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Space Marines
Americans have always romanticized space travel. We are a people who, good or bad, have ever had their eyes on the horizon, and when we conquered our own horizons, we turned to the horizon of space. We have elevated intrepid astronauts to the status of American heroes, and as a nation we mourned the loss of the crews of Apollo 1 , Challenger and Columbia . Astronauts, however, are not our only national heroes; they are preceded in that honor by the Marines. Marines have a credo, Semper Fidelis . It means “always faithful,” and Marines have honored that credo throughout our nation’s history. They have remained faithful to their mission, to their country, and to each other. It is easy to admire such men, which is why we so love stories about Marines; they embody the faith, nobility and honor to which we all aspire. In this volume of stories, the Marines were sent to space to do what Marines do. And some of them made it home to tell their stories and figure out what's next.
224 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 25, 2023
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About the author
M.C.A. Hogarth
145 books387 followersDaughter of two Cuban political exiles, M.C.A. Hogarth was born a foreigner in the American melting pot and has had a fascination for the gaps in cultures and the bridges that span them ever since. She has been many things—-web database architect, product manager, technical writer and massage therapist—-but is currently a full-time parent, artist, writer and anthropologist to aliens, both human and otherwise.
Her fiction has variously been recommended for a Nebula, a finalist for the Spectrum, placed on the secondary Tiptree reading list and chosen for two best-of anthologies; her art has appeared in RPGs, magazines and on book covers.
Her fiction has variously been recommended for a Nebula, a finalist for the Spectrum, placed on the secondary Tiptree reading list and chosen for two best-of anthologies; her art has appeared in RPGs, magazines and on book covers.
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April 30, 2023
Excellent space opera anthology
I would be happy to read any book based in the worlds of these stories. But I have favorites; I can't help loving Hogarth's Veterans, because no one dies, and there's a dog. Mines's story is a bit horrific and spooky, but Rex makes sure there's a happy ending (and there's another dog). Curtis's Ethan Fargo prequel is everything I hoped for, and I fell in love with Cain. Most of the stories involve combat, and so they have a body count and the associated loss of named characters. Several of the stories would be considered sci fi fantasy, since they involve a magical element. All of the stories, whether sad, happy, or thrilling, are excellent and a great read.
I would be happy to read any book based in the worlds of these stories. But I have favorites; I can't help loving Hogarth's Veterans, because no one dies, and there's a dog. Mines's story is a bit horrific and spooky, but Rex makes sure there's a happy ending (and there's another dog). Curtis's Ethan Fargo prequel is everything I hoped for, and I fell in love with Cain. Most of the stories involve combat, and so they have a body count and the associated loss of named characters. Several of the stories would be considered sci fi fantasy, since they involve a magical element. All of the stories, whether sad, happy, or thrilling, are excellent and a great read.
June 19, 2023
The Marines Are Here
The Marines have always been here! That is why there are so many stories about them. They are the heroes that will save the day and keep us safe.
So many authors use Marines as a subject to write about. Because people have a picture of what they look like, and what they do. The short stories in this book make for quick and easy reading.
The Marines have always been here! That is why there are so many stories about them. They are the heroes that will save the day and keep us safe.
So many authors use Marines as a subject to write about. Because people have a picture of what they look like, and what they do. The short stories in this book make for quick and easy reading.
April 29, 2023
Marines always make for good stories
A good mix of action and non action stories.
JL Curtis has the best action story. If you are needing only/wanting action might give this one a pass..
And just for fun..
https://youtu.be/t7bCOqDZpJA
A good mix of action and non action stories.
JL Curtis has the best action story. If you are needing only/wanting action might give this one a pass..
And just for fun..
https://youtu.be/t7bCOqDZpJA
July 12, 2023
Marines are very cool.
The stories are excellent and what's not to like about Marines killing aliens. It's a fun read perfect for those times when you don't want to do a deep dive into a novel.
The stories are excellent and what's not to like about Marines killing aliens. It's a fun read perfect for those times when you don't want to do a deep dive into a novel.
September 27, 2023
Space Marines is not GW, It is good.
A book of short stories about Marines in space. Surprisingly, all of the stories are good. Very good in fact. Not one poor story in the book, and all new. Recommend reading this book.
A book of short stories about Marines in space. Surprisingly, all of the stories are good. Very good in fact. Not one poor story in the book, and all new. Recommend reading this book.
May 1, 2023
Do it
Interesting stories. Reading this really took over my spare time. I even found an author here that I'm digging into.
Interesting stories. Reading this really took over my spare time. I even found an author here that I'm digging into.
May 2, 2023
Nice
Good read, very wide range / mix of stories with various levels of quality. Some are excellent and others are fair.
Good read, very wide range / mix of stories with various levels of quality. Some are excellent and others are fair.
May 8, 2023
Spaaaace Muhreeeens!
A really fun collection of short stories that I hope they continue with. I would really like to see some of these stories continue to develop. Recommended!
A really fun collection of short stories that I hope they continue with. I would really like to see some of these stories continue to develop. Recommended!
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October 6, 2023
Wow, that was good!
Some of the authors in this anthology were new to me, and my known favorites were as great as ever. All of the stories were good, some a little heartier.
Some of the authors in this anthology were new to me, and my known favorites were as great as ever. All of the stories were good, some a little heartier.
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