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The Lost Swarm
- Lost Starship, #11
- Narrated by: Mark Boyett
- Length: 12 hrs and 50 mins
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Summary
Star Watch stands guard over the Commonwealth, having defeated New Men, massed Swarm fleets and android attackers. The victories have cost lost ships, slain crews, and smashed star systems. The accumulated damage means that Star Watch now strains to keep order as political instability, increased space piracy and rebellions stretch the stellar organization to the limit.
Humanity desperately needs peace so Star Watch can rebuild and regroup.
Unfortunately, Lord Drakos is searching the Beyond for a splinter Swarm colony world. The New Man believes he is a Napoleon of the stars. But he needs a fleet to prove it. Intelligence thinks Drakos hopes to make a pact with Thrax Ti Ix, assembling a fleet of renegade New Men and hybrid Swarm creatures, a fleet that will attack humanity.
Plan A has Captain Maddox capturing Drakos before he can find Thrax. Plan B means Star Watch will have to risk sending a fleet into the Beyond.
For Maddox this is also a voyage of discovery, as he learns the identities of his mother and father.
The Lost Swarm is the 11th book in the Lost Starship Series.
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- Mr. William J. Moody
- 26-04-23
How many volumes?
The lost series as with many other series starts of very enjoyable and engaging, then as the volumes increase not only does it become difficult to find the next in line but you start to put all the individual episodes together and wonder why there had to be so many volumes. Alright, it is probably a financial thing but you can only push these things so far before the reader gets bored, even more so when the narrator is changed and the characters take on a completely different personality. All of the series I have read have been brilliant,enjoyable and entertaining. I become so engrossed in the stories that I don’t want to stop listening but then all of a sudden I do. These are all so good but please not so many volumes join a few together or shorten the series. I’m still following the lost series but for how much longer, I don’t know!
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- Ashley
- 17-08-23
A Journey Through an Expansive Universe: Exploring
Embarking on the eleventh chapter of the Lost Starship series, "The Lost Swarm," I'm reminded of the vastness of space exploration that Star Trek has championed. This series, like the iconic show, has led me through a universe teeming with battles, intrigue, and the resilient human spirit. However, as the volumes accumulate, I can't help but draw parallels between the two and contemplate the balance between depth and brevity.
Just as Star Trek ventured beyond the stars with a sense of purpose, the Lost Starship series has held me captive with its initial promise of engagement and adventure. Yet, similar to the challenges Star Trek occasionally faced with spin-offs and sequel series, this saga's expanding volume count has led to a search for subsequent installments. The desire to connect all the threads sometimes evokes questions about the necessity for a multitude of volumes. This sentiment is further amplified when changes in narration style create shifts in characters' voices and temperaments, evoking a sense of déjà vu from Star Trek's casting changes.
Undeniably, much like Star Trek's brilliance and entertainment, I've found immense satisfaction in the stories woven throughout this series. The immersion into the world of interstellar battles often sweeps me into a state where I'm reluctant to disengage. Yet, a peculiar transition occurs as I sense a sudden deceleration in momentum.
"Star Watch," reminiscent of Star Trek's Federation, valiantly safeguards the Commonwealth, demonstrating humanity's resilience against overwhelming odds. Victories are claimed, but not without heavy costs - lost ships, fallen comrades, and shattered celestial systems. As political turbulence, surging piracy, and uprisings threaten to undermine stability, parallels emerge with Star Trek's intergalactic struggles for peace.
Lord Drakos, akin to Star Trek's charismatic yet misguided characters, sets out on a quest for power. Seeking a splinter Swarm colony, Drakos aspires to unite an unorthodox fleet of renegade New Men and hybrid Swarm beings, poised to strike humanity. Echoing the themes of diplomacy versus conflict so intrinsic to Star Trek, Captain Maddox is tasked with halting this brewing threat. A plan unfolds to capture Drakos before his intentions align with enigmatic Thrax Ti Ix. In the event of Plan A's faltering, Star Watch faces the poignant choice of sending a fleet into the uncharted abyss known as the Beyond.
In the midst of tactical maneuvers and daring escapades, the narrative's strength lies in personal revelations. Maddox's journey unravels hidden truths about his origins, mirroring the self-discovery that often unfolded in Star Trek's character narratives.
In summary, "The Lost Swarm" keeps the interstellar adventure alive, evoking the spirit of exploration that Star Trek championed. However, like its counterpart, the series faces a balancing act between expansion and depth. This cosmic voyage offers readers glimpses of brilliance while inviting reflections on narrative scale and continuity. As this saga navigates its course, my hope is for a trajectory that mirrors the enduring legacy of exploration and camaraderie exemplified by Star Trek.
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