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Ep.#2.14 - "A Line in the Sand" (The Frontiers Saga - Part 2: Rogue Castes Book 14) by [Ryk Brown]

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Book 14 of 15: The Frontiers Saga - Part 2: Rogue Castes

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Episode 2.14

An enemy lashing out in desperation…
An alliance poised to expand…
A new fleet of ships to help them…
A covert mission to get answers…

The Dusahn Empire has been contained for the moment. But there is much work to be done in order to keep them from reasserting their dominance over the Pentaurus sector. As much as Captain Scott wants to see the Empire destroyed, he may have no choice but to find a way to coexist with them.

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Ryk Brown was born in 1960 and raised on an overdose of television, NASA, and science fiction. He has worked as a cook, rock guitarist, stage lighting technician, and paramedic. He currently resides in Northern California with his wife, daughter, and cat.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B088X4CLXQ
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Frontiers Saga Publishing Inc (May 19, 2020)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 19, 2020
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 2608 KB
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Ryk Brown is the author of the Frontiers Saga series. A former California native, Ryk now resides in Texas, working full-time as a writer.

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Silver Surfer

Same fight different ship

Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2020

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I used to like these stories and read them as soon as they would come out, I have all the books up to this one. What I have noticed is the repetitive nature of the author to build up the Alliance, go to war, lose half to almost all of their ships and personnel and then start the entire process again, kinda depressing and rarely any happy endings. It's always the same, hey guys lets get this new technology and install it on these old ships and build our fleet up and then go to war. Key characters that you get used to and start liking get killed off and it's always the same guys that do all of the dangerous stuff. I'm sure the author can come up with more people to spread out all these risky missions, you know like the red shirt guys on Star Trek. The guys that you've never seen before and they get killed off at the start of the show. The Frontier series started off great but it looks to me like it's run its course. Unless they finally kick some butt and then have to take on a new threat like a new alien army, it's pretty predictable reading and very discouraging, It seems like they can never get ahead, always treading water. So sorry to say that this is my last book I will read of the Frontier Saga.

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Mike NemethTop Contributor: Photography

Going home can be costly

Reviewed in the United States on July 22, 2020

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Ryk Brown consistently produces some of the best science fiction in the business. However, he's chosen to stick with one cast of characters and a chronological storyline. Case in point, "A Line in the Sand." The subtitle says it all, "The Frontiers Saga Part 2 Rogue Castes No. 14." At this point his protagonist, who has died and been resurrected once, continues his quest to make the universe free of tyranny. Capt. Nathan Scott won the last round with the Dusahn, but his alliance of rebels is wounded. They need resources, and that means convincing worlds that are either former members of the Dusahn sphere of influence or independents to join them. As usual, Brown spins up what's required to build up the fleet, figure out how to defend their existing allies and draw in either new technology or another edge. Scott chooses to seek out the corporate-run planet that produces some of the best products used in defense and space travel. The world supports Scott's Karuzari but needs a return on investment. Scott understands that true self determination comes from economic independence. That means everybody must pay their own way. Safety does create opportunity. The climax is what long-time readers expect. Brown builds the plot steadily. He doesn't make it easy. This may be one of the more real in the series. And he doesn't get to the reason for the title until the very end. Expect the next chapter to really be a blast.

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Bittersweet War is Hell

Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2020

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We lose one of our dearest characters in this episode. We wondered when these daring young men might tempt fate just once too many. In addition we lose another small player in a brittle reality check. Personally if this character really understood the stakes they would not have volunteered and Jessi a should have made the facts clear . Anthony wasnt ready to accept the fate handed out but realized it ha d to happen. Personally It was wrong. What should be done is rid earth of this scourge that has become a military tyrant. Half of earth is ready. The new commer gave Nathon the answer. He cant let it sit. If he can sacrifice a friend then he can sacrifice his sister if need be. He did the right thing in dealing the shame cease fire. He needs to go on the attack on 2 fronts earth and the Dushane. I hope the author sees there is a bit of weriness setting in that cant be sustained. He has also set up the Tech world for attack. They have the means but not the will except for a bunch of young kids/adults that could save them but are not supported. Nathon ax a military mind must realize he needs to protect this resource, it doesnt seem he does nor are his advisors giving him any advice about this vulnerability. We gave the book 5 stars but it's close we dont agree with sacrificing one to save many. You go down this path where does it end? No you except the consequence of a breach and attack you opponents weaknesses. One unnecessary loss is a loss to many.

Reviewed in the United States on June 8, 2020

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I have gave every book in this series 5 stars up to this one. Just couldn't do it this time. Full of filler and Ryk thinks he is George RR Martin. Kills characters just for the hell of it, without it doing anything for the story line. ..killing off Loki was just asinine. Done with this series.

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M Strong

Good Penultimate to Volume 2

Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2020

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This was a good read. When I started the novel, I wasn't sure I was going to like the way the story was going to turn out. OTOH as the novel progressed it was better and better. In particular, the ending showed me that Nathan understood what he had to do and in this case, unlike the ending to part 1, I agreed with him. Nathan does return to Earth and I am curious to see how many threads will be resolved in the final chapter of this part. I recommend this book but it doesn't truly stand alone. You need to have read the volumes before.

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Tad Crisp

This is a good book

Reviewed in the United States on July 28, 2020

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The only frustrating thing about a long series of books is that it takes forever for things to be resolved. Like in others of this series, the whole book is a non-stop action drama taking only several weeks from start to finish. On the one hand, I am very much looking forward to the next book, but, I also would like for the bad guy to be finally dealt with and it to grow on to the next phase. This is an excellent series, and I am looking forward to the next installment.

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Frank

Repetitious

Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2020

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Although I’ve enjoyed this series from the beginning I’ve noticed that the past few episodes are just rehashes of the same old story line. Main character or characters go on fool hardy mission, wind up in dire trouble against overwhelming odds and are miraculously saved - again.
Gloom and doom pervades throughout the story where it used to be exciting and upbeat. In short it’s probably time to conclude this series with the inevitable saving of the universe, all bad guys conquered and everybody lives happily ever after.

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Peter V.

I've enjoyed the series until...

Reviewed in the United States on October 7, 2020

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This book was a bit of a let down. I finished it last night and I was shocked to find myself on the last page. I read on a kindle so it not quite so obvious when you're getting to the end.

The series is starting to suffer from the too strong main character and trying to create a worthy bad guy. Weapons and technology have become to powerful for a a reasonable plot.

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Geek

I’m getting tired and exhausted

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 7, 2020

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After 14 books I’m now just wanting it to end. Yes they are a good romp and a captivating read but how many near misses and tragedy’s can there be left in this convoluting saga. This reader is nearer the end than the Dushan empire or the Jung or the many more optional routes this story can go. Please let it end.

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MJF

Yet another well written episode in the series

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 23, 2020

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This book follows on seamlessly from the previous book. It is well written and easy to read (although I will need to re-read it to pick up the fine details I may have missed on the first pass).

I will not comment on the storyline as it would by neccessity have to include spoilers, but suffice it to say it will pull at the emotions in places.

Keep up the good work Ryk.

wildgoose

Drawn out

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 6, 2020

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More or less the same plot through the last 6 books. I have kept faith with the author, but almost feel like I have been robbed every time I purchased the next book. Earlier books were so much more value for money. Purely a filler episode made up with discarded bits from the other 13 episodes. I have reached the stage of cheering on the Dushan, end the series with a catastrophic explosion and start fresh please.

longjohn

As usual a very good read.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 14, 2020

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The losses are mounting and the story is developing into a very interesting read. I am looking forward to the next adventure of the crew.

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Excellent

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 5, 2020

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Excellent as ever, love the characters and their relationship between each other, love the humour, looking forward to the next instalment.