After the Crown

By: K. B. Wagers

Narrated by: Angèle Masters

The adrenaline-fueled, Star Wars-style sequel to Behind the Throne, a new space adventure series from author K.B. Wagers.

Former gunrunner-turned-Empress Hail Bristol was dragged back to her home planet to fill her rightful position in the palace. With her sisters and parents murdered, the Indranan empire is on the brink of war. Hail must quickly make alliances with nearby worlds if she has any hope of surviving her rule.

When peace talks turn violent and Hail realizes she's been betrayed, she must rely on her old gunrunning ways to get out of trouble. With help from an old boss and some surprising new allies, she must risk everything to save her world.

Critic reviews

A hell of a ride... it has an exuberance, an utter delight in putting its space opera operatics right into your face that makes it just about entirely wonderful as an example of the genre: I enjoyed the hell out of it, and I'm really looking forward to seeing what comes next.—Tor.com on After the Crown

"'Crown' is fastpaced, and its focus on a female action heroine defined by her decisions rather than romance is refreshing and fun."—The Washington Post on After the Crown

"Two books in, this series has exemplified political plotting as compelling as the badass heroine at its center."—The B&N Sci-Fi & Fantasy Blog on After the Crown

Craving a galactic adventure? K.B. Wagers' second Indranan War novel is just the ticket.—Bookish on After the Crown

"Interesting multilayered space opera and court intrigue... for fans of shows like Firefly and Killjoys."—Pop Culture Beast on After the Crown

"Full of fast-paced action and brutal palace intrigue, starring the fiercest princess this side of Westeros."—B&N.com on Behind the Throne

"Taut suspense, strong characterization, and dark, rapid-fire humor are the highlights of this excellent SF adventure debut."—Publishers Weekly (starred review) on Behind the Throne

"This debut ranks among the best political SF novels in years, largely because of the indomitable, prickly Hail ... fast-paced, twisty space opera."—Library Journal (starred review) on Behind the Throne

"A darn good space adventure yarn. It takes the best of the smugglers' corner of the Star Wars universe and adds political intrigue and family drama."—Tor.com on Behind the Throne

"Behind the Throne opens with a bang and maintains the momentum throughout the story."—RT Book Reviews on Behind the Throne

"Promising science-fiction series ... for fans of stories with plenty of action and political maneuvering."—Booklist on Behind the Throne

Wayyy more action than the first

While the first book was mostly political drama on one planet, the second book is mostly world hoping and space wars. It’s awesome, but ends on a cliff hanger. I’m starting the next immediately! (PS: can she please come up with a better catchphrase than “bugger me”??)

brilliant and exciting heroine!!

great story about a reluctant empress protecting her nation planet. Excellent sci Fi. Thrilling story. definitely NOT a waste of one credit!!!!

Great Sequel

There's more action in this sequel than in the first book. Especially in the last half when they leave the planet and we meet Hail's friends from her gun running days. But it still has all the heart and political intrigue of Behind the Throne. Empress Hail and her bodyguards are getting closer. The dialog back and forth between them adds little touches of humor.

The narration by Angele Masters just keeps getting better too. She handles all the action as well as the dialog smoothly and brings the story to life.

Super Series

Book 2 is even more explosive than Book 1. I love the story and the characters. The blend of Hail as an empress and a gun runner works perfectly. I cannot wait to dive into Book 3.

Excellent work . Enjoy the series .

I' really enjoyed this resentaation . I have read all three books in the series. but the audible editions have added a new level of appreciation of the work.