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trish204's review against another edition
4.0
This was the first of the Odyssey One books that had the starship ODYSSEUS going out into the Black (last time wasn't really scheduled and only a "small" foray).
The war in Sol is over (for now), the humans are rebuilding what they can, cross-breeding alien (Priminae as well as Drasin) with terran science and engineering, not only in their ships but also for the construction of a Dyson construct of a small sort. Weston is now Commodore and has his own, plus two other of the truly big starships together with a number of smaller cruisers under his command. Not sure it was a good idea to name one of the big ships BOUDICA if the enemy calls itself THE EMPIRE though. *lol* I mean, that woman did kick ass of a sort, but it still didn't end well for her.
Anyway, Weston and his small fleet are heading out, supposed to visit the Priminae central planet and then patrol space a bit more, explore, possibly find out about the enemy whatever they can since Earth needs time to build defenses and an even bigger fleet in case the enemy comes to our system again - but of course it all goes to hell very quickly.
Thus, a pretty cool space battle (not in Sol, thank goodness) ensues once again, highlighting the different culture of all three races as well as showing off the new technology and a very interesting development about it on at least one of the big Earth ships. Highlighting the importance of the recon missions on both sides was also very neat.
The action is solid, Currie has more than enough experience by now, but 83% of the book was one and the same battle - not a planetary battle like we had in two of the former books where the annihilation of an entire species was possible, but "just" a battle between one fleet and another with a little bit of piracy thrown in. That was a bit much, even for me (especially considering how it was drawn out at first and as soon as the hand-to-hand fight started, the scene was cut short and we hit the epilogue). That was a bit disappointing because especially after finally knowing the Big Bad, I had hoped for more.
Nevertheless, this was a fun and solid new part to a truly great series.
This was also the first time I listened to an audio version of one of Currie's books and while it wasn't the best I have listened to so far, it was done well, too.
The war in Sol is over (for now), the humans are rebuilding what they can, cross-breeding alien (Priminae as well as Drasin) with terran science and engineering, not only in their ships but also for the construction of a Dyson construct of a small sort. Weston is now Commodore and has his own, plus two other of the truly big starships together with a number of smaller cruisers under his command. Not sure it was a good idea to name one of the big ships BOUDICA if the enemy calls itself THE EMPIRE though. *lol* I mean, that woman did kick ass of a sort, but it still didn't end well for her.
Anyway, Weston and his small fleet are heading out, supposed to visit the Priminae central planet and then patrol space a bit more, explore, possibly find out about the enemy whatever they can since Earth needs time to build defenses and an even bigger fleet in case the enemy comes to our system again - but of course it all goes to hell very quickly.
Thus, a pretty cool space battle (not in Sol, thank goodness) ensues once again, highlighting the different culture of all three races as well as showing off the new technology and a very interesting development about it on at least one of the big Earth ships. Highlighting the importance of the recon missions on both sides was also very neat.
The action is solid, Currie has more than enough experience by now, but 83% of the book was one and the same battle - not a planetary battle like we had in two of the former books where the annihilation of an entire species was possible, but "just" a battle between one fleet and another with a little bit of piracy thrown in. That was a bit much, even for me (especially considering how it was drawn out at first and as soon as the hand-to-hand fight started, the scene was cut short and we hit the epilogue). That was a bit disappointing because especially after finally knowing the Big Bad, I had hoped for more.
Nevertheless, this was a fun and solid new part to a truly great series.
This was also the first time I listened to an audio version of one of Currie's books and while it wasn't the best I have listened to so far, it was done well, too.
mpeterke's review against another edition
5.0
I have been experimenting with different genres and authors and returned to military sci-fi and this saga in particular after more than 2 years. It feels like an old comfy armchair. I snapped back into the storyline immediately and felt at home. The action is still quite fast-paced and I still care about the characters, which is a lot to say after 6 books in a series.
5-stars.
5-stars.
mattpoll's review against another edition
4.0
The book was well written, but felt like I was only seeing one part of the story. Most of the book drills in on one event (a battle) in its multiple stages. As much as I enjoyed the writing, I don't feel like it really moved things along. Also was not thrilled with the ending and the introduction of a new character / influence.
What makes this all better is that Book 7 is coming fairly quickly in 2018. I'm hoping that Evan is going to make Book 6 worth it as a ramp up to more adventure!
What makes this all better is that Book 7 is coming fairly quickly in 2018. I'm hoping that Evan is going to make Book 6 worth it as a ramp up to more adventure!
midwinter's review against another edition
3.0
One giant space battle with some brief episodes of infantry combat. Not bad but not stellar either. Looking forward to some story development in the next book and maybe some more background into Misrem, that unlucky fleet commander that keeps running into the Terran Black Navy.
vailynst's review against another edition
3.0
Notes:
3.5 Stars
One gigantic fight. Well, that damn ending. OK BOOK 7! I'm off!
3.5 Stars
One gigantic fight. Well, that damn ending. OK BOOK 7! I'm off!
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