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Traitor
Traitor Krista D. Ball
Seven years ago, Rebecca St. Martin took the coward’s path to save her skin. She has lived with that decision, eking out a life as an indentured servant on a space station far from home. Only now, fate has decided to give Rebecca another chance. A ghost from her past plans to execute a daring rescue from the prison bowels of the station Rebecca now works.
Rebecca has to face the same decision she made all those years ago. Could she watch her friends be murdered? Or could she, just for once, be a hero?
Rebecca has to face the same decision she made all those years ago. Could she watch her friends be murdered? Or could she, just for once, be a hero?
The Hard Choice
The Hard Choice Fuad Baloch
The bomb is ticking. The one she planted.
For the past five years, Ruma Nuway has been plotting, planning to leave Doonya, the human planet.
Now's her chance.
With the Misguided mercenary by her side, she stands guard over the bound Zrivisi crew, the alien ship at her complete disposal.
The hard part is done. All she needs now are the launch codes from the Zrivisi captain, before the bomb goes off.
When the captain refuses, setting her Misguided companion past the edge, Ruma faces impossible choices.
When all choices are terrible, what real choice does she have left?
For the past five years, Ruma Nuway has been plotting, planning to leave Doonya, the human planet.
Now's her chance.
With the Misguided mercenary by her side, she stands guard over the bound Zrivisi crew, the alien ship at her complete disposal.
The hard part is done. All she needs now are the launch codes from the Zrivisi captain, before the bomb goes off.
When the captain refuses, setting her Misguided companion past the edge, Ruma faces impossible choices.
When all choices are terrible, what real choice does she have left?
Talented author with an intriguing tale of suspense and adventure. Don't miss out on this epic adventure with great world-building!
In "The Hard Choice", author Fuad Baloch throws the reader into the thick of the action then playfully sculpts tension; ultimately crafting a fun and satisfying experience which leaves the reader with a mirthful yearn for more. At least, that's how it left this reader. I look forward to reading more!
Jaydon: A Dawn Saga Short Story
Phoenix Rising; Anunnaki Wars
The Backworlds
The Backworlds M. Pax
In the far future, humanity settles the stars, bioengineering its descendants to survive in a harsh universe. This is the first book in the science fiction series, The Backworlds. Try it for free. A space opera adventure.
After the war with the Foreworlders, Backworlders scatter across the remaining planets. Competition is fierce, and pickings are scant. Scant enough that Craze’s father decides to improve his fortunes by destroying his son. He tells his only boy their moon isn’t big enough for them both and gives Craze a ticket for the next transport leaving the space dock.
Cut off from everyone he knows with little money and no knowledge of the worlds beyond, Craze must find a way to forge a new life and make his father regret this day. First, he must survive.
After the war with the Foreworlders, Backworlders scatter across the remaining planets. Competition is fierce, and pickings are scant. Scant enough that Craze’s father decides to improve his fortunes by destroying his son. He tells his only boy their moon isn’t big enough for them both and gives Craze a ticket for the next transport leaving the space dock.
Cut off from everyone he knows with little money and no knowledge of the worlds beyond, Craze must find a way to forge a new life and make his father regret this day. First, he must survive.
Anti Life
Anti Life Allen Kuzara
The opposite of life isn't death; it's something far worse.
In an anarcho-capitalist future, space-based corporate settlements have replaced the State. Colonel John Alvarez, a fifteen-year veteran, is unwilling to waste more years leading missions into deep space. He wants to start over and make a new life with his wife and son.
But when a distress message from a distant research probe is received, Novos Corp reactivates Alvarez's contract. He must carry out one last mission, a rescue attempt. Unknown to Alvarez, however, is the hidden threat that awaits him, one that—if he cannot stop it—will doom humanity to a fate worse than death.
In an anarcho-capitalist future, space-based corporate settlements have replaced the State. Colonel John Alvarez, a fifteen-year veteran, is unwilling to waste more years leading missions into deep space. He wants to start over and make a new life with his wife and son.
But when a distress message from a distant research probe is received, Novos Corp reactivates Alvarez's contract. He must carry out one last mission, a rescue attempt. Unknown to Alvarez, however, is the hidden threat that awaits him, one that—if he cannot stop it—will doom humanity to a fate worse than death.
I picked this up to write a blurb then couldn't put it down! Really good SF about a future where Statists and Corporations are at war. It has a detailed and interesting outer space setting, an original take on warp speed and likeable characters. Great stuff.
Cool title, cool cover!
A terrifying sci-fi tromp through an uncomfortably possible reality.
Great descriptions and an unexpected ending.
Sounds so good! Can’t wait to read this one!
I love this theme!!! What could be better than a space-based anarcho-capitalist future! Giddy up!
Birth of a Star
Birth of a Star Wayne Meyers
Aldrea, the feisty daughter of a Quenterian scientist, agrees to accompany her parents on a routine mission with mixed emotions. It was better than another resort vacation, but lacks the adventure and excitement she craves. So when her father is taken prisoner by a deranged Radical agent on a deserted planet, Aldrea doesn't think twice--she goes after them.
But time is running out. With the greatest discovery in Quenterian history in the balance, Aldrea must rescue herself first before the prize they seek kills them all.
But time is running out. With the greatest discovery in Quenterian history in the balance, Aldrea must rescue herself first before the prize they seek kills them all.
Intriguing concept and cover. Fiesty daughter stories always draw me in, there's always so much to explore! Great storytelling!
Wow--what a riveting blurb--with such a unique plot and characters. Can't wait to read the full novel.
This story looks like a lot of fun!
Trevalyn Academy
Trevalyn Academy James David Victor
The man, the myth, the scoundrel.
A far-future space opera from Bestselling author James David Victor
Eliard Martin is the wayward son of House Martin. When an illegal deathrace ends in tragedy, he is blamed and sent to the prestigious military academy, Trevalyn, to learn responsibility and to integrate with the ruling class elite. Instead, he is faced with animosity, corruption, and conspiracies beyond anything he previously knew. Will Eliard stand up and fight for galactic freedom or decide that true freedom must be seized one ship at a time?
Trevalyn Academy is a standalone story in the Mercury Blade Space Opera series. If you like fast paced space adventure, Captain Eliard Martin is the kind of rogue that will keep you entertained for hours.
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A far-future space opera from Bestselling author James David Victor
Eliard Martin is the wayward son of House Martin. When an illegal deathrace ends in tragedy, he is blamed and sent to the prestigious military academy, Trevalyn, to learn responsibility and to integrate with the ruling class elite. Instead, he is faced with animosity, corruption, and conspiracies beyond anything he previously knew. Will Eliard stand up and fight for galactic freedom or decide that true freedom must be seized one ship at a time?
Trevalyn Academy is a standalone story in the Mercury Blade Space Opera series. If you like fast paced space adventure, Captain Eliard Martin is the kind of rogue that will keep you entertained for hours.
Download your copy today!
Charlotte's Army
Charlotte's Army Patty Jansen
An army of 7000 artificial soldiers accidentally received the same brain implant: they are all in love with the same woman.
A space fleet with seven thousand artificial human marines hurtles through space at near-light-speed to an interstellar war...
Doctor Charlotte West, the neuro-technologist responsible for the soldiers’ artificial brains, travels in the support fleet. Two months before the arrival at the war site, the marines start fighting each other and disobeying commands.
When they are brought in for tests, Charlotte finds that someone has made a disastrous mistake that endangers the entire space fleet. They're all in love with her.
A space fleet with seven thousand artificial human marines hurtles through space at near-light-speed to an interstellar war...
Doctor Charlotte West, the neuro-technologist responsible for the soldiers’ artificial brains, travels in the support fleet. Two months before the arrival at the war site, the marines start fighting each other and disobeying commands.
When they are brought in for tests, Charlotte finds that someone has made a disastrous mistake that endangers the entire space fleet. They're all in love with her.
Great cover and an intriguing premise.
I'm delighted to include Patty Jansen's Ambassador 1: Seeing Red among my "select few." Deftly and swiftly, her beginning shifts into high, machine-gunning intriquing clues vis a vis later reveals. One knows just enough about what's going on to continue reading without scratching one's head, but not enough to make the whole book a fait accompli. Quick immersion in tight, realistic action promises a great read.
No matter what Patty Jansen writes, there is always that underlying personality that makes her books interesting AND there are her sometimes wildly imaginative worlds that forgo the bounds of what we all know and expect. They give us something entertaining and surprising. And she is Australian. If that comment doesn't make sense then you will have to just read her stories to see what I mean. It is meant in a good way.
Incredible work by an author I truly admire!
Very intriguing! This is promising to be very interesting series... Keep it coming, Patty!
Independence
Independence Alasdair Shaw
In the aftermath of a battle a ship drifts helplessly in space. Is the strange new warship they were fighting still out there? Will it come back for them? Commander Johnson faces a desperate race to get her destroyer back into action and save her crew.
"If you liked Alien, you'll love Independence."
"This is an incredible work ... suspense, mystery and intrigue."
"Loved every word of it."
"There's more action and intrigue packed into this story than there is in many full length novels."
"Shaw's world is engaging and clearly has depth, even from this brief encounter."
This bonus edition, exclusive to instaFreebie, contains the P-file of one of the main characters and a few other little goodies.
"If you liked Alien, you'll love Independence."
"This is an incredible work ... suspense, mystery and intrigue."
"Loved every word of it."
"There's more action and intrigue packed into this story than there is in many full length novels."
"Shaw's world is engaging and clearly has depth, even from this brief encounter."
This bonus edition, exclusive to instaFreebie, contains the P-file of one of the main characters and a few other little goodies.
Love stories about emerging AI!
For Alasdair Shaw's Independence, fasten your seatbelts...assuming they're still there and you can still scarf up enough of the remaining oxygen to power your muscles.
This is one great space series. I read all four of the books in a matter of one weekend. Hope more is to come...
I love a good space battle and this author did not disappoint. And so many twists and turns you almost need a road map to finish this engrossing read.
Cover is fabulous! Can’t wait to read this one!
Girl Gone Nova
Girl Gone Nova George Saoulidis
When an alien princess arrives, a jaded celebrity handler has to keep her happy. But will he manage to get through her visit, when catering to her spoiled needs is the only way to prevent her from exploding the Earth, when rebels are trying to assassinate her and when he starts to seriously fall in love with her?
Always love George's stories. He weaves mythology into his stories in such a clever subtle way. Must read!
That neon title really steals the show! Very eye catching, and I love the concept of reinterpreting fairy tales in a cyberpunk setting.
A fascinating take on ancient Greek mythology! Opening chapters bring the reader right into this page-turning story. Don't miss out!
This story looks intriguing, and I've never read a book centered around a fox before! I'm excited to learn more, and I like your cover as well! :)
Love the title and the premise! Can't wait to read it!
Breakers of the Dawn
The Divine Dissimulation
Death Song of the Va'akai
Death Song of the Va'akai Brian Tormanen
Military linguist Nick Edwards awakes from cryo-sleep aboard the starship ES-Wayfinder and makes a gruesome discovery. Upon realizing he's not alone aboard the ship, he becomes hunted by the fiercest warrior in the galaxy who has more than just revenge on his mind.
Illiya (Taylor Neeran Chronicles #1)
The Divine Sedition
Incursion (Taylor Neeran Chronicles #2)
Ace Tucker Space Trucker
Ace Tucker Space Trucker James R. Tramontana
Ace Tucker is a man who was raised in outer space and taught how to be human by a Russian cyborg chimpanzee. Ace earns a living as a rock-and-roll roadie and cargo hauler for the greatest band in the galaxy, Mustache Supernova. His world is turned upside down the night he meets Elvis Presley, the very not-dead King of Rock ‘n’ Roll. When Ace saves Elvis from an alien assassin he must travel to Memphis, Tennessee to restore Presley’s health. But things are not what they seem at Elvis’s pastoral home, Graceland. There, Ace makes a discovery that has the power to shape the future (and potentially undo the past).
Now there's a cover that's designed to send me on my merry way to Valhalla! Great title, and an even better youtube unicorn death rock anthem. Keep up the brilliantly insane work.
I just love this cover! Great concept too. Can’t wait to get my hands on this book!
Flight Of The Vajra
Flight Of The Vajra Serdar Yegulalp
At first they were only three. A brilliant starship designer, haunted by the death of his loved ones. A spiritual leader whose faith could transform mankind ... or destroy it. A precocious acrobat girl, looking for a new family of her own.
Then came others. An entertainer and playboy whose dissolute lifestyle conceals unexpected ambitions, courtesy of a lover who represents the galaxy's most powerful worlds. And a pair of detectives — one barely human, the other not at all – with orders to enlist all their help solving a crime that threatens civilization.
Seven against a universe where the boundaries between matter and mind have been torn down, where one can wield the power of billions ... and where humanity must choose between rebirth or annihilation.
Then came others. An entertainer and playboy whose dissolute lifestyle conceals unexpected ambitions, courtesy of a lover who represents the galaxy's most powerful worlds. And a pair of detectives — one barely human, the other not at all – with orders to enlist all their help solving a crime that threatens civilization.
Seven against a universe where the boundaries between matter and mind have been torn down, where one can wield the power of billions ... and where humanity must choose between rebirth or annihilation.
Amazing world building, sharp characters and plot development combine into this epic tale. What I enjoy most about the story is that the author never insults the reader's intelligence. Great read by a talented author!
I'm drawn in. Great description!