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The Aternien Wars #2
Enemy Within
The Aternien invasion of the Union has begun, but Master Commander Carter Rose is still without a functional warship, or a full crew. He needs both if he’s to stand any chance of thwarting the god king’s plans.
Frustrated by his inability to act, Rose takes matters into his owns hands, and travels to the occupied planet of Terra 6 to find his Master Operator, a key member of his crew, now at grave risk.
But there is far more to the invasion that Rose has been led to believe. The Aterniens have a new bioweapon, and Terra 6 is their testing ground.
However, the thousands of Aternien Immortals laying siege to the planet aren’t Rose’s only problem. The Acolytes of Aternus are looking for him, led by Damien Morrow, a former Master Commander who turned his coat and joined the Aternien cause.
Can Rose find his crewman and stop the bioweapon before it’s too late? Once again, the fates of millions rests in his superhuman hands.
Enemy Within is book #2 of the Aternien Wars series, an epic blend of space opera and militaristic sci-fi following an elite crew of augmented officers fighting a post-human enemy styled on the myths of ancient Egypt.
Frustrated by his inability to act, Rose takes matters into his owns hands, and travels to the occupied planet of Terra 6 to find his Master Operator, a key member of his crew, now at grave risk.
But there is far more to the invasion that Rose has been led to believe. The Aterniens have a new bioweapon, and Terra 6 is their testing ground.
However, the thousands of Aternien Immortals laying siege to the planet aren’t Rose’s only problem. The Acolytes of Aternus are looking for him, led by Damien Morrow, a former Master Commander who turned his coat and joined the Aternien cause.
Can Rose find his crewman and stop the bioweapon before it’s too late? Once again, the fates of millions rests in his superhuman hands.
Enemy Within is book #2 of the Aternien Wars series, an epic blend of space opera and militaristic sci-fi following an elite crew of augmented officers fighting a post-human enemy styled on the myths of ancient Egypt.
- GenresScience Fiction
362 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 9, 2023
261 people are currently reading
40 people want to read
About the author
G.J. Ogden
85 books117 followersG J Ogden is a proud recipient of the Kindle Storyteller Award and has written over 50 books that have garnered over 15,000 5-star ratings. When he’s not writing, G J Ogden is usually getting whooped in games of Warhammer 40K by his son. Unless he’s playing Adepta Sororitas, then he wins.
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Displaying 1 - 21 of 21 reviews
April 24, 2024
Honestly? Not that bad, I felt like it was better written than the last one. However, there were still a number of grammatical errors throughout, and the author has yet to give us any idea of the actual scale of the conflict, which for a series about a galactic total war, is pretty important.
As I said, it was an improvement, but not enough to move it up to a 4. Regardless, I am enjoying the story. The interaction between Carter and Carina has really carried this series so far
As I said, it was an improvement, but not enough to move it up to a 4. Regardless, I am enjoying the story. The interaction between Carter and Carina has really carried this series so far
October 4, 2023
The basic story premise is still good, and there is plenty of action, even if it is a bit repetitive.
I would consider giving this 4 stars, if there weren’t so many grammatical and editing mistakes. It appears that the author is self-publishing these, but for Pete’s sake, have someone proofread the manuscript before you submit it! For an author that has 30+ books, I would expect better.
I would consider giving this 4 stars, if there weren’t so many grammatical and editing mistakes. It appears that the author is self-publishing these, but for Pete’s sake, have someone proofread the manuscript before you submit it! For an author that has 30+ books, I would expect better.
November 11, 2023
Machines or humans?
The title reveals the main essence of this whole series whether the machines should take over or do human being survive. Commander rose and the rest Of the battalions The human race has a chance But it's a slim 1. The author has put together All the humor and all the love that can be expressed between 2 people.
The title reveals the main essence of this whole series whether the machines should take over or do human being survive. Commander rose and the rest Of the battalions The human race has a chance But it's a slim 1. The author has put together All the humor and all the love that can be expressed between 2 people.
August 18, 2024
The saga continues in fight against the Aternians
This space saga will appeal to those who like Star Wars and Terminator sagas of humanity and superhuman bioengineered officers fighting against the impossible. The second novel in series maintains the excitement level of the first. I streamed this book thru Kindle Unlimited.
This space saga will appeal to those who like Star Wars and Terminator sagas of humanity and superhuman bioengineered officers fighting against the impossible. The second novel in series maintains the excitement level of the first. I streamed this book thru Kindle Unlimited.
November 27, 2023
The first book was good enough, but the second started to be boring. The same unnecessary sword fights of superhuman it's not a plot it's absence of the plot. Wasn't able to finish and it's rare situation for me.
June 15, 2024
Captivating military scifi
Excellent character development and intriguing speculation about technological developments, particularly medical applications to augment human capabilities. The book would benefit from more careful editng.
Excellent character development and intriguing speculation about technological developments, particularly medical applications to augment human capabilities. The book would benefit from more careful editng.
July 10, 2024
Loving these books
Love the characters, they’re very well written and very likeable. I can’t believe how gullible and stupid humans have become and I’m beginning to wonder if they deserve to win.
Love the characters, they’re very well written and very likeable. I can’t believe how gullible and stupid humans have become and I’m beginning to wonder if they deserve to win.
July 15, 2024
Keeps up the zippy pace of the first book. I am engrossed and moving on to the next book in the series. My only complaint is the spelling and grammatical errors. I know it has something to do with transitioning to Kindle format but irritating nonetheless.
October 18, 2024
Moves slowly
I like the characters but the story moves slowly. There may be too much detail included in some places in the book. I want to know how the author chooses to complete the story, however I am concerned that the remaining books will move at the same slow pace.
I like the characters but the story moves slowly. There may be too much detail included in some places in the book. I want to know how the author chooses to complete the story, however I am concerned that the remaining books will move at the same slow pace.
January 30, 2025
Sequel every bit as good as the first
Great read, non stop action and great dialogue. Scene setting very effective and reading is effortless. Characterization and background very believable. Highly recommended.
Great read, non stop action and great dialogue. Scene setting very effective and reading is effortless. Characterization and background very believable. Highly recommended.
July 15, 2023
Military Adult science fiction
I got this e-book from amazon with kindle unlimited.
I got this e-book from amazon with kindle unlimited.
July 19, 2023
I need more of the series!
Thank you G.J. Ogden for the series that has made my summer reading exciting and fun and I'm already wanting more. A fan!
Thank you G.J. Ogden for the series that has made my summer reading exciting and fun and I'm already wanting more. A fan!
September 15, 2023
GREAT READ
The characters are a great mess of unique individuals, both human and enhanced. There is a LOT of action throughout this adventure. It was hard to put down.
The characters are a great mess of unique individuals, both human and enhanced. There is a LOT of action throughout this adventure. It was hard to put down.
September 22, 2023
Once again, a great read
A very good story, and hard to put down. I look forward to the next one.
I hope you enjoy it too.
A very good story, and hard to put down. I look forward to the next one.
I hope you enjoy it too.
October 1, 2023
The second book in this very entertaining mix of military SF and space opera. Carter, Carina and the others are fun to follow.
October 19, 2023
Not as good as the first one; don't know. if I will continue to read the series.
January 15, 2024
Goodread
Starts with pace and finished with pace( or should I say space ). Looking forward to the next book immensely.
Starts with pace and finished with pace( or should I say space ). Looking forward to the next book immensely.
June 24, 2024
Another installment of rollicking space/military action. Carter keeps taking a licking and keeps on ticking!
March 13, 2025
Great follow up to the first novel in the series. I highly recommend this book.
August 20, 2025
Enemy Within
G J Ogden
very interesting tail that makes the reader want for more! Can not wait for the next I can not wait for the next book!
G J Ogden
very interesting tail that makes the reader want for more! Can not wait for the next I can not wait for the next book!
September 12, 2023
It’s an interesting plot, but I found myself wishing he’d try something other than smash through the wall and murder everyone. I suppose it works for him but it’s very repetitive.
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