The Zero Code

Max Mars #3

by Tripp Ellis

Max Mars likes to kick ass, drink Antarian whiskey, and hunt bad guys! She’s all out of f%ck$ to give—unless you’re really lucky. A genetically engineered super soldier, part of the disbanded Project SW Ultra, Max drifts the galaxy searching for the rogue operator who killed her creator, and spiritual father, Dr. Tor. To make ends meet, she picks up jobs as a mercenary for hire until she can dispense the ultimate justice and exact revenge. When the android Winston is accused of an impossible murder, Max struggles to prove his innocence before he is terminated. But her search for the truth leads her down a sinister path, uncovering a plot that threatens the freedom of the Federation. Can Max save Winston and mankind? Don’t miss this action-packed sci-fi adventure! Cyborgs, Mercenaries, Mystery, Aliens, and Space Battles! *Each Max Mars book is a standalone story and can be read in any order.

Genres: Science Fiction

218 pages, Paperback

Published September 15, 2017

Reviews

[Mike Nemeth · Rating 5 out of 5]

Winston, the robot Max Mars befriended in her debut, breaks Asimov's laws of robotics or at least is accused of doing so. And Max is hot on the tail of a lead that will finally give her a clue as to the whereabouts of the scofflaw who killed her mentor. But, and this is a big clue to a personality flaw, Max is a softie. She cares for Winston. She's a retired operative and efficient killer, but she's got heart. She doesn't leave anybody behind. Winston is arrested and charged. Open an shut. He's villified, but he has no memory of what he's been charged with. And that's the start of "The Zero Code," the third in the Max Mars series by author Tripp Ellis. I launched into this and kept going. Ellis didn't let me go. The story is really well plotted and delves deeper into noir/gumshoe territory than the first two. And it's my favorite so far. Max tracks one clue after another, trying to clear her friend. She gets a little help from an attorney. But she's essentially on her own until she gets a little help from a wacky character who is certainly not in her league. Ellis develops his characters nicely. And the dialogue is superb, especially the give and take between Max and whoever she's engaging in conversation. Even the thugs and criminal masterminds. OK, one thing bothers me. Everytime I look at the cover of one of the books in this series, it makes me think of Pat Benatar on her "Get Nervous" album. Benatar's in a straight jacket, but her hair looks exactly like Max's.

[LYNNETTE · Rating 5 out of 5]

Mad Maxx of Mars

Awesome thanks again for writing this series. I'm reading all of them. You need to too. Kudos to the Author. Oh , before I go, I feel your pain about Hurricane/Tropical Storm Harvey. It was a devastating storm, that I wish the Houston and surround ing areas never experience .NevertheLess it happened and it was so terrible of lives lost and property damage or destruction. It is sad that those whom ridiculed Survivors, Evacuees from Hurricane Katrina, that you should never ever talk badly about people. It can happen to anyone. I'm sorry for everyone's pain. And pray that we can come together and rebuild and have wonderful adventures such as Max of Mars Series the. Ultimate Meta Human.

[Marie M Williams · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic!

Max is one kick-ass girl. She is almost indestructible, but sure pushes that boundary. She has no fear and all confidence in her ability to kick anyone where they need to be kicked. The action is full speed and I love that Max shows moments of compassion. Love Winston and the new addition Felix. Go scooby gang!

[Wanda binz · Rating 5 out of 5]

So much fun

So much fun reading this series. Max has a unique outlook on the world. It makes this series full of adventure.

[Ed · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another adventure with Max... what more need be said?
A fun read.