It’s hard to believe it’s been over a decade since I first dove into the original Lost Fleet series. I’m not entirely sure why I waited so long to pick up Dreadnaught (The Lost Fleet: Beyond the Frontier, #1), but here we are, and I’m glad to be back.Dreadnaught (The Lost Fleet: Beyond the Frontier, #1) kicks off a brand-new, distinct sequence. At first glance, it feels like a slight shift in tone from the previous novels. That shouldn't come as a shock, though, considering the original arc drop...

The first half of Dreadnaught (The Lost Fleet: Beyond the Frontier, #1) by Jack Campbell is a bit of a slog, bogged down by endless political maneuvering both inside and outside the fleet. However, once the new First Fleet finally gets moving, the story picks up significant momentum. I still really appreciate how Campbell sticks to realistic physics rather than relying on sci-fi magic—aside from the jump points, of course. It’s refreshing that communications are limited by the speed of light and...

Geary and the Fleet are back. With the war between the Syndicate and the Alliance finally over (thanks to Geary), our hero is hoping he can finally catch some R&R. Unfortunately, forces are at work that are pushing him back into the far reaches of space. True, the war between the two human states is over, but the Syndicate worlds are descending into chaos, with many star systems proclaiming their independence while the Syndicate central government tries to maintain control. And, not to be overlo...

Originally published at Fantasy Literature: http://www.fantasyliterature.com/reviews/dreadnaught/ Warning: Contains spoilers for Jack Campbell’s original The Lost Fleet series. Dreadnaught (The Lost Fleet: Beyond the Frontier, #1) is the first book in Jack Campbell’s new series, but let’s be honest: it’s really just book seven of The Lost Fleet. While you don’t strictly have to read the previous six books, doing so definitely helps. The story picks up shortly after the events of Victorious, t...

This is an excellent read. I’ve seen a few readers claim that the "Beyond the Frontier" series doesn't quite measure up to the original "Lost Fleet" books. Well, that might be true in some ways, I suppose. It really depends on what you’re looking for when you pick up a book. It’s true that there isn't as much non-stop action here as we saw in the first series. Those massive fleet-wide space battles aren't as frequent (though we do get some intense conflict with the "alien" race, mostly in the fi...

I fell in love with Jack Campbell's original "The Lost Fleet" series and knew as soon as it wrapped up that I’d have to dive into "Dreadnaught (The Lost Fleet: Beyond the Frontier, #1)" the moment it hit the shelves. As it turns out, I didn't actually get the chance to start the new series until just last week.Much like his previous work, once I cracked open this sci-fi military book, I simply couldn't put it down. It is absolute page-turner material and arguably the best of the genre.So, what d...

For a military sci-fi action novel, Dreadnaught (The Lost Fleet: Beyond the Frontier, #1) by Jack Campbell had far too much dialogue. I really think the author could have used more action and 'show, don't tell' moments to move the story along. That said, the ending was genuinely exciting, which bumped up my rating. I find myself actually looking forward to the next installment in this series now.

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The first installment of the "The Lost Fleet: Beyond the Frontier" series. Unfortunately, the ending feels quite abrupt and leaves the crisis unresolved. I really hate when that happens. The story picks up about a month after the conclusion of the original "The Lost Fleet" series. Admiral Geary is now a newlywed to Captain Desjani, but they barely get a moment of marital bliss before he is summoned before the Alliance Grand Council. The politicians have a fresh assignment for Geary and his loya...

Blackjack Geary has successfully defeated the Syndic forces and brought an end to a hundred-year war through a mix of sharp wits, sound tactics, strategic planning, and a bit of dumb luck. However, in the process, he has managed to make an enemy of the civilian government. They are so paranoid about the possibility of a military coup that they have zeroed in on Blackjack as a direct threat to their power. Their solution? After realizing that arresting him would likely trigger the very coup they ...

Okay, I know I skipped the last three volumes of the original Lost Fleet series. Maybe I’ll go back and post some lengthier reviews later, but for now, I’m pressing onwards. If you haven’t read the first Lost Fleet series, be aware that there will be some spoilers for that arc in this review. The mere fact that there is a second series is, on some level, a spoiler in and of itself. So, if you’ve just started reading the series or intend to, consider yourself warned!At the end of the previous sag...