2021 Dragon Award Nominee for Best Military Science Fiction

Sit in prison or join the military. The choice is yours.

Convicted of a minor traffic violation, Rev Pelletier is conscripted into the Perseus Union Marine Corps... for up to a thirty-year term of service. Anxious to get back to his civilian life and job, he opts for a shorter term as a Marine Raider, taking the fight to the enemy.

But with extremely high mortality rates, can he and his friends survive until their term of service is over?

Download Sentenced to War now to follow Rev through perilous battles as he fights to hold back the alien invasion. If you're a fan of Old Man's War, Starship Troopers, or Armor, you'll love this military scifi thrill ride.

Published
February 28, 2021
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Sentenced to War

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In a galaxy where survival is a brutal game and loyalty is often a matter of life or death, Sentenced to War thrusts readers into a high-octane universe where the lines between criminal and soldier blur beyond recognition.

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When a group of convicted criminals is given a second chance to fight for the future, they’re not just battling for redemption—they’re fighting for their very lives. The Sentenced to War series explores the grim realities of warfare through the eyes of outcasts who have little to lose, but everything to prove. Whether they’re facing ruthless enemies on the battlefield or grappling with the weight of their own pasts, every step forward could be their last.

With richly crafted worlds and intense military action, this series doesn’t just focus on the wars between factions—it delves deep into the complex lives of the men and women caught in the middle. The characters are never mere pawns in a larger strategy; they are flawed, driven, and determined to carve their own fates, even if it means defying the very system that sentenced them.

The stakes are high, the action relentless, and the camaraderie among these unlikely soldiers is what keeps them going, even when hope is all but lost. From heart-stopping battles to moments of raw vulnerability, the Sentenced to War series offers a unique blend of military sci-fi, personal growth, and the unyielding quest for freedom.

Set against the backdrop of intergalactic war, political intrigue, and complex moral dilemmas, this series is perfect for readers who enjoy stories where every choice carries consequences and the line between hero and villain is anything but clear. If you’re ready for a world where war is a constant and survival is earned, Sentenced to War invites you to join the fight.

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