Grubane
Major Grubane is commander of the Aurikaa,
the most feared cruiser in the UFS arsenal.
His crew
is handpicked and fiercely loyal. Together, they have never failed a mission,
and their reputation precedes them.
But this
time he's been sent to a key planet that is caught up in political tensions at
the centre of the freedom debate. What he thought was a simple diplomatic
mission turns out to be the hardest choice of his career. His orders: eliminate
one million inhabitants of the planet, and ensure their compliance.
Grubane
has also rediscovered an ancient game called chess, and plays it against the
ship AI as a form of mental training. But maybe it could be more than that as
he finds himself asking questions. Can orders be reinterpreted? How many moves
ahead is it possible for one man to plan? And how many players are involved in
this game?
My Review
Grubane is another little novella set in the Lost Solace series. I have not read said series, but I did read Helene, which is book one in the Lost Tales of Solace novella set. And I rather enjoyed that one. Grubane follows a commander on a UFS ship as he discovers he may have to commit genocide to bring a planet to heel. Along with his AI, Aurikaa, Grubane will use his knowledge of chess to do things his own way. But will he succeed?
Lots of action, and full of twists. Even readers who haven't tackled the main series can read this novella and get a feel for the character of Grubane. Plus, who doesn't love unique AIs?
I'd recommend this novella to fans of the main series, or fans of sci-fi in general. It's definitely an interesting read.
3.5 stars.
Lots of action, and full of twists. Even readers who haven't tackled the main series can read this novella and get a feel for the character of Grubane. Plus, who doesn't love unique AIs?
I'd recommend this novella to fans of the main series, or fans of sci-fi in general. It's definitely an interesting read.
3.5 stars.
Author Bio –
Karl Drinkwater is originally from Manchester but lived in Wales for twenty
years, and now calls Scotland his home. He's a full-time author, edits fiction
for other writers, and was a professional librarian for over twenty-five years.
He has degrees in English, Classics, and Information Science.
He writes in multiple genres: his aim is always just to tell a good story.
Among his books you'll find elements of literary and contemporary fiction,
gritty urban, horror, suspense, paranormal, thriller, sci-fi, romance, social
commentary, and more. The end result is interesting and authentic characters,
clever and compelling plots, and believable worlds.
When he isn't writing he loves exercise, guitars, computer and board games, the
natural environment, animals, social justice, cake, and zombies. Not
necessarily in that order.
Social Media Links –
Website https://karldrinkwater.uk
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