We Few
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We Few
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Stefan Rudnicki
Prince Roger MacClintock was heir to the galaxy’s Throne of Man and a spoiled young brat—that is, until he and his Royal Marines were stranded on the barbarian planet Marduk. So far, they’ve traversed a continent, taken over an enemy spaceport, and hijacked a starship. But they’re not home free yet—because home is no longer free.
Traitors have murdered Prince Roger’s brother and sister. His mother, the empress, is still alive, but in the hands of Roger’s own biological father, who controls her through drugs and torture. A new heir to the throne has been conceived, and once he is born, Roger’s mother will no longer be necessary to the traitors’ plans. Prince Roger must somehow retake the empire before his new brother is born and his mother dies. It’s an impossible task—but Prince Roger knows all about impossible tasks.
©2005 David Weber and John Ringo (P)2005 Blackstone Audio, Inc.Critic reviews
“[A] thoroughly satisfactory fourth and final installment…Whereas the first three volumes dealt with how the humans adapted to conditions on Marduk, this book shows how the alien Mardukians cope with human society, often with humorous results.”
(Publishers Weekly)“Weber and Ringo excel!”
(Library Journal)Gut Punch
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Having listened to this book I was most disappointed to find out that it had been Miss listed as book 1 when it is actually book 3 of 5 very good novels. Having said that it was very enjoyable and do hope that audible add books 4 and 5 to there listings. I can recommend this book to anyone but listen to books 1 and 2 first.Patients needed but well worth the listen
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This time there is a significant element of space combat and tactics which occurs off-world - no doubt a plus for Honor Harrington fans - while the "main" action takes place on Earth.
This is basically a tale of a band of brothers held together by loyalty,integrity and love for each other; of the change from boy to man; of the change from playboy to leader inspiring devotion and sacrifice in his followers. As such it is a tale told many many times before. But in this case the context is always interesting and the variety of characters and personalities makes it fresh and compelling.
It would be unwise to read this before the first three methinks but "We few" has become one of my favourite reads, renewing my enthusiasm for exploring David Weber's creations further, while inspiring me to read some more of John Ringo's solo work for the first time.
This is just great space opera if you like to involve yourself in the complexities of intergalactic politics and military tactics as well as deeper character development and all-out visceral action by turns. This series is not to be missed.
The books are great - but just as important for an Audio book is the narration and in this case it is just brilliant and I will be searching for more work by the same narrator as well as the same authors!
Superb adventure reaches a fitting climax
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For fans of epic science fiction this is a good buy - although the emphasis is more on low tech than high tech.
Good book - good series
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Loved the Story
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