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Eric Thomson

    A former Canadian soldier and IT executive, this author crafts military science fiction with a distinct space opera feel. Drawing heavily on personal experiences from his time in uniform, he infuses his stories and characters with authenticity. His writing is deeply rooted in a lifelong passion for science fiction, military fiction, and history.

    Imperial Twilight
    We Dare
    The Final Shore
    A Dark and Dirty War
    Hard Strike
    Imperial Sunset
    • Imperial Sunset

      • 1008 pages
      • 36 hours of reading

      The narrative unfolds within a decaying interstellar empire plagued by corruption and tyranny, led by a psychotic empress whose rule incites rebellion among military leaders. As factions clash in a brutal civil war, the once-mighty Imperial Fleet is drawn into chaos, threatening the stability of peaceful star systems. This backdrop of political intrigue and conflict highlights the empire's impending collapse and the struggle for power among its leaders.

      Imperial Sunset
    • Hard Strike

      • 966 pages
      • 34 hours of reading

      Set in a precarious Rim Sector, the narrative unfolds as terrorists collaborate with traitors to destabilize the Commonwealth. Their sinister goal is to dismantle existing governments and impose Earth-controlled satraps, threatening to erase centuries of hard-won civil peace among humanity's diverse factions. The book explores themes of power, betrayal, and the struggle for autonomy amidst impending chaos.

      Hard Strike
    • A Dark and Dirty War

      • 394 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      Siobhan Dunmoore and her fellow veterans struggle to adapt to life after the Shrehari War, facing the psychological and social challenges that come with their experiences. As they navigate the aftermath of conflict, themes of trauma, resilience, and the search for purpose emerge. The story explores the bonds formed among veterans and the impact of war on their identities, highlighting both the personal and collective journeys toward healing and reintegration into society.

      A Dark and Dirty War
    • The Final Shore

      • 398 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      Set in a post-war Commonwealth, the story unfolds as a new internal threat emerges from the Centralists, who aim to centralize power on Earth at the expense of sovereign star systems. With a Centralist Secretary General determined to expedite her agenda, tensions rise as she seeks to gain control over the Commonwealth Armed Forces, which are resisting her plans. The narrative explores themes of power, autonomy, and the struggle between central authority and independence in a complex political landscape.

      The Final Shore
    • We Dare

      • 362 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      Focusing on covert operations, the elite Marines of Ghost Squadron undertake high-stakes missions to safeguard humanity across the galaxy. Amidst a backdrop of political corruption, financial greed, and revolutionary chaos within the Commonwealth, these specialists are relentless in their pursuit to restore order and stability. Their ability to strike swiftly and disappear makes them a formidable force against the growing threats to civilization.

      We Dare
    • Imperial Twilight

      • 418 pages
      • 15 hours of reading

      Set against the backdrop of a crumbling empire, the narrative explores the impending downfall of humanity's most formidable civilization. As the empire hurtles toward destruction, it raises questions about the future of human supremacy in the galaxy and the consequences of unchecked power. The story delves into themes of ambition, decline, and the fragility of dominance, offering a gripping examination of a civilization on the brink of collapse.

      Imperial Twilight
    • Imperial Ghosts

      • 940 pages
      • 33 hours of reading

      In a universe shaped by the remnants of a long-fallen empire, two factions, the Wyvern Hegemony and the Republic of Lyonesse, possess the last fragments of technology enabling faster-than-light travel. As these powers navigate their fragile coexistence, tensions rise over the control of this invaluable technology, setting the stage for conflict and intrigue in a richly imagined galaxy. The struggle for dominance and survival unfolds against a backdrop of ancient secrets and the quest for knowledge lost to time.

      Imperial Ghosts
    • Imperial Night

      • 404 pages
      • 15 hours of reading

      In a galaxy ravaged by the collapse of humanity's interstellar empire, the Republic of Lyonesse stands as the last remnant of civilization, threatened by the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse. While Lyonesse narrowly escaped War and Famine, the Pale Rider now targets it with pestilence and death. As Morane and Sister Gwenneth fight to protect their republic from internal strife and external threats, they must confront the looming danger of plague ships and the insidious influence of the White Rider. The fate of Lyonesse hangs in the balance.

      Imperial Night
    • Imperial Echoes

      • 1018 pages
      • 36 hours of reading

      In a future where humanity's first interstellar empire has faded into legend, Lyonesse stands as the guardian of human knowledge, isolated in a wormhole. Generations have passed as it meticulously prepares to execute Jonas Morane's ambitious plan to reunite humanity. The narrative explores themes of memory, legacy, and the quest for connection in a universe where the past is shrouded in mystery.

      Imperial Echoes
    • A Colonial Murder

      • 832 pages
      • 30 hours of reading

      Chief Superintendent Caelin Morrow, leading the Professional Compliance Bureau, is tasked with investigating corruption among Commonwealth officials. When concerns arise about a newly appointed Constabulary head, she is called to Mission Colony to probe deeper. What begins as a routine vetting quickly escalates into a murder investigation involving influential figures, revealing a web of corruption and crime that endangers Morrow's life and the political landscape of the Rim Sector. As she delves into the darkness, the stakes rise dramatically.

      A Colonial Murder