The Complete Dead Planet Series

By: Drew Avera

Narrated by: Al Kessel

Length: 12 hrs and 27 mins

Publisher's summary

The future is darker than you think!

When Serus Blackwell was recruited into The Agency, he had to leave his family behind. The Agency stripped him of his humanity, but they failed to take his memories during his programming.

During a hit, Serus discovers that his sister, Kara, is next on the list for execution by an organization called The Syndicate, but the woman who should have been removed from his memories triggers an act of defiance that will set him on a course no one ever expected.

In order to save Kara, Serus turns his back on The Agency on a suicide mission that reveals something more sinister than he ever could have realized: The Syndicate’s plans to destroy Mars.

Can he save the last surviving member of his family and save the only world he has ever known, or will he have to choose which is more important: family or the millions of lives at stake if he does nothing?

The Dead Planet Series is a dystopian science fiction series that shows how far someone will go to save the people they love, even if it means they must destroy who they are to do it.

©2013, 2017 Drew Alexander Avera (P)2018 Drew Alexander Avera

Never a dull moment!!!

Al Kessel does another outstanding job! Great action, adventure, and sci-fi! Never a dull moment.

Nice relaxing read.

A dark view of the future where the powerful rule without regard to the masses. Can't help but feel this is a political commentary book based on saving your loved one. The story is good as is the voice acting. Having the three titles together is defiantly a plus for this series.

It is a unique look into the future and the never ending fight between good and evil.

I have long enjoyed stories of the struggle between good and evil. And space ships. Avera does a great job is his first Trilogy of describing a future where a tyrannical oligarchy all but destroys earth, flees to a colonized Mars and sets about doing the same there. But at the darkest moment, heros arise and the age old battle of light and darkness ensues. I would recommend this story to anyone who enjoys a wholesome syfi story with clearly defined hero’s and villains.

Enjoyable series

In this box set Drew Avera gives the listener the opportunity to hear the entire saga in one package. From the beginning with Exodus; through the middle with Verity; to the last with Endgame. You will be taken on a journey from Mars to Earth and back again as the main characters struggle to save both civilizations on Earth and Mars from cruel enslavement to the Syndicate into true freedom.

Another well-written story from a very good author

Exodus (Dead Planet #1), my ninth read from author Drew Avera. Enjoyable police detective science fiction adventure read.

Verity (Dead Planet #2), my tenth read from author Drew Avera. Enjoyable Dystopian science fiction adventure read. The story was well-written & flowed smoothly & quickly, although short.

Endgame (Dead Planet #3), my eleventh read from author Drew Avera. Enjoyable Dystopian science fiction adventure read. I was given a copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review." The gifting of this book did not affect my opinion of it. The story was well-written & flowed smoothly & quickly, although short. (RIP Marley January 20, 2014 - July 24, 2018).

Great SciFi Adventure

If I could rate this audiobook with a 4.5 I would, as I really enjoyed the first and third book of this series. The second book seemed to be more of a bridge between the first and third books. The first book captured my attention from the opening pages until the end with all the twists and turns. In the second book, the action slowed down. In the third book, I couldn't wait to find out what happened next. I liked the way the author wrote the character of Serus, as a man trapped between his conditioning and his emotions. Al Kessel's narration was entertaining. I was given a free copy of the audiobook, and I have voluntarily posted this review.

Storyline

Great book. Love the storyline. Couldn’t stop playing it.

The narrator did a great job in keeping my attention captive.

Loved the futuristic devices used, I could visualize everything realistically happening.

Highly recommend.

Murder, programming, and interplanetary travel

Avera's 3 books come packaged completely in one 13 hour or so audiobook. Set in a future where interplanetary travel is possible, and people can be programmed for specific jobs. The MC is one such person. He has been programmed into a deadly enforcer. Serus Blackwel is brainwashed, for lack of a better term, into forgetting who he is, and forced into working for a planet wide syndicate (that is responsible for something that will not make him happy when he finds out).

Over time he breaks free of his programming, and becomes a freedom fighter trying to save Mars, and break the people there free from their oppression. Serus grows as a character from one book to the next. Think of how Robocop went from being aby the book machine into a fragment of the man he was. Serus isn't Robocop, but his journey is much the same.

Avera does a great job with plotting, pacing, and the action. The only real complaint that I have is that the rest of the characters don't seem to be as fully developed. Granted, they are secondary characters, but I would have liked to see some personal growth their way too.

Kessel does a fine job narrating, and his style compliments the series as a whole. He fits Serus to a tee, and is excellent at portraying his inner conflict. He also adds to the battle scenes. He really sets the overall tone.

Great Listen!

I received this audio book for free in exchange for my honest review. This is a very well written story with excellent narration that you will surely enjoy as much as I did.

Well done dystopia

Narrated brilliantly by Al Kessel, the story of Serus Blackwell in the Complete Dead Planet Series takes readers on a turbulent journey. Forced into The Agency and transformed into a skilled assassin, Serus finds himself on the deadly and dusty landscape of a futuristic Mars. Little did he expect that his own sister, Kara, would become a target for a "Policeman" to eliminate. Determined to uncover the truth, Serus must reluctantly collaborate with individuals he despises, as the haunting question of why Kara is marked for death gnaws at him. As a result, Serus and his trusted allies are compelled to turn their deadly abilities against the very Agency that shaped them, in order to thwart an organization obsessed with absolute dominance and callous toward the countless lives at stake.

Sacrifices and harrowing consequences abound in this compelling narrative, where one man's unwavering resolve drives the plot forward. The story is a thrilling, intellectually stimulating, and profoundly thought-provoking adventure. Drew Avera weaves an intricate tale filled with suspense and unexpected twists, leaving readers gripped until the very end.

With Al Kessel's fantastic narration, the characters come to life, their emotions palpable, and their journeys heart-wrenchingly real. Kessel's skillful delivery enhances the suspense and tension, keeping listeners engaged from start to finish.

Overall, the Complete Dead Planet Series is a highly recommended and immensely enjoyable experience. It effortlessly combines elements of excitement, intelligence, and profound moral dilemmas. Whether you're a fan of action-packed adventures or seeking a story that delves into deeper themes, this series is sure to satisfy your cravings. Be prepared to be captivated by the enthralling world created by Drew Avera and skillfully brought to life by Al Kessel's narration.