter to another, some developments (Grave's reactions, for example) lack credibility.
The end is particularly failed and implausible.
In short, the series is experiencing a real slack. It is urgent to conclude it or to give it new impetus.
The tone changes from one chapter to another, some developments (Grave's reactions, for example) lack credibility.
The end is particularly failed and implausible.
In short, the series is experiencing a real slack. It is urgent to conclude it or to give it new impetus.
January 28, 2024
Not really a fan of this one. The whole thing felt pointless. McGill really should have been permed in this one. Not all of it was bad. A good siege scene. But a show trial that felt, well pointless.
October 29, 2021
Ending was a bit disjointed
I've read all the books in the Undying Mercenaries series, and had enjoyed them all, but this one was a bit of a disappointment. From the point of the trial til the end of the book seemed to be an after thought.... all filler.
I've read all the books in the Undying Mercenaries series, and had enjoyed them all, but this one was a bit of a disappointment. From the point of the trial til the end of the book seemed to be an after thought.... all filler.
February 22, 2022
It's hard to believe that I am 16 books into this series and I just got notified that the next book in the series is out March 4th 2022.
This book was quite a bit better than its predecessor. I feel like it went back into the stride of what makes the series great. We met a couple new characters and ones that really pertain to the story a bit more than what we've gotten in the past. Meeting Galena's dad for instance.
I am a little confused as to why some things go down with certain other characters though. You have Carlos who has been with us since book one and was seemingly going to not really be with us anymore as of the last book. They made an excuse to get him into this book and then he wasn't really around. I'm not sure what the point of any of that was. On one hand I enjoy it because it feels a little more "real" but at the same time it doesn't make sense really from a storytelling perspective.
As much as I have enjoyed this series over the years though it's starting wear a little thin. Not because I don't love it, but because it feels to be dragging on now for no particular reason. These are fun romps in space that I really enjoy, but with no big overall progress it just seems to continue on for the sake of continuing on. I really don't want this to turn into TV shows that I love that wait until viewership is down before they finally pull the plug. Lets pull it on a high note. I think it's either time to start winding the story down or it's time to start making bigger stakes.
I've mentally committed to 20 books. If after that it isn't wrapped up I think I'm gonna have to bounce from this series.
This book was quite a bit better than its predecessor. I feel like it went back into the stride of what makes the series great. We met a couple new characters and ones that really pertain to the story a bit more than what we've gotten in the past. Meeting Galena's dad for instance.
I am a little confused as to why some things go down with certain other characters though. You have Carlos who has been with us since book one and was seemingly going to not really be with us anymore as of the last book. They made an excuse to get him into this book and then he wasn't really around. I'm not sure what the point of any of that was. On one hand I enjoy it because it feels a little more "real" but at the same time it doesn't make sense really from a storytelling perspective.
As much as I have enjoyed this series over the years though it's starting wear a little thin. Not because I don't love it, but because it feels to be dragging on now for no particular reason. These are fun romps in space that I really enjoy, but with no big overall progress it just seems to continue on for the sake of continuing on. I really don't want this to turn into TV shows that I love that wait until viewership is down before they finally pull the plug. Lets pull it on a high note. I think it's either time to start winding the story down or it's time to start making bigger stakes.
I've mentally committed to 20 books. If after that it isn't wrapped up I think I'm gonna have to bounce from this series.
January 25, 2022
Really like the political plot but military this series become quite boring.
This book continues story from the book "Tech World".
This book continues story from the book "Tech World".
November 11, 2021
If you are reading this book, you must certainly know that it's about the exploits of one Legionnaire named James McGill. He's legendary as he's known by quite a number of galactic alien species and is definitely a mystery to both these aliens and the humans who work with him daily.
This books starts off pretty easily in that McGill and Legion Varus isn't activated yet so he's kind of on his own time. That's when one of his Legion buddies, Carlos, makes an appearance at James' sack in rural Georgia. Now that's kind of unusual in that James normally only had the female type legionnaires coming to his shack, but this time it was Carlos and he wasn't a legionnaire any longer. For his own reasons, he had gotten out of the Legion and now was a normal (well, abnormal) Earth civilian trying to make a living. Then he got tangled up with the Clavers! It seems that the Clavers had found a stash of Galactic coins that were worth an ungodly fortune except it was forbidden for humans to even touch these things.
Now when I say forbidden, I meant that in a Galactic way, which means that if a human or humans were ever caught with these Galactic coins, it could result in the extermination of every human on Earth. Now the coins that these Clavers had managed to get hold of belonged to a Galactic alien species called the Tau. These near humans like money. It was everything to them and they protected what they had and anyone stealing from them didn't live long to talk about it. So, Carlos was in deep, deep trouble. In fact, he was going to prison if he didn't tell the authorities where he got the coins in his possession and who gave them to him. Carlos was going to be in prison for a long time.
This is when James McGill steps in and starts some investigating. He did that because he was ordered to by none other than Imperator Galina Turov. Yeah, she's moved up in the world and was no longer commanding Legion Varus. Still, she was acting strange in the beginning of this book because she does actually show up at James' shack in Georgia, but she also invites him to go with her home and meet her parents! That shocks the crap out of McGill. It seems like Galina's sister is getting married and Galina needs to be at the wedding according to her father. Now McGill has never met any of Galina's relatives and especially not her father. And it turns out that her Father is none other than Archduke Turov or Public Servant Turov, about the most highly ranked civilian on the planet Earth.
So, James is meeting new people and so far hasn't killed any of them yet. That's where the fun starts. See, the Nairbs are the Galaxies accountants and they know that some Galactic coins have gone missing because the Tau have filed a complaint. James and everyone else knows that if the Naribs find these coins in the possession of Carlos or the Clavers, then Earth is doomed. So, James has to find out where the Clavers are hiding. This is when the fighting all starts. Legion Varus is dispatched to destroy the ice world upon which a large contingent of Claver clones have settled and are guarding a huge stash of Galactic coins. So the legion must get the coins and return them to the Tau or someone in the Galactic government. Of course that's not going to be easy, and it gets even more complicated when one Centurion James McGill is brought before a court martial which will find him guilty of killing his Legion Varus Commanding Officer and therefore thrown out o f the Legion all together! That can't happen, right? Well, you'll have to read to find out.
This another one of those humorous Undying Mercenary books that fits the same pattern as all the rest. McGill has to weasel himself out of one jam or another without getting permed! He barely makes it this time. I was hoping to see McGill get promoted, but I don't think that's going to happen and with Graves still around, it probably won't for quite some time. I still hope there are more books in this series, but 16 is already a lot. I'll still keep reading them if Mr. Larson keeps writing them.
This books starts off pretty easily in that McGill and Legion Varus isn't activated yet so he's kind of on his own time. That's when one of his Legion buddies, Carlos, makes an appearance at James' sack in rural Georgia. Now that's kind of unusual in that James normally only had the female type legionnaires coming to his shack, but this time it was Carlos and he wasn't a legionnaire any longer. For his own reasons, he had gotten out of the Legion and now was a normal (well, abnormal) Earth civilian trying to make a living. Then he got tangled up with the Clavers! It seems that the Clavers had found a stash of Galactic coins that were worth an ungodly fortune except it was forbidden for humans to even touch these things.
Now when I say forbidden, I meant that in a Galactic way, which means that if a human or humans were ever caught with these Galactic coins, it could result in the extermination of every human on Earth. Now the coins that these Clavers had managed to get hold of belonged to a Galactic alien species called the Tau. These near humans like money. It was everything to them and they protected what they had and anyone stealing from them didn't live long to talk about it. So, Carlos was in deep, deep trouble. In fact, he was going to prison if he didn't tell the authorities where he got the coins in his possession and who gave them to him. Carlos was going to be in prison for a long time.
This is when James McGill steps in and starts some investigating. He did that because he was ordered to by none other than Imperator Galina Turov. Yeah, she's moved up in the world and was no longer commanding Legion Varus. Still, she was acting strange in the beginning of this book because she does actually show up at James' shack in Georgia, but she also invites him to go with her home and meet her parents! That shocks the crap out of McGill. It seems like Galina's sister is getting married and Galina needs to be at the wedding according to her father. Now McGill has never met any of Galina's relatives and especially not her father. And it turns out that her Father is none other than Archduke Turov or Public Servant Turov, about the most highly ranked civilian on the planet Earth.
So, James is meeting new people and so far hasn't killed any of them yet. That's where the fun starts. See, the Nairbs are the Galaxies accountants and they know that some Galactic coins have gone missing because the Tau have filed a complaint. James and everyone else knows that if the Naribs find these coins in the possession of Carlos or the Clavers, then Earth is doomed. So, James has to find out where the Clavers are hiding. This is when the fighting all starts. Legion Varus is dispatched to destroy the ice world upon which a large contingent of Claver clones have settled and are guarding a huge stash of Galactic coins. So the legion must get the coins and return them to the Tau or someone in the Galactic government. Of course that's not going to be easy, and it gets even more complicated when one Centurion James McGill is brought before a court martial which will find him guilty of killing his Legion Varus Commanding Officer and therefore thrown out o f the Legion all together! That can't happen, right? Well, you'll have to read to find out.
This another one of those humorous Undying Mercenary books that fits the same pattern as all the rest. McGill has to weasel himself out of one jam or another without getting permed! He barely makes it this time. I was hoping to see McGill get promoted, but I don't think that's going to happen and with Graves still around, it probably won't for quite some time. I still hope there are more books in this series, but 16 is already a lot. I'll still keep reading them if Mr. Larson keeps writing them.
November 17, 2021
Romantic Hearts of Cold Ice
Heh. Heh. Pretty good sequel though the tale is tainted by a background idea of true romance developing in the main lust relationship. The plot is a bit more coherent and sophisticated than normal as well...but not much. Still its an accomplishment of consistency that many authors failed to achieve. Though many series start off as more impressive stories, most authors rapidly lose steam after the 5th in series - usually both in terms of ideas and personal interest continuing any main characters or institutions. Almost all the rest of the authors suffer similar steep drops in quality after eight in series. So while this series might not reach the rarified initial heights of quality of other works except in low gallows humor and brute violence - it is among the mere handful that is still worth reading after more than a dozen releases and still centering on the original cast of characters.
Heh. Heh. Pretty good sequel though the tale is tainted by a background idea of true romance developing in the main lust relationship. The plot is a bit more coherent and sophisticated than normal as well...but not much. Still its an accomplishment of consistency that many authors failed to achieve. Though many series start off as more impressive stories, most authors rapidly lose steam after the 5th in series - usually both in terms of ideas and personal interest continuing any main characters or institutions. Almost all the rest of the authors suffer similar steep drops in quality after eight in series. So while this series might not reach the rarified initial heights of quality of other works except in low gallows humor and brute violence - it is among the mere handful that is still worth reading after more than a dozen releases and still centering on the original cast of characters.
December 15, 2021
I need atleast 16 more books in this series.
I first started reading this series a few years back when there were only the first 3 available.
I recently picked the series back up for a re-read and found there were 15 of them. By the time I got to number 14, there was a 16th.
I couldn't believe my good fortune. I've been reading them non stop for weeks. Now that I finished the 16th book I'm having withdrawals, but I may have to start from the beginning again soon as I wait for more. The shenanigans of James McGill get stuck in your head and the only fix is to keep reading.
I sure look forward to the future of this series and will now try the other series by Mr B. V. Larson.
I first started reading this series a few years back when there were only the first 3 available.
I recently picked the series back up for a re-read and found there were 15 of them. By the time I got to number 14, there was a 16th.
I couldn't believe my good fortune. I've been reading them non stop for weeks. Now that I finished the 16th book I'm having withdrawals, but I may have to start from the beginning again soon as I wait for more. The shenanigans of James McGill get stuck in your head and the only fix is to keep reading.
I sure look forward to the future of this series and will now try the other series by Mr B. V. Larson.
December 21, 2023
“Ice World” is the 16th book in the Undying Mercenaries series, a military science fiction saga that follows the adventures of James McGill, a soldier who can be resurrected after death by alien technology. In this installment, McGill and his comrades are sent to a frozen planet to recover a stolen treasure that has sparked a war between Earth and the Tau, a race of humanoid pirates.
The audiobook is narrated by Mark Boyett, who has voiced all the previous books in the series. Boyett does a great job of bringing the characters to life, especially McGill, who is a witty, sarcastic, and rebellious protagonist. Boyett also captures the tone and mood of the story, which is a mix of action, humor, and drama.
The story itself is fast-paced, thrilling, and full of twists and turns. Larson has a knack for creating imaginative and diverse alien worlds, cultures, and technologies, and Ice World is no exception. The planet is a harsh and hostile environment, where the temperature can drop to -200 degrees Celsius, and the wildlife is deadly and bizarre. The plot is also full of surprises, as McGill uncovers secrets, betrayals, and conspiracies that involve not only the Tau, but also his own superiors, allies, and enemies.
The book also explores some themes and issues that are relevant to the genre and the real world, such as the ethics of war, the value of life, the nature of loyalty, and the consequences of greed. McGill is a complex and flawed character, who often questions his own actions and motives, and faces moral dilemmas and challenges. He is also a charismatic and likable hero, who uses his wit, courage, and luck to overcome impossible odds and save the day.
“Ice World” is a highly entertaining and enjoyable audiobook, that will appeal to fans of the series and the genre. It is a well-written, well-narrated, and well-produced work, that delivers a satisfying and engaging listening experience. I would recommend it to anyone who likes military science fiction, space opera, or adventure stories.
The audiobook is narrated by Mark Boyett, who has voiced all the previous books in the series. Boyett does a great job of bringing the characters to life, especially McGill, who is a witty, sarcastic, and rebellious protagonist. Boyett also captures the tone and mood of the story, which is a mix of action, humor, and drama.
The story itself is fast-paced, thrilling, and full of twists and turns. Larson has a knack for creating imaginative and diverse alien worlds, cultures, and technologies, and Ice World is no exception. The planet is a harsh and hostile environment, where the temperature can drop to -200 degrees Celsius, and the wildlife is deadly and bizarre. The plot is also full of surprises, as McGill uncovers secrets, betrayals, and conspiracies that involve not only the Tau, but also his own superiors, allies, and enemies.
The book also explores some themes and issues that are relevant to the genre and the real world, such as the ethics of war, the value of life, the nature of loyalty, and the consequences of greed. McGill is a complex and flawed character, who often questions his own actions and motives, and faces moral dilemmas and challenges. He is also a charismatic and likable hero, who uses his wit, courage, and luck to overcome impossible odds and save the day.
“Ice World” is a highly entertaining and enjoyable audiobook, that will appeal to fans of the series and the genre. It is a well-written, well-narrated, and well-produced work, that delivers a satisfying and engaging listening experience. I would recommend it to anyone who likes military science fiction, space opera, or adventure stories.
November 11, 2024
POPKULTUROWY KOCIOŁEK: Legion Varus i James McGill nigdy nie mają zbyt wiele czasu na lenistwo. Tym razem powodem ich aktywności są dawne wydarzenia na planecie Tau Ceti. Podczas jednej z kampanii skradziono tam niezwykle cenne skarby. Przez dziesięciolecia agenci Tau poszukiwali artefaktów i ludzi odpowiedzialnych za ten proceder. Teraz najeżdżają Ziemię w poszukiwaniu zemsty i zysku. McGill otrzymuje więc zadanie, dowiedzenia się gdzie podział się skarb i kto był odpowiedzialny za jego kradzież. Śledztwo prowadzi go wraz z legionem na niezbyt gościnny Świat lodu, gdzie znajdzie się on w środku nowej niebezpiecznej intrygi.
W przypadku książki Legion Nieśmiertelnych tom 16: Świat lodu fani serii nie powinni być wielce zaskoczeni jej treścią. Larson nie odstępuje bowiem od sprawdzonej formuły, która przyniosła mu sukces. Mamy tu wszystko, co kochamy w serii: szybkie tempo akcji, moralnie szare postacie, szczyptę humoru, solidną dawkę military science fiction, piętrzące się intrygi, wielką politykę na dalszym planie, mnóstwo flirtu i oczywiście wiele śmierci głównego bohatera.
Najważniejszą rolę odgrywa tutaj oczywiście James. McGill działa bardziej oddalony od swojego legionu, co przekłada się na trochę bardziej „kameralne” walki. Nie można im jednak odmówić widowiskowości, która nadal tu występuje i potrafi mocno wcisnąć czytelnika w fotel.
Obok mocnej akcji i typowych dla serii elementów zawarta tu fabuła ujawnia także trochę więcej sekretów na temat Turov. Twórca ukazuje tu znacznie większą głębie tej postaci, odkrywając przy okazji pewne sekrety na temat jej rodziny. Wątek ten jest całkiem ciekawy i co najważniejsze doskonale współgra on z obserwowaną tu wartką akcją....
https://popkulturowykociolek.pl/legio...
W przypadku książki Legion Nieśmiertelnych tom 16: Świat lodu fani serii nie powinni być wielce zaskoczeni jej treścią. Larson nie odstępuje bowiem od sprawdzonej formuły, która przyniosła mu sukces. Mamy tu wszystko, co kochamy w serii: szybkie tempo akcji, moralnie szare postacie, szczyptę humoru, solidną dawkę military science fiction, piętrzące się intrygi, wielką politykę na dalszym planie, mnóstwo flirtu i oczywiście wiele śmierci głównego bohatera.
Najważniejszą rolę odgrywa tutaj oczywiście James. McGill działa bardziej oddalony od swojego legionu, co przekłada się na trochę bardziej „kameralne” walki. Nie można im jednak odmówić widowiskowości, która nadal tu występuje i potrafi mocno wcisnąć czytelnika w fotel.
Obok mocnej akcji i typowych dla serii elementów zawarta tu fabuła ujawnia także trochę więcej sekretów na temat Turov. Twórca ukazuje tu znacznie większą głębie tej postaci, odkrywając przy okazji pewne sekrety na temat jej rodziny. Wątek ten jest całkiem ciekawy i co najważniejsze doskonale współgra on z obserwowaną tu wartką akcją....
https://popkulturowykociolek.pl/legio...
June 8, 2022
There is a repetition to this series that is getting stale. The aliens are unlikeable, and seems unredeemable even Raj. I feel like the author wants us to like McGill for being racist/xenophobic to aliens by giving us such an odious cast of aliens. You would think with this many species there was one that is remotely likable but nope, the author seems intent and making them irredeemable and stupid. No single alien that is just not an adversary or flip-flopping.
McGill has negative character growth, and the statue quo is pretty much the same as always. The last few books seems to be a net negative or zero in term of progress. Characters either have their memory erased or become amnesiac. Graves has such a stick up his ass, you would think with over a dozen deployment he would give McGill the benefit of the doubt once or twice given how many times he saved the world. But nope the Centurion who has single handedly saved Earth's more than a few times would not be given a break or two. McGill has yet to advance in rank and refuses to grow as a person, Galina gets promoted and demoted yet again. Last previous missions, the legion didn't really do anything of note that isn't resulting in a stalemate or failure.
Yet another series that seems content to circle the drain, some plot point seems to be just glossed over or hand waved.
McGill has negative character growth, and the statue quo is pretty much the same as always. The last few books seems to be a net negative or zero in term of progress. Characters either have their memory erased or become amnesiac. Graves has such a stick up his ass, you would think with over a dozen deployment he would give McGill the benefit of the doubt once or twice given how many times he saved the world. But nope the Centurion who has single handedly saved Earth's more than a few times would not be given a break or two. McGill has yet to advance in rank and refuses to grow as a person, Galina gets promoted and demoted yet again. Last previous missions, the legion didn't really do anything of note that isn't resulting in a stalemate or failure.
Yet another series that seems content to circle the drain, some plot point seems to be just glossed over or hand waved.
November 15, 2021
Better than the last...but still a bit of a let down.
I initially rated this 4 stars, but wound up dropping it to 3 stars after giving it a bit more thought. On the one hand, it was actually quite a bit better than the last book. On the other hand, there were still some issues with this one, that carried over somewhat from the last. The overarching plot thread the author seems to be trying for is becoming confusing at best, and some of the "sub-plots" in this book seemed to just pop up out of nowhere and didn't really make much sense (nor did their resolutions, if that's what they could be called).
As to the plot of this individual story...well...as with the last book, it seems like many things just kind of get wrapped up with little or no explanation, they "just happen." McGill pulls a fast one, which we expect by this point; however, unlike earlier books, there's little explanation after the fact as to HOW he pulled it off.
I enjoy this series b/c it's usually fun, and make for quick, light reads. That said, the quality of the stories has definitely gone downhill the past two books, and these are becoming less fun to read.
I initially rated this 4 stars, but wound up dropping it to 3 stars after giving it a bit more thought. On the one hand, it was actually quite a bit better than the last book. On the other hand, there were still some issues with this one, that carried over somewhat from the last. The overarching plot thread the author seems to be trying for is becoming confusing at best, and some of the "sub-plots" in this book seemed to just pop up out of nowhere and didn't really make much sense (nor did their resolutions, if that's what they could be called).
As to the plot of this individual story...well...as with the last book, it seems like many things just kind of get wrapped up with little or no explanation, they "just happen." McGill pulls a fast one, which we expect by this point; however, unlike earlier books, there's little explanation after the fact as to HOW he pulled it off.
I enjoy this series b/c it's usually fun, and make for quick, light reads. That said, the quality of the stories has definitely gone downhill the past two books, and these are becoming less fun to read.
October 1, 2021
McGill really is dumb as rocks
I like these books but they are dragging on without the characters really learning anything in the long term. McGill should have permed Galina Turov many books ago. How many times is he going to get stabbed in the back by her and keep crawling back? You don't leave people like that breathing to betray you after the first time, let alone 10 or 20 we're up to by now.
It's also just odd how everyone tries to pin blame on McGill, or don't care if he gets permed or whatever, despite all of them knowing how instrumental he's been since joining Varus. Eventually the nonstop results will sink in, even to the dumbest of leadership.
These are the kinds of things that keep the books from being truly excellent fast paced pieces of candy to read. We need more of the quality of storytelling that we get from Straker's Breakers series.
I like these books but they are dragging on without the characters really learning anything in the long term. McGill should have permed Galina Turov many books ago. How many times is he going to get stabbed in the back by her and keep crawling back? You don't leave people like that breathing to betray you after the first time, let alone 10 or 20 we're up to by now.
It's also just odd how everyone tries to pin blame on McGill, or don't care if he gets permed or whatever, despite all of them knowing how instrumental he's been since joining Varus. Eventually the nonstop results will sink in, even to the dumbest of leadership.
These are the kinds of things that keep the books from being truly excellent fast paced pieces of candy to read. We need more of the quality of storytelling that we get from Straker's Breakers series.
February 13, 2022
The Undying Mercenary series
I have just finished Book 16 in the series and I HAVE to say that I thoroughly enjoyed each and EVERY book in the series! I started the series in August 2021 and finished Ice World today, 2/13/22. As I progressed through the 4th book in the series, I downloaded the next 3 books so that I could start the next immediately and so on until I had immediate access to the next book. The characters were involved and complex to the point that each chapter was something to look forward to book 17. And I will definitely be checking out additional B. V. Larson novels/series!
I have just finished Book 16 in the series and I HAVE to say that I thoroughly enjoyed each and EVERY book in the series! I started the series in August 2021 and finished Ice World today, 2/13/22. As I progressed through the 4th book in the series, I downloaded the next 3 books so that I could start the next immediately and so on until I had immediate access to the next book. The characters were involved and complex to the point that each chapter was something to look forward to book 17. And I will definitely be checking out additional B. V. Larson novels/series!
September 18, 2021
I'm writing a review a week early, because I know it will be five stars. Just like Ive given every one of Larson's books.
This is going to be a long week of waiting...I need more Mcgill in my life.
I am probably the largest fan of this series...it would be embarrassing if the books were not so fucking epic. Keep up the good work Larson! And keep up the pace you are releasing these! I absolutely love these books and characters. The entire premise is kinda my ultimate fantasy. Hell yeah.
This is going to be a long week of waiting...I need more Mcgill in my life.
I am probably the largest fan of this series...it would be embarrassing if the books were not so fucking epic. Keep up the good work Larson! And keep up the pace you are releasing these! I absolutely love these books and characters. The entire premise is kinda my ultimate fantasy. Hell yeah.
October 1, 2021
Not sure what to think
Classic McGill for sure but this story seemed all over the place. I enjoyed it for what it is and certainly this not a bad book. Just simply average.
I definitely will read the next book, though.
I’m probably most bothered by mounting inconsistencies in the storyline (those that have read all of theses books can guffaw here.)
Timeline issues are the biggest concern as well as Claver logistics. I suspend most points of logic when reading these books but I would like a solid skeleton to which everything is attached.
Classic McGill for sure but this story seemed all over the place. I enjoyed it for what it is and certainly this not a bad book. Just simply average.
I definitely will read the next book, though.
I’m probably most bothered by mounting inconsistencies in the storyline (those that have read all of theses books can guffaw here.)
Timeline issues are the biggest concern as well as Claver logistics. I suspend most points of logic when reading these books but I would like a solid skeleton to which everything is attached.
October 2, 2021
Just a great book.
Mr Larson is just getting better as a writer and storyteller with each new book. There is very little wrong with this story, and the editing is much improved from some of the earlier books. I won't go into spoilers, I only wish to encourage you to read this book, as it is well paced, entertaining and it ties a lot of things together from earlier books in this series, as well as moving the whole story arc forward and foreshadowing events in future books. I didn't just enjoy it, I actually loved it. Well done.
Mr Larson is just getting better as a writer and storyteller with each new book. There is very little wrong with this story, and the editing is much improved from some of the earlier books. I won't go into spoilers, I only wish to encourage you to read this book, as it is well paced, entertaining and it ties a lot of things together from earlier books in this series, as well as moving the whole story arc forward and foreshadowing events in future books. I didn't just enjoy it, I actually loved it. Well done.
October 9, 2021
is the story finally moving forward?
While I have enjoyed the series, the plot lines of note have been absurdly slow to progress. Most of the series could take up 5 books tops. In general, the series has fallen into a silly snail pace for several novels. I hope Mr. Larson picks up the pace and allows the charters to grow. The total inability of the charities to learn from their experiences is pretty awe inspiring.
While I have enjoyed the series, the plot lines of note have been absurdly slow to progress. Most of the series could take up 5 books tops. In general, the series has fallen into a silly snail pace for several novels. I hope Mr. Larson picks up the pace and allows the charters to grow. The total inability of the charities to learn from their experiences is pretty awe inspiring.
October 14, 2021
Down with the Galactics!
Eventually, we’re going to have to fight the Galactics! That’s what I’ve been thinking since this series started so many years ago. And this is a long series! But it’s also one that never loses relevance. It’s the only book series that I can read cover to cover without stopping. It has everything you need in a book without the political nonsense that plagues so many other books. Very refreshing! We need more, Brian!
Eventually, we’re going to have to fight the Galactics! That’s what I’ve been thinking since this series started so many years ago. And this is a long series! But it’s also one that never loses relevance. It’s the only book series that I can read cover to cover without stopping. It has everything you need in a book without the political nonsense that plagues so many other books. Very refreshing! We need more, Brian!
December 23, 2021
A large part of me feels this should get 4 stars and not 5. Things are just missing. Uncertainties. Vagueries. Loose ends. Et cetera. And it ended up being a campaign purely of greed. Regardless of that and more, my first night reading it I nearly completed 10 of its 13 Audible hour length. Not sure I have ever read so much in one waking day (moreso night for me the night owl). So it obviously entertained. And so nearly obviously I must bestow 5 stars upon it.
May 10, 2022
I think this is where it ends for me. It was going down for a while. But the end of this book brakes the basic rules the author was working with in ever book before. It becomes nonsensical, base rules of the technology and story telling used are broken or ignored. Is completely broken and absolutely abismaly bad. Not sure if the author became senile at the end or had a ghost writer but this is unacaptable.
September 30, 2021
Fabulous story, as usual.
I've read all 16 books in this series, some of them twice, and there's something about our hero, James McGill, that keeps me coming back for more. I think it's that he does things we'd all like to do at times and gets away with it. Plus, each story stands alone and is a rip roaring adventure. Keep them coming. I'm hungry for more.
I've read all 16 books in this series, some of them twice, and there's something about our hero, James McGill, that keeps me coming back for more. I think it's that he does things we'd all like to do at times and gets away with it. Plus, each story stands alone and is a rip roaring adventure. Keep them coming. I'm hungry for more.
October 13, 2021
Another good read
I don't know where or how B.V. gets the ideas for each story but may he keep getting ideas. I was actually reading another series but interrupted that to read this book. While I do like his character development I think. Old McGill has gotten a bit too southern.
That aside I really loved the story and am looking forward to the next.
I don't know where or how B.V. gets the ideas for each story but may he keep getting ideas. I was actually reading another series but interrupted that to read this book. While I do like his character development I think. Old McGill has gotten a bit too southern.
That aside I really loved the story and am looking forward to the next.
October 22, 2021
Larson does it again
Well I never tire of this series and you know it is a good book when you finish and you want more. I will say Mr. Larson you had me worried that my favorite character James McGill looked like he was toast! Keep this series coming - I can't wait for the next one.
Well I never tire of this series and you know it is a good book when you finish and you want more. I will say Mr. Larson you had me worried that my favorite character James McGill looked like he was toast! Keep this series coming - I can't wait for the next one.
October 30, 2021
Another great read
The adventures of McGill keep going. I like the way there's a connection to previous Worlds with new and old alien provocateur s. The undying g aspect t keeps the affection for the characters without any angst of them getting "permed". Can't wait for the next World. How about Pirate World or Amazon World, inhabited by female warriors ?
The adventures of McGill keep going. I like the way there's a connection to previous Worlds with new and old alien provocateur s. The undying g aspect t keeps the affection for the characters without any angst of them getting "permed". Can't wait for the next World. How about Pirate World or Amazon World, inhabited by female warriors ?
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November 15, 2021McGill!!
This is my favorite series, i have been hooked since the first sentence of book 1. Larson catches the camaraderie and humor of the modern military and brings it into Legion Varus. The characters are well written and you feel like you are right there with them. Can't wait to see where they go from here!
This is my favorite series, i have been hooked since the first sentence of book 1. Larson catches the camaraderie and humor of the modern military and brings it into Legion Varus. The characters are well written and you feel like you are right there with them. Can't wait to see where they go from here!
April 5, 2023
Another great story
I love the main character McGill. The craziest, lovable, sociopath, I've read in a long time. The writer gets him into freaky, terrible trouble only for the character to slip out of it by the hairs of his chinny chin chin.. mostly with a great deal of violence in most cases.
I love the main character McGill. The craziest, lovable, sociopath, I've read in a long time. The writer gets him into freaky, terrible trouble only for the character to slip out of it by the hairs of his chinny chin chin.. mostly with a great deal of violence in most cases.
July 8, 2024
I have been enjoying this series but keep hoping the James McGill would start to evolve to be a better person. But still lies and still treats females as cattle. Thought by now that the writer would start to improve who the character is. Start to make him a leader, someone everyone starts to respect more as he self improves. Disappointing as I liked the series up to here.
September 25, 2021
Another excellent read
James McGill is back and better than ever. True fans won’t be able to put the book down. Now I’m stuck waiting to see what type of world Our favorite Centurion will be visiting next.
James McGill is back and better than ever. True fans won’t be able to put the book down. Now I’m stuck waiting to see what type of world Our favorite Centurion will be visiting next.
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