Hand of Fate

Backyard Starship, Book 21

By: J.N. Chaney, Terry Maggert

Narrated by: Jeffrey Kafer

For the first time ever, Van has to deliver the remains of fallen comrades.

At the Starsmith, he's presented with an opportunity to change the face of the war, even as Torina and Van begin planning for the ultimate shift in their galaxy: Parenthood.

But first, the crew must prepare for an unexpected gift—a new, unknown fleet of ships, uncrewed and hidden deep out in the black.

There's just one problem. They have the ships, but they need pilots and a secret base to create their fleet. For that job, they'll need an ally of unparalleled strength.

The Schegith Protectorate.

With friends and a little time, Van and his AI friends create a plan so bold it will take them into the heart of Yotov's web—and far from anyone who can help them. Earth hangs in the balance, and the fight for humanity's future will take place among the stars.

©2024 Variant Publications (P)2025 Podium Audio

Who to trust

As Vann and his crew now all have bounties on them. They must use alternative routes and contacts to stay safe.
Terina is about to have a baby. And Ikky and Paxamar have three young ones.
But the evil of the Stillness is seeking to kill them.

The saga continues

Good job guys. keep up the good work. Looking for the next book in the series.

I want more!

This story is great I can hardly wait for the next part of the story, The continuation of all characters. Each one has their own persona. Thank you both authors it is hard relate except the early masters of Sci-fi. I have been lucky to have read many of them.

Hurry Pleaae

After twenty-one books another cliff hanger. Probably one of the best. This is top notch writing, plot and character development ever. Keep at it! Looking forward to #22

Another Fine Book

After 20 books the story continues. This is not my favorite book in the series but for Backyard Starship fans it is fine. If you have read the series it is worth it, if you have not you probably will not care for it.

Legal Outlaw

It was great to see how Van and crew and gathered outside associations work to free the galaxy of its corruption. I'll be back for the continued unfolding. This Saga and Universe is a fun and great one to be a part of.

This series just gets better and better...

It's amazing that you become a member of the crew and you get to follow there adventures. I am going to miss everyone when this series ends.

I love these books!

The plot twists in this series keep you guessing. I just wish they were longer. I am really enjoying the ride.

Interaction between the characters

It’s really hard to find anything to dislike about this series. I’ve enjoyed every book. I really like the interplay between the characters and the fact that they have caring and empathy and really want to do the right thing every time something sorely lacking in our current state of affairs

love it

great story as always wish it was put into bigger books instead of this 15 plus series, am I rite?