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A Galaxy Unknown #5
Milor!
Terrorists are creating a climate of fear on the planet Arrosa, and although no demands have been made, nor claims of credit taken for the attacks, the Prime Minister believes that the government of their neighboring planet, Selax, is solely responsible. As commander of the only Space Command base in that part of space, Captain Jenetta Carver is responsible for maintaining the peace, and the task of preventing a system-wide war falls squarely upon her shoulders. Since the dispatched diplomatic corps hasn't yet arrived at the base, she must resolve the disputes without their assistance. The people of the two planets share a common genus and ancestry, and Captain Carver manages to convince the two planetary governments to accept binding arbitration, but one party ingeniously stalls the talks for their own purposes.
Meanwhile, several Milora have been discovered in the company of an arms merchant's Tsgardi henchmen. The Milori, an ugly warlike race often compared more to cockroaches then humanoid life forms, come from a home planet well outside Galactic Alliance borders. There's an old saying in Space Command that, like cockroaches, if you see one Milora, there're probably a thousand more concealed nearby. And Jenetta knows that a thousand hostile warriors in GA space can only mean serious trouble is brewing. She immediately dispatches a ship to investigate an Intelligence Section report of Milori sightings near a planet in the GA's Frontier Zone.
The GSC destroyer Ottawa, following up on the lead, locates a task force of Milori warships exactly where reported, and the captain demands an explanation of their presence in GA space. The Milori respond with action rather than words, leaving little doubt about their intentions, and events begin spiraling out of control.
105,200 Words - 320 Pages
Meanwhile, several Milora have been discovered in the company of an arms merchant's Tsgardi henchmen. The Milori, an ugly warlike race often compared more to cockroaches then humanoid life forms, come from a home planet well outside Galactic Alliance borders. There's an old saying in Space Command that, like cockroaches, if you see one Milora, there're probably a thousand more concealed nearby. And Jenetta knows that a thousand hostile warriors in GA space can only mean serious trouble is brewing. She immediately dispatches a ship to investigate an Intelligence Section report of Milori sightings near a planet in the GA's Frontier Zone.
The GSC destroyer Ottawa, following up on the lead, locates a task force of Milori warships exactly where reported, and the captain demands an explanation of their presence in GA space. The Milori respond with action rather than words, leaving little doubt about their intentions, and events begin spiraling out of control.
105,200 Words - 320 Pages
330 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2010
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August 23, 2013
"A Galaxy Unknown" and the ongoing adventures of Jennette Carver (and the extended Carver Clan) is a bit like any addictive substance. At first, it's mildly entertaining. Then it becomes euphoric. By the time one comes to "Milor!" it's become a full-fledged addiction. And unlike with the stereotypical addict path where the quality is cut back as the user becomes more addicted, DePrima's content has continued to improve throughout the series.
Under most circumstances, I might accuse the writer of making the protagonist too capable or too sympathetic, but something about Jennette's character as written grounds her and allows a natural bond to form. She is still a bit of a Mary Sue in terms of being almost too good for her tasks and roles, but that is tempered against her own hard learned experiences and self training in the classical tactics of war without being hindered by the blinders of the War College.
Introduction of additional characters to supporting roles, such as Trader Vyx and reintroducing characters from earlier books enforces the sense of continuity among the series, though it can be a struggle to keep track of all the GAC players; admittedly, this is a problem with any serial.
Overall, "Milor!" shows a new dimension to the story of the "A Galaxy Unknown" saga as both Jen and the SC face new challenges.
Under most circumstances, I might accuse the writer of making the protagonist too capable or too sympathetic, but something about Jennette's character as written grounds her and allows a natural bond to form. She is still a bit of a Mary Sue in terms of being almost too good for her tasks and roles, but that is tempered against her own hard learned experiences and self training in the classical tactics of war without being hindered by the blinders of the War College.
Introduction of additional characters to supporting roles, such as Trader Vyx and reintroducing characters from earlier books enforces the sense of continuity among the series, though it can be a struggle to keep track of all the GAC players; admittedly, this is a problem with any serial.
Overall, "Milor!" shows a new dimension to the story of the "A Galaxy Unknown" saga as both Jen and the SC face new challenges.
January 5, 2021
The Milor finally start making their moves. Carver gets the chance to strut her stuff leading the defense of Stewart star base. While she is doing that, she is dealing with two planets about to go to war. She is rather busy.
Fun read.
Fun read.
April 14, 2012
Sci-fi Thriller at it's Best!
I strongly suggest you read the previous book in the series (A Galaxy Unknown, Valor At Vauzlee, Clones of Mawcett and Trader Vyx) prior to reading this installment.
What a spectacular read! The known galaxy's luckiest Captain is back , with a huge villain that makes the raiders look like criminals with training wheels.
This installment was full of action and suspense. The author packed a lot into this book, however, the story never felt rushed. I'm really impressed with how well the author juggles so many storylines at once.
To fellow dark urban fantasy readers who are looking for an SF but are unsure of what to take a chance on; I highly recommend this book and series. The writing style is similar to DUF. I am also impatiently looking forward to the next book Castle Vroman due out 2/1/2011.
I also recommend:
The Darkest Edge of Dawn (Charlie Madigan, Book 2)
Song of Scarabaeus
Space Trippers Book 1: Trippin'
Black Magic Sanction (Hollows)
Peacekeeper: A Major Ariane Kedros Novel
I strongly suggest you read the previous book in the series (A Galaxy Unknown, Valor At Vauzlee, Clones of Mawcett and Trader Vyx) prior to reading this installment.
What a spectacular read! The known galaxy's luckiest Captain is back , with a huge villain that makes the raiders look like criminals with training wheels.
This installment was full of action and suspense. The author packed a lot into this book, however, the story never felt rushed. I'm really impressed with how well the author juggles so many storylines at once.
To fellow dark urban fantasy readers who are looking for an SF but are unsure of what to take a chance on; I highly recommend this book and series. The writing style is similar to DUF. I am also impatiently looking forward to the next book Castle Vroman due out 2/1/2011.
I also recommend:
The Darkest Edge of Dawn (Charlie Madigan, Book 2)
Song of Scarabaeus
Space Trippers Book 1: Trippin'
Black Magic Sanction (Hollows)
Peacekeeper: A Major Ariane Kedros Novel
June 2, 2011
The same comments on the first four books apply here. The smart, witty and tricky traps devised by Admiral Carver are starting to get a little anti-climactic. There seems to be little risk or drama. None of the series has been as good as the first one.
What about the Pirates? Four books and they've done nothing? What about the twin sisters (clones)? Not enough on them.
Like the others, the read and plot were smooth enough and characters interesting enough to read all of, but the story still leaves something to be desired.
What about the Pirates? Four books and they've done nothing? What about the twin sisters (clones)? Not enough on them.
Like the others, the read and plot were smooth enough and characters interesting enough to read all of, but the story still leaves something to be desired.
October 6, 2014
I think I'm over this one.
The whole mysterious attacks thing at the beginning was pretty much blown off as an afterthought.
Invading, angry aliens with tentacles. Oh, that's a new one.
Our hero heroically stops the invasion thru crafty new ideas that impress some of her superiors and anger others. I think I've read this book before.
I really wanted this series to get better, but it just hasn't yet. There's nothing extraordinarily awful about it, but I just don't see myself investing time and money into the future books.
The whole mysterious attacks thing at the beginning was pretty much blown off as an afterthought.
Invading, angry aliens with tentacles. Oh, that's a new one.
Our hero heroically stops the invasion thru crafty new ideas that impress some of her superiors and anger others. I think I've read this book before.
I really wanted this series to get better, but it just hasn't yet. There's nothing extraordinarily awful about it, but I just don't see myself investing time and money into the future books.
May 18, 2011
So the great Space Opera/Galactic Battle is heating up.
Great Sci-Fi epic. There are a few bits where the author gets a bit bogged down with detailed explanations when I just wanted to get on with the story [it's the author's fault for making the main storyline so exciting] but I just browsed/skipped these parts and so didn't deduct stars - the story/adventure is worth it.
Really enjoying this series.
Great Sci-Fi epic. There are a few bits where the author gets a bit bogged down with detailed explanations when I just wanted to get on with the story [it's the author's fault for making the main storyline so exciting] but I just browsed/skipped these parts and so didn't deduct stars - the story/adventure is worth it.
Really enjoying this series.
January 17, 2016
Promotions, terrorists and invasion forces! This is one of the big turning points of the series. I really enjoyed this booked it was a fun trip overall and you see terrorist plots and Jen being used for a diplomat making her character even more able to keep doing up the chain. You also see the excitement of a large scale battle verses different galaxy powers instead of pirates. A good book and a worthy read for anyone to that likes sci-fi.
June 24, 2011
Another great space adventure with Jenetta Carver. I am really starting to like Trader Vyx as well. I keep hoping they will hook up! I am starting to get a little bored because things always work out perfectly for Jenetta but I'm still excited to read the next 2 books and hopefully more are on the way!
February 3, 2025
I really like the light adventure part of the book. It seems that the author tries for hard science-fiction, with numerous technical or academic descriptions, which is boring. Sometimes a character will do the explanations in a dialogue, but I can't help feeling that it is the author/narrator speaking, and that undermines the character building.
January 23, 2013
I agree with the other reviewers, this one is probably one of the better of the series. I liked some of the politics in this one and felt that the world was getting flushed out a little more. I felt that some of the battle scenes are similar to Ender's Game.
March 3, 2017
I am looking forward to the next book in this series. I think that Jenneta's sisters will take over the story line now that she has become admiral of the fleet.
It would be interesting to see what happens if any of these girls gets pregnant, what would it mean for the physiology of the offspring.
It would be interesting to see what happens if any of these girls gets pregnant, what would it mean for the physiology of the offspring.
July 10, 2016
I've read the 10 first books so obviosly this is a good enough series.
Not as good as David Weber's Honnor Harington, but if you liked that one... you'll like this one.
Don't expect very mulidimensional caracters, but a fun exciting read.
Not as good as David Weber's Honnor Harington, but if you liked that one... you'll like this one.
Don't expect very mulidimensional caracters, but a fun exciting read.
April 28, 2011
Still enjoying the series. Nearing the end though which means I will need to find something new soon!
January 8, 2012
Battle extends to include aliens but we are sure that Jenetta will prevail in the end.
April 22, 2014
Great Series
July 31, 2013
It was a much better plot than the last one, I can't wait for GAC to finally defeat their enemies definitely
September 24, 2013
..."Admiral Hubera muttered something intelligible".
November 29, 2013
garble garble garble... bnearg...
Honor Harrington and Chejiro are both better written...
still goin'...
Honor Harrington and Chejiro are both better written...
still goin'...
January 23, 2014
Another fun space opera with CAPT Jenetta Carver at the helm from Mr. DePrima.
June 28, 2015
One of the better Janetta Carver stories. You could read the books in this series out of sequence and still enjoy the stories, but it does help if they are read in order.
January 15, 2017
The book was OK, but nothing special... Aliens attack, Carver saves the day...
Sounds familiar?
Sounds familiar?
September 4, 2024
Excellent read. Fast paced. New alien enemies. The Raiders as the sole enemies was starting to be tiresome.
August 13, 2017
I expected much the same as one of the author's other books, with a slow start and great finish, but this was excellent from the start. Good character development, good plot. In short, I could not stop reading it! And I am going to read the rest of series immediately.
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