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The Shadow Order: A Space Opera (The Shadow Order - The Complete Series Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Michael Robertson (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.1 out of 5 stars 1,579 ratings
In a fight, Seb is unbeatable. But in this galaxy, there are a million ways to lose…

Seb Zodo has never backed down from a fist fight. After all, he’s been gifted with powers that make losing impossible. But lately, Seb’s gift seems more like a curse…

Seb’s fearlessness leads to stupid decisions, short-lived jobs, and unwanted attention in dangerous places. In a desperate bid at a fresh start, Seb swears off fighting. But it may be too late…

When a run-in with an electrifying thief and the head of a shadowy organization sends his life spiraling out of control, Seb has no choice left but to go down swinging…

The Shadow Order is the first book in a series of fast-paced space opera adventures. If you like bold characters, planet-hopping, and edge-of-your-seat action, then you’ll love Michael Robertson’s thrilling series starter.

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  1. Book 1 of 8
    The Shadow Order - The Complete Series
  2. Print length
    233 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publication date
    April 23, 2016
  5. File size
    4.0 MB
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If there's a problem in the galaxy no one else can fix, the Shadow Order get a call.

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On their own, they're formidable ...

As a team, they're unstoppable.

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The Shadow Order: A fast-paced space opera epic.

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When their goals begin to clash with their morals, they start asking questions. Who are they really working for? What’s the link between the seemingly unrelated missions? Are they the bad guys? Do they even want to know?

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01EPTM89W
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Phalanx Press
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 23, 2016
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 4.0 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 233 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 1 of 8 ‏ : ‎ The Shadow Order - The Complete Series
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.1 out of 5 stars 1,579 ratings

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Michael Robertson is a writer of dark post-apocalyptic fiction, horror, and science fiction. He's been writing for over fifteen years and has been published in several anthologies and magazines, as well as being published by HarperCollins.

As a father of two young children, he writes when he can, which is mostly before they get up and after they've gone to bed.

He loves reading, writing, watching movies and spending time with his family.

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Customers find the book engaging with a good plot that keeps their attention throughout. The writing is well-edited with good descriptions, and the story features interestingly developed characters and fast-paced action with plenty of fights. They appreciate the adventure elements, particularly the fun ride through the Black Hole, and consider it a good start to the series.

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151 customers mention "Readability"136 positive15 negative

Customers find the book easy to read, with a good plot that keeps attention and is very intriguing.

"A very good start to the series and for an author's first book!..." Read more

"...The story itself was short and concise. Really to the point (and the point was to get to the next story I believe)...." Read more

"...big fan of the Expanse, so I decided to give this a try and it was a great book...." Read more

"...I found this to be lively and entertaining. The ending actually surprised me (that doesn't happen often) that I did NOT see coming...." Read more

40 customers mention "Character development"32 positive8 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, finding them interestingly developed and easy to identify.

"...Seb is a very likable character in a very unlikeable way...." Read more

"...Interesting characters you can actually care about and twist at the end that just hits all the right notes...." Read more

"...but it sure is nice to read one that is just about good character development and plot." Read more

"...The author has skills and I shall look for his work in the future. I have only read the first work, so I have no review for the rest of the series." Read more

27 customers mention "Writing quality"27 positive0 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book, noting its well-edited text and imaginative SF style with good descriptions.

"...I found the writing to be very crisp and without any obvious errors - there were a few situations where the Author repeated himself across a few..." Read more

"...The story itself was short and concise. Really to the point (and the point was to get to the next story I believe)...." Read more

"...Well-detailed, fast paced, very cinematic. - Had a very visual Star Wars inspired feel, especially with aliens. - Interesting environments...." Read more

"...Crafting a rich and expansive story with environments so rich you can immerse yourself in a space opera like no other...." Read more

22 customers mention "Pacing"18 positive4 negative

Customers appreciate the book's pacing, describing it as fast-paced and easy to read.

"The Good - Great action scenes. Well-detailed, fast paced, very cinematic. -..." Read more

"...Don't look for hard science because it isn't. Enjoyable and fast paced. I will read the next book in this series without reservation." Read more

"...me of some old sci-fic I read (pulp) back in the 70's, good quality, fast paced, brain candy." Read more

"Not a bad fast paced spacey...." Read more

14 customers mention "Action content"14 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the action content of the book, particularly the detailed fight scenes, with one customer highlighting the interesting backstory involving humanity.

"...Loved the use of odd weather. - I liked the backstory involving humanity and what it meant for the protagonist. -..." Read more

"It is interesting, well paced and while I can usually go thru a half dozen books like this in a week, this one made me slow down and pay..." Read more

"...Interesting concept and very interesting perspective on human history. Ready for book 2." Read more

"Interesting different perspective on future galaxy. Alas, no light sabers or cinnamon bun princesses, but a different take on space opera. Enjoy!" Read more

10 customers mention "Start"10 positive0 negative

Customers like the start of the series, describing it as a good beginning to a space opera.

"This is a good start to a space opera series...." Read more

"Good read. Fast action a d well thought out plot. Great way to set up series. Looking forward to the next book." Read more

"Interesting start for series. I can not wait to continue reading about the adventures of Seth and sparks as they continue there journey." Read more

"Started well, great action and backstory diving right into the character’s motives for what they are doing. Then no further development, just action...." Read more

7 customers mention "Adventure"7 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the adventure in the book, particularly appreciating the fun ride through the Black Hole, with one customer noting the interesting environments and another describing it as a wild ride.

"...Interesting environments. Loved the use of odd weather. -..." Read more

"...The characters like all of his work are unique and memorable. Seb and Sparks make an unlikely but very entertaining team...." Read more

"A fast and fun ride through the Black Hole. I am just starting to get into Space Opera's and I am so glad I picked up the one...." Read more

"...read, the characters draw you into their world and keep you there for a wild ride. It was very hard to put the book down at all!" Read more

5 customers mention "Attention span"5 positive0 negative

Customers say the book kept their attention throughout.

"...From then until the surprising twist at the end, the book had my attention." Read more

"...dozen books like this in a week, this one made me slow down and pay attention, I'm not entranced, like with Heinlein, but I'm enjoying the read." Read more

"This was a quick and fun read. It kept my attention throughout the entire book. Looking forward to the next book in the series" Read more

"...It kept my attention throughout the story." Read more

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  • Regnir
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great start!
    Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2016
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    A very good start to the series and for an author's first book! I found the writing to be very crisp and without any obvious errors - there were a few situations where the Author repeated himself across a few paragraphs, however with experience and editing I'm sure that will go away - that being said, it didn't detract from the story at all.

    The only complaint I have with the book is that it feels Novella length, and isn't particularly deep. This first book felt like an all out sprint as events unfolded one after another, and I would encourage the author to take his time with the follow up books to explain more of the setting that he's developed and to go into more depth in his writing (and perhaps explain why Seb can do what he does, or why everyone in the universe seems to have a glass jaw).

    All in all, you'll enjoy this book and be interested for the next installment!
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  • Brian
    4.0 out of 5 stars A Sci-Fi Mystery Thriller, if that's a thing
    Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2017
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    I can tell you this honestly, I didn't expect the ending that this book had. It's not that I didn't see it coming, I should have the entire time -- but I really didn't. I didn't read much of the synopsis before buying this. I knew of Michael Robertson from other series and other books in my TBR pile. I saw the price (free for kindle) and the price for the audiobook (I believe it was $1.99) can't be beat. I picked it up quickly and dove into it just as fast.

    The Shadow Order is about second chances. Sometimes we don't get the ones we think we deserve and other times we feel like we're given a second chance with almost no reason. Seb is a very likable character in a very unlikeable way. He's hated by almost everyone he comes across, even his own father is starting to dislike him a little bit, or at least disliking who he's becoming.

    The story itself was short and concise. Really to the point (and the point was to get to the next story I believe). A lot of times when an author does that -- it makes the "prequel" or the intro book boring and unreadable. Robertson definitely writes an interesting and fun tale.

    If you're a science fiction fan, there are tons of races, back story, and overall planet jumping here for you. If you like old school mysteries, Seb tries to solve a mystery himself. And if you're a thriller fan -- this book has a lot of elements reminiscent of a lot of the good thrillers I've read. So, there's something for a lot of readers here. There are even a few heartwarming moments that will lift your heart if you're feeling down.

    Overall, The Shadow Order was an unexpectedly good book. I say that with the most honest intentions. I really didn't know what to expect, and I ended up enjoying it. I will definitely be checking out the next book in this series.
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  • lordrahvin
    3.0 out of 5 stars Overall good read but with a YA feel. Could benefit from additional editing
    Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2018
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    The Good
    - Great action scenes. Well-detailed, fast paced, very cinematic.
    - Had a very visual Star Wars inspired feel, especially with aliens.
    - Interesting environments. Loved the use of odd weather.
    - I liked the backstory involving humanity and what it meant for the protagonist.
    - Couldn't put the book down once it got going (about 1/3 in)
    - The main character is flawed enough to be interesting. You know he's usually going to the right thing, but he messes up a lot too and is tempted by selfishness.

    The Bad
    - Had a very boring and non space-opera feel for first 30% of book.
    - I had trouble accepting a basic premise of the story: that the main character could confidently resolve ALL fights, regardless of circumstance, with one punch.
    - No major plot arc. Reads like a fantasy travel-adventure but without a quest of any kind. The main characters are young, have no goal, and are completely reactionary. There's no moment where they make a choice and set out to accomplish something beyond moment-to-moment survival.
    - The most significant character change and proactive choice of the protagonist happens "off-camera" during a time jump between two chapters.

    The Ugly
    - A few minor spelling and formatting issues, but not too many.
    - The protagonist's behavior, overall theme, and narrator's use of modern slang seemed juvenile and may "draw aggro".
    - The repetitious use of mixed metaphors were sharp enough to slice bread. If only the book's editor could cut so well.
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  • Jordan
    5.0 out of 5 stars Couldn't put it down.
    Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2022
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    I have read "The Alpha Plague" Series by Michael Robertson and that was great, so I decided to see what else he had. I am a big fan of the Expanse, so I decided to give this a try and it was a great book. If I wasn't already started on another series I would definitely by the next book, and probably all the rest as well. I read the entire book in about 4 days because I just couldn't stop reading it. Great read for anyone who likes futuristic space travel books.
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  • Max S. Cañez
    4.0 out of 5 stars Action, and humor at a fast pace, surprised me.
    Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2017
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    Okay, this is the first of a series but can stand alone, but you won't want it to. Yes, maybe some details on how the characters can do what they needs some elaboration but only a purist will complain. I found this to be lively and entertaining. The ending actually surprised me (that doesn't happen often) that I did NOT see coming. I will definitely keep reading this series and this is worth your time. I feel like I just found my way out of a dark, unlit locked house and got the door open. So now, there is a world of opportunities and I am eager to read the next in this series.
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  • Dillon
    5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely Fantastic
    Reviewed in the United States on August 6, 2017
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    I came to this book and didn't expect much, but I'm pleased to say that I was absolutely sucked in by this novel. Crafting a rich and expansive story with environments so rich you can immerse yourself in a space opera like no other. Interesting characters you can actually care about and twist at the end that just hits all the right notes. I'm extremely excited to continue on with this series and will be recommending it to all my friends. Well worth the read.
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  • Javieroff
    4.0 out of 5 stars FUN
    Reviewed in Spain on March 22, 2021
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    Full of action and great character development. Really fun reading. The only fault is its intrductory role , to be overcome in tnhe next ones.
    I am starting now with the second.
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  • Victor M
    5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome read would totally recommend
    Reviewed in Germany on November 19, 2020
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    Fast paced, action packed, not heavy on the sci-fi.
    All in all a really enjoyable light read.
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  • Mandy
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in India on May 18, 2018
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    an engaging read. 5 stars
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  • J.Wood
    5.0 out of 5 stars Rollicking adventure
    Reviewed in Canada on June 9, 2020
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    Little bit. Indiana Jones. Some Pirates of the Caribbean. And a bit of Mission Impossible. Alto of fun and very quick moving
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  • billyrubine
    5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect
    Reviewed in France on January 30, 2020
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    Although the author is not really know I really loved this book and read all of 8 books currently available , it’s a thrilling experience .
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