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Vigilance
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The stirring third novel in The Fractal Series which began with the much lauded Fearless and Resilient hard SF masterpieces.
“Stroud raises fascinating questions about the politics of space exploration.”– Publisher’s Weekly
In the aftermath of Phobos Station’s destruction, sinister forces fight to control humanity’s fragile first steps in colonizing other worlds. There are competing agendas at work. Some seek to overthrow the Corporations and Governments, others just want to see everything burn.
In the midst of it all, Captain Ellisa Shann and her crew are fighting to survive and to unlock the secrets of a mysterious and ancient alien ship.
Vigilance is the third novel in the epic science fiction story that began with Fearless and continued with Resilient. What new revelations await in the ongoing Fractal Series?
FLAME TREE PRESS is the new fiction imprint of Flame Tree Publishing. Launched in 2018 the list brings together brilliant new authors and the more established; the award winners, and exciting, original voices.
“Stroud raises fascinating questions about the politics of space exploration.”– Publisher’s Weekly
In the aftermath of Phobos Station’s destruction, sinister forces fight to control humanity’s fragile first steps in colonizing other worlds. There are competing agendas at work. Some seek to overthrow the Corporations and Governments, others just want to see everything burn.
In the midst of it all, Captain Ellisa Shann and her crew are fighting to survive and to unlock the secrets of a mysterious and ancient alien ship.
Vigilance is the third novel in the epic science fiction story that began with Fearless and continued with Resilient. What new revelations await in the ongoing Fractal Series?
FLAME TREE PRESS is the new fiction imprint of Flame Tree Publishing. Launched in 2018 the list brings together brilliant new authors and the more established; the award winners, and exciting, original voices.
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“The epic conclusion to The Fractal Series is here, and Vigilance brings it all together with heart-pounding action, thrilling revelations, and more zero-g chaos!
Picking up after the destruction of Phobos Station, Vigilance throws us right back into the fire. Sinister forces are vying for control over humanity’s fragile foothold in space, with corporations, governments, and rogue factions all pushing their own dangerous agendas. Some want to change the system, while others just want to watch it burn.
At the heart of it all is our fearless (pun intended) Captain Ellisa Shann and her crew, who are not only trying to survive but also uncover the mysteries of an ancient alien ship. And let’s just say—the stakes have never been higher.
What I Loved:
* Action-Packed Finale: From the first page, Vigilance grabs you and doesn’t let go. Space battles, corporate intrigue, and alien secrets all collide in a thrilling, fast-paced ride.
* Ellisa Shann, as always!: She’s been through the wringer, but Ellisa’s resilience and determination shine even brighter in this final chapter. She’s not just fighting for survival—she’s fighting for the future of humanity.
* Big Revelations: The mysteries built up in Fearless and Resilient finally pay off, and trust me, some of these twists will leave your jaw on the floor.”
About Allen Stroud
Allen Stroud is an acclaimed science fiction writer, academic and former Chair of the British Science Fiction Association. He’s the author of the highly-regarded space opera Fearless and the official Elite: Dangerous tie-in Lave Revolution. Allen also works on game design, roleplaying games, short stories, and screenwriting. His soundtrack The Fractal Series complements the Fearless universe blending story and music for fans of plausible science fiction, Alastair Reynolds, and Arthur C. Clarke.
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