Center of Gravity: Star Carrier, Book Two

By: Ian Douglas

Narrated by: Nick Sullivan

Length: 13 hrs and 15 mins

Publisher's summary

In the evolution of every sentient race, there is a turning point when the species achieves transcendence through technology. The warlike Sh'daar are determined that this monumental milestone will never be achieved by the creatures known as human.

On the far side of known human space, the Marines are under siege, battling the relentless servant races of the Sh'daar aggressor. With a task force stripped to the bone and the Terran Confederation of States racked by dissent, rogue Admiral Alexander Koenig must make the momentous decision that will seal his fate and the fate of humankind. A strong defensive posture is futile, so Koenig will seize the initiative and turn the gargantuan Star Carrier America toward the unknown. For the element of surprise is the only hope of stalling the Sh'daar assault on Earth's solar system - and the war for humankind's survival must be taken directly to the enemy.

Also listen to the first book, Earth Strike: Star Carrier, Book One.

©2011 William H. Keith, Jr. (P)2011 HarperCollinsPublishers

If you enjoyed the 1st installment...

You'll enjoy this one. Same generic plot, same boilerplate characters, same breakneck space battles that are highly entertaining, etc.... However I'd say this book is roughly 50% space battle where the first book was 75%. There is a bit more downtime and an attempt to flesh out characters, aliens, and the conflict. A nice attempt, but nothing surprising.

Once again a very decent performance from Nick Sullivan.

Biggest gripe: like the first book, Ian Douglas explains everything over and over and over. How many time do we need explained that a VC-10 CRATE missile has a variable yield warhead and can accelerate at 5000G? Really?

Great

Sullivan brings so much more life and attitude to the characters of the story! Sullivan's voice with Douglas' story is the perfect combination of story telling!

A fun listen

This is a good continuation of the Star Carrier series. Some human and alien interest subplots with SciFi tech and battle descriptions throughout. Military acronyms abound, but are not overwhelming. It was interesting that the author shows the emotional loss on both sides of the conflict.

Good sify listen

good listen, the science is as good as a far out sify can be expected so no hard thinking just enjoy the battle.

Too much of the Drab military narration. Story...

Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not?

Nah, I just wanted it to end. It took up the time for a long drive but that's it.

Would you recommend Center of Gravity: Star Carrier, Book Two to your friends? Why or why not?

Same answer. NO

Would you be willing to try another one of Nick Sullivan’s performances?

NO

Did Center of Gravity: Star Carrier, Book Two inspire you to do anything?

Take the next book in the series off of my wish list

Any additional comments?

Just wasn't for me, and I like syfi. The narrator is not my favorite for sure, but he has to read what's in front of him so overall it's really the book that just doesn't do it for me.

5 STARS!

This book has a great story with great narration. Lots of action. Differant Aliens and a nice turn arround. I'm off to listen to book 3

Science fiction at it's best

I'm not generally a fan of science fiction, but this book was so good and well written that I am going to try
another book by Ian Douglas soon. Do yourself a favor and see what you think about this one.

For me this is only the second book okay.

Only on the second book, but for now it is working for me. Can't wait to see where the America goes next. Very well written series so far will post more after book 3.

One of my favs. Listened to the series twice.

What makes this series different from the rest of the galactic space operas, is its focus on technology. If you like a science-focused story, with an interesting twist on humanity's relationship with the rest of the galaxy, you'll enjoy this series.

Star Carrier America Battle Group takes battle to the enemy

Admiral Koenig and his America battle group go on the offensive even as the enemy nibbles on Terran Confederation space. He attacks the enemy occupying a recently lost Confederation station, and continues beyond at station to engage a major enemy outpost.

Character development is again limited, but LT Ryan joins LT Grey and Admiral Koenig as focus characters. We and the Confederation know much about the enemy. All lessons are hard won. At least half of the book comprises space battles.