Backyard Starship · #15

Constant Sorrow

Name: Constant Sorrow
Rating: 10 (1 reviews)

J.N. Chaney, Terry Maggert

Science Fiction Space Opera

10.0 / 10

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Humans have been in the stars far longer than Van originally thought, and they’ve been busy.

But not every visitor to or from Earth has good intentions, and the Peacemakers are faced with an uncomfortable reality. The Earth is about to meet aliens. Some of the aliens are bringing goods to trade. And among those items—are weapons.

When a secret cabal of humans who want to exploit the Earth is revealed, Van has to decide how and where to fight this threat. Along the way, he reveals a secret history that began in the Great War—and ends with mass chaos on his home planet.

Van won’t let that happen—at least not without a fight, and to hold back the gears of war, he’s going to need a lot of help. With Torina at his side, the crew faces a decision that will change the future of the stars themselves, and challenge the Guild, the Earth, and the Equal Grasp as the universe gets smaller with each contact between humans and aliens.

How can Van manage the clash, save earth, and deliver peace?

If he can, what will it cost him?

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Published: July 23, 2023

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Backyard Starship

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In a quiet corner of the universe, where most would never think to look, Van Tudor stumbles upon a discovery that will change everything. Beneath the familiar ground of his grandfather’s farm lies a hidden starship—an extraordinary vessel with a history as mysterious as the cosmos itself. As Van embarks on a journey across the stars, he quickly learns that the universe is far bigger, more dangerous, and infinitely more complex than he could have ever imagined.

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Backyard Starship invites readers into a universe where human ingenuity meets the unknown. The series stands apart with its deeply personal storytelling, blending the heart of space exploration with the pulse of military sci-fi. What begins as a simple adventure into the stars evolves into a tale of growth, resilience, and the unbreakable bonds formed between humans, AIs, and the technology that changes their world.

From the start, this series offers more than just high-tech battles and alien encounters. It's about Van, a man who's been thrust into a vast galaxy of challenges and moral dilemmas, and Perry, his combat-ready AI companion who is as loyal as she is unpredictable. Together, they navigate a universe filled with ruthless enemies, questionable alliances, and the kind of mysteries that could shake the foundations of reality itself.

The beauty of Backyard Starship lies in its world-building—rich, detailed, and immersive. Each book unfolds new layers of the galaxy, introducing a diverse array of characters and environments that feel alive and complex. From the tense corridors of alien starships to the quiet moments in the cockpit of a forgotten spacecraft, every setting is meticulously crafted to pull readers deeper into its world.

It’s not just the action and adventure that make this series special—it’s the exploration of what it means to discover your purpose in a universe that is constantly shifting. As Van and Perry evolve, so too does their understanding of themselves and the universe they inhabit. The stakes grow with each chapter, and the tension between loyalty, ambition, and survival creates an emotional depth that will linger long after the final page is turned.

Whether you’re drawn to gripping space battles, emotional character arcs, or intricate plots that twist with each turn, Backyard Starship offers something for every science fiction fan. With each new installment, the series continues to expand, taking readers on a journey that challenges not only their sense of adventure but their understanding of what it means to explore the unknown.