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Star Kingdom #6
Planet Killer
Casmir has survived against impossible odds, and now he longs to return home. But an invasion force is blockading the Kingdom’s wormhole gate, and it would be suicidal to fly through it now. Worse, his family and friends are stuck on the other side, with hostile forces attacking their home world.
The only way Casmir can help is to find out who’s behind the invasion… and convince him to stop.
But Casmir isn’t known for his ability to strong-arm people, and this is one enemy who won’t be won over by his friendly demeanor. As he soon finds out, he must face the very rich and very powerful person who’s been trying to have him killed for months.
The only way Casmir can help is to find out who’s behind the invasion… and convince him to stop.
But Casmir isn’t known for his ability to strong-arm people, and this is one enemy who won’t be won over by his friendly demeanor. As he soon finds out, he must face the very rich and very powerful person who’s been trying to have him killed for months.
533 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 21, 2019
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Lindsay Buroker
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December 24, 2019
Degraded derivation
My two major complaints are this.
First how is it even possible for a (1) freelancer with a genetic monkey... oops lion, (2) a feral old knight, (3) a banished grumpy knight, (4) a studly young son, (5) a murderous prirate all of whom have separate ships, goals and plans end up exactly where our (6) wimpy hero n his martial butt kicking female friend go or shall I say need them to be. At the exact moment needed?
On top of that impossible drivel they all come together exactly in time to save the day!
Reason number 2) Only to be so stupid these supposedly brillant minds go duh at exactly the right moment so super villian #2 can escape and open the way for yet another teaser book where no doubt everyone once again shows up at exactly the right place to vanquish #2 only to find the mastermind #1 their own king and sonny boy are the real villains! To be finished in ahh 2, 3 eh 10 more stupid books!
Zero plot, character development zip and general delivery exactly the same as every book to date.
Just change names and you have all books to date! It is getting tedious!
I have held on till now. Please change it up some and mayhaps not all show up at the exact moment!
Two. It is becoming a soap opera not a science friction adventure.
My two major complaints are this.
First how is it even possible for a (1) freelancer with a genetic monkey... oops lion, (2) a feral old knight, (3) a banished grumpy knight, (4) a studly young son, (5) a murderous prirate all of whom have separate ships, goals and plans end up exactly where our (6) wimpy hero n his martial butt kicking female friend go or shall I say need them to be. At the exact moment needed?
On top of that impossible drivel they all come together exactly in time to save the day!
Reason number 2) Only to be so stupid these supposedly brillant minds go duh at exactly the right moment so super villian #2 can escape and open the way for yet another teaser book where no doubt everyone once again shows up at exactly the right place to vanquish #2 only to find the mastermind #1 their own king and sonny boy are the real villains! To be finished in ahh 2, 3 eh 10 more stupid books!
Zero plot, character development zip and general delivery exactly the same as every book to date.
Just change names and you have all books to date! It is getting tedious!
I have held on till now. Please change it up some and mayhaps not all show up at the exact moment!
Two. It is becoming a soap opera not a science friction adventure.
November 6, 2019
More than worth the Patreon subscription.
Thoroughly enjoying this series!
This book has the most POV’s yet.
I kept waiting to see Zee pop up as the chapter protagonist 😜
Thoroughly enjoying this series!
This book has the most POV’s yet.
I kept waiting to see Zee pop up as the chapter protagonist 😜
January 2, 2020
Great addition to the series. We got to see more of Princess Oku which i've been dying for since the start of this series, we get more Z in a manner of speaking, And we see some progress with the Asger's.
If I had to pick anything that stopped me giving this a full five stars I think it had to be because of Kim. I've never been fully behind the Kim or Rache situation, although I do find some moments cute so I imagine those that do enjoy the realtionship find them absolutly adorable. In this volume I felt she let Rache attempt to get away with some morally questionable things because of her feelings. In all fairness she usually put her foot down before things got out of hand, but as believable and human is it is to see her rationalise his actions because of her feelings, it can be a little annoying. I will say its really well written in that Kim knows her feelings are compramising her decisions and causing her distress.
Still that sounded more negative than what it actually was, its still a amazing book and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
If I had to pick anything that stopped me giving this a full five stars I think it had to be because of Kim. I've never been fully behind the Kim or Rache situation, although I do find some moments cute so I imagine those that do enjoy the realtionship find them absolutly adorable. In this volume I felt she let Rache attempt to get away with some morally questionable things because of her feelings. In all fairness she usually put her foot down before things got out of hand, but as believable and human is it is to see her rationalise his actions because of her feelings, it can be a little annoying. I will say its really well written in that Kim knows her feelings are compramising her decisions and causing her distress.
Still that sounded more negative than what it actually was, its still a amazing book and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
December 8, 2019
Fun has run its course
I've got admit that there is some fun reading here but I think that I'm not going to bother with more books in the series.
The lucky outcomes and the denial about the results of being good good subjects has reached saturation point. The kingdom is headed by sociopaths and the good guys are behaving like characters from a YA novel. I admit that in the real world, there are too many people who would do the same but it became aggravating.
Still it was fun while it lasted.
I've got admit that there is some fun reading here but I think that I'm not going to bother with more books in the series.
The lucky outcomes and the denial about the results of being good good subjects has reached saturation point. The kingdom is headed by sociopaths and the good guys are behaving like characters from a YA novel. I admit that in the real world, there are too many people who would do the same but it became aggravating.
Still it was fun while it lasted.
September 15, 2022
Amazing series
A well deserved 5 star review for this 6th installment in the Star Kingdom series. With an ominous title for itself, I expected this volume to be intense. It did not disappoint. I particularly enjoy how each now recurring characters evolve and their relationships develop. The complexity around patriotic duty versus doing the right thing is not easy to address. Especially when these two topics are sometimes at odds with each other, sometimes aligned. Lindsay Buroker navigates it beautifully, all wrapped in intense actions and dreadful plots. Loving it! :-)
A well deserved 5 star review for this 6th installment in the Star Kingdom series. With an ominous title for itself, I expected this volume to be intense. It did not disappoint. I particularly enjoy how each now recurring characters evolve and their relationships develop. The complexity around patriotic duty versus doing the right thing is not easy to address. Especially when these two topics are sometimes at odds with each other, sometimes aligned. Lindsay Buroker navigates it beautifully, all wrapped in intense actions and dreadful plots. Loving it! :-)
January 11, 2023
Entertaining space listening 🎶🔰
Another will written space opera Sci-Fi adventure thriller novel by Lindsay Buroker (Star 🌟 Kingdom book six). Kim, Casmir, Rache, Bjarke, and Asger race across the galaxy in order to save the 👑 kingdom from a virus that could kill everyone. They are successful in destroying all but two of the 🚀 rockets which the 😠 mad prince escapes with. Continued in book seven. I would highly recommend this series and author to 👍 readers of paranormal space opera adventure novels 👍🔰. Enjoy the adventure of reading or listening to books 📚. 2023 👒😊
Lindsay Buroker is one of my favorite authors I have been reading or listening to for many years. Happy reading in 2023
Another will written space opera Sci-Fi adventure thriller novel by Lindsay Buroker (Star 🌟 Kingdom book six). Kim, Casmir, Rache, Bjarke, and Asger race across the galaxy in order to save the 👑 kingdom from a virus that could kill everyone. They are successful in destroying all but two of the 🚀 rockets which the 😠 mad prince escapes with. Continued in book seven. I would highly recommend this series and author to 👍 readers of paranormal space opera adventure novels 👍🔰. Enjoy the adventure of reading or listening to books 📚. 2023 👒😊
Lindsay Buroker is one of my favorite authors I have been reading or listening to for many years. Happy reading in 2023
December 3, 2019
2.5 star out of 5
PlanetKiller was a disappointment for me
It felt repetitive and some characters were so much one dimensional it was on nerve.
On the other hand Zee and his new army were hilarious and princesses Oku pov was a nice additional touch but the other areas were either boring or a repeat of what we have seen before.
Kasmir and Kim are force by The prince to build an army of crushers and build a biological weapon,so they runaway to do their own thing,and they track Prince Dubashi to his base and prevent him from hiring mercenaries with the help of Rache,
The prince to ensure Kasmir cooperation captures Bonita and Qin.
PlanetKiller was a disappointment for me
It felt repetitive and some characters were so much one dimensional it was on nerve.
On the other hand Zee and his new army were hilarious and princesses Oku pov was a nice additional touch but the other areas were either boring or a repeat of what we have seen before.
Kasmir and Kim are force by The prince to build an army of crushers and build a biological weapon,so they runaway to do their own thing,and they track Prince Dubashi to his base and prevent him from hiring mercenaries with the help of Rache,
The prince to ensure Kasmir cooperation captures Bonita and Qin.
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February 21, 2020
Interstellar inrigue, with villains and good folks
A good continuation of the intriguing story Buroker has created in the previous 6 books. The plot twists and turns, with villains and heroes, humor and suspense. Very enjoyable.
A good continuation of the intriguing story Buroker has created in the previous 6 books. The plot twists and turns, with villains and heroes, humor and suspense. Very enjoyable.
May 24, 2020
This is book 6 of an 8-book series. While each book ends with a continuing plot, usually involving the main character in jeopardy, I enjoy the books so much I can accept the cliffhanger aspects. The story is a space-faring adventure with humor, resulting in several laugh out loud moments in each book.
The Star Kingdom series stars a robotics professor nerd with health issues, Casmir, who really just wants to do the right thing and not see people hurt. His home planet is not so honorable, although some of its citizens do eventually come to see his point of view and assist him in his causes (a King's Knight) or at least ignore his actions and provide some advance warning of impending doom (a warship Captain). Casmir's roommate is an autistic scientist; his clone is a gene-cleaned pirate; and his best friends are crusher robots, a sentient space ship, a catwoman, a princess, and eventually every politician and ruler he meets - except his own King. It's a wonderful cast of characters with varied and oftentimes quirky personalities. Buroker's strongest writing is her characters and she is even capable of making a dozen robots and vacuums have individual and engaging personalities.
The story line and world building are well done. Beginning with Casmir being chased by an unknown enemy for unknown reasons, the series unfolds as Casmir escapes, solves problems through science, makes friends of enemies, discovers who he is, and somehow becomes the Kingdom's number one enemy by resolving problems with his unique gifts and unexpected ability to stumble through convincing powerful people to become his supporters and allies.
Very important to me, her books are well-edited and my reading experience is free of poor grammar, misspellings, and typos. I have enjoyed Buroker's Fallen Empire and Star Kingdom science fiction series so much that I even read a few of her fantasy series, a genre I usually avoid.
The Star Kingdom series stars a robotics professor nerd with health issues, Casmir, who really just wants to do the right thing and not see people hurt. His home planet is not so honorable, although some of its citizens do eventually come to see his point of view and assist him in his causes (a King's Knight) or at least ignore his actions and provide some advance warning of impending doom (a warship Captain). Casmir's roommate is an autistic scientist; his clone is a gene-cleaned pirate; and his best friends are crusher robots, a sentient space ship, a catwoman, a princess, and eventually every politician and ruler he meets - except his own King. It's a wonderful cast of characters with varied and oftentimes quirky personalities. Buroker's strongest writing is her characters and she is even capable of making a dozen robots and vacuums have individual and engaging personalities.
The story line and world building are well done. Beginning with Casmir being chased by an unknown enemy for unknown reasons, the series unfolds as Casmir escapes, solves problems through science, makes friends of enemies, discovers who he is, and somehow becomes the Kingdom's number one enemy by resolving problems with his unique gifts and unexpected ability to stumble through convincing powerful people to become his supporters and allies.
Very important to me, her books are well-edited and my reading experience is free of poor grammar, misspellings, and typos. I have enjoyed Buroker's Fallen Empire and Star Kingdom science fiction series so much that I even read a few of her fantasy series, a genre I usually avoid.
November 29, 2021
"Planet Killer," the 6th installment in the Star Kingdom series is chocked full of chaotic situations and bringing our favorite characters on the brink of war. This time, Kim realizes that Jorg is plotting something awful and she feels the need to devise a ruse to keep out of his clutches. So, of all the things, she requests that Rache kidnap her after she has been angered by his two other kidnappings. When Kim and Casmir board Rache's ship they are accompanied by 12 new crushers and a stowaway. All goes well until the stowaway attacks Jess and attempts to fight with Rache's people. He soon understands that he misinterpreted the situation.
Meanwhile Jasger and his father verbally bash each other as they attempt to reconcile their relationship. It will take a mediator of sorts to help with this situation if they are to have any hope of a relationship. The daughter of a missing biologist enlists Bonita and Qin's assistance in locating and recovering her father. Little do they know but this single action will lead them straight into the arms of a maniac.
This read is similar to others in the series where there is plenty of action with some subterfuge and many romantic relationships brewing. As fans read, we can feel that we are getting closer to a climatic ending. I think there are two more books in the series so I am going to attempt to slow down and savor the last two books. If only.........
Meanwhile Jasger and his father verbally bash each other as they attempt to reconcile their relationship. It will take a mediator of sorts to help with this situation if they are to have any hope of a relationship. The daughter of a missing biologist enlists Bonita and Qin's assistance in locating and recovering her father. Little do they know but this single action will lead them straight into the arms of a maniac.
This read is similar to others in the series where there is plenty of action with some subterfuge and many romantic relationships brewing. As fans read, we can feel that we are getting closer to a climatic ending. I think there are two more books in the series so I am going to attempt to slow down and savor the last two books. If only.........
May 6, 2021
Yikes. Things are getting a little hairy (not literally, as it turns out) for Casmir and his gang and both he and Kim are expected to do their part to help the Kingdom win the war that's coming. Even though the things they're expected to do go against everything they both stand for.
So what does Casmir do in this situation? He improvises, of course. And makes friends in unexpected places. His ability to charm people with his genuine desire to help others is almost as well-developed as his ability to create robots out of a handful of parts.
That said, Casmir has a lot of information that doesn't quite fit together yet. His quick mind can often see a way out of a situation that others don't expect, but when he's working from incomplete data and his own rulers are just HORRIBLE, it's hard to stay one step ahead. I really can't stress this enough, with the exception of Oku (and possibly her mother, who I have not yet formed a firm opinion on), the royal family on Odin is absolutely awful. Starting with the king and working on down through Oku's brothers. Terrible people.
I can't wait until Casmir shows them what's what. (Which is something I fully expect to happen, one way or another.) Until then, I shall cross my fingers and continue hoping for the best!
-Kelly @ Reading the Paranormal
So what does Casmir do in this situation? He improvises, of course. And makes friends in unexpected places. His ability to charm people with his genuine desire to help others is almost as well-developed as his ability to create robots out of a handful of parts.
That said, Casmir has a lot of information that doesn't quite fit together yet. His quick mind can often see a way out of a situation that others don't expect, but when he's working from incomplete data and his own rulers are just HORRIBLE, it's hard to stay one step ahead. I really can't stress this enough, with the exception of Oku (and possibly her mother, who I have not yet formed a firm opinion on), the royal family on Odin is absolutely awful. Starting with the king and working on down through Oku's brothers. Terrible people.
I can't wait until Casmir shows them what's what. (Which is something I fully expect to happen, one way or another.) Until then, I shall cross my fingers and continue hoping for the best!
-Kelly @ Reading the Paranormal
February 17, 2021
Too slow
In reviewing an earlier book in this series, I mentioned the preponderance of cynical dialogue. It finally took its toll. That is all there really is. The action fades away and the only thing that remains is to find out if any of the characters will EVER express their feelings about one another. By about 60% I decided to give up. I no longer care about the story and will not purchase the last two novels.
In reviewing an earlier book in this series, I mentioned the preponderance of cynical dialogue. It finally took its toll. That is all there really is. The action fades away and the only thing that remains is to find out if any of the characters will EVER express their feelings about one another. By about 60% I decided to give up. I no longer care about the story and will not purchase the last two novels.
March 21, 2024
What a great follow-up book to the series! And I can hardly wait for the next book! As Lindsay Buroker is such a great writer!
In this book Casmir (there, I finally spelled his name correctly) and Kim Sato have their work cut-out for them in this action-driven story. As Casmir sets out to stop a war, and Kim needs to stop a viral outbreak which would be a Planet Killer. Killing millions of civilians in it's wake!
But as a side note I've been remiss mentioning the AI's and in this book there's two of 'em, which are one of my favorite tropes. First there's Viggo the ship and he has a propensity for cleanliness. Viggo adores Casmir because, as a computer programmer he was able to make and gift Viggo more cleaning bots! Then there's the crusher, not just any crusher, but Zee 6000 a crusher Casmir made and then ordered to protect him and his best (and perhaps ony) friend Kim Sato. The thing is Zee seemingly has a personality as is currently taking baby steps towards full sentience. And almost everything that Zee says is delightfully entertaining 😊. But unfortunately they aren't good material to save as quotes, because out of context they don't make any sense. But just know that Zee's naïveté is refreshing!
Y'all should go for Lindsay Buroker's book and in fact the whole Star Kingdom series. The books are just that good and if can go ahead and treat yourself to the audiobooks 'cause Fred Burman the is perfect for the job!
In this book Casmir (there, I finally spelled his name correctly) and Kim Sato have their work cut-out for them in this action-driven story. As Casmir sets out to stop a war, and Kim needs to stop a viral outbreak which would be a Planet Killer. Killing millions of civilians in it's wake!
But as a side note I've been remiss mentioning the AI's and in this book there's two of 'em, which are one of my favorite tropes. First there's Viggo the ship and he has a propensity for cleanliness. Viggo adores Casmir because, as a computer programmer he was able to make and gift Viggo more cleaning bots! Then there's the crusher, not just any crusher, but Zee 6000 a crusher Casmir made and then ordered to protect him and his best (and perhaps ony) friend Kim Sato. The thing is Zee seemingly has a personality as is currently taking baby steps towards full sentience. And almost everything that Zee says is delightfully entertaining 😊. But unfortunately they aren't good material to save as quotes, because out of context they don't make any sense. But just know that Zee's naïveté is refreshing!
Y'all should go for Lindsay Buroker's book and in fact the whole Star Kingdom series. The books are just that good and if can go ahead and treat yourself to the audiobooks 'cause Fred Burman the is perfect for the job!
November 25, 2019
Boo! Hoo! Hoo!!
No! No! No! We have to wait MONTHS for the next book! MONTHS!! Our favourite (genius) nerd, Casmir, still has so much to so! It’s amazing to me that his clone brother just doesn’t quite have the same genius. Maybe because Casmir is actually much closer physically and in upbringing to their progenitor?
Regardless of all that, LB’s world building and character building is second to none. She is brilliant! Nobody could read this series and not fall in love with ALL the main characters; even Zee and Viggo. If you have only just discovered the Star Kingdom books I highly recommend that you start from book one. If you’re a sci-fi fan you’ll love it! There are characters that you cheer for and those that you boo while others are so annoying because you REALLY want to like them but then they go and do something that makes you want to smack them upside their heads! If you’re already a fan I needn’t say more because you already understand!
LOVED IT!
No! No! No! We have to wait MONTHS for the next book! MONTHS!! Our favourite (genius) nerd, Casmir, still has so much to so! It’s amazing to me that his clone brother just doesn’t quite have the same genius. Maybe because Casmir is actually much closer physically and in upbringing to their progenitor?
Regardless of all that, LB’s world building and character building is second to none. She is brilliant! Nobody could read this series and not fall in love with ALL the main characters; even Zee and Viggo. If you have only just discovered the Star Kingdom books I highly recommend that you start from book one. If you’re a sci-fi fan you’ll love it! There are characters that you cheer for and those that you boo while others are so annoying because you REALLY want to like them but then they go and do something that makes you want to smack them upside their heads! If you’re already a fan I needn’t say more because you already understand!
LOVED IT!
March 22, 2025
This is the sixth book in the Star Kingdom series. I do not recommend it as a standalone, the series should be read in order. The philosophy mentioned in the book was interesting. Sultan Shoyban’s agreement to help Casmir was quite unlikely. I enjoyed seeing the characters from the Knight Protector book come into the story line. I also think that the author balanced the story lines for each of the characters to continue to make them multi-dimensional.
Lindsay Buroker is an auto-buy for me. The story is multi-faceted and raises several questions and opens several plot lines. Because it is part of a series, each book answers some of the questions raised until the finale.
I enjoy the vocabulary used by the author. She uses interesting words in her writing. I also enjoy the richness of her stories. For example, if you look up the meaning of Tenebris Rache, it adds to the story.
I have already purchased the next book in the series.
Lindsay Buroker is an auto-buy for me. The story is multi-faceted and raises several questions and opens several plot lines. Because it is part of a series, each book answers some of the questions raised until the finale.
I enjoy the vocabulary used by the author. She uses interesting words in her writing. I also enjoy the richness of her stories. For example, if you look up the meaning of Tenebris Rache, it adds to the story.
I have already purchased the next book in the series.
December 16, 2019
Great fun! Lindsay Buroker does it again
Planet Killer was not what I expected, it was much much better. In the earlier novels Buroker has done an excellent job of developing her space opera universe. Many authors try, they often fail. But she's taken a zit zag path and really succeeded.
What's happening now is an even more rare treat. Her character development and storyline are getting better. The slapstick, early campiness of the first novels is getting a richer, nuanced depth that makes us really want to know where the story is going, and how we're going to get there.
This series has always surprised as the plot twisted from book to book. Now it's even more surprising, getting into the desire to know these people better.
After reading to book 5 or more in many Sci fi series on Kindle, here I find myself going we're not even halfway, because the story is so fun.
Planet Killer was not what I expected, it was much much better. In the earlier novels Buroker has done an excellent job of developing her space opera universe. Many authors try, they often fail. But she's taken a zit zag path and really succeeded.
What's happening now is an even more rare treat. Her character development and storyline are getting better. The slapstick, early campiness of the first novels is getting a richer, nuanced depth that makes us really want to know where the story is going, and how we're going to get there.
This series has always surprised as the plot twisted from book to book. Now it's even more surprising, getting into the desire to know these people better.
After reading to book 5 or more in many Sci fi series on Kindle, here I find myself going we're not even halfway, because the story is so fun.
October 26, 2022
Another book, another kidnap of Kim - another set of emotional conflicts for her around her attraction to Rache and the clash of morals between them - I'm keen to see how this resolves in the next couple of books because the abrasiveness of it has hit the crux point of intensity in my opinion. I continue to appreciate Casmir and his desire to do (what he thinks is) the right thing, not what he's told - and his government continues to look worse and worse for it, and it remains believable given the way the politics unfolds. Jager is highly believablek, Jorg seems like he's too much a trope but given the current timeline we experience in the real world, it doesn't seem that unbelievable anymore *lolsob*. I continue to enjoy the whole ensemble class and really enjoying the confrontation of patriotism and duty with sense of moral good and what is 'right'.
November 30, 2019
On a par with the rest
Planetkiller is another great chapter in this ongoing series.
We get a few chapters from Princess Oku's pov, which not only let us see what is happening back on Odin, but also let us see Casmir through her eyes.
Casmir continues in his creative interpretation of the orders given him by the Royals, barely managing to avoid one disaster after another, in an effort appease his conscience.
As always, I enjoy seeing main characters that do their best, inspire of physical, or psychological handicaps.
I highly recommend this series to anyone who enjoys their heroes to rely on brains more than brawns - though there are plenty of other characters in there that fill that niche, if that is what you are looking for.
Planetkiller is another great chapter in this ongoing series.
We get a few chapters from Princess Oku's pov, which not only let us see what is happening back on Odin, but also let us see Casmir through her eyes.
Casmir continues in his creative interpretation of the orders given him by the Royals, barely managing to avoid one disaster after another, in an effort appease his conscience.
As always, I enjoy seeing main characters that do their best, inspire of physical, or psychological handicaps.
I highly recommend this series to anyone who enjoys their heroes to rely on brains more than brawns - though there are plenty of other characters in there that fill that niche, if that is what you are looking for.
December 20, 2019
I will be honest - not my favorite series by this author, but anything by Lindsay is head and shoulders above other authors in my book.
the concept of this series is really intriguing. Our hero is a physical mess, with allergies, seizures, etc etc etc. He is however supersmart, a whiz at robotics and his real superpower is an incredible ability to make friends. This really resonates with me. How can you conquer the universe using smarts and the fact that you really care about people?
As this series comes to a close, we are seeing the people around him friend and foe slowly come to realize that there is just something about this guy -- and it is changing them in fascinating ways. Can't wait to read the final book.
the concept of this series is really intriguing. Our hero is a physical mess, with allergies, seizures, etc etc etc. He is however supersmart, a whiz at robotics and his real superpower is an incredible ability to make friends. This really resonates with me. How can you conquer the universe using smarts and the fact that you really care about people?
As this series comes to a close, we are seeing the people around him friend and foe slowly come to realize that there is just something about this guy -- and it is changing them in fascinating ways. Can't wait to read the final book.
May 1, 2020
I always enjoy seeing how Casmir gets himself out of tight situations, especially since he is not a typcial "hero". He's very smart, but he is prone to seizures and is a roboticist, not a tactical expert. This novel sees him and Kim trying to avoid creating death in the form of crushers and bioweapons for prince Jorg. I do hope he's defeated in every possible way before this series ends. Rache conveniently "kidnaps" Kim and Casmir and brings them to astroshaman, miner-leader and all around jerk Prince Dubashi's moon base. There schemes aren't completely successful. They're able to convince the mercenaries not to support Dubashi since he is too broke to pay them, but the Prince escapes with deadly bioweapons, and the book ends with all of our heros in pretty lousy shape.
May 19, 2020
I just want to poke Rache, or at least get him some much needed therapy. But he would need to want therapy for it be effective so....I will simply hope for more character development in future books.
It is very obvious that Jager and Jorg need to be deposed. The question is how is that gonna happen because I am very much hoping that Rache changes his mind about assassinating them. I also keep waiting for Ishii to snap, ignore Jorg, and follow Casmir (like certain knights have already chosen to do). Not to mention, what exactly is Jager planning? It is very obviously something dastardly and villainous.
Overall, an excellent book with a riveting plot full of humor, robots, and deep philosophical thoughts.
It is very obvious that Jager and Jorg need to be deposed. The question is how is that gonna happen because I am very much hoping that Rache changes his mind about assassinating them. I also keep waiting for Ishii to snap, ignore Jorg, and follow Casmir (like certain knights have already chosen to do). Not to mention, what exactly is Jager planning? It is very obviously something dastardly and villainous.
Overall, an excellent book with a riveting plot full of humor, robots, and deep philosophical thoughts.
March 20, 2021
Book Six in the Star Kingdom Series finds roboticist Casmir Dabrowski and his friends invading a meeting by an ambitious prince who wishes to hire a mercenary fleet. His goal is to conquer Casmir’s home planet, either through battle or through a deadly virus. When he holds captive Casmir’s friend, scientist Kim Sato, Casmir goes to her rescue along with renowned pirate Tenebrius Rache. Rache hopes to get hired to assassinate Odin’s king, with whom he has a personal vendetta. Can Casmir and Kim trust him to come to their aid? Will they find the nefarious prince’s bioweapon in time to prevent its release? This story is another action-packed tale with brainy heroes leading the team. I can’t wait to see where Casmir’s adventures take him next.
November 21, 2019
Foreshadowing!
I am not entirely sure where the plot is going because some authors enjoy giving us a big red herring and doing a switch up. :)
But it looks like the Kingdom is heading for changes. After all, they made two clones of their most famous strategist and space admiral. And both of them are unhappy with the Kingdom leadership.
So is Casimir going to marry the princess and take over after the unfortunate death of the king and prince? Maybe!
I enjoyed this story although I thought it didn't resolve any plot lines. It did give us more about the characters and had some good action bits.
I am not entirely sure where the plot is going because some authors enjoy giving us a big red herring and doing a switch up. :)
But it looks like the Kingdom is heading for changes. After all, they made two clones of their most famous strategist and space admiral. And both of them are unhappy with the Kingdom leadership.
So is Casimir going to marry the princess and take over after the unfortunate death of the king and prince? Maybe!
I enjoyed this story although I thought it didn't resolve any plot lines. It did give us more about the characters and had some good action bits.
February 1, 2021
There's so much going on, it's hard to keep track of it all and all the things that happened in the previous books. But I love it. I haven't mentioned it before, but I should have. What makes this story so good is not just that it keeps getting better. What makes it so much fun is the relationships between the characters; and all the humor thrown in by the way they banter and carry on with each other, much like in a comic book. I almost don't want to read the seventh and last book because I don't want the story to end. And just like with the fallen empire series, I will miss the characters when it's all over and done.
November 30, 2019
Planet Killer is another winner in Lindsay's best series yet!
I'm a fan of Lindsay Buroker's and have read all of her work. She is a great storyteller and has this absolutely engaging style of fast paced adventure, vulnerable yet unflappable leading characters, witty dialog and storylines that don't bog you down in scientific details. Grab this series (or any others) and settle down for a fun ride!
Planet Killer is book 6.5 in this series (read Knight Protector after book 5) and it continues the action as Casmir and crew work from afar to save their home planet from attack.
I'm a fan of Lindsay Buroker's and have read all of her work. She is a great storyteller and has this absolutely engaging style of fast paced adventure, vulnerable yet unflappable leading characters, witty dialog and storylines that don't bog you down in scientific details. Grab this series (or any others) and settle down for a fun ride!
Planet Killer is book 6.5 in this series (read Knight Protector after book 5) and it continues the action as Casmir and crew work from afar to save their home planet from attack.
December 5, 2019
Write Faster!
I love pretty much everything that Lindsay buroker has done. Her characters come to life and drag you into their lives and their world. These are people that I would consider friends and fun to hang out with. Or be kidnapped with! The plot moves along at a breathtaking pace and the only bad part is when it comes to an end. The dry humor and the twisted plots are like the best British comedy. Discrete plotlines coming together in ways you didn't see happening. My only problem is that they end and I don't get to hang out with my friends for months.
I love pretty much everything that Lindsay buroker has done. Her characters come to life and drag you into their lives and their world. These are people that I would consider friends and fun to hang out with. Or be kidnapped with! The plot moves along at a breathtaking pace and the only bad part is when it comes to an end. The dry humor and the twisted plots are like the best British comedy. Discrete plotlines coming together in ways you didn't see happening. My only problem is that they end and I don't get to hang out with my friends for months.
December 6, 2019
I LOVE it!!
I am a huge fan of Lindsay Buroker! I have read almost every one of her books and I cannot get enough! I love the the way she writes. She doesn't go into deep character past or exactly what they look like;she just starts with the day their adventures begin.
This review is not doing her work justice. While I am waiting for book 7 to come out I will reread this series because there is SO much going on. If you are looking for an amazing adventure to get into I highly recommend this series or any of her other space operas! They are all fantastic!!
I am a huge fan of Lindsay Buroker! I have read almost every one of her books and I cannot get enough! I love the the way she writes. She doesn't go into deep character past or exactly what they look like;she just starts with the day their adventures begin.
This review is not doing her work justice. While I am waiting for book 7 to come out I will reread this series because there is SO much going on. If you are looking for an amazing adventure to get into I highly recommend this series or any of her other space operas! They are all fantastic!!
December 9, 2019
Another great chapter in the series - this was book six. Like the five books before that author is a good story teller and the characters grow on you to the degree you want to see the good guys win and the bad guys get what due! The plot thickens even more so in (book six) and brings you to the edge of your seat - but alas there is a book seven in early 2020. Start at book one and enjoy the ride. I want the story to conclude, but have enjoyed all the other books - Just can't wait for the next book :-)
March 25, 2021
A non lifeform that can rival a comedian.
This series gets better and better. The dialogs and character interactions will keep you promising yourself " just one more chapter" until dawn. If you liked Star Trek, the original tv. Series, then Casmir is your Spock reverse. Spock had zero emotion Casmir is rift with it. Both have super powerful logical intelligence.
Spoiler alert .. if you get embarassed laughing out loud while reading, you might consider a more isolated reading location. I know you will enjoy reading this book.
This series gets better and better. The dialogs and character interactions will keep you promising yourself " just one more chapter" until dawn. If you liked Star Trek, the original tv. Series, then Casmir is your Spock reverse. Spock had zero emotion Casmir is rift with it. Both have super powerful logical intelligence.
Spoiler alert .. if you get embarassed laughing out loud while reading, you might consider a more isolated reading location. I know you will enjoy reading this book.
November 25, 2019
Casmir, Zee, Kim, Oku .... I’ve been trying to figure out what makes this series so good and, with this book, think I’ve figured it out: it’s how superbly the characters are developed and how perfectly they interact. Sure, there’s also a fantastic exciting tale that’s perfectly written, and I suppose that helps too, but this book makes me wish I could be a mutant octopus with hands so that I could, you know, put eight thumbs up. Highly recommended? Yes indeed.
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