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published
November 7th 2002
by Black Library
(first published 1999)
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Paperback, 320 pages
isbn
1841542687
(isbn13: 9781841542683)
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In the nightmare future of Warhammer 40,000, the galaxy-spanning Imperium is riven with dangers. In the Chaos-infested Sabbat system, Imperial Commiss…more
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Read in August, 2008
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Don't let the fact that this should be mass produced Warhammer 40k garbage throw you. Dan Abnett has a particular talent for this kind of story and a lot to offer even those of us who are not really into the 40k universe.
First and Only covers a major campaign in the Ghosts' history and is a good introduction to the Imperial Legions or whatever they are and how the various troop interactions work between the different companies that are harvested from different worlds. This book has...more
First and Only covers a major campaign in the Ghosts' history and is a good introduction to the Imperial Legions or whatever they are and how the various troop interactions work between the different companies that are harvested from different worlds. This book has...more
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If you like Warhammer, even if you don't, regardless, this book kicks off one of the best action/adventure series I have ever read. Massive battles, intrigue, honor and brotherhood under fire make this book, much like the rest of the series, outstanding.
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If you are interested in a good action packed space adventure, filled with army warfare then this series is for you.
This gives you a taste of the things to come from the Tanith First and Only....
This gives you a taste of the things to come from the Tanith First and Only....
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Read in February, 2008
The first in the series of Gaunt's Ghosts novels.
Commissar Ibram Gaunt is one of the most interesting characters in the Warhammer 40k setting.
Commissar Ibram Gaunt is one of the most interesting characters in the Warhammer 40k setting.
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Easy read, nothing to in depth or dynamic. Like ready a comic book...fun distraction.
Read in January, 2003
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