A pretty basic military space opera with some nice hooks and believable characters. Definitely a quick and fun read.
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JOhn π» π³οΈβπππ»π²π rated World-building: 3 stars
World-building by Stephen Lee Gillett (Science fiction writing series)
The lost fleet : Relentless by Jack Campbell (Ace science fiction)
After rescuing POWs from a labor camp in the Heradao Star System, Captain John "Black Jack" Geary discovers that the β¦
JOhn π» π³οΈβπππ»π²π rated The lost fleet: 3 stars
The lost fleet by Jack Campbell (Ace science fiction)
Badly damaged and low on supplies, the Alliance Fleet is raiding Syndic mines for raw materials-and Captain "Black Jack" Geary β¦
Valiant (The Lost Fleet, Book 4 of 6) by Jack Campbell (An Ace book)
"Black Jack" Geary orders the Alliance Fleet back to the Lakota Star System, where it had almost been destroyed by β¦
The Alliance has been fighting the Syndic for a century-and losing badly. Now its fleet β¦
Review of 'Lost fleet' on 'Goodreads'
3 stars
Captain John "Black Jack" Geary tries a desperate gamble to lead the Alliance Fleet home-through β¦
Review of 'Fearless (The Lost Fleet, Book 2)' on 'Goodreads'
3 stars
Continuing the adventures of the cast from Dauntless, so if you liked the first book, youβll like this one. The main character grows in nuance, some antagonistic characters get their comeuppance, yet the enemy remains relatively monolithic and faceless.
JOhn π» π³οΈβπππ»π²π rated Persepolis Rising: 4 stars
Persepolis Rising by James S.A. Corey (The Expanse, #7)
In the thousand-sun network of humanity's expansion, new colony worlds are struggling to find their way. Every new planet lives β¦
JOhn π» π³οΈβπππ»π²π rated The Pimpernel plot.: 3 stars
JOhn π» π³οΈβπππ»π²π rated Timekeeper Conspiracy: 3 stars
JOhn π» π³οΈβπππ»π²π reviewed An alchemy of masques and mirrors by Curtis Craddock (Risen kingdoms -- book 1)
Review of 'An alchemy of masques and mirrors' on 'Goodreads'
5 stars
I wrote this three hours ago:
Iβm a little more than halfway through βAn Alchemy of Masques and Mirrorsβ, a debut novel from Curtis Craddock, and Iβm seriously enjoying it. A fantasy based loosely on Europe of the Musketeers era, but the nations are chunks of rock floating in a turbulent sky, with airships plying the traderoutes. Sorcery is reserved for the nobility, and itβs all twisted and a bit obscene. The principle characters are a princess of one of the ruling families, born with a deformed hand and a lack of sorcerous ability, and her sworn protector, a musketeer. With no warning, they are thrust into the middle of vast political schemes and machinations, which are igniting sparks that could lead to all out war. There are fascinating mysteries to solve at every turn, and shocking revelations when least expected. And on top of all that, thereβs a hint β¦
I wrote this three hours ago:
Iβm a little more than halfway through βAn Alchemy of Masques and Mirrorsβ, a debut novel from Curtis Craddock, and Iβm seriously enjoying it. A fantasy based loosely on Europe of the Musketeers era, but the nations are chunks of rock floating in a turbulent sky, with airships plying the traderoutes. Sorcery is reserved for the nobility, and itβs all twisted and a bit obscene. The principle characters are a princess of one of the ruling families, born with a deformed hand and a lack of sorcerous ability, and her sworn protector, a musketeer. With no warning, they are thrust into the middle of vast political schemes and machinations, which are igniting sparks that could lead to all out war. There are fascinating mysteries to solve at every turn, and shocking revelations when least expected. And on top of all that, thereβs a hint the heroine may be part of the fulfillment of prophecy that may mean the end of the world. The world building is turned up to 11, and so far the story is equally vivid. I sure hope it ends as well as itβs begun!
Three hours later and Iβve finished the book. Wow, I so did not disappoint. An absolutely thrilling climax with multiple page-turning escalations. I rarely give books a full five stars. But this novel certainly earned them. I canβt wait to read Craddockβs next outing!
Star Trek: Discovery: Desperate Hours by David Mack (undifferentiated)
Aboard the starship USS Shenzhou, Lieutenant Michael Burnham, a Human woman raised and educated among Vulcans, is promoted to acting β¦
JOhn π» π³οΈβπππ»π²π rated The brightest fell: 4 stars
Seanan McGuire: The brightest fell (2017)
The brightest fell by Seanan McGuire (An October Daye novel)
JOhn π» π³οΈβπππ»π²π reviewed Arabella and the battle of Venus by David D. Levine (The adventures of Arabella Ashby -- book two)
Arabella's wedding plans to marry Captain Singh of the Honorable Mars Trading Company are interrupted β¦
Review of 'Arabella and the battle of Venus' on 'Goodreads'
4 stars
A very enjoyable sequel to Arabella of Mars, the wonderful YA novel Mr. Levine put out last year. Arabella has a tendency towards rash action, but is smart enough to get herself and those she cares about out of danger when needed. A great role-model for young readers, and quite a compelling character for readers of all ages. This time she sets off to rescue her husband-to-be who has been captured by the French, lead by the tyrant Napoleon, on Venus. Together with her chaperone, the stately Lady Corey, she hires a crew to mount a rescue, but things donβt go at all to plan. Great action, well-rounded characters, and a nearly believable setting of planetary romance and sailing between the planets all combine for a very satisfactory story. Iβm eagerly looking forward to the next (and last?) book in the series.