With his critically acclaimed military science fiction debut series, Dave Bara launched readers on a star-spanning journey of discovery, diplomacy, and danger.
The Lightship H.M.S. Impulse is gone, sacrificed in a battle against First Empire ships. And though the fragile galactic alliance has survived the unexpected invasion, the Union forces might not prove victorious against a full onslaught by this legendary enemy.
For Peter Cochrane, serving as an officer aboard his world's flagship, H.M.S. Starbound is a dream come true. Tasked with investigating a mysterious space station in a rediscovered star system, Peter and Starbound face a surprise attack by unknown forces and suffer terrible losses.
But there is no time to grieve or even regroup as Peter is thrust into a new crisis, a potential civil war on the Union world of Carinthia. Caught between his rank in the navy and his status as a royal heir, Peter is put on trial for the loss of Impulse, used as a political pawn as Carinthia stands on the brink of a devastating conflict. Peter escapes but faces the prospect of interstellar war when he learns of a possible alliance between the First Empire and Carinthia, a coalition which could tear the Union apart!
Industry Reviews
Praise for the Lightship Chronicles: "If you liked Star Trek Into Darkness, you'll like Dave Bara's Impulse." --Jack Campbell, New York Times bestselling author of the Lost Fleet series
"This guy is the next Jack Campbell; it's that good." --T. C. McCarthy, author of the Subterrene War series
"In Starbound, Bara manages to ramp up the depth and complexity of his world while retaining that sense of excitement, suspense, and adventure." --Barnes & Noble Sci Fi & Fantasy Blog
"This energetic m�lange of tried-and-true elements--futuristic jargon, military and romantic tactics, and multiple levels of skullduggery--easily grabs the reader's attention; more impressive is that Bara's story holds that attention all the way to the end." --Publishers Weekly
"The crew themselves prove to be wonderfully diverse.... There's always a human quirk to their dialogue that makes them feel far more alive. Impulse shows what J. J. Abrams could have done with [Star Trek] Into Darkness." --Starburst Magazine
"Impulse is an exciting space opera that fans of Star Trek will enjoy.... With plenty of suspense, drama, unique technology, and romance -- this sci-fi adventure has it all. I thoroughly enjoyed this romp through deep space from relatable characters to the clever plot." --SciFiChick
"A fun and engaging story. The protagonist comes across as relatable and believable.... Impulse is a winner for me." --SFF World
"Totally convincing space navy--check! Perfectly realized characters complete with depth and heroism--check! Plus, a fascinating story with an Ahab of a captain determined to complete his mission, and a fledgling lieutenant who comes into his own in the midst of interstellar conflict. Oh yeah: exploding spaceships--double check!" --Tony Daniel, national bestselling author of Guardian of Night
"Impulse is fun, fast, and proper science fiction, where the stakes are big and things matter because the characters matter. I enjoyed the hell out of this. Impulse should be an impulse buy." --Simon R. Green, bestselling author of the Deathstalker series
