After an order to withdraw Imperial troops from the ice world of Cressida, a band of Valhallan Ice Warriors are sent on a rescue mission to find a stranded Imperial dignitary. But the occupying Chaos forces are everywhere and the soldiers are in danger of being afflicted by the dark powers at work on Cressida.
Imperial GuardSeries
Dive into a brutal future where humanity stands against overwhelming cosmic threats. This series chronicles the desperate struggles of the Imperial Guard, the countless soldiers who form the Imperium's primary fighting force. Each standalone novel explores different iconic regiments facing diverse, harrowing challenges. Experience gritty tales of courage, sacrifice, and survival against impossible odds.






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Redemption Corps
- 416 pages
- 15 hours of reading
The Redemption Corps, an elite storm trooper regiment, undertakes perilous rescue missions and combat operations amid an ork invasion.
A fantastic collection of stories centred around the forces of the Astra Millitarum. A must read for fans of military sci-fi Across the war-torn galaxy, the Imperial Guard are a bastion against the enemies of mankind. From the punishing heat of Tallarn's deserts to the bonechilling tundras of Valhalla, these are the soldiers who give their lives in the Emperor's name. Whether shoulder to shoulder or crushing their enemies in vast machines of war, they are unwavering in their devotion to duty. On a thousand stars, they repel the forces of Chaos and the foul xenos in an eternal conflict. This omnibus collects three novels and three short stories telling tales of savage warfare and heroism on the frontline. Contents Mercy Run by Steve Parker Gunheads by Steve Parker Ice Guard by Steve Lyons A Blind Eye by Steve Lyons Desert Raiders by Lucien Soulban Waiting Death by Steve Lyons
Having been stretched across the galaxy by their loyalty to the Emperor, the Brimlock Eleventh Imperial Guard are presented with one final battle that will allow them the reward they all seek - to colonise the distant world of Voor and live out the rest of their days in peace.
Glory Imperialis
- 864 pages
- 31 hours of reading
Omnibus edition of three classic Astra Militarum novels: Imperial Glory, Commissar and Iron Guard.
Desert raiders
- 256 pages
- 9 hours of reading
An Astra Militarum novelWhen an Imperial listening station receives an enigmatic call for help from a far-flung planet, a regiment of Tallarn Desert Raiders is sent to investigate.READ IT BECAUSEIt's an exciting running battle between hardy desert-dwelling warriors of the Imperium, and the mindless, savage creatures of the tyranids hive fleets.THE STORYWhen an Imperial listening station receives an enigmatic call for help from a far-flung planet, a regiment of Tallarn Desert Raiders is sent to investigate. Pretty soon, the Imperial Guard find themselves locked in a desperate running battle with wave upon wave of Tyranids. Is there any way they can ever triumph against such numberless alien hordes?
Baneblade
- 448 pages
- 16 hours of reading
Fast-paced, hard-hitting military fiction featuring the Baneblade battle tank Mars Triumphant.
Shadowsword
- 384 pages
- 14 hours of reading
No-holds-barred tank warfare set amid the pitiless battlefields of the Warhammer 40,000 galaxy.
This omnibus contains the novels 'Cadian Blood' by Aaron Dembski-Bowden, 'Dead Men Walking' by Steve Lyons, and 'Redemption Corps' by Rob Sanders, as well as extra short stories.
Straken
- 432 pages
- 16 hours of reading
Colonel `Iron Hand' Straken and his Catachan Jungle Fighters must hold the line against the ork menace.
When the Imperial shrine world of Kathur is blighted by Choas, the brave Guardsmen of Cadia are sent to reclaim it. The plague of Nurgle has set in deeply on the planet, forcing the Cadians into battle with an innumerable legion of the infected.