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A. C. Hadfield (Author), Alexander Cendese (Narrator), Audible Studios (Publisher)

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A legendary enemy attacks....

Galactic peace is threatened....

Unless one man can find and stop the Atlantis ship.

Carson Mach, a former war hero turned freelancer, seeks the biggest payday of his life when he's tasked to hunt down a ghost ship that has echoed through the centuries. The legendary Atlantis ship has become a reality, appearing at the Commonwealth frontier and obliterating an orbital station.

Facing a lack of resources, a ragtag crew, and aliens who want him dead, Mach must use all his leadership skills and experience if he's to beat the overwhelming odds. His mission will take him across the galaxy and to uncharted dark areas of space.

Failure to stop the Atlantis ship will mean not only the death of Mach and his crew but the end of the Commonwealth and all of humanity. Somehow Mach must find a way to solve an ancient mystery if he's to succeed where everyone else before him has failed.

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7 hours and 36 minutes
Author

A. C. Hadfield
Narrator

Alexander Cendese
Audible release date

September 1, 2015
Language

English
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Audible Studios
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B011D93FU8
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Unabridged
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Listening Length	7 hours and 36 minutes
Author	A. C. Hadfield
Narrator	Alexander Cendese
Whispersync for Voice	Ready
Audible.com Release Date	September 01, 2015
Publisher	Audible Studios
Program Type	Audiobook
Version	Unabridged
Language	English
ASIN	B011D93FU8
Best Sellers Rank	#243,460 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals) #3,592 in Space Opera Science Fiction (Audible Books & Originals) #4,257 in Adventure Science Fiction #7,881 in Classic Literature (Audible Books & Originals)

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J. S. Bowers

Debut Novel? Missing some things. Strong in action

Reviewed in the United States on October 8, 2020

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If this is a debut novel it’s a reasonable start. I’m not a fiction writer (married one) but I know the effort it takes to write (I’ve written technical works) . Read every day and have read for 60 years; story telling is a difficult balance between finishing something and getting it “right.”
The main reason for the story was a little vague and the characters were inconsistent over the span of the story. MC was shown as a “bad boy” (kid sitting in the back of the school room, throwing spit wads) yet tasked with a critical mission by high military official. MC succeeded almost by accident. (Things and people in crew just worked out for him rather than by his planning and actions. He made no plans, acted by the seat of the pants.) Then that military official magically gets to the head of the government and pulls strings for the MC.
The action scenes were interesting but not very logical. Some Shock and Aw but again depended upon “things just working” for the MC.

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J. Sierra

A decent start.

Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2017

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Let me start with: this isn't a bad book. Not at all. It's not the greatest and it's not the worst. In fact it's better than average. Definitely worth a read of you're into the adventures of a band of rogue misfits in space that also happen to be the best at what they do. I love those kinds of books, but it's also in a sense one of the flaws of this book.

The editor should probably be beaten for letting some of the awkward phrasing and grammatical errors get by. There are entire sentences that don't make sense, but for the most part you get the gist of it and 90% of the writing flows along mostly well.

The characters are great, more or less developed, and charming in their own way. I appreciated the efforts to create an anti-hero in the protagonist but those efforts were abandoned in favor of keeping the reader's opinions about the crew clear. Still, I definitely enjoyed discovering them even as they seemed a little familiar... And I didn't mind it.

The premise, the plot, the story... Nothing super innovative here but it works as a yarn, somewhat jumpy, a little rushed, faintly formulaic, the kind of story you don't mind reading but aren't exactly surprised by. So there's that: no surprises here but also, no disappointment either.

It's a decent start. Good enough to be enjoyable and good enough that I'll read the next one in hopes that the author will continue to develop and grow. I encourage any and all to give this book a try.

To the author: worry less about labeling things that don't matter. For example, the brand and model of the Kill-o-matic Instakill 2000 blaster. It's slightly reminiscent of Harry Harrison and his Bill the Galactic Hero series, but those were clearly intended as tongue in cheek. Keep it simple and concentrate on what they're doing and why. It's the future, after all. That being said, good job with this one, and I'm looking forward to the next one. Keep up the good work!

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SpacedMom

Great book. It's complex and plotted well. It's dark and yet hopeful with a dose of suspense thrown in for good measure!

Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2015

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I really enjoyed this book, though it was a little more dark as the book progressed. Initially, we find that the story is really two stories running parallel to each other, both impacting the other at certain points, driving towards a surprising ending. With the beginning scenes, we're introduced to Carson Mach, a hard drinking, hard living ex-soldier who is hiding out, and enjoying life skimming and scamming the system. While reading this part of the book, I thought perhaps the initial scenes with the Atlantis ship would provide us with a "cowboy" like romp through space with Mach. But it didn't take long for the darker, more sinister side of the story to begin to unfold.

The second arch of the story is what is happening in the admiralty, the politicos, and the back rooms of this part of the universe. Activities, actions, and plans that are at first confusing, and then truly evil appear. As they work their way out, we don't know who to trust, or what the agenda is for anyone. Neither group is aware of what is happening with the others' world until late in the book, and then, the true nefarious side of things comes out at the end.

As the book progresses, Mach starts out as a somewhat drunken, shady character, but as the action unfolds, we see more and more of his true character come out. He is a principled man, who thinks outside of the box, and is loyal to his motley crew to a fault. These traits unfold in a series of events, each one more dangerous and action packed than the last! Initially, his crew are flawed individuals, with pasts that are questionable at best. But each one finds their lives meshing into a workable, cohesive unit, even those who have worked together before. They find new things about themselves, and about each other.

Not a hard science book, The Atlantis Ship none-the-less has plenty of science that it uses - worm hole science, different drives, ion cannons, and lasers, but it doesn't overly depend on the details of any of these things. That allows the book to move along at a fast pace, giving the reader just enough information to make it plausible.

In the end, there is a sense of unfinishness about the book that is intentional because of the sequel value of the story. It just doesn't sit well that the second arch, with the politicians, isn't finished in a kinder, gentler way - but then, when do politicians take the high road?

There is a dark side to this affair, and unfinished business that the Atlantis Ship sets up; a coming war that they'll all face. But, with the ship in repair, the crew in repair, and the captain's story up in the air, all we can do is keep coming back to make sure that this rag-tag group can find their way. Great book.

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M Burks

Mobey Dick+ classic space opera =Atlantis ship

Reviewed in the United States on September 27, 2015

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Wow. This book took me by surprise. When I first got into it I didn't like the main character at all. He came off as the usual cliched do-no-bad but subtle edgy good guy we've seen a million times before. However, the more the book goes on the more the MC is fleshed out and becomes an individual and not just a cardboard cut out big chin hero. The relationship with the other characters also made the story well rounded and complete.

Why I didn't give the story a full 5****s is manly due to the ending. The way the protagonists stopped the main threat was pretty much rushed and handwaved in a
way. But other than that, the book is solid with a twists near the end that I honestly didn't see coming.

All in all, any true fan of space opera or just wanting a great escape in a well crafted futuristic universe will enjoy this sci fi a lot. Anyone looking for any hard sci fi won't find much here, though nevertheless, it's rich with characters and full of action.

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Dave & Linda

A smashing read makes you feel as if you are there

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 15, 2021

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When I started reading this book about Carson mech I did not know enough about him but as I got in to it I could not stop reading I felt as if I was part of the credit took me 3 late nights to finish I am waiting to start the next adventure you must read the books I am sure you will enjoy them

William J. Fox

Finding Atlantis

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 7, 2015

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An exciting novel about a type of first contact but one which has been going on for many years. Hadfield has developed a range of interesting characters and has set them up for a series. I particularly liked the way he brought the characters into the story and that, despite their great need, they were not given the best of everything to complete their difficult task. If anything they had their hands tied behind their backs to a certain extent. However, the reason for their problems does become apparent and is dealt with eventually. A brilliant and compelling start to a series.

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S. Pentney

Woof woof. Yes, I read this even though the plot was familiar still worth 5 though

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 15, 2015

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Woof woof. Starting this, I realised the plot was a little formulaic. Even so, I began to get into the book and ignoring some of the work, found myself enjoying the characters. It is worth the read so if it is a rainy day, try this. Woof woof

Craig Mathieson

A really good read

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 30, 2015

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I can heartily recommend The Atlantis Ship and I've already ordered the sequel; that should tell you all you need to know. Great characters, the promise of more to come as we get to know them better, a great story set in a fascinating universe. I defy you not to find something you really enjoy about this book.

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If only they could sing,what an opera this would be.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 24, 2019

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I have really enjoyed this book, I might even be willing to pay good money for part two if it gets written. Well worth reading.

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