Marooned: Space Opera

Arcadia's Children

De: Andrew Williams

Narrado por: Mike Cole

Marooned is a prequel to the Arcadia's Children Series.

Bee Bee is the narrator: "My name is Bee Bee; well, at least that’s what everyone calls me. The last year has been tough, and I’ve found myself on the Empress of Incognita, traveling through the stars toward a new life with my dad and stepmum. Or at least that’s what should be happening. When the Empress hits a mine in deep space, things go from bad to worse. Not only are some of the other passengers a threat; once we leave the Empress and end up on ‘Arcadia’, we realize that its occupants, the Great Ones, are going to make life extremely difficult for all of us. Find out how we get marooned!"

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A Riveting Space Odyssey Unfolds in 'Marooned'!

Marooned, a captivating prequel to the Arcadia's Children Series, introduces us to the resilient narrator, Bee Bee. The narrative kicks off with a promising interstellar journey on the Empress of Incognita, but when disaster strikes, Bee Bee's world takes a thrilling turn. The plot intricately weaves suspense, danger, and unexpected alliances, leaving readers on the edge of their seats. The arrival on 'Arcadia' brings new challenges from the enigmatic Great Ones, setting the stage for an enthralling space adventure.

An exciting and entertaining sci-fi adventure!

Forty-some years ago my uncle gave me a science fiction anthology. It was a thick red hardback that I read from cover to cover. It inspired a lifelong love of the genre. The stories in that book made me think outside the box. They filled me with awe for the imagination it took to write them. That book still remains in my collection today. The title is OMNIBUS OF SCIENCE FICTION, edited by Groff Conklin, a well-known and prolific editor of the genre. It was published in 1952, the Golden Age of Science Fiction. It’s a substantial volume, 562 pages, with 43 stories divided into sections relating to a common theme. Some stories are fun, some are thought-provoking, and some are adventurous. I love them all.

MAROONED by Andrew R. Williams is a prequel to the Arcadia's Children Series. It’s a brilliantly written and richly descriptive novel with skillfully drawn characters and settings. The author weaves a well-crafted sci-fi action and adventure that had me captivated from the start. Skillfully constructed, this exciting and energetic sci-fi had me turning the pages from beginning to end.

To summarize the synopsis: I'm 15, almost 16, and my name is Bee Bee, or at least that's what everyone calls me. After a difficult year, I've found myself on the Empress of Incognita, sailing through the stars to a new life with my father and stepmother. At the very least, that's how it should be. Things only become worse when the Empress collides with a deep-space mine. Not only are some of the other passengers dangerous, but as we leave the Empress and get to 'Arcadia,' we realize that the Great Ones that live there will make life incredibly difficult for us all. Read on to learn how we became stranded!

MAROONED is well-written and exactly the right length to give you excitement with many surprises along the way, and then it's over, leaving you feeling good but eagerly anticipating more. Very highly recommended and a well-deserved five stars from me.

Intriguing

Marooned by Andrew R Williams is the prequel to Arcadia's Children series. Now we get to the part where and how everything started - Arcadia. It's a well written story with a lots of twists, turns and suspense with a good measure of intrigue thrown into the mix. I love the character and world building in this novel, just like the author's other books from this series.

Meet Bee Bee, a teenager who asks a lot of questions and the story revolves around how he grows up fast and why. If you love a good sci-fi or a good story, this is a must read.

The series of Arcadia makes even more sense, now that we have the prequel!

Marooned' Sets the Stage for Epic Escapades!

Marooned sets the stage for epic escapades as Bee Bee and fellow passengers find themselves stranded in the mysterious realm of 'Arcadia'. The tension builds relentlessly from the moment the Empress of Incognita hits a mine, creating a nail-biting atmosphere that propels the narrative forward. With each twist and turn, the characters' fates become more intricately entwined, promising readers an enthralling ride through a cosmos filled with peril and intrigue.

A Riveting Space Adventure with a Twist

This is a remarkable space opera that seamlessly weaves together elements of adventure, mystery, and suspense. The story introduces us to a young protagonist facing the challenges of a new life aboard the Empress of Incognita, alongside her dad and stepmother. The initial setup draws you into the world of space travel and sets the stage for an extraordinary journey.