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Remember the Starfighter
The war rages on. The enemy is consuming all intelligent life throughout the galaxy. And to stop them, the stars may have to die.
Enter Julian Nverson, a disgraced pilot reactivated to fight in a conflict humanity lost long ago. He joins the remnants of mankind, in the midst of another invasion, another exodus, when billions of lives have already been swept away.
Perhaps the end is inevitable. But Julian won't be alone in his fight. Forces that were formerly dead, forgotten or trapped will converge together, all in the hopes of freeing the galaxy once and for all.
Enter Julian Nverson, a disgraced pilot reactivated to fight in a conflict humanity lost long ago. He joins the remnants of mankind, in the midst of another invasion, another exodus, when billions of lives have already been swept away.
Perhaps the end is inevitable. But Julian won't be alone in his fight. Forces that were formerly dead, forgotten or trapped will converge together, all in the hopes of freeing the galaxy once and for all.
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562 pages, Paperback
First published July 6, 2015
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November 18, 2023
There's hints of potential here, but it needed a good editor and proofreader.
Stilted dialog and descriptions, random time/location jumps, and some typos took me out of what could have been a good story. I just can't do that for pushing 600 pages. Made it about 100 pages in before I decided to throw in the towel.
Stilted dialog and descriptions, random time/location jumps, and some typos took me out of what could have been a good story. I just can't do that for pushing 600 pages. Made it about 100 pages in before I decided to throw in the towel.
August 20, 2017
There was a decent idea behind this book but the execution really let it down. Clumsy writing, in bad need of an editor. I think it could have been a great book but it just wasn't capable. I won't be continuing the series.
August 24, 2023
A fantastic adventure
I started reading the story not knowing what to expect only to find that it held everything I could have possibly needed from a science fiction tale. It has the adventure, drama and action that everyone craves for when finding an escape.
The characters are more than enjoyable. With the length of the book, you're able to not only enjoy reading them but you come to understand them. You know them.
The voiceless villains, though prominent and ever threatening, aren't the only evil that the characters must contend with as they try to rid the galaxy of the Endervars.
An amazing book and I look forward to following up with the second.
I started reading the story not knowing what to expect only to find that it held everything I could have possibly needed from a science fiction tale. It has the adventure, drama and action that everyone craves for when finding an escape.
The characters are more than enjoyable. With the length of the book, you're able to not only enjoy reading them but you come to understand them. You know them.
The voiceless villains, though prominent and ever threatening, aren't the only evil that the characters must contend with as they try to rid the galaxy of the Endervars.
An amazing book and I look forward to following up with the second.
August 5, 2015
This is a very great example of why I read science fiction books. You can do just about anything in them and there’s just about no limit to what you characters can do. I like that. It gives authors a blank page upon which to describe entire galaxies and what is happening in them. This book does most of that and more. It describes our galaxy under attack by a ruthless enemy of which we know nothing about. They are relentless in their attacks and destruction of every star system they visit. They not only destroy any resistance found in those star systems, but they also encase the very planets with an impenetrable shield allowing nothing in and nothing out.
The forces fighting against this enemy do not know what is happening to the billions of people that have been encased on these planets. They do know that they cannot contact them or even know if they are still alive. Earth has already been conquered. Fortunately, numerous colonization vessels left the planet and the solar system a long time ago and are now trying to prevent their new systems from falling before this unknown and undefeatable enemy.
There has to be a hero some where in this book and there is. He’s a StarFighter although he’s not what you would expect. He also gets help from a very surprising source, Earth. I liked the story very, very much. While it is a dark read, the StarFighter has his periods of doubts, and even his surprising ally has her dark moments, so this is not a “happy” story. The writing is done very well and the story flows pretty quick. Lots of action and lots of aliens and mysterious science going on all around.
There were a few too many missing words that are due to the lack of close editing. Words like “the”, “and”, “or”, and other connectors are missing in many paragraphs. I’ve read worse but a little better editing would be called for in future books. This one doesn’t lead to a series but as it’s own story it was very, very good.
The forces fighting against this enemy do not know what is happening to the billions of people that have been encased on these planets. They do know that they cannot contact them or even know if they are still alive. Earth has already been conquered. Fortunately, numerous colonization vessels left the planet and the solar system a long time ago and are now trying to prevent their new systems from falling before this unknown and undefeatable enemy.
There has to be a hero some where in this book and there is. He’s a StarFighter although he’s not what you would expect. He also gets help from a very surprising source, Earth. I liked the story very, very much. While it is a dark read, the StarFighter has his periods of doubts, and even his surprising ally has her dark moments, so this is not a “happy” story. The writing is done very well and the story flows pretty quick. Lots of action and lots of aliens and mysterious science going on all around.
There were a few too many missing words that are due to the lack of close editing. Words like “the”, “and”, “or”, and other connectors are missing in many paragraphs. I’ve read worse but a little better editing would be called for in future books. This one doesn’t lead to a series but as it’s own story it was very, very good.
June 17, 2016
I will say that as an avid lover of science fiction and fantasy that the only fault I could truly find with the book was the length and few awkward phrasings. I think that it would have been better to be 2 - 300 page books because readers get wore down with looking for the ending. The story pace is steady but there was the getting to know the universe created time period that slows the reader down. The author is inventive with various races, galaxies and of course space ships. The characters are lively and the dialogue is authentic. Julian struggles to survive and face the ghosts of his past. He is humble, straightforward type of person that a reader can find relatable.
I liked that at the end it was semi-happy ending with Julian being reunited with his sister and neices. I think it was a nice touch to add in an otherwise dark, intense inter galactic battle with aliens. The reader also gets the opportunity to see the personal growth of Julian as he battles physically and emotionally. War in any format is usually doubly hard for survivors. They fight the enemy and their guilt of not being able to save others. Overall, good read for anyone who loves science fiction and interstellar space adventures.
I liked that at the end it was semi-happy ending with Julian being reunited with his sister and neices. I think it was a nice touch to add in an otherwise dark, intense inter galactic battle with aliens. The reader also gets the opportunity to see the personal growth of Julian as he battles physically and emotionally. War in any format is usually doubly hard for survivors. They fight the enemy and their guilt of not being able to save others. Overall, good read for anyone who loves science fiction and interstellar space adventures.
July 25, 2015
Extraordinarily good space opera
I rarely read 600 page books from first-time authors. However this book begins so well I had a very hard time putting it down. I'm not one for fluffy reviews , but I highly recommend reading this book . I intend to support this author.
I rarely read 600 page books from first-time authors. However this book begins so well I had a very hard time putting it down. I'm not one for fluffy reviews , but I highly recommend reading this book . I intend to support this author.
August 8, 2015
Remember
This was a very ambitious book and in my estimation it succeeded admirably. I found it to be intriguing, intense, highly emotional, sensitive, and inspiring. I highly recommend it to those who enjoy what has become my favorite genre.
This was a very ambitious book and in my estimation it succeeded admirably. I found it to be intriguing, intense, highly emotional, sensitive, and inspiring. I highly recommend it to those who enjoy what has become my favorite genre.
September 23, 2015
read about 50 pages and this one jumped to the top of my reading pile as it not only moves, but has an interesting style that is not quite the usual plain vanilla of space opera - and when a less usual style works for me, it tends to work big time so to speak, but of course it is still early
finished the novel and while it did not maintain the level of the first pages (basically it devolved into new godlike tech against godlike tech against godlike tech - essentially 3 sides though - with a lot of my tech is bigger and better than yours, so basically very fantasy like with tech substituted for magic, so becoming quite predictable), the style was interesting and the narrative power strong enough to keep me reading till the 600 odd page end which completed well the present story-line though obviously leaving more for the sequel(s)
overall pretty good space opera of the fantasy my magic is better than yours type (with tech as magic) but with a style that is more emotional than the usual plain vanilla of the genre and which worked well for me
finished the novel and while it did not maintain the level of the first pages (basically it devolved into new godlike tech against godlike tech against godlike tech - essentially 3 sides though - with a lot of my tech is bigger and better than yours, so basically very fantasy like with tech substituted for magic, so becoming quite predictable), the style was interesting and the narrative power strong enough to keep me reading till the 600 odd page end which completed well the present story-line though obviously leaving more for the sequel(s)
overall pretty good space opera of the fantasy my magic is better than yours type (with tech as magic) but with a style that is more emotional than the usual plain vanilla of the genre and which worked well for me
August 1, 2024
Michael Kan's Remember the Starfighter is a thrilling space opera that plunges readers into a galaxy at war. As the first book in the Endervar War series, it sets the stage for a gripping tale of interstellar conflict, personal sacrifice, and the unwavering human spirit.
The novel introduces us to a universe on the precipice of destruction. The Endervar, a ruthless alien race, is systematically consuming intelligent life across the galaxy. Humanity, fighting for survival, relies on its elite pilots to turn the tide.
While the book is undeniably action-packed, Kan also excels at character development. The protagonist, a skilled but haunted starfighter pilot, is a complex figure battling both external enemies and internal demons. The supporting cast adds depth and emotional resonance to the story.
Overall, Remember the Starfighter is a must-read for fans of space opera and military science fiction. It's a thrilling adventure that leaves readers eager for the next instalment in the series.
The novel introduces us to a universe on the precipice of destruction. The Endervar, a ruthless alien race, is systematically consuming intelligent life across the galaxy. Humanity, fighting for survival, relies on its elite pilots to turn the tide.
While the book is undeniably action-packed, Kan also excels at character development. The protagonist, a skilled but haunted starfighter pilot, is a complex figure battling both external enemies and internal demons. The supporting cast adds depth and emotional resonance to the story.
Overall, Remember the Starfighter is a must-read for fans of space opera and military science fiction. It's a thrilling adventure that leaves readers eager for the next instalment in the series.
August 12, 2024
Remember The Starfighter by Michael Kan is a complex and intriguing tale that captures its readers from the onset. It has all the go-to tropes of its genre and so much more.
If you are ready to dive headfirst into a new and exciting universe, then this is the book for you. The author creates a detailed and realistic world here humans, AI and aliens exist together and apart. Their realism springs from their complicated personalities and in-depth stories. They have their fears, loves and, in the end, their fate – many of which I am sure readers will identify with.
Like many books of this genre, there is a galaxy war around which sets the stage and where the characters develop. The war, called the Endervar War, is an interstellar conflict which has evolved from the Endervar, an evil alien species, who are consuming intelligent life across the galaxy.
This all leads to an action-packed adventure which the author skillfully creates with visual cues, tone and narratives. This is a must read for anyone who loves to get lost in a long drama that has something to keep your heart racing and your head spinning. This isn’t a short read, but it is well worth the time. Enjoy.
If you are ready to dive headfirst into a new and exciting universe, then this is the book for you. The author creates a detailed and realistic world here humans, AI and aliens exist together and apart. Their realism springs from their complicated personalities and in-depth stories. They have their fears, loves and, in the end, their fate – many of which I am sure readers will identify with.
Like many books of this genre, there is a galaxy war around which sets the stage and where the characters develop. The war, called the Endervar War, is an interstellar conflict which has evolved from the Endervar, an evil alien species, who are consuming intelligent life across the galaxy.
This all leads to an action-packed adventure which the author skillfully creates with visual cues, tone and narratives. This is a must read for anyone who loves to get lost in a long drama that has something to keep your heart racing and your head spinning. This isn’t a short read, but it is well worth the time. Enjoy.
March 1, 2018
It's been a long time since I've committed myself to such a long sci-fi book because the tend to have too many characters and science jargon without real story. But Remember the Starfighter manages to offer a lot of story, world building, and character building without feeling overly complicated. Granted, there are probably several sections that could have used a bit of editing to shorten the page count, but for a first novel by an author you can't do too much better. Especially in the sci-fi genre.
**I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.**
**I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.**
August 30, 2015
At over 500 pages, this Sci-Fi Space Opera is a complete story and could have easily been chunked into a series. It follows the 'Reluctant Hero' theme to the letter and ends as expected. However, the journey from the first word to the last was engaging and full of character development, action, domination, struggles, death, and restoration.
Captain Julian Nverson - the reluctant hero - was dead. Time hasn't fast-forwarded like Buck Rodgers or Black Jack; Nverson was brought back to life with the help of technology. He is still mostly human, but has holes in his memory that make for an interesting internal struggle. As the war effort grows, he's called back to active duty
He now faces the ultimate war for survival and not only has to deal with the powerful Endervars, but also the Ouryans (Borg). He will not go this alone and finds very important alleys with a story all their own. To have invested the time to read this book, I'm allowing myself a few moments to dig a little deeper into this story. If you like a good SO adventure, this is a fun read with interesting concepts.
WARNING>>>>>SPOILERS>>>>>WARNING>>>>>SPOILERS>>>>>WARNING>>>>>SPOILERS
The war with the Endervars is baffling to the free galaxy. They appear, destroy, and capture planets by using advanced technology and physics. They never communicate with all the sentient races and are never seen aside from their ships. No one knows where they come from or why they are taking over the star systems.
The Ourayan race is the collective - the Borg by comparison. Their pitch - survive forever or die by the hands of the Endervars. Many beings choose immortality, albeit a copy. They are an extremely powerful force and The Destroyer is a very interesting character. He is the epitome of why stripping humanity of emotion is a dangerous concept. He is also psychotically awesome.
Julian is not the lone savior - Alysdeon, Arendi, and Au-O'sanah all play critical roles through the story. They all come to rely on one another and if you are invested in the story, Arendi and Julian are two characters you'd like to slap upside the head here and there. They all have their baggage to say the least.
The race is on: Ourayans can kill solar systems in which the Endervars control. It's kill or be killed, with the Alliance in despair, the heroes of the story are smack in the middle of, corny but true, a galactic struggle for survival.
We are not alone - but what is out there? Do we dare find out? Part philosophy, science, enlightenment, doubt, faith and hope, technology vs. humanity - Remember the Starfighter was an entertaining ride. The author provided a copy of this book for review.
4.6 Stars. I did find myself skimming bits here and there, but not much.
Captain Julian Nverson - the reluctant hero - was dead. Time hasn't fast-forwarded like Buck Rodgers or Black Jack; Nverson was brought back to life with the help of technology. He is still mostly human, but has holes in his memory that make for an interesting internal struggle. As the war effort grows, he's called back to active duty
He now faces the ultimate war for survival and not only has to deal with the powerful Endervars, but also the Ouryans (Borg). He will not go this alone and finds very important alleys with a story all their own. To have invested the time to read this book, I'm allowing myself a few moments to dig a little deeper into this story. If you like a good SO adventure, this is a fun read with interesting concepts.
WARNING>>>>>SPOILERS>>>>>WARNING>>>>>SPOILERS>>>>>WARNING>>>>>SPOILERS
The war with the Endervars is baffling to the free galaxy. They appear, destroy, and capture planets by using advanced technology and physics. They never communicate with all the sentient races and are never seen aside from their ships. No one knows where they come from or why they are taking over the star systems.
The Ourayan race is the collective - the Borg by comparison. Their pitch - survive forever or die by the hands of the Endervars. Many beings choose immortality, albeit a copy. They are an extremely powerful force and The Destroyer is a very interesting character. He is the epitome of why stripping humanity of emotion is a dangerous concept. He is also psychotically awesome.
Julian is not the lone savior - Alysdeon, Arendi, and Au-O'sanah all play critical roles through the story. They all come to rely on one another and if you are invested in the story, Arendi and Julian are two characters you'd like to slap upside the head here and there. They all have their baggage to say the least.
The race is on: Ourayans can kill solar systems in which the Endervars control. It's kill or be killed, with the Alliance in despair, the heroes of the story are smack in the middle of, corny but true, a galactic struggle for survival.
We are not alone - but what is out there? Do we dare find out? Part philosophy, science, enlightenment, doubt, faith and hope, technology vs. humanity - Remember the Starfighter was an entertaining ride. The author provided a copy of this book for review.
4.6 Stars. I did find myself skimming bits here and there, but not much.
October 8, 2015
Michael Kan imagines a future galaxy under attack from Endervars, who wipe out all sapiens in space and then englobe their worlds with an energy barrier. Julian Nverson, a former starfighter is working as a pilot when they attack the mining world. Rescued he is reinstated back into the Alliance fleet, and in his first foray finds an Endervar ship that doesn’t disintegrate,. Inside is an android claiming to be from Earth, Earth that was englobed a millenia earlier. People are still alive there, and they might also be on Julian’s home planet Haven. The Ouryan, a collection of uploaded minds and one of the most powerful groups in the Allience have developed bombs to destroy solar systems They don’t want the android to return to Earth Julian keeps getting in the middle of a complex of groups striving to survive the Endervar Helping him is an ancient, genetically modified New Human with her own ship, and even members of the Ouryan opposing their own leadership. Remember the Starfighter (ebook from Amazon which I bought ) is a fascinating culture future from a first novelist. Review printed by Philadelphia Weekly Press
June 10, 2016
This is the first in a two part series and it definitely does not feel that way. I haven’t read the second book yet, but there are about 600 pages in this book alone, so you definitely are getting your moneys worth in volume. As for content, well, I think you are getting a bargain as this is a truly epic story. I have not read such a well throughout and well written Sci-Fi book in a long time.
Julian Nverson, is a disgraced pilot who gets a second chance with his reactivation to join the fight for survival. Along with some mysterious and almost fateful encounters and circumstances, Julian is thrust it a world of intrigue and dangers trying to fight epic battles in space and figure out just what is truly going on and who is the real enemy.
As this is such a detailed book, and there are many characters, there is a slow curve in the beginning of the book until you get all the places and people down and then the rest is fantastic.
Julian Nverson, is a disgraced pilot who gets a second chance with his reactivation to join the fight for survival. Along with some mysterious and almost fateful encounters and circumstances, Julian is thrust it a world of intrigue and dangers trying to fight epic battles in space and figure out just what is truly going on and who is the real enemy.
As this is such a detailed book, and there are many characters, there is a slow curve in the beginning of the book until you get all the places and people down and then the rest is fantastic.
September 7, 2015
I liked this book so much I hated putting it down! The characters were interesting and I think the book paints a great story that never gets old. What it means to be human; we never loose hope. I would highly recommend this book and would say "be patient with it."I recommend this book because it has all the things I think are important.; passion, detail, action, and a reasonable conclusion.
I liked this book so much I hated putting it down! The characters were interesting and I think the book paints a great story that never gets old. What it means to be human; we never loose hope. I would highly recommend this book and would say "be patient with it."I recommend this book because it has all the things I think are important.; passion, detail, action, and a reasonable conclusion.
I liked this book so much I hated putting it down! The characters were interesting and I think the book paints a great story that never gets old. What it means to be human; we never loose hope. I would highly recommend this book and would say "be patient with it."I recommend this book because it has all the things I think are important.; passion, detail, action, and a reasonable conclusion.
June 16, 2016
It took a long time for me to determine what was going on in this book. I could not understand if Julian kept reliving the same day over and over, or if he was having the same flashback multiple times. Then I understood the magnitude of the war he was fighting and how serious it was and understood a bit better. In essence, this book is the perfect fit for someone that loves space travel or science fiction. To me, it felt like one long galactic war being fought, which had major issues throughout. I appreciated the pictures of certain beings that were enclosed, and I thought they helped you picture the characters, which offered a wider view for context. I also liked the end because it was what I was hoping for, and was a nice break for the nonstop fiction, action, and danger that most of the story was comprised of.
June 26, 2016
Michael Kan’s, “Remember the Starfighter,” is the first in his Endervar War series that is like an extension of the “Star Wars” universe. The way he has written the galaxy and the different characters make the book thrive on its own path. This book’s epic adventure is insane because there is so much going on with Julian and everyone else trying to escape the dangers of being consumed. Kan paints a very vivid picture for his story, but I think some of his dialogue could have been built better, but that doesn’t interfere all that much because the majority of the content is filled with action. I think with the next installment, Kan will grow even stronger with the plot and his characters, developing an even better story, If science fiction is your genre, try this book out because it will meet every expectation you have for this type of story.
September 14, 2015
This was a GoodReads giveaway win.
I was a little disappointed with this tale. I am much more of a hard science fiction reader. This book was more of a science fiction fantasy. The technology was just so advanced, you had no clue as to what rabbit would get pulled out of the hat.
I complain about authors not giving me their complete story telling in one book. They (or their publisher) immediately turn it into a trilogy. I hate piecemeal stories. This author delivers a complete story and does not leave me feeling only partially satisfied. Score one for the author. But since it was more science fiction fantasy, I found it a bit too long and parts bored me.
Have a GoodReads.
I was a little disappointed with this tale. I am much more of a hard science fiction reader. This book was more of a science fiction fantasy. The technology was just so advanced, you had no clue as to what rabbit would get pulled out of the hat.
I complain about authors not giving me their complete story telling in one book. They (or their publisher) immediately turn it into a trilogy. I hate piecemeal stories. This author delivers a complete story and does not leave me feeling only partially satisfied. Score one for the author. But since it was more science fiction fantasy, I found it a bit too long and parts bored me.
Have a GoodReads.
August 24, 2015
Fulfilling read
Just about right for length. Good story. Character emotions a little subdued. I was always looking for more behaviors rather than looking down or scratching the back of the head.
Just about right for length. Good story. Character emotions a little subdued. I was always looking for more behaviors rather than looking down or scratching the back of the head.
December 10, 2015
I love long science fiction books. In fact, I prefer them. This is great story with interesting characters I grew to love. As far as space operas go, this is a new favorite. I look forward to reading more books from the author. Bravo!
August 31, 2015
Pretty decent read for a first time writer. Has some pacing issues but overall I had lots of fun reading this.
May 24, 2016
Space-opera can not get more spatial and more operatic than this.
November 25, 2015
True SciFi, not just a western in space. Decent writing, good pace and engaging.
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