Bøger af A K DuBoff

They'll do the right thing--so long as there's a good payday.Jack Tressler and the crew of the Little Princess II are bored. Despite repeated attempts to go legit, they're drawn to the allure of black market dealings. Their latest venture: covertly transporting passengers. With their spaceship not quite up to snuff for a high-paying client, they decide to get the vessel detailed. However, through a series of miscommunications, the crew inadvertently finds themselves taking on more passengers than they'd planned--and being the latest addition to a human trafficking ring. With a dangerous pirate gang known as the Blue Rabbits expecting delivery of their human cargo, Jack and his friends hatch a daring plan to free the innocent workers. That is, so long as they get to take home some loot in the process. Making Trouble is the third installment in Troubled Space, a series of short, comedic space opera novellas perfect for fans of Space Team, Spaceballs, and other funny sci-fi.

A secret galactic war. An insidious conspiracy. One final hope for victory.Wil Sietinen is driven by duty. Second in line to a powerful family dynasty, the young noble would rather design starships than use his formidable telekinetic abilities for battle in the galactic military. However, Wil's hopes for peace shatter when he's kidnapped by a mysterious alien enemy, only to discover a brutal interstellar war has been covertly waging for centuries.Learning that he's the genetic endgame of a generations-long plan to win the war, Wil grapples with the daunting responsibility of being his people's final hope for victory. But when he realizes the enemy isn't who he's been led to believe, he faces an impossible moral dilemma as the fate of his civilization hangs in the balance.Caught between ruthless adversaries and unsure who to trust, can Wil secure the galactic empire's future?Shadows of Empire is the riveting first installment in the Cadicle series, a timeless space opera epic filled with interstellar adventure, political intrigue, and virtuous heroes. Join three generations of one noble family as they navigate love and war to lead a revolution that will change the course of a galactic empire."Appealing characters and detailed worldbuilding draw the reader into a tale of politics, sabotage, kidnapping, telekinesis, and clones. [...] DuBoff weaves together sympathetic characters, an intriguing plot, devious villains, exciting space adventure, and hopes pinned on a chosen savior." - Publisher's WeeklyShadows of Empire is Book 1 in the Cadicle series, containing three volumes: Volume 1: Architects of DestinyVolume 2: Veil of RealityVolume 3: Bonds of ResolveNOTE: Shadows of Empire was previously published as Rumors of War.

Nothing could possibly go wrong. Probably. Well, maybe...When you go to the trouble of legitimately buying a ship for your illegitimate smuggling operation, and that ship turns out to be stolen from a powerful weapons dealer... well, you might figure the universe hates you.But not Jack Tressler, an aspiring smuggler; he's used to taking misfortune in stride.Given the choice to die-or get an ill-fitting cybernetic eye and join a crew of thieves on a crazy heist-he opts for the unpleasant modification. After all, it's just another day in the life.With rabid pirates, ruthless corporations, and a scorned former employer all vying for the same bounty, Jack and his new friends will need all their wits and snark to survive until their next meal in this farcical space opera adventure.Brewing Trouble is the first installment in Troubled Space, a series of short, comedic space opera novellas perfect for fans of Space Team, Spaceballs, and other funny sci-fi.

Freedom comes at a price... TSS Agent Joe Anderson has a problem with authority. They say he's insubordinate... or so it's called when you punch a superior officer during a routine training exercise. With no other place for him, Joe is shipped off to the outer colonies to run undercover surveillance. The assignment seems tedious until he makes his way onto a newly purchased cargo ship. Captain Iza Sundari came from nothing, but she's fought to carve out a life for herself with her eclectic crew on a ship of her own. Captaining a ship is the closest thing to freedom she can find, but she'll have to pay for it. And freedom comes at a steep price.When a risky proposition leads to the perfect job, it seems Iza's financial troubles might be over. But with hidden agendas at every turn, she'll have to cross a line she swore she never would to protect her ship and crew.Set in the internationally bestselling Cadicle space opera universe, the standalone Verity Chronicles series is perfect for fans of Firefly, Dark Matter, and classic space adventure. Grab your copy today!

Everything will definitely go wrong.After trading in a life of crime to run a successful coffee chain, the crew of the Little Princess II realize that legitimate business is their own personal form of hell. All paperwork, no thrill.To fill the void in their lives, they decide to take from the rich to give to the poor. It's a nice sentiment, even though they'll probably just end up using the proceeds to upgrade their own spaceship.With a sleazeball businessman in their sights, they set out to steal some high-value artwork to turn around and sell on black market for a profit. In their usual fashion of leaping without looking, nothing goes according to plan. Old nemeses, incorrect assumptions, and bad luck are just the beginning of their problems.Stealing Trouble is the second installment in Troubled Space, a series of short, comedic space opera novellas perfect for fans of Space Team, Spaceballs, and other funny sci-fi.

A forgotten alien enemy's return reignites an ancient galactic war.When a civilian starship is inexplicably destroyed, young military officer Jason Sietinen launches an investigation to solve the mystery.As Jason unravels the clues, he soon learns that powerful, trans-dimensional aliens are behind the attack. A rogue faction within the Empire broke an ancient treaty, and the aliens are back for revenge.With the future of the Taran Empire hanging in the balance, Jason and his family stand at the intersection of military might and political influence. Facing a brewing galactic civil war, their only hope is to unite the feuding Taran worlds before the aliens launch a civilization-ending invasion.Empire Reborn is the riveting first novel in the Taran Empire Saga, perfect for fans of space opera featuring sprawling galactic empires, virtuous heroes with telekinetic powers, and complex, high-stakes plots. Grab your copy and dive into the expansive Cadicle Universe today! WINNER - Readers' Favorite International Book Awards "A smartly executed jumping-off point for new readers in a complex SF saga." - Kirkus Reviews "DuBoff has woven together a complex, high stakes plot that will be sure to keep even the most seasoned science fiction reader engaged." - The BookLife Prize

Tararia's future is in peril...In the years since the Bakzen war, Wil and Saera have raised a family on Earth outside the purview of the High Dynasties and Priesthood. Except, it's almost time for their teenage twins, Raena and Jason, to begin telekinesis training and they have no idea such abilities even exist.With the Bakzen threat eliminated, Wil hopes the TSS can offer them training without the need to commit to a lifetime of military service. Just as the twins come to understand the life on Tararia that was kept from them as children, the family discovers that there's always another layer of secrets guiding their lives.Path of Justice lays the foundation for the plan to finally bring down the Priesthood.

Kira's nemeses are back, and they're after her home.Captain Kira Elsar is adjusting to her new Robus abilities, but a series of strange attacks on the Tararian Guard's computer network throw her life into chaos.A planet-sized ship appears out of nowhere, and it's heading straight for Kira's home system. With the lives of everyone in the Elvar Trinary-and Taran Empire-at stake, Kira embarks on a daring mission to stop the massive ship before it can attack.Conventional weapons aren't enough to take down the alien vessel. Kira alone has the necessary abilities to defeat the Trols. This time it may be a one-way mission.Endgame is the fourth installment in the Mindspace series, a space opera set in the Cadicle universe-perfect for fans of sci-fi with superhuman abilities, political intrigue, military action, and devious aliens.

Kira's greatest opponent may be herself.Following her exposure to experimental nanotech, Captain Kira Elsar faces an uncertain future. But uncontrollable transformations aren't her only problem.A previously undetected alien menace, a race capable of remote telepathic control, is threatening her home system... and the Tararian Guard. With the discovery that a government official in Kira's home system has been subverted, Kira's team must get control of the situation before the Elvar Trinary descends into chaos.Conspiracy is the second installment in the Mindspace series, a space opera set in the Cadicle universe-perfect for fans of sci-fi with superhuman abilities, political intrigue, military action, and devious aliens.

Some missions need a personal touch.After learning a race of telepathic aliens was behind her transformation into a Robus, Captain Kira Elsar wants answers.As the only person to have successfully communicated with the aliens, Kira is the best person to learn their enemy's true intentions. Embarking on a daring recon mission places Kira and her team in the greatest danger they have ever faced, but there's no time to play it safe. The aliens are gearing up for a sinister power play, and Kira's home system-the Elvar Trinary-is ground zero.Kira must try to get inside the mind of the enemy to stop the attack before it begins. Except, Kira is part of the aliens' master plan, and every action she takes may be playing directly into their hands.Offensive is the third installment in the Mindspace series, a space opera set in the Cadicle universe-perfect for fans of sci-fi with superhuman abilities, political intrigue, military action, and devious aliens.

A lone undercover telepath must prevent a stellar civil war.When Captain Kira Elsar comes face-to-face with a military assault mech inside a civilian research lab, it's abundantly clear that MTech is up to no good.Illegal alien nanotech experimentation. Clandestine political dealings. Disappearances. Connections all trace back to MTech's newest research lab on Kira's homeworld.As the Tararian Guard's sole telepath, Kira is sent undercover to get to the bottom of the mystery. However, she would rather be in a firefight than deal with the complications of being back home, especially since it means working with her ex.When hints in her investigation point to a brewing stellar civil war, Kira needs to gather proof. Except, the mysterious forces behind the conflict already have their own plans for Kira that will change her life forever.Set in the acclaimed Cadicle space opera universe from award-winning and USA Today bestselling author A.K. DuBoff, the standalone Mindspace series is perfect for fans of sci-fi with superhuman abilities, political intrigue, spec ops military action, and devious aliens. Grab your copy today!

Change is on the horizon...As Raena's and Jason's training with the TSS nears completion, the return of the Aesir is imminent. Whether the Aesir are adversaries or allies will be put to the test as the final pieces of the Sietinens' plan to bring down the Priesthood fall into place. Facing an unstable political landscape and with the future of telekinetic abilities among the Taran people on the line, Wil and his family must wage one final war to correct past injustices and usher Tarans into a new era of peace.Scions of Change brings together the final pieces for the High Dynasties to attempt an overthrow of the Priesthood and restore equity in the Taran worlds.

The war's final battles are coming...With the Primus Elites' training almost complete, Wil and his men relocate to H2 to make their final preparations. Everything seems to be staged for a swift TSS victory over the Bakzen as Wil assumes the position of TSS Supreme Commander with Saera and his most trusted friends by his side.But, Tek won't let the Bakzen go down easily. He will find Wil's greatest weakness and do anything to make him crumble. The generations-old war began as a feud of races and ideals, but with this fight, it's personal.Crossroads of Fate chronicles the decisive space battles to end the war with the Bakzen so a new era for Tarans can begin.

Some secrets are worth protecting...The fearsome Bakzen lurk within a hidden spatial rift, but all-out war is on the horizon. Wil Sietinen is tasked with training a group of twenty young recruits to serve as his officers in the coming battles-collectively, the Primus Elites. He has five years to raise them to full Agents in the Tararian Selective Service, and he'll need every minute.Training alongside them, and with his partner Saera at his side, Wil still needs to master simultaneous observation, a unique form of astral projection which will be critical to fulfilling his role in the war. But, the closer he gets to achieving the feat, the more likely the mysterious Aesir will come to test him-to see if he's worthy of the Cadicle title.If he can survive their test, he'll finally uncover the truth the ruling Priesthood has gone to such great lengths to hide.This character-driven novel with action, romance, and intrigue reveals the true nature of the war as Wil learns the secrets behind the Bakzen's origins.

You can't outrun fate.Cris Sietinen, heir to the most influential Dynasty in the Taran Empire, was born with rare telekinetic gifts-abilities he refuses to ignore, regardless of the governing Priesthood's decrees. Determined to be true to himself, and test the limits of his abilities, Cris escapes his stifled life of business and politics on Tararia to begin a new life exploring the stars. When Cris unexpectedly receives an invitation to join the Tararian Selective Service (TSS), the only organization to offer an official telekinesis training program, a new future awaits. It's his dream opportunity to be among people like himself, free from the Priesthood and political objectives. Except, Cris' path was designed, and he's right where the Priesthood wants him. Architects of Destiny is a first volume in the Cadicle series, a modern-day space opera epic in the spirit of Heinlein, Herbert, and McCaffrey. This fast-paced space adventure with intrigue, coming-of-age, and romance is a short prequel to the defining events that will change the course of the galaxy-spanning Taran Empire.

She woke up on a spaceship with magical powers and incredible abilities. Now, she must save the universe from falling into darkness.Elle thought her summer would be ordinary-until she wakes up on a spaceship with newfound magic and incredible physical abilities. Suddenly, the fate of the universe rests in her hands.A mysterious Darkness is spreading, consuming planets, including Elle's home. With her new powers, Elle joins a daring team on an interstellar quest to find ancient relics that could stop the Darkness.Facing monstrous creatures, deciphering cryptic clues, and unleashing her incredible abilities, Elle and her friends must race against time. Can they save their worlds and loved ones from eternal shadow?Dive into the Dark Stars Trilogy and embark on a journey where high-tech sci-fi meets traditional fantasy magic. Perfect for fans of thrilling space adventures, characters who grow stronger with every challenge, and the power of teamwork.This complete set includes the Nebula Award finalist novel A Light in the Dark.Grab your copy of the Dark Stars Trilogy and be transported to a universe where second chances are real!This omnibus includes all three books in the Dark Stars series: Book 1: Crystalline SpaceBook 2: A Light in the DarkBook 3: Masters of FateFive-star reviews for Crystalline Space, Book 1 in the series: ★★★★★ "Part fantasy, part sci fi, part video game!"★★★★★ "It's engaging, inventive, funny, and absolutely grabs you and it's almost impossible to put down. A fantasy quest in a sci-fi setting!"★★★★★ "I recommend this book to everyone!"

Ancient secrets may hold the key... In the months following formal contact with the Erebus, there's been an unexpected peace. However, that all changes when a series of attacks reveals the Coalition's devious plans for the Outer Colonies.With the Erebus poised for another assault and rumors that the Coalition is developing an experimental bioweapon, the TSS needs a new defense of their own. The power core 'gift' from the Erebus has opened up new possibilities, but the ancient technology hidden on Earth could be the real game-changer they desperately need.Unfortunately, the TSS soon learns that the Coalition's influence runs deeper than anyone imagined. Jason and his family are in not only a fight for their lives, but for the very future of the Taran civilization.Empire Uprising is the second installment of the award-winning Taran Empire Saga set in the Cadicle Universe, perfect for fans of epic sci-fi featuring sprawling galactic empires, drama, intrigue, and psionic abilities. Continue the adventure today!