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Lieutenant Sam Bitka, US Naval Reserve, is getting used to civilian life when he is called back to active duty. Tensions between Earth and the alien Varoki are on the rise, and Sam is assigned as tactical officer aboard the deep space destroyer USS Puebla. Dispatched to the distant world of K'tok to protect human colonists, he wants nothing more than to serve out his active duty time and get back to his civilian life.

But when the Varoki launch a crippling surprise attack against the Earth coalition fleet, Sam finds himself suddenly in command of the USS Puebla, a job he is far from certain he can discharge successfully. What's more, mounting evidence points to a much larger and more sinister alien plan.

Now, Sam must deal with faltering leadership in the human task force and an alien enemy who always seems one step ahead of them. Time for Sam to step up and rise to the challenge of command.

©2017 Frank Chadwick (P)2020 Tantor Adventure Fiction First Contact Military Science Fiction
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And catching story, full of breathtaking action, the rise of a true hero and the people around him, seasoned with the obligatory cowards, with nepotistic ties to power and rank.

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Brilliant sci-fi adventure that showcases the wit and resourcefulness of its titular character. A captivating and clever read that will leave you thoroughly entertained from start to finish. Follows it's own rules, and has even better sequel book

Smart and imaginative

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Really enjoyable story with a likable hero. Some nice twists and a bit of depth to all the characters. Do read it!

Great fun

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Story might be good. But after an hour of listening i cannot listen to this narrator any more. Voice is cringeworthy

Cannot listen to narrator

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Not sure what persuaded me to buy the book, might have been a reduce price, very pleased I did though as it was good fun. Highly recommended.

Really enjoyed the book

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