Ghost in the Deep

Backyard Starship, Book 17

By: J.N. Chaney, Terry Maggert

Narrated by: Jeffrey Kafer

For Van and his crew, danger is no longer just among the stars.

On earth, the Fafnir has drawn the attention of the most dangerous predator known to humanity—Bureaucrats.

Between human enemies and alien allies, Van finds himself on the edge of a powerful change in his career.

From the depths of his family history, an old enemy returns with plans for power at any cost. Just as his grandfather did fifty years earlier, Van will meet and challenge the threat of an ancient empire that spans deserts, stars, and time. This enemy will force Van's hand as he confronts a question at the heart of who he is—what does it mean to be alive, and who controls your life?

But there's more than just war and crime. There might be a wedding, there will be cheese, and Funboy has a growing career as a television personality in the Midwest, but only if he can wear a tuxedo, of course.

Join Van and the crew as they find that friendship never dies, and neither does greed—at least, not around the Guild.

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love the direct carry on of these stories.

love the characters and follow on and subtel character emotions. been here since book 1. glad to enjoy the ride.

Nicely paced story

I was kind of getting used to the Groucho Marks interpretation of Perry in the peace, Scaper wars, and having a hard time listening to them in the continuing backyard starship books if you could do something about that or will he suddenly start speaking like Groucho after he gets all his memories back?

All the people

They have created a lively world and environment for all to enjoy. I have been lucky to have found this series and have been drawn into it. It is like reading the masters of Sci-Fi and to think back to all the good memories that I have been able to enjoy. Thank both authors for their ability to enjoy!

Always leaving me wanting the next

This has been an exceptionally well thought out plot and story / I’ve enjoyed it and continue to become anxious for the next installment.

Incredible story

This series has captivated me in a surprising way. I have completed 17 in this series, and will likely finish all of the series as well as the spin offs. In my opinion, this is a modern day Star Wars!