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Steel World

Undying Mercenaries, Book 1

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Steel World

By: B. V. Larson
Narrated by: Mark Boyett
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In the twentieth century Earth sent probes, transmissions and welcoming messages to the stars. Unfortunately, someone noticed. The Galactics arrived with their battle fleet in 2052. Rather than being exterminated under a barrage of hell-burners, Earth joined their vast Empire. Swearing allegiance to our distant alien overlords wasn't the only requirement for survival. We also had to have something of value to trade, something that neighboring planets would pay their hard-earned credits to buy. As most of the local worlds were too civilized to have a proper army, the only valuable service Earth could provide came in the form of soldiers…someone had to do their dirty work for them, their fighting and dying.

I, James McGill, was born in 2099 on the fringe of the galaxy. When Hegemony Financial denied my loan applications, I was kicked out of the university and I turned to the stars. My first campaign involved the invasion of a mineral-rich planet called Cancri-9, better known as Steel World. The attack didn't go well, and now Earth has entered a grim struggle for survival. Humanity's mercenary legions go to war in Steel World, best-selling author B. V. Larson's latest science fiction novel.

©2013 B. V. Larson (P)2013 Audible, Inc. Fantasy Hard Science Fiction Science Fiction Space Opera Fiction Military Survival Solar System Interstellar

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Really good story the plot seems to be aimed at generation of gamers ie respawning in real life and the mental strain this process creates.

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What made the experience of listening to Steel World the most enjoyable?

Some people have all the luck. James McGill has the worst luck which lands him in awkward positions frequently, yet he also has the best luck to get through all those situations. The story is exciting and has interesting technologies that are not the standard fare.

What did you like best about this story?

There was never a dull moment. When the setting changes from active battle to quiet social engagements there is nothing lacking in the detail. Nothing that happens around McGill is ever boring.

Which character – as performed by Mark Boyett – was your favourite?

Many characters are great but McGill is one of those who has more flaws than most, but he has a the essential traits that make you want him as your friend. This was my first story performed by Mark Boyett, but he has become my favorite performer and his name will influence my future choices.

Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

There are many amusing things in the story which are primarily due to McGill's reaction to his peers, superior officers or even the enemy. The funniest bits are his blunders with women.

Any additional comments?

This entire series is one of my favorites. I was sorry to finish all that was available and when book 6 appeared it was the first one I bought before release.

The most fun I've had in space

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it kept me glued to the story throughout. it's good to hear different ideas about our future

good read

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Awsome series!
Narrator did an amazing job, really found it easy to follow and get into.

Binged all the books one after the other.

Love the series

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Where does Steel World rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Really enjoyed this tale of Galactic mess ups

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Most definitely

Any additional comments?

Love listening to Mark Boyett's narration

easy listening

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great book looking forward to the next books liked the story I would recommend it to everyone

love it

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A slightly different perspective on a space opera. Characters lacked depth. I look forward to seeing how the series develops.

Interesting start.

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A great book. I’m very glad I started listening and I’m excited to start the next book! Great writing, story and performance!

Dust World here I come!

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I love this book series, it's engaging from start to end
this book series is full of humor and Combat fighting intrigues and much much More.
I can really recommend this Book, you will be engage in the strange World of Galactica aliens

B.V Larsons best book series in my opinion

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STARSHIP TROOPERS WITH LIZARDS,AND A TWIST,WELL WRITTEN,BELIEVABLE CHARACTERS,GOOD NARRATION,JUST LACKS THAT SOMETHING EXTRA.DON'T THINK I SHALL READ THE NEXT ONE.

GOOD WELL BALANCED STORY BUT NOT EXCEPTIONAL.

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