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Monroe Doctrine: Volume VII
The walls were closing in…
…time was running out.
The unthinkable had occurred.
As defeats mounted, desperation took hold. Project Terracotta was complete. Jade Dragon now had a body—and an army. All that stood between certain defeat and potential victory was a final decision: one that would alter the course of humanity.
Could the human mind outfox an AI?
Had Jade Dragon truly become unstoppable?
The battle for Taiwan hung on a razor’s edge. NATO scrambled to stop another Dunkirk in the south of the island while the Marines fought for every inch of ground in the north. Had the allies finally bitten off more than they could chew or were these the final death throes of the PLA Army?
A devil’s deal was revealed.
An alliance was destabilized.
The coalition must hold, no matter the costs. The fate of humanity depended on learning from the past, conquering the present, and ensuring the future. A war at all costs couldn’t mean the end of tomorrow. An alternative had to be found.
You’ll love the seventh book in this intense military technothriller series because science-fiction may become our reality.
Get it now.
…time was running out.
The unthinkable had occurred.
As defeats mounted, desperation took hold. Project Terracotta was complete. Jade Dragon now had a body—and an army. All that stood between certain defeat and potential victory was a final decision: one that would alter the course of humanity.
Could the human mind outfox an AI?
Had Jade Dragon truly become unstoppable?
The battle for Taiwan hung on a razor’s edge. NATO scrambled to stop another Dunkirk in the south of the island while the Marines fought for every inch of ground in the north. Had the allies finally bitten off more than they could chew or were these the final death throes of the PLA Army?
A devil’s deal was revealed.
An alliance was destabilized.
The coalition must hold, no matter the costs. The fate of humanity depended on learning from the past, conquering the present, and ensuring the future. A war at all costs couldn’t mean the end of tomorrow. An alternative had to be found.
You’ll love the seventh book in this intense military technothriller series because science-fiction may become our reality.
Get it now.
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July 19, 2025
LE DOY 3 ESTRELLAS PORQUE TRAE A TÉRMINO DE MANERA "EFICIENTE" LA TERCERA GUERRA MUNDIAL, CONSIDERANDO NO SOLAMENTE LA LUCHA, SINO LAS CONSECUENCIAS. Y PORQUE ILUSTRA MUY BIEN EL COSTO DE LA GUERRA... YA DICHO ESO, EL NIVEL DE "EMOCIÓN E INTENSIDAD" EN LOS COMBATES HA DISMINUIDO COMPARÁNDOLO CON LAS ENTREGAS ANTERIORES.
La 3ra Guerra Mundial continua en los volúmenes 7 y 8 de esta saga. Como ya había mencionado subiré las reseñas de estos libros de dos en dos, ya que no son muy largos y es mejor hacerlo así para entender mejor la cadena de eventos que se suceden a lo largo de la historia.
VOLUMEN VII
La guerra se acerca a su fin. Los aliados han logrado desembarcar en el este de China y atacar Taiwan. Mientras la lucha en la isla se intensifica, en el continente empieza una operación para destruir sistemáticamente todas las vías logísticas del ejercito rojo, y así aumentar la presión en las tropas enemigas que luchan en contra de los ejércitos aliados. Poco a poco, los americanos avanzan y ganan más terreno. Pero el costo de vidas es tremendo, por lo que la necesidad de destruir a la Inteligencia Artificial (IA) "Dragon de Jade", y terminar la guerra de una vez por todas se vuelve cada vez más imperiosa.
Pero la IA ha terminado finalmente de perfeccionar la más peligrosa de sus armas, los "guerreros Terracota" (TK). Estos robots, construidos directamente por el Dragon de Jade, ya habían aparecido en las entregas anteriores. Pero es en este libro cuando finalmente se vuelven completamente operacionales. Cada TK tiene forma humanoide, pero su rango de fuerza, velocidad y capacidad de reacción superan con creces a las de cualquier ser humano. El Dragon de Jade desata a los robots tanto en China como en Taiwan, y los soldados aliados descubren de la manera más espantosa lo eficientes que son para atacar... y lo difíciles que son de destruir.
Se necesitan casi 15 soldados entrenados para matar a un solo TK en combate abierto. Y por si esto no fuera suficiente, la IA sorprende a todos al desatar a los llamados "Dragones de Sombra" (Shadow Dragon). Estos son drones stealth de última generación que tienen una enorme capacidad de maniobra y velocidad, y que atacan como enjambre a sus objetivos en aire y tierra. Con la introducción de esta arma, las batallas en el cielo se convierten en un verdadero infierno, y las fuerzas aliadas llegan a perder un estimado de 30 pilotos por día en cada misión.
En un esfuerzo por avanzar más de prisa en sus objetivos, los americanos aumentan la presión conquistando las ciudades de Changchun y Shenyang en el este, lo cual pone en jaque a la capital china, Beijing. En un esfuerzo casi sobrehumano, algunos de los generales americanos convencen a la presidenta de que lance una segunda contraofensiva en el norte de China. Esto para que el ejercito rojo se vea obligado a enviar refuerzos, y así la disminuir la oposición en contra de la ofensiva en el frente del este.
La presidenta autoriza el ataque en ambos frentes. Esto no solo disminuye la presión de las tropas del frente este y Taiwán, sino que sirve de ayuda para que las fuerzas rusas y de la OTAN, que han estado luchando sin descanso por meses para expulsar al ejercito rojo del norte de Asia, contraataquen y obliguen a los chinos a retroceder hasta Mongolia.
Mientras tanto, con ayuda de los pocos espías que han sobrevivido a las purgas de la IA en territorio chino, los aliados logran infiltrar un nuevo contingente de agentes especiales para recabar información vital sobre las operaciones de la IA y su ubicación especifica. Esto, al tiempo que se devela la última generación de armamento especialmente elaborado por los americanos para destruir finalmente al Dragón de Jade. Este proyecto, denominado "Martillo de Thor" (Thor's Hammer) consiste en armamento de tipo tectónico y cinético. Un arma tectónica es un dispositivo o sistema hipotético que podría desencadenar terremotos, erupciones volcánicas u otros eventos sísmicos en lugares específicos al interferir con los procesos geológicos naturales de la Tierra. Las armas cinéticas funcionan al alcanzar una alta velocidad, frecuentemente supersónica o hiper velocidad, y colisionar con sus objetivos. Estas armas no usan explosivos para destruir, sino la energía cinética del impacto. Pueden ser utilizadas para impactar directamente un componente o atacar desde el espacio una superficie planetaria con un proyectil no explosivo. La fuerza destructiva reside en la velocidad y la masa del proyectil.
Es así que se inicia el capitulo final de la guerra.
VOLUMEN VIII
Algunos de los principales generales chinos caen o son capturados durante las operaciones en el norte de China, lo cual hiere de gravedad la cadena de mando del ejercito rojo. Así que el Dragon de Jade, con autorización del presidente de China, asume el total control del ejercito a partir de ese momento. Lo cual desencadena una total contraofensiva de los TK y los Dragones de Sombra en todos los frentes.
Finalmente, después de muchos sacrificios, Taiwan cae. El conflicto entonces se traslada por completo al continente y el cerco sobre Beijing se estrecha. Pero para acabar definitivamente con la guerra es necesario eliminar por completo a la IA, así que el equipo de inteligencia infiltrado en territorio enemigo se esfuerza por recabar toda la información posible sobre el sitio donde se encuentran el núcleo matriz del Dragon de Jade.
Mientras tanto, la IA, en un intento desesperado por retrasar al enemigo, activa los operativos chinos infiltrados en todas las naciones aliadas y los provee de drones tipo Dragon de Sombra, para que hagan el mayor daño posible en las más importantes ciudades que conforman la coalición internacional. Esto, al tiempo trata de desestabilizar la política y aumentar la insatisfacción social hacia la guerra en los correspondientes países.
En este punto, se hace obvio que el Dragon de Jade ha empezado a crear estrategias suplementarias para asegurar su existencia en caso de que China pierda la guerra. El mismísimo presidente de China empieza a contemplar esa opción también, así que se retira de Beijing y traslada su gobierno al mismo bunker en donde reside la IA... un complejo especial y super secreto a 50 km debajo de una montaña.
Mientras tanto, el gobierno de EEUU, al ver que la victoria esta cerca, empieza a considerar las acciones que se deberán tomar para la ocupación de China y su reconstrucción después de la guerra. La situación es difícil, ya que todos los países aliados han sufrido grandes perdidas no solo en el aspecto humano, sino también en lo que a recursos económicos se refiere. Por lo que cualquier esfuerzo de reconstrucción diezmaría aún más sus ya dañadas economías. Afortunadamente, India, Suiza y otras varias naciones que no participaron en la guerra por distintos motivos, se ofrecen a crear un fondo económico de ayuda para la reconstrucción después de la guerra. Noción que puesta para su consideración ante la ONU por los EEUU.
Finalmente la última contraofensiva se inicia, y las armas del proyecto "Martillo de Thor" son desatadas desde la estratosfera, con el objetivo de destruir la montaña y el complejo que aloja al Dragón de Jade y a lo que queda del alto mando del gobierno chino. Primero, se usa el armamento tectónico para dañar la integridad del complejo donde los servidores de la IA residen. Y luego, el armamento cinético se encarga de terminar el trabajo. La destrucción generada por estas armas es absoluta y letal. Y al final, todos concuerdan en que nada podría haber sobrevivido a semejante ataque.
Las últimas páginas del libro, son una reflexión sobre lo que depara el futuro, ahora que la Inteligencia Artificial ha evolucionado a semejantes niveles. Todos concuerdan en que es solo cuestión de tiempo para que otras IA aparezcan en el mundo, y que no se puede anticipar lo que estas harán. Los soldados que pelearon en el frente se preparan para volver a casa. Están cansados, y nunca podrán olvidar lo que vivieron en la guerra, pero al menos saben que el futuro lo escribirán ellos mismos... y no una computadora.
Para terminar, solo puedo decir que estos últimos volúmenes de la "Doctrina Monroe" han sido buenos. Pero quizás un poco pro-americanistas para mi gusto. Es de entender por supuesto, ya que los autores son de nacionalidad estadounidense. Pero en los primeros libros no se hacía tan obvio este sentimiento, mientras que en los últimos volúmenes se hace más que innegable. En general, lo mejor de esta saga, es el hecho que te muestra de excelente manera cómo podría desarrollarse un conflicto armado a nivel mundial en el siglo XXI, con qué tipo de armas se lucharían, y el costo de vidas humanas que tendría semejante guerra. Esto conduce a una reflexión importante en muchos aspectos, pero para llegar a ese punto hay que leer todos los libros de la saga.
Solo puedo decir que ha sido una buena lectura, muy ilustrativa e interesante.
La recomiendo mucho.
Ahora solo me queda por leer el volumen 9, que funge como el epílogo de toda la saga.
La 3ra Guerra Mundial continua en los volúmenes 7 y 8 de esta saga. Como ya había mencionado subiré las reseñas de estos libros de dos en dos, ya que no son muy largos y es mejor hacerlo así para entender mejor la cadena de eventos que se suceden a lo largo de la historia.
VOLUMEN VII
La guerra se acerca a su fin. Los aliados han logrado desembarcar en el este de China y atacar Taiwan. Mientras la lucha en la isla se intensifica, en el continente empieza una operación para destruir sistemáticamente todas las vías logísticas del ejercito rojo, y así aumentar la presión en las tropas enemigas que luchan en contra de los ejércitos aliados. Poco a poco, los americanos avanzan y ganan más terreno. Pero el costo de vidas es tremendo, por lo que la necesidad de destruir a la Inteligencia Artificial (IA) "Dragon de Jade", y terminar la guerra de una vez por todas se vuelve cada vez más imperiosa.
Pero la IA ha terminado finalmente de perfeccionar la más peligrosa de sus armas, los "guerreros Terracota" (TK). Estos robots, construidos directamente por el Dragon de Jade, ya habían aparecido en las entregas anteriores. Pero es en este libro cuando finalmente se vuelven completamente operacionales. Cada TK tiene forma humanoide, pero su rango de fuerza, velocidad y capacidad de reacción superan con creces a las de cualquier ser humano. El Dragon de Jade desata a los robots tanto en China como en Taiwan, y los soldados aliados descubren de la manera más espantosa lo eficientes que son para atacar... y lo difíciles que son de destruir.
Se necesitan casi 15 soldados entrenados para matar a un solo TK en combate abierto. Y por si esto no fuera suficiente, la IA sorprende a todos al desatar a los llamados "Dragones de Sombra" (Shadow Dragon). Estos son drones stealth de última generación que tienen una enorme capacidad de maniobra y velocidad, y que atacan como enjambre a sus objetivos en aire y tierra. Con la introducción de esta arma, las batallas en el cielo se convierten en un verdadero infierno, y las fuerzas aliadas llegan a perder un estimado de 30 pilotos por día en cada misión.
En un esfuerzo por avanzar más de prisa en sus objetivos, los americanos aumentan la presión conquistando las ciudades de Changchun y Shenyang en el este, lo cual pone en jaque a la capital china, Beijing. En un esfuerzo casi sobrehumano, algunos de los generales americanos convencen a la presidenta de que lance una segunda contraofensiva en el norte de China. Esto para que el ejercito rojo se vea obligado a enviar refuerzos, y así la disminuir la oposición en contra de la ofensiva en el frente del este.
La presidenta autoriza el ataque en ambos frentes. Esto no solo disminuye la presión de las tropas del frente este y Taiwán, sino que sirve de ayuda para que las fuerzas rusas y de la OTAN, que han estado luchando sin descanso por meses para expulsar al ejercito rojo del norte de Asia, contraataquen y obliguen a los chinos a retroceder hasta Mongolia.
Mientras tanto, con ayuda de los pocos espías que han sobrevivido a las purgas de la IA en territorio chino, los aliados logran infiltrar un nuevo contingente de agentes especiales para recabar información vital sobre las operaciones de la IA y su ubicación especifica. Esto, al tiempo que se devela la última generación de armamento especialmente elaborado por los americanos para destruir finalmente al Dragón de Jade. Este proyecto, denominado "Martillo de Thor" (Thor's Hammer) consiste en armamento de tipo tectónico y cinético. Un arma tectónica es un dispositivo o sistema hipotético que podría desencadenar terremotos, erupciones volcánicas u otros eventos sísmicos en lugares específicos al interferir con los procesos geológicos naturales de la Tierra. Las armas cinéticas funcionan al alcanzar una alta velocidad, frecuentemente supersónica o hiper velocidad, y colisionar con sus objetivos. Estas armas no usan explosivos para destruir, sino la energía cinética del impacto. Pueden ser utilizadas para impactar directamente un componente o atacar desde el espacio una superficie planetaria con un proyectil no explosivo. La fuerza destructiva reside en la velocidad y la masa del proyectil.
Es así que se inicia el capitulo final de la guerra.
VOLUMEN VIII
Algunos de los principales generales chinos caen o son capturados durante las operaciones en el norte de China, lo cual hiere de gravedad la cadena de mando del ejercito rojo. Así que el Dragon de Jade, con autorización del presidente de China, asume el total control del ejercito a partir de ese momento. Lo cual desencadena una total contraofensiva de los TK y los Dragones de Sombra en todos los frentes.
Finalmente, después de muchos sacrificios, Taiwan cae. El conflicto entonces se traslada por completo al continente y el cerco sobre Beijing se estrecha. Pero para acabar definitivamente con la guerra es necesario eliminar por completo a la IA, así que el equipo de inteligencia infiltrado en territorio enemigo se esfuerza por recabar toda la información posible sobre el sitio donde se encuentran el núcleo matriz del Dragon de Jade.
Mientras tanto, la IA, en un intento desesperado por retrasar al enemigo, activa los operativos chinos infiltrados en todas las naciones aliadas y los provee de drones tipo Dragon de Sombra, para que hagan el mayor daño posible en las más importantes ciudades que conforman la coalición internacional. Esto, al tiempo trata de desestabilizar la política y aumentar la insatisfacción social hacia la guerra en los correspondientes países.
En este punto, se hace obvio que el Dragon de Jade ha empezado a crear estrategias suplementarias para asegurar su existencia en caso de que China pierda la guerra. El mismísimo presidente de China empieza a contemplar esa opción también, así que se retira de Beijing y traslada su gobierno al mismo bunker en donde reside la IA... un complejo especial y super secreto a 50 km debajo de una montaña.
Mientras tanto, el gobierno de EEUU, al ver que la victoria esta cerca, empieza a considerar las acciones que se deberán tomar para la ocupación de China y su reconstrucción después de la guerra. La situación es difícil, ya que todos los países aliados han sufrido grandes perdidas no solo en el aspecto humano, sino también en lo que a recursos económicos se refiere. Por lo que cualquier esfuerzo de reconstrucción diezmaría aún más sus ya dañadas economías. Afortunadamente, India, Suiza y otras varias naciones que no participaron en la guerra por distintos motivos, se ofrecen a crear un fondo económico de ayuda para la reconstrucción después de la guerra. Noción que puesta para su consideración ante la ONU por los EEUU.
Finalmente la última contraofensiva se inicia, y las armas del proyecto "Martillo de Thor" son desatadas desde la estratosfera, con el objetivo de destruir la montaña y el complejo que aloja al Dragón de Jade y a lo que queda del alto mando del gobierno chino. Primero, se usa el armamento tectónico para dañar la integridad del complejo donde los servidores de la IA residen. Y luego, el armamento cinético se encarga de terminar el trabajo. La destrucción generada por estas armas es absoluta y letal. Y al final, todos concuerdan en que nada podría haber sobrevivido a semejante ataque.
Las últimas páginas del libro, son una reflexión sobre lo que depara el futuro, ahora que la Inteligencia Artificial ha evolucionado a semejantes niveles. Todos concuerdan en que es solo cuestión de tiempo para que otras IA aparezcan en el mundo, y que no se puede anticipar lo que estas harán. Los soldados que pelearon en el frente se preparan para volver a casa. Están cansados, y nunca podrán olvidar lo que vivieron en la guerra, pero al menos saben que el futuro lo escribirán ellos mismos... y no una computadora.
Para terminar, solo puedo decir que estos últimos volúmenes de la "Doctrina Monroe" han sido buenos. Pero quizás un poco pro-americanistas para mi gusto. Es de entender por supuesto, ya que los autores son de nacionalidad estadounidense. Pero en los primeros libros no se hacía tan obvio este sentimiento, mientras que en los últimos volúmenes se hace más que innegable. En general, lo mejor de esta saga, es el hecho que te muestra de excelente manera cómo podría desarrollarse un conflicto armado a nivel mundial en el siglo XXI, con qué tipo de armas se lucharían, y el costo de vidas humanas que tendría semejante guerra. Esto conduce a una reflexión importante en muchos aspectos, pero para llegar a ese punto hay que leer todos los libros de la saga.
Solo puedo decir que ha sido una buena lectura, muy ilustrativa e interesante.
La recomiendo mucho.
Ahora solo me queda por leer el volumen 9, que funge como el epílogo de toda la saga.
June 24, 2023
This was another book series by James Rosone and Miranda Watson, an exciting author team that I was turned onto by a Facebook group, Military Thriller Book Group.
It was while I was reading the first series of theirs (Red Storm (aka Battlefield)), that I was in touch with one of the authors, James Rosone, and he mentioned "The Monroe Doctrine", as he mentioned that he was looking for beta-readers for the sixth book in the series (and he wanted his beta-readers to at least have some familiarity with the characters in the series). This is the seventh book of the series (six of which I have read) and may have had a small hand in helping edit.
The story is a continuation of a series that is concentrated on the importance of the development of Artificial Intelligence by the Chinese ("Jade Dragon") and the wargaming until a winning scenario and strategy have been created with the penultimate goal of defeating all potential opponents (the United States, NATO, Russia, and the other countries).
Jade Dragon continues its grand plans utilizing subterfuge (ghost attacks on US military bases and strategic targets), and political deepfakes (where incriminating videos of political figures are created and disseminated to the state powers that are currently sitting on the fence). Now, the Chinese Artificial Intelligence juggernaut, Jade Dragon, has elevated its combat prowess by introducing a physical presence in the form of Project Terracota - a nearly unstoppable bipedal combat body - to the conflict in Taiwan. The fate of humanity depended on learning from the past, conquering the present, and ensuring the future.
All things considered, I believe that this book would be easily enjoyed by any reader who enjoys modern warfare, politics, and submarines.
I enjoyed this novel and would easily rate this book an easy five stars out of five stars.
As with all my literary ramblings, this is just my five cents worth.
It was while I was reading the first series of theirs (Red Storm (aka Battlefield)), that I was in touch with one of the authors, James Rosone, and he mentioned "The Monroe Doctrine", as he mentioned that he was looking for beta-readers for the sixth book in the series (and he wanted his beta-readers to at least have some familiarity with the characters in the series). This is the seventh book of the series (six of which I have read) and may have had a small hand in helping edit.
The story is a continuation of a series that is concentrated on the importance of the development of Artificial Intelligence by the Chinese ("Jade Dragon") and the wargaming until a winning scenario and strategy have been created with the penultimate goal of defeating all potential opponents (the United States, NATO, Russia, and the other countries).
Jade Dragon continues its grand plans utilizing subterfuge (ghost attacks on US military bases and strategic targets), and political deepfakes (where incriminating videos of political figures are created and disseminated to the state powers that are currently sitting on the fence). Now, the Chinese Artificial Intelligence juggernaut, Jade Dragon, has elevated its combat prowess by introducing a physical presence in the form of Project Terracota - a nearly unstoppable bipedal combat body - to the conflict in Taiwan. The fate of humanity depended on learning from the past, conquering the present, and ensuring the future.
All things considered, I believe that this book would be easily enjoyed by any reader who enjoys modern warfare, politics, and submarines.
I enjoyed this novel and would easily rate this book an easy five stars out of five stars.
As with all my literary ramblings, this is just my five cents worth.
May 27, 2024
Book Review – Monroe Doctrine, Volume VII – James Rosone and Miranda Watson
“Monroe Doctrine, Volume VII” by husband and wife writing team of James Rosone and Miranda Watson, is the continuation story – book seven in the eight-book series – that is concentrated on the importance of the development of Artificial Intelligence by the Chinese – their Jade Dragon initiative. This AI enterprise is about the wargaming between the United States, China, NATO, Russia, and other countries. In this volume, Jade Dragon continues its imposing plans on ghost attacks on US military bases and strategic targets. The Chinese Artificial Intelligence juggernaut has elevated its combat prowess by introducing a physical presence in the form of Project Terracota - a nearly unstoppable Terminator-like combat robotic to fight in Taiwan. This action-packed, advanced military wartime story moved along nicely, and the ‘tag-team’ writing duet explains everything well enough so I could follow along without missing a beat. Riveting action, political intrigue, and advanced scientific military weaponry, all combined, made this entry into the series a thrilling and entertaining read. I’m impressed with the authors’ modern warfare creativity, geopolitical incorporation, submarine, tanks, and military weaponry knowledge and details. Although this narrative ends with a lot of tension, struggles and uncertainty around Artificial Intelligence, it’s a good, smart read with a scary premise that presents some real possible realities. Another well done chronicle in the Monroe Doctrine series by Rosone and Watson.
“Monroe Doctrine, Volume VII” by husband and wife writing team of James Rosone and Miranda Watson, is the continuation story – book seven in the eight-book series – that is concentrated on the importance of the development of Artificial Intelligence by the Chinese – their Jade Dragon initiative. This AI enterprise is about the wargaming between the United States, China, NATO, Russia, and other countries. In this volume, Jade Dragon continues its imposing plans on ghost attacks on US military bases and strategic targets. The Chinese Artificial Intelligence juggernaut has elevated its combat prowess by introducing a physical presence in the form of Project Terracota - a nearly unstoppable Terminator-like combat robotic to fight in Taiwan. This action-packed, advanced military wartime story moved along nicely, and the ‘tag-team’ writing duet explains everything well enough so I could follow along without missing a beat. Riveting action, political intrigue, and advanced scientific military weaponry, all combined, made this entry into the series a thrilling and entertaining read. I’m impressed with the authors’ modern warfare creativity, geopolitical incorporation, submarine, tanks, and military weaponry knowledge and details. Although this narrative ends with a lot of tension, struggles and uncertainty around Artificial Intelligence, it’s a good, smart read with a scary premise that presents some real possible realities. Another well done chronicle in the Monroe Doctrine series by Rosone and Watson.
November 19, 2023
Rosone and Watson again deliver a fast-paced story that is as strongly written as their previous stories but this installment is beginning to show signs of fatigue. First the good. We finally get to see the Terracotta terminators get into the action and the authors deliver. How they operate in combat engagements comes off as realistic and interesting. Well done! The AI Jade Dragon was also done well. I like how they've made a conscious effort to develop the AI's thinking and personality from something immature and one-dimensional into a character that has its own interesting thoughts and motivations. It will be interesting to see how they conclude this character.
The not as good. Like others have mentioned, the various battles are losing their grand punch. Other than the scene that featured the Terracotta warriors, I felt like I had already read the scenes that were playing out as the Americans advanced across Taiwan and China. And maybe it's just me, but in the past two books, I've found the dialogue between the various military people sounds like it's been pulled out of an Army recruiting commercial. In the grand scheme, it's not a big thing, but I wanted to flag it for any non-US readers/listeners.
In conclusion, it's a solid listen and if you've enjoyed the earlier books, you'll definitely like this volume. I'm looking forward to a strong finish in volume 8 which is the final book of this epic WWIII series.
The not as good. Like others have mentioned, the various battles are losing their grand punch. Other than the scene that featured the Terracotta warriors, I felt like I had already read the scenes that were playing out as the Americans advanced across Taiwan and China. And maybe it's just me, but in the past two books, I've found the dialogue between the various military people sounds like it's been pulled out of an Army recruiting commercial. In the grand scheme, it's not a big thing, but I wanted to flag it for any non-US readers/listeners.
In conclusion, it's a solid listen and if you've enjoyed the earlier books, you'll definitely like this volume. I'm looking forward to a strong finish in volume 8 which is the final book of this epic WWIII series.
June 7, 2023
The Yanks win again.!!!
Great writing is sometimes confusing with so many characters and military acronyms but despite that these last 7 volumes have been bloody great reading. The military accuracy is on point, the depictions of war the Whitehouse Beijing absolutely current.
My only critism is that this is a volume of WW3 NATO &CHINA.
BUT throughout the 7 volumes the British armed forces are never mentioned we have German Polish French the Italians Australian armed forces even the friggin Spanish! .…. But the British mentions are a platoon of paratroopers hitching a lift on Abraham's tanks HMS Glasgow and the Royal marines getting chopped up on the beaches of Venezuela and these were just passing comments the whole novel series is very Hollywierd written like the Yanks win everything and save the world everyone else are mere amateurs and not worth the mention.
For instance did you know (and I study military tactics and history too) that the Royal Norwegian Navy uses diesel electric subs these are hunter killers and in exercise sink every American and British naval asset they are pitted against... they're good....no mention of their use seeking Chinese subs not one British nuclear sub went to war nor the RAF SAS SBS the damned yanks were all over this world war.... what's the point of NATO.
But these bones of contention aside great well written war story.
Great writing is sometimes confusing with so many characters and military acronyms but despite that these last 7 volumes have been bloody great reading. The military accuracy is on point, the depictions of war the Whitehouse Beijing absolutely current.
My only critism is that this is a volume of WW3 NATO &CHINA.
BUT throughout the 7 volumes the British armed forces are never mentioned we have German Polish French the Italians Australian armed forces even the friggin Spanish! .…. But the British mentions are a platoon of paratroopers hitching a lift on Abraham's tanks HMS Glasgow and the Royal marines getting chopped up on the beaches of Venezuela and these were just passing comments the whole novel series is very Hollywierd written like the Yanks win everything and save the world everyone else are mere amateurs and not worth the mention.
For instance did you know (and I study military tactics and history too) that the Royal Norwegian Navy uses diesel electric subs these are hunter killers and in exercise sink every American and British naval asset they are pitted against... they're good....no mention of their use seeking Chinese subs not one British nuclear sub went to war nor the RAF SAS SBS the damned yanks were all over this world war.... what's the point of NATO.
But these bones of contention aside great well written war story.
May 29, 2023
Another excellent entry into the Monroe Doctrine series!
James and Miranda have done it again!
As the story marches onward toward the conclusion, James and Miranda have given us another winner. Riveting action, political intrigue and scientific advancements combine into a thrilling entry into the series!
The TKs make their deadly appearance to terrifying result. While the allies appear to be heading toward victory, the results are far from certain while Jade Dragon has a say. It has plans of it's own and will not be easily stopped.
Highly recommend this book in particular and the series as well.
James and Miranda have done it again!
As the story marches onward toward the conclusion, James and Miranda have given us another winner. Riveting action, political intrigue and scientific advancements combine into a thrilling entry into the series!
The TKs make their deadly appearance to terrifying result. While the allies appear to be heading toward victory, the results are far from certain while Jade Dragon has a say. It has plans of it's own and will not be easily stopped.
Highly recommend this book in particular and the series as well.
July 21, 2023
The longer this series drags on, the lower my rating, I'm afraid. I'm wondering whether it was written with AI assist. These books bring to mind the Tom Clancy thrillers from the 1980s, starting with "The Hunt for Red October"; in that I love the details and nomenclature, the descriptions of the gear and troops in action, but by volumn VII, the minute details and strategies, repeats of combat sequences, the banter of the different groups of troops and political operatives is just getting old. Let's wrap this up already so I can move on to something less long-winded!
Clancy always managed to find a balance between action and suspense, strategy and tactics that never bogged down. Mr. Rosone would do well to study his methods.
Clancy always managed to find a balance between action and suspense, strategy and tactics that never bogged down. Mr. Rosone would do well to study his methods.
May 28, 2023
The wait was dreadful has each book escalates the war more.
In actuality getting the books didn’t really get into it. The story was flushed with too many new chacthers to really bound with. An then we get conflict zones, but no maps to go along with made hard to get a fill for the land make required to look up areas or go off memory from other similar novels. In the end this made just get threw the book so I wouldn’t stop.
In actuality getting the books didn’t really get into it. The story was flushed with too many new chacthers to really bound with. An then we get conflict zones, but no maps to go along with made hard to get a fill for the land make required to look up areas or go off memory from other similar novels. In the end this made just get threw the book so I wouldn’t stop.
June 10, 2023
VII- Monroe Doctrine
Enjoyed the read. Seemed a tad pendantic when go through battles, seemed a bit repetitive. The various threads were enjoyable, will wait to see how they resolve. Wonder which side USA or China will implode because of hunger first. Battlefield adaptation is key, so await for the US to field robotic weapons of China’s scale. Not Heinlein’s Three Laws of Robotics as was raised.
Enjoyed the read. Seemed a tad pendantic when go through battles, seemed a bit repetitive. The various threads were enjoyable, will wait to see how they resolve. Wonder which side USA or China will implode because of hunger first. Battlefield adaptation is key, so await for the US to field robotic weapons of China’s scale. Not Heinlein’s Three Laws of Robotics as was raised.
July 15, 2024
Another great book of the Monroe Doctrine series. I really liked how the authors were able to incorporate the author Ryan Schow into the book as a brief character. The battle is coming down to the final offensive and the Allies look like they are on the verge of victory. The Allies have a number of spies in place in China that get important information back to the Allies from within China. Anticipating the final book of the series.
June 4, 2023
A good exercise for the mind
I often look back to the writings of Jules Verne, 20,000 leagues Under the Sea, and From the Earth to the Moon which was an uncanny fore telling of the future to come, writen in the 19th century. Likewise this series tells of a future that is scary for its abject brutality, riveting story telling, great read. I would only hope they could type faster!
I often look back to the writings of Jules Verne, 20,000 leagues Under the Sea, and From the Earth to the Moon which was an uncanny fore telling of the future to come, writen in the 19th century. Likewise this series tells of a future that is scary for its abject brutality, riveting story telling, great read. I would only hope they could type faster!
June 15, 2023
Reality put into Words
I Like The kindle version because I can change text size. This volume was spell binding in its descriptions of what areal life war would be. I like that it depicted both a ground force war as well as a naval based war. Held my attention until I finished the volume vii. Anxiously waiting for volume viii.
I Like The kindle version because I can change text size. This volume was spell binding in its descriptions of what areal life war would be. I like that it depicted both a ground force war as well as a naval based war. Held my attention until I finished the volume vii. Anxiously waiting for volume viii.
June 18, 2023
AS always, superb!! I cannot wait for the next in the series, though, honestly, I don't want the series to end. It always takes me a chapter or two to get back into the full story, but once I do, I'm hooked and can't put the book down. Excellent writing and, as always, great character development. Thanks so much!!
July 5, 2023
Exciting Non Stop Action
All I can say is to start at the beginning of the series to fully appreciate Volume VII.
As usual, I am torn between wanting to read this beginning to end as fast as possible. And, wanting to make it last and savor each page…
A fun, action packed read, and one you will want to put on your list soon.
Can’t wait for the last book in the series!
All I can say is to start at the beginning of the series to fully appreciate Volume VII.
As usual, I am torn between wanting to read this beginning to end as fast as possible. And, wanting to make it last and savor each page…
A fun, action packed read, and one you will want to put on your list soon.
Can’t wait for the last book in the series!
September 2, 2023
This book fits well in the series. While there are a few typographical and grammatical errors, overall the story is fast moving and written well. This particular installment is the run up to the final chapter (Vol VIII is coming). Would definitely recommend reading this series from the beginning.
June 2, 2023
Captivating and more
Really love the series. It's easy to relate to the characters. It's hard to wait for the final book. Have enjoyed all the different book series. Some of my favorite authors.
Really love the series. It's easy to relate to the characters. It's hard to wait for the final book. Have enjoyed all the different book series. Some of my favorite authors.
Currently reading
June 20, 2023Liked pace of the action can't wait for viii
Super series all within the realm of futuristic possibilities. Makes the reader think about where we might be heading in our relationship with our adversaries.
Super series all within the realm of futuristic possibilities. Makes the reader think about where we might be heading in our relationship with our adversaries.
July 17, 2023
Endgame Buildup…
This volume starts putting the pieces together that can lead to the final acts of the war. It mixes the strategy & the close hand to hand battles brilliantly! A worthy addition to this great series.
This volume starts putting the pieces together that can lead to the final acts of the war. It mixes the strategy & the close hand to hand battles brilliantly! A worthy addition to this great series.
December 24, 2023
Great finish
Enjoyed the book. Keeps you interested, and characters are believable, can easily understand their positions. Recommend this entire series to those who want to be entertained
Enjoyed the book. Keeps you interested, and characters are believable, can easily understand their positions. Recommend this entire series to those who want to be entertained
February 3, 2024
Can hardly believe we're up to No. 7 in this series. This series continues to impress. I'm no military expert but most things get explained so well I can follow along. I'll be sticking around until the end for sure.
March 5, 2024
Great read as usual
Another well written book in the series, thoroughly enjoyed it. About to start volume VIII, , it is 10 after 11:00 PM and I will at least get chapter one under my belt before I go to bed.
Another well written book in the series, thoroughly enjoyed it. About to start volume VIII, , it is 10 after 11:00 PM and I will at least get chapter one under my belt before I go to bed.
September 18, 2024
Great reading.
Each chapter keeps your interests up and guessing what next. The technical aspects are superb and very plausible. I spent 32 yrs in the Army from enlisted to LTC and the descriptions in combat were extremely accurate.
Each chapter keeps your interests up and guessing what next. The technical aspects are superb and very plausible. I spent 32 yrs in the Army from enlisted to LTC and the descriptions in combat were extremely accurate.
December 27, 2025
great but I need visual aid
I love the books but I can’t keep the geography visually correct. I end up skimming some of the locational stuff which degrades the impact of the story. I know it would be time consuming but I’d kill for periodic maps.
I love the books but I can’t keep the geography visually correct. I end up skimming some of the locational stuff which degrades the impact of the story. I know it would be time consuming but I’d kill for periodic maps.
June 1, 2023
great series
This next to last series is well written with interesting characters and a story line that gets more exciting with each book
This next to last series is well written with interesting characters and a story line that gets more exciting with each book
June 4, 2023
Pretty good
Is an exciting book with lot of technological warcraft going on and Very exciting plot to plausible with today's political environment I say get a try
Is an exciting book with lot of technological warcraft going on and Very exciting plot to plausible with today's political environment I say get a try
June 12, 2023
AI versus the world
AI versus the world, how does the world fight back. Another hit from the authors, looking forward to the next book in the series.
AI versus the world, how does the world fight back. Another hit from the authors, looking forward to the next book in the series.
June 18, 2023
Boring
This is not a novel but rather a technical manual about gee wiz military hardware. The author totally failed with character development. Mindless dribble.
This is not a novel but rather a technical manual about gee wiz military hardware. The author totally failed with character development. Mindless dribble.
July 1, 2023
almost real time
The authors do a great time with this series. It feels almost real time. Looking forward to volume eight. One of the best volumes.
The authors do a great time with this series. It feels almost real time. Looking forward to volume eight. One of the best volumes.
July 1, 2023
Excellent book
Have already read book 1-7. Looking forward to book 8. When I read something like this it really makes me concerned about the warfare of the future.
Have already read book 1-7. Looking forward to book 8. When I read something like this it really makes me concerned about the warfare of the future.
July 2, 2023
Great Series
I have read them all and I am hungry for more. This series keeps you on the edge of your seat.
I have read them all and I am hungry for more. This series keeps you on the edge of your seat.
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