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Escape from Spaceport Alpha

Takhari, Book 1

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Escape from Spaceport Alpha

By: Michael D. Frost
Narrated by: Jay Forrester
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Feeling lost — like you don’t belong? Searching for adventure, purpose, family?

Escape from Spaceport Alpha is the story you’ve been waiting for: a high-stakes, heart-pounding journey through the stars alongside misfits and dreamers—all searching for their place in the universe.

Navinder Takhari was just a boy when he was orphaned by the destruction of Earth. Haunted by loss, searching for meaning in the endless dark of space, Navi now drifts from one dead-end job to the next. But when he and his loyal, damaged crew crash-land on Janiko, they stumble upon a sinister government plot that changes their course forever.

A must-listen for maturing Marvel fans (Guardians of the Galaxy), Star Wars, Ender's Game, Maze Runner, Hitchikers Guide to the Galaxy and Ready Player One. If you’re ready to lose yourself in a galaxy of danger, found family, daring escapes, and unexpected hope… it’s time to board the Starship Ambassador. Welcome to Takhari.

Escape from Spaceport Alpha is the first instalment in the Takhari series, by breakthrough science fiction author, Michael D. Frost. Targeted at teen / YA audiences, this dystopian space opera is rooted in found-family values—with a few bar fights, big laughs and high-speed chases along the way.

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I didn’t know how this story would pan out, as it starts tragically and with strong emotions, but I’m excited to say that the mood lifts completely and it gives the reader ample action, humour and a light touch of romance.

If you like science fiction that is full of action and based on strong characters, this has it all! Although I feel this is more suitable for a YA audience, I did enjoy it as well as a lighter reading.

I listened to the audiobook, very well narrated by Jay Forrester, providing the listener with different accents and tones, helping the reader with all the various characters.

What stood out for me was the humour and the well balanced action and banter throughout, as well as the diverse array of characters. I felt a lot of influence from Star Wars, and especially the very first ones, which is good as I love the original Lucas’ ones.

If you like a short read/listen of soft sci-fi with plenty of action and fun, this first book in the series might be the one you’re looking for.

Thanks to the author and Zooloo’s Book Tours for the opportunity to listen to it and this is my honest opinion.

A great start to the series!

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This is my new favourite audiobook! Instantly a fan of Takhari, I would highly recommend.

Enthralling

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A fast-paced and fun adventure story with great characters and a flair for vivid visualisation.
The relationships between the characters are solid and believable, their motivations make sense and the plot is driven forward by believable devices - an important thing in sci-fi. I particularly liked the relationship between Takhari and the droid 'Ozzy'.

A rip-roaring space opera!

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I really enjoyed this book 😄 the production was fantastic, the story was really strong and there was constantly something going on. I had to listen to it all the way through and was gutted when it ended. The relationships between the characters and the way they interact was so funny in places, Kuma and Panko are delightful 🥰 Kudos!

Incredible - can’t wait for Volume 2!!

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Takhari - Escape From Spaceport Alpha
Michael D Frost

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This is definitely not my usual kind of read, but I loved the front cover as soon as I spotted it and thought it would be the perfect quick read audio (to help broaden my reading too!)

This set off at quite a pace and the action and adventure really didn't let up until the very last page.

Packed with intriguing characters ranging from human, robot and alien too, we really get a sense that this rag tag crew really do have each others backs.
I loved the dynamic between the crew members and the way that they all looked up to Navi as their captain.
There were some real personalities here and I loved the banter and humour within the narrative.

As well as the humour and fun, this also had everything you'd want from a high stakes space opera.
With crash landings, corrupt government officials, imprisoned colleagues, bar fights and explosions, there's so much going on and I was so engrossed that this flew by in no time.

I loved the writing style which set a great pace and atmosphere straight away and this kept me hooked throughout.
I didn't realise that this was a debut, it was just so well written.

I'm obviously not quite the target audience - but absolutely loved this one and can't wait to see what's in store for us in the next volume!

Not my usual genre to read - but I loved this and can't wait for book 2!!

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