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The Crucible

The Ember War, Book 8

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The Crucible

By: Richard Fox
Narrated by: Luke Daniels
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The Xaros broke against Earth's defenses, but the war may be lost.

The alien ships of former allies rule Earth's skies, threatening to obliterate cities and turn the planet into a barren wasteland if humanity refuses their demands.

With their backs to the wall, the scattered crew of the Breitenfeld must work together to foil the enemy's plan before time runs out.

The path to freedom leads through The Crucible.

©2016 Richard Fox (P)2017 Podium Publishing Fantasy Fiction Military Science Fiction Space Opera War
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I have read quite a few military sc-fi genre but never enjoyed them much. This series brought me back and loved it. Love how author is able to engage without having to resort to cheap cliches and lazy writing. Can’t wait to read… ahem listen to book nine.
Good on you Mr Fox and kudos to the narrator(s).

Too good

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Coming together well. The problems facing the characters don't feel overtly contrived and the voice acting of Luke Daniels seems to have settled down a bit. Mostly solid performance and a story that I am invested in and eager to hear more from.

Solid Story

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I have listened to this series with great excitement and thoroughly enjoyed them all and can't wait for book 9. If your looking for a good listen, that has excitement, drama and great story telling, then this is for you.

Immersed!

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Really entertainming story, complicated enough but not mind bending. Just a coffee and listen.

I just can't get enough of those marines.

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