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Fleet of Knives: An Embers of War Novel
- The Embers of War Series, Book 2
- Narrated by: Nicol Zanzarella, Amy Landon, Soneela Nankani, Natasha Soudek, Joe Hempel
- Length: 9 hrs and 50 mins
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Summary
From award-winning author Gareth L. Powell comes the second book in the critically acclaimed Embers of War space opera series.
The former warship Trouble Dog and her crew of misfits is called upon by the House of Reclamation to investigate a distress call from the human starship the Lucy's Ghost. Her crew abandon their crippled ship and seek refuge aboard an abandoned, slower-than-light generation ship launched 10,000 years before by an alien race. However, the enormous ship contains deadly secrets of its own.
Recovered war criminal Ona Sudak faces a firing squad for her actions in the Archipelago War. But, at the last moment, she is smuggled out of her high-security prison. The Marble Armada has called for her to accompany its ships as observer and liaison as it spreads itself across the human Generality, enforcing the peace at all costs. The alien ships will not tolerate resistance, and all dissenters are met with overwhelming and implacable force. Then her vessel intercepts messages from the House of Reclamation and decides the Trouble Dog has a capacity for violence which cannot be allowed to endure.
As the Trouble Dog and her crew fight to save the crew of the Lucy's Ghost, the ship finds herself caught between chaotic alien monsters on one side and, on the other, destruction at the hands of the Marble Armada.
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- Bookworm Pete
- 17-10-22
Good follow up
I enjoyed the first story 'Embers of War' but didn't like the narration. On 'Fleet of Knives' the narration has improved and the story is a great continuation though like many 2nd books in a trilogy leaves the ended very much open ready for the third book.
There are a few problems, some of the dialogue is a bit corny while the behaviour and attitude of the characters in places can seem more like teenagers than the older worldly people their meant to be.
There are some great twists which I didn't see coming while it asks the question of who is truly trustworthy. Really looking forward to the next one, though as I have the paperback will be reading it.
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- Pip
- 19-08-19
Gripping Yarn
Second in the series that deepens the characters. I'm looking forward to listening to book 3.
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- Sarah
- 31-07-19
Great follow up to Embers of War!
If you enjoyed the first book you'll enjoy more time aboard the Trouble Dog. Multiple narrators still works great for the flow and character point of views, and they all do pretty good impressions of each other when required. A very enjoyable listen.
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- mrs S
- 27-05-22
As strong as the first book in the series
I am looking forward to the next book in this series. This book followed on from the first with great characters and impossible situations. It was such an enjoyable listen. All the characters including the aliens are three dimensional. The situations they find themselves in are complex and lethal.
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- DENNIS
- 09-11-19
GOOD FOLLOW UP TO FIRST BOOK
ENJOYED THE FOLLOW UP TO THE EXCELLENT FIRST BOOK,ALTHOUGH I THOUGHT IT WAS DRAWN OUT A LITTLE WITH FILLER,HOPING THE THIRD PART IS AS GOOD AS THE FIRST.
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- Gabi Everett
- 06-11-22
Strong performances
I enjoyed listening to the second book, but didn’t find it as good as the first one. The performances are still very strong but the writing is a bit repetitive at times. Looking forward to diving into the finale!
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- Nick
- 27-03-24
Rollicking good fun
Great performances from all the narrators, and good character development from the first novel. A great ride notwithstanding some pretty serious plot holes and leaps of faith. If you’re happy to just go with it then you’ll have a fine time.
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- Elmamaria
- 06-04-19
A good 2nd part
Not as gripping as the embers of war but a really great telling of how a supposed altruistic decision can quickly turn into tyranny. Still enjoying the development of the characters and the storyline! Can’t wait for the 3rd.
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- JGE
- 25-02-19
A great Sci-fi novel
Not as good as the first book, but still thought it was a good read. Look forward to the next book.
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- R. Maines
- 17-10-21
Trouble Dog is the best
Not much to say other than this is a fun continuation of the series as stakes are raised and the true nature of the Fleet of Knives is revealed.
Narration was well done.
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