An Axe To Grind

Guild Wars #4

by Jon R. Osborne

The Omega War may have ended, but neither Earth nor the galaxy are at peace. Bjorn Tovesson III, commander of Bjorn’s Berserkers has returned to Earth. Bear Town is a smoldering ruin, and the Berserkers’ reputation is in the gutter. As Bjorn tries to chart a course for the Berserkers’ future, ghosts from the past haunt him. Meanwhile, the Information Guild and the Union Credit Exchange clash over the future of the Galactic Union’s economy. The Information Guild seeks to eliminate the red diamond standard, giving it sole control of the currency system, but the Union Credit Exchange harbors ambitions to become a guild in its own right. Both sides wage battle by weaponizing politics, piracy, and disinformation. While Bjorn hunts the aliens responsible for murdering his father and slaughtering many of the Berserkers trapped on Earth during Peepo’s invasion, he receives an offer too good to pass up. Despite the Mercenary Guild suspending contracts, Bjorn could make the credits needed to bring his plans to fruition. Can Bjorn put aside the past? Who will control the galaxy’s economy? The Omega War may be over, but everyone still has an axe to grind.

448 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 25, 2020

Reviews

[Antoine Robert · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bjorn Tovesson is a man on amission! Well, on many missions. In the aftermath of the Earth invasion, hisberserkers are back on Earth and he gathers the remnants of the troops whichhadn’t been evacuated towards Vishall with the idea to moving most of theoperation there. If it were only that simple! Many people are competing for histime, most notably, for the readers of Bjorn, two of his ex-girlfriends, one ofwhom acting on behalf of the US Government (not the governor of Texas). AsBjorn’s Berserkers came out of the unpleasantness with the Merc Guild, rumors coursethat they were not on the side of angels… But most importantly, Bjorn has an axe to grind against 2 Besquith: the officers he holds responsible for the death ofhis father!Of course, that's the easy part of life. As Bjron works towards his objectives, he lands in the middle of a conflict of galactic proportions and the resolution of that conflict will have far-reaching consequences for the Galactic Union. The story happens after the liberation of Earth by the Hussars and the cavaliers. is very enjoyable in all respects. In particular, the confrontation between characters we all love but who are seemingly on 2 sides of a fence is very skillfully done! Good personal development for Bjorn, far-reaching consequences for the Union! Very satisfying read, can't wait for more!

[Daniel T. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book

Excellent characters, tight story line what more can you ask for! Struggling with the death of his Dad and devastation of holdings on Earth Bjorn rebuilds the Bezerkers and seeks revenge. His struggle to maintain clarity during his mission and realization that that he was manipulated by the Information Guild . Great character study with the ND and supporting characters, along with excellent action. I give this a great book a strong recommendation!

[Thomas · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this story

This is another great story in the 4 horsemen universe! I love the personal dynamics that bring you fully into the story! A really good book, you won't be disappointed.

[Kenneth Sadens · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Read

I’d give this six stars if I could but the limit is five … it is THAT good! Long live the Beserkers!!

[Captain Dunsel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Some very likeable characters.