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Aurora Rhapsody #0.1
Restless
Space is vast and untamed, and it holds many secrets. Now two individuals from opposite ends of settled space are on a collision course with the darkest of those secrets, even as the world threatens to explode around them.—
—or they will be in about 8 years. Restless is a short story prequel to Starshine: Aurora Rising Book 1.
Before Alex Solovy was a successful interstellar scout, she was building starships and planning for the day when she would fly one she called her own. Before Caleb Marano was wiping out the terrorist group who murdered his mentor, he was…wiping out terrorist groups who murdered shopkeepers and threatened his friends.
Catch a glimpse of Aurora Rising’s heroes while they were still becoming the individuals they will need to be in order to face the galactic threat which, for now, waits silently in the void.
**Includes an excerpt from Starshine: Aurora Rising Book One**
—or they will be in about 8 years. Restless is a short story prequel to Starshine: Aurora Rising Book 1.
Before Alex Solovy was a successful interstellar scout, she was building starships and planning for the day when she would fly one she called her own. Before Caleb Marano was wiping out the terrorist group who murdered his mentor, he was…wiping out terrorist groups who murdered shopkeepers and threatened his friends.
Catch a glimpse of Aurora Rising’s heroes while they were still becoming the individuals they will need to be in order to face the galactic threat which, for now, waits silently in the void.
**Includes an excerpt from Starshine: Aurora Rising Book One**
61 pages, ebook
First published February 25, 2015
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About the author
G.S. Jennsen
52 books515 followersG. S. Jennsen is a speculative and science fiction author, as well as a futurist, geek, gamer, programmer and editor. She has become an internationally bestselling author since her first novel, Starshine, was published in March 2014. She has chosen to continue writing under an independent publishing model to ensure the integrity of her series and her ability to execute on the vision she’s had for it since its genesis.
While she has been a lawyer, a software engineer and an editor, she’s found the life of a full-time author preferable by several orders of magnitude.
When she isn’t writing, she’s gaming or working out or getting lost in the mountains that loom large outside the windows in her home. Or she’s dealing with a flooded basement, or standing in a line at Walmart reading the tabloid headlines and wondering who all of those people are. Or sitting on her back porch with a glass of wine, looking up at the stars, trying to figure out what could be up there.
While she has been a lawyer, a software engineer and an editor, she’s found the life of a full-time author preferable by several orders of magnitude.
When she isn’t writing, she’s gaming or working out or getting lost in the mountains that loom large outside the windows in her home. Or she’s dealing with a flooded basement, or standing in a line at Walmart reading the tabloid headlines and wondering who all of those people are. Or sitting on her back porch with a glass of wine, looking up at the stars, trying to figure out what could be up there.
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June 30, 2023
Upon my completion of the third book in the first trilogy of this universe I decided to plow on through with this little story seeing that the events occur after that of the last book and I have to say it was totally worth it.
This one offers a much needed peek into the not-very-well talked about aliens from another universe. We get a perspective from the alien entity, Mnemosyne on the possible reasons for their attempted invasion which was a nice touch and much needed.
The last book would have benefited from this, it was definitely intriguing enough for me to want to know more so I might be continuing on with the next trilogy after all. Good job, G.S. Jennsen.
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This one offers a much needed peek into the not-very-well talked about aliens from another universe. We get a perspective from the alien entity, Mnemosyne on the possible reasons for their attempted invasion which was a nice touch and much needed.
The last book would have benefited from this, it was definitely intriguing enough for me to want to know more so I might be continuing on with the next trilogy after all. Good job, G.S. Jennsen.
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April 17, 2016
An excellent Aurora Rising short story!
I loved this little prequel to Starshine. It follows the lives of Caleb and Alex for a day or two eight years before the events of Starshine. This short story captures each of their personalities and seemed to portray both of them as a bit less cynical than their characters in the later book. I liked getting to see how excited Alex was to start her space explorations with her new ship. It was also interesting seeing Caleb with his mentor who is not present for the events of Starshine.
This book is definitely well worth a read if you’re a fan of the Aurora Rising series but I wouldn’t recommend reading it unless you’ve read Starshine first. The characters and setting won’t make much sense otherwise as the book is too short to give any background.
I loved this little prequel to Starshine. It follows the lives of Caleb and Alex for a day or two eight years before the events of Starshine. This short story captures each of their personalities and seemed to portray both of them as a bit less cynical than their characters in the later book. I liked getting to see how excited Alex was to start her space explorations with her new ship. It was also interesting seeing Caleb with his mentor who is not present for the events of Starshine.
This book is definitely well worth a read if you’re a fan of the Aurora Rising series but I wouldn’t recommend reading it unless you’ve read Starshine first. The characters and setting won’t make much sense otherwise as the book is too short to give any background.
June 3, 2015
I love everything about this series, so it was no surprise that I adored this novella too. Short, sweet (it's not as long as it appears on the kindle because the author offers a short preview of the first book in the series) and having read the other books, I loved this one even more.
Because . . . Caleb.
Because . . . Caleb.
January 29, 2016
I've always loved stuff like this. It's always fun to read these short stories after you've gotten introduced to a series and all of the characters because you can read it and they all just feel like old friends. And yet you're learning new things about them and you catch a glimpse of something other than what you've already seen.
It was definitely enjoyable to see what Alex and Caleb were up to "back when everything was okay!"
It was definitely enjoyable to see what Alex and Caleb were up to "back when everything was okay!"
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October 11, 2015I enjoyed this a lot more than I thought I would. I liked the Aurora Rising books, but I think it's easy for writers to do stories like this and not really have a point to it. That wasn't the case here. This quick little glimpse into the two primary characters' lives before the Aurora Rising series starts was interesting and a really fun read. I appreciated that it worked on its own as a standalone story, too.
March 1, 2015
I loved this added extra to the Aurora Rising world. It gave us a glimpse of Alex and Caleb before the universe hit them in the face. There's an innocence about them but also hints of what they become. And even here there is a connection, something special in the making. I thoroughly enjoyed it.
May 20, 2015
No surprise here - I liked it.
Duh. I'm a fan of G. S. and her work and this is no exception. Her usual word and story crafting are in evidence in this short glimpse into the earlier lives of Alex and Caleb.
As long as she keeps writing, I will keep reading. And recommending this gifted author to anyone who will listen!
Duh. I'm a fan of G. S. and her work and this is no exception. Her usual word and story crafting are in evidence in this short glimpse into the earlier lives of Alex and Caleb.
As long as she keeps writing, I will keep reading. And recommending this gifted author to anyone who will listen!
April 14, 2015
A short but sweet little addition to the Aurora Rising series for those that like just that little bit more. It gives a little more background to the two main characters which ties in nicely to the rest of the series.
March 26, 2015
Very quick little blurb into the lives of our two future protagonists, but nicely done and very interesting. I will be looking into the rest of this series.
February 27, 2021
This is a short story that gives background for the Aurora Rising series This story gives a bit of history of the two main characters and I am glad I took time to read it.
November 3, 2015
Although ‘Restless’ is short – just 53 pages – you also get the prologue and first two chapters of ‘Starshine’ the first book of the Aurora Rising trilogy. It’s an excellent way of introducing the reader to Alex and Caleb before they meet up on the fringes of the Metis nebula when Alex, mistaking his space cruiser for a mercenary raider, destroys his ship then rescues him.
Alex, in case you’ve yet to meet her, is strong-willed, confident, dangerously attractive and comes complete with her personal extremely advanced space cruiser. Caleb Marano is a highly skilled (naturally good-looking) covert ops agent of the Senecan Intelligence.
‘Restless’ is also a neat way of introducing several of the other main players in the ‘Aurora Rising’ trilogy – particularly Kennedy (a wealthy and brilliant spaceship designer, Alex’s girl-friend from way back), Mia (a feisty young entrepreneur complete with her personal Artificial) and Alex’s unforgettable mother, Admiral Miriam Solovy of the Earth Alliance.
Read and enjoy – along, quite definitely, with the remainder of GS Jennsen’s sci-fi books.
Alex, in case you’ve yet to meet her, is strong-willed, confident, dangerously attractive and comes complete with her personal extremely advanced space cruiser. Caleb Marano is a highly skilled (naturally good-looking) covert ops agent of the Senecan Intelligence.
‘Restless’ is also a neat way of introducing several of the other main players in the ‘Aurora Rising’ trilogy – particularly Kennedy (a wealthy and brilliant spaceship designer, Alex’s girl-friend from way back), Mia (a feisty young entrepreneur complete with her personal Artificial) and Alex’s unforgettable mother, Admiral Miriam Solovy of the Earth Alliance.
Read and enjoy – along, quite definitely, with the remainder of GS Jennsen’s sci-fi books.
May 9, 2016
This is an interesting read on its own but so much more if you have read the Aurora sagas. It is a short story and lacks the background and depth to make it memorable. Read within the context of the larger series, all that is filled in and more, giving more background to the characters in the series. Confusing? Sorry. Anyway this is well written with the same fun, quirkiness and pace present in the main story. Heck - read them all - you won't regret it.
July 18, 2016
An appetizer
This was one of the best short stories I've read in some time. Now I really want to read the rest of the Aurora books. The writing is great, the dialogue is totally believable as are the characters, and the storyline is intriguing! All this and space too. What more could a Sci Fi fan ask for?
This was one of the best short stories I've read in some time. Now I really want to read the rest of the Aurora books. The writing is great, the dialogue is totally believable as are the characters, and the storyline is intriguing! All this and space too. What more could a Sci Fi fan ask for?
April 16, 2015
Quick read since it's a short story (not when a novella, just an interlude). Nice way to get a little more background on Alex and Caleb.
May 14, 2015
I love sci-fi
October 8, 2015
Short but sweet
July 22, 2015
Good read
Prequel to a really good book, Starshine. I wish it had been longer. I enjoyed it a lot. You will too.
Prequel to a really good book, Starshine. I wish it had been longer. I enjoyed it a lot. You will too.
October 28, 2015
Strong woman with agency and mother issues; tough guy with redeeming features and a sense of honor he hasn't used until he meets the girl. Romance with sci-fi elements and daring do with space ships.
January 25, 2016
As far as prequel novellas go, this was pretty good. Gave me an insight as to the quality of writing and have me hooked on the main characters. Looking forward to giving the next book a try.
February 16, 2023
Alexis (Alex) Solovy had spent two years with IS Design and learned everything they had to teach her about spaceship design. Then she went to Pacifica Aerodynamics and learned all she could from them. During this time, she saved every credit she could and bought her very own customized ship. She left Pacifica on good terms and planned on being her own boss as she took her vessel to the stars. She did this while Caleb Marano protected the Seneca government and its individuals from possible blackmail and extorsion. He also involved himself in people’s lives he did and did not know. He protected them and did it all behind the scenes without their even knowing, no matter how much blood he needed to spill, professionally or personally.
This book is a short story prequel to the beginning series starter Starshine. It tells of where the main characters of Starshine are and what they are doing eight years before the novel’s events, and how they got started. The world-building is not as good as it is in Starshine, but then again, it does not have to be, as the character interaction is what drives this story.
I like science fiction and action & adventure, and if you do too, I suggest reading this short story and perhaps following it by reading Starshine. I give this read five stars out of five stars.
This book is a short story prequel to the beginning series starter Starshine. It tells of where the main characters of Starshine are and what they are doing eight years before the novel’s events, and how they got started. The world-building is not as good as it is in Starshine, but then again, it does not have to be, as the character interaction is what drives this story.
I like science fiction and action & adventure, and if you do too, I suggest reading this short story and perhaps following it by reading Starshine. I give this read five stars out of five stars.
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July 11, 2024This is placed before the start of the actual books in my omnibus, but I think the reader will be making a mistake by reading this before they read the actual story and know anything about the characters. What a terrible placement decision. Prequels are usually not meant to be read before the actual story, and I feel like this one wasn't either. It's not even a short story, as there's no plot. It's just a series of vignettes meant to revisit the characters you knew and loved. Before having read anything about them, it reads terrible. That's also why I don't rate, as I haven't read the story yet, this was presented as the part before it, so I wasn't going to skip around in the giant ebook. So just a warning to the reader. DO SKIP AROUND. Read this last.
April 13, 2022
Wonderful space opera listening 🎶😯
Another will written fantasy Sci-Fi space opera adventure thriller short story by G. S. Jennsen about earth 🌎 and colonies in outer space as player go through their daily lives. I would recommend this novella to readers of fantasy Sci-Fi novels. Enjoy the adventure of reading 👓 or listening 🎶 to Alexa as I do because of eye issues and damage. 🏡🔰👒😉 2022
Another will written fantasy Sci-Fi space opera adventure thriller short story by G. S. Jennsen about earth 🌎 and colonies in outer space as player go through their daily lives. I would recommend this novella to readers of fantasy Sci-Fi novels. Enjoy the adventure of reading 👓 or listening 🎶 to Alexa as I do because of eye issues and damage. 🏡🔰👒😉 2022
September 19, 2022
This short story is a prequel to the Aurora Rising trilogy in Jennsen's Amaranthe universe. It's only about 20 pages, so it does little more than introduce the characters who are, I imagine, going to be main characters in the trilogy - I haven't read it yet. It's nicely written but I expect readers who have already read the trilogy (or at least some of it) will probably get more out of it than I did as they will be more invested in the characters.
May 12, 2019
Aurora Rising
I really enjoyed this prequel to the Aurora Universe. I've read the entire series of 9 novels and various short stories. It's one of the most imaginative universes I've ever read. Truly an achievement in the SF world.
The science is plausible, action believable and characters well developed. If you don't read this series you're missing out on a great adventure.
I really enjoyed this prequel to the Aurora Universe. I've read the entire series of 9 novels and various short stories. It's one of the most imaginative universes I've ever read. Truly an achievement in the SF world.
The science is plausible, action believable and characters well developed. If you don't read this series you're missing out on a great adventure.
January 24, 2020
Intriguing
This was a free download of a suggested author on my Amazon account, so I downloaded and thought, "why not?" I'm so glad I did. I enjoyed this prequel to a series I now have decided to read. Space and a sarcastic heroine make me very happy.
This was a free download of a suggested author on my Amazon account, so I downloaded and thought, "why not?" I'm so glad I did. I enjoyed this prequel to a series I now have decided to read. Space and a sarcastic heroine make me very happy.
December 9, 2021
Prologue to the Best Series Ever!
A great teaser for a Universe only G. S. Jensen could draw us into. So big, so bold and so, so vast and varied it is so awesome it will blow your mind.
A great teaser for a Universe only G. S. Jensen could draw us into. So big, so bold and so, so vast and varied it is so awesome it will blow your mind.
March 1, 2017
This was sweet. It was nice seeing a young Alex and Caleb.
March 1, 2018
4 Stars
Restless is clearly a setup short story for this science fiction series. I enjoyed it and will read book one next.
Restless is clearly a setup short story for this science fiction series. I enjoyed it and will read book one next.
June 26, 2018
Just enough of the story to intrigue to get the next one. love the idea she followed her dreams, and worked her way there.
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