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The fall of Union (Rise of the Union Book 1) https://www.amazon.com/fall-Union-Rise-Book-ebook/dp/B06W9J7XJY/
The secrets of Mars (Rise of the Union Book 2) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06X9MJK14/
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The fall of Union (Rise of the Union Book 1)
https://www.amazon.com/fall-Union-Rise-Book-ebook/dp/B06W9J7XJY/
Mutiny in the skies (Rise of the Union Book 2)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06X9MJK14/
Just got this review of a novella today on Amazon and I'm honestly buzzing. This is why I enjoy writing. I also don't think the book is much longer than this review lol. It's a review of my second novella (in a series), a near-future soft sci-fi setting. You can get the first book here for $0.99/€0.99/£0.99 though I regularly put them on free giveaways.
>5.0 out of 5 stars
>Could not stop reading!
>ByiArtichokeuon 12 July 2017
>Verified Purchase
>Ah Ryder, we hear of your stories once again. After reading the first book, I just had to read the second right away. Though I do admit I stalled a bit on this book waiting on Prime Day to come so I can order a discounted Paperwhite. But, I failed. I did my best, but could not stop reading. At first I read very slowly, then… lets just say I read 60% of the book yesterday and finished it. Also, my Paperwhite is still on its way. I was too drawn in, and I could not hold back my urge to read this.
>I wanted answers after reading the first book. I wanted to know more about the Xenos. I needed to know more about Ryder. I had to know who survives. The first book leaves you hanging there, wanting to know more. Hence why I binge read.
>Differing from the first, the second takes place in space and Mars. A variety of characters are introduced, and with these new varieties, comes friends and foes. To be honest, Ryder tends to judge harshly. He seems to dislike people, more than he likes them. Just give him a drink, and leave him alone. Most of the time he is correct though, when it comes to judging people. Initially, he came across as grumpy, but it’s more along the lines of instinct. Not everyone he dislikes is an enemy though. I think some characters from the first book may grow on him.
>If I am to write about any of the additional characters (and there are many), I have to talk about Jansen. Though his name should be changed to Mr. Smartypants. He is my favorite in this series. A very lovable character he is indeed. I actually favor him over Ryder now. Just don’t tell Ryder that. The combination of him and Ryder in a group is fearsome. Ryder has a sense of instinct that he follows. It works for him. Gets him out of situations that others would cower to. Jansen on the other hand goes by intellect. If Ryder is unable to do something, Jansen will have already figured it out. Vise versa.
>It’s taking me a bit to get used to the other characters in Ryder’s unit. Actually, I tend to forget who they even are. Even up until the end of book two. Hopefully I will get to know about them more as time goes by. Also, I lack knowledge of the military ranking system. Commander, Lieutenant, Major, etc.. I will have to do some research. As I read, Jansen just grew on me. The other characters just gave the feeling of… team fodder? Which I don’t particularly mind. Just as long as it’s not Jansen. The Xenos are also spoken of many times. You will learn tons of information about them, as well as some sympathy.
>Niall McGrath once again got my imagination going with his battle scenes. His writing style is also unique in the way that he will describe things that aren’t human like, but you will clearly picture what it is. Detailed descriptions; yet getting to the point, makes it easy to understand. The book however, had less battling than book one. Not that that is a bad thing, as I actually enjoyed book two more than the first. Niall McGrath’s writing style is good at making you wait in anticipation. What had made me binge read the second book was because of this reason. Without going into spoilers, those of you who have already read the story, all I can say is… RYDER KNOWS JANSEN! Niall, man. Brilliantly played. Loved that part. I had actually laughed out loud and yelled “HAHAHA, WHAT?! BUSTED.” I caught on right away.
>When it comes to the Xenos, many humans will hate them. But as a reader, I could not help but feel sympathy towards them. I’m sure some of you will also feel this way. You will learn some of their history, and what makes them what they are today.
>Great read, and I hope others look into this series. I’m enjoying it very much. Interested where the story goes in book three.