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Voice of Mars (Starship's Mage) Kindle Edition

by Glynn Stewart (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 out of 5 stars 4,677 ratings
YOU CAN NEVER GO HOME

When accusations of piracy and mass murder are laid against his homeworld, Damien Montgomery is sent to resolve the crisis.

As counter-accusations fly and an old flame re-enters his life, the newest Hand of the Mage-King of Mars finds himself in the midst of a bloody interstellar shadow war. With the death toll mounting, Damien must decide whether he should trust the world he came from – or the world that asked for his help.

The wrong choice will trigger a civil war that could shatter human civilization.

No pressure.

Voice of Mars is book 3 of the Starship's Mage series.
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Starship’s Mage Universe

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Science Meets Magic in this Unique Magic System

In the science fantasy Universe of Starship’s Mage, humanity never cracked the lightspeed barrier with technology. The only tool allowing humans to spread to the stars is the magic of the elite Jump Magi who now transport ships between the stars.

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How the Legend Started

Starship’s Mage was originally released as a serialized space fantasy adventure in the style of the pulp magazines of old. The novella-length episodes were compiled in book 1, and popular demand led to a series of full-length space opera novels.

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Let the Galactic-Scale Mysteries Take You Away

Explore the Protectorate of Humanity, overseen by the roving warrior judges of the Mage-King of Mars—as their worlds crack at the seams!

Starship's Mage Series

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Starship’s Mage (Books 1-5)

Start the journey with Damien Montgomery. Damien begins as a novice Jump Mage in a galaxy where his abilities put him at risk—and take him to a place beyond his wildest expectations.

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UnArcana Rebellion (Books 6-9)

Roslyn Chambers and Damien Montgomery both serve the Protectorate as tensions with the Republic of Faith and Reason hit a breaking point. And underneath lies the framework of a greater conspiracy.

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Mage-Officer of Mars (Books 10-13)

The adventure continues with Mage Roslyn Chambers as she hunts conspiracies and averts disaster in the aftermath of a devastating war. But the people who stoked the fires of war are still out there...

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Series Starship's Mage Starship's Mage Universe: Red Falcon Peacekeepers of Sol Duchy of Terra Castle Federation
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All Glynn Stewart stories include... space opera science fiction

All Glynn Stewart Stories Feature...

  • Honorbound characters aiming to do the right thing
  • Diverse, realistic casts
  • Complex villains
  • Unique high concepts
  • Optimistic views of the future

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"An entertaining space opera. Damien isn't your usual hero, with bulletproof abs and square chin. He is short and of slight build, but his ethics set him apart. Damien does his absolute best to do what's right and save people in his care, even if he has to stand up to Mage-king of Mars himself. I own this series and I very much enjoyed it."

- Ilona Andrews, #1 NYT Bestselling Author

"This series has everything! Action, character, heart, and mystery woven masterfully together in Stewart's fascinating universe where science and magic stand on equal footing. I love it!"

- Jason M. Hough, NYT Bestselling Author of Zero World

"What seems like an implausible mix of SF and fantasy at first somehow combines into a thoroughly engaging space opera read that manages to be fun while keeping the tension level high. I'm ready for the next."

- Cat Rambo, Former President of SFWA

About the Author

Glynn Stewart is the author of Starship's Mage, a bestselling science fiction and fantasy series where faster-than-light travel is possible-but only because of magic. His other works include science fiction series Duchy of Terra, Castle Federation and Vigilante, as well as the urban fantasy series ONSET and Changeling Blood.

Writing managed to liberate Glynn from a bleak future as an accountant. With his personality and hope for a high-tech future intact, he lives in Kitchener, Ontario with his partner, their cats, and an unstoppable writing habit.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Faolan's Pen Publishing Inc
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 4, 2016
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
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Glynn Stewart is the author of Starship’s Mage, a bestselling science fiction and fantasy series where faster-than-light travel is possible–but only because of magic. His other works include science fiction series Peacekeepers of Sol, Scattered Stars, and Castle Federation, as well as the urban fantasy series ONSET and Changeling Blood.

Writing managed to liberate Glynn from a bleak future as an accountant. With his personality and hope for a high-tech future intact, he lives in Alberta with his partner, their cats, and an unstoppable writing habit.

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Customers enjoy this space opera series, praising its engaging plot twists and well-thought-out plots. Moreover, the book features new characters in each installment and a unique magic system that brings the story to life. Additionally, the writing style receives positive feedback for being detailed and well-executed.

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Customers find the book to be an exciting and enjoyable read, particularly noting it as the third book in a great series.

"I am a sucker for a good political intrigue novel, and this book delivers...." Read more

"..."Castle Federation" series (two books, so far) is also an excellent read; a bit more of a military sf storyline, with some very compelling..." Read more

"...Possibly 10 books left to read. This is getting good. The foreshadowing across three books made it make sense. I can’t wait for the grand reveal...." Read more

"It is always fun to find and read a good space opera. And this series is certainly one of the best. Highly original blend of technology and magic." Read more

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Customers find the book's story engaging and suspenseful, with well-thought-out plots and interesting plot twists.

"I am a sucker for a good political intrigue novel, and this book delivers...." Read more

"...(though certainly with its share of bad actors) (2) a science-based storyline where technology has advanced considerably, but the only way to..." Read more

"Very well written. Lots of action and intriguing. Well thought out and I do not know how Glynn Stewart could even imagine this whole series!!" Read more

"...The balance of despicable politics and real stuff, i.e. kicking bad-guy-(censored by Amazon) is good...." Read more

37 customers mention "Character development"37 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, noting the introduction of new characters in each book and how it builds sympathy for the protagonists.

"...I also loved catching up with characters from the other books, where each has progressed in their own lives and how their pasts and present interact...." Read more

"...read; a bit more of a military sf storyline, with some very compelling characters. Glynn - keep on keepin' on, we are enjoying the ride!!" Read more

"...series, the author has once again written a gripping book with excellent characters and an intriguing plot...." Read more

"...of the Mage-King and it's obvious he is more settled and confident in performing that role...." Read more

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Customers appreciate the unique magic system in the book, describing it as a great mix of technology and fantasy elements, with one customer noting how the magic feels alive.

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"Magic let man conquer space and the Mage King of Mars is the most powerful Mage. He gave special powers to his Hands...." Read more

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Customers find the book well written and detailed, with one customer noting minimal typos.

"Very well written. Lots of action and intriguing. Well thought out and I do not know how Glynn Stewart could even imagine this whole series!!" Read more

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  • Morgan
    5.0 out of 5 stars The Plot Thickens
    Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2023
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    I am a sucker for a good political intrigue novel, and this book delivers. I also loved catching up with characters from the other books, where each has progressed in their own lives and how their pasts and present interact. I read this whole book in a single sitting, and I'm really looking forward to finding out what happens next, too!
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  • Michael M.
    4.0 out of 5 stars Glynn Stewart continues to delight with an excellent third Mage novel
    Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2016
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    Glynn Stewart's Damien series (Starship's Mage, Hand of Mars, and now Voice of Mars) continues, with this third installment, to be an entertaining and at times thought-provoking series. Its hallmarks include:
    (1) a future human society which is refreshingly positive overall (though certainly with its share of bad actors)
    (2) a science-based storyline where technology has advanced considerably, but the only way to transcend Einstein's limits is to use "magic", a form of human mental energy originally developed through forced genetic manipulation, but now practiced by a guild of Mages as a service to humanity (except for the aforementioned bad actors)
    (3) an emphasis on personalities, situations, and story, rather than detailed science concepts

    The basic story revolves around Damien Montgomery, a young Mage who originally struggled just to find a place in society, but discovered a unique gift within himself that has allowed him to enter service to the Mage-King, and become a very powerful diplomat and enforcer of the peace. In this installment, Damien has come into his own as the King's Hand, and is sent on an important mission to prevent a simmering conflict from erupting into open war.

    This third novel is another excellent book. I gave it four stars instead of five mainly because I felt that some of the initial qualities which attracted me to Damien, such as his exploration of his abilities, the moral dilemmas he faced, and his introspective nature, were subsumed beneath the events of the story. This novel was about politics and about space combat, with some elements of whodunit and heavy foreshadowing. Still very well done, but just not the same type of "wonder" that I felt when I originally read Starship's Mage.

    Fans of the series will definitely enjoy this new story. But, if you are new to the series, you should definitely read Starship's Mage first - I guarantee you will love that novel, and will probably become hooked on Glynn Stewart's writing (just as I have!)

    Side note: Glynn's "Castle Federation" series (two books, so far) is also an excellent read; a bit more of a military sf storyline, with some very compelling characters.

    Glynn - keep on keepin' on, we are enjoying the ride!!
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  • Kimberly Johnson
    5.0 out of 5 stars I KNEW IT!
    Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2023
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    Now I’m three books down and only 9 books left I think I can’t remember if there’s 13 out or 12. Possibly 10 books left to read. This is getting good. The foreshadowing across three books made it make sense. I can’t wait for the grand reveal. I also saw a book title with Alien in it but I didn’t want too many spoilers but man I hope it’s the ones that left behind stuff and had the black holes in I believe book 1. They blur together when you read back to back. Anyways I’m super stoked and excited to see where this journey take Damien as I’ve grown really fond of him as he emerges like a butterfly. Epic series.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic
    Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2024
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    Very well written. Lots of action and intriguing. Well thought out and I do not know how Glynn Stewart could even imagine this whole series!!
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  • Kindle Customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars Another four star book in the series.
    Reviewed in the United States on November 26, 2022
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    So far the books in this series have all been getting four star ratings from me. I quite like it (obviously).

    Damien is sent on another mission by the Mage King of Mars. As usual it involves a mix of investigations, treachery, (censored by Amazon)-kicking and a bit of space battles.

    These books are quite well written. I really like the main protagonist and his very kick-(censored by Amazon) sidekick. The balance of despicable politics and real stuff, i.e. kicking bad-guy-(censored by Amazon) is good.

    I think one thing I like with this series is that the author has not resorted to the usual, really lame, kind of story where the navy is populated by incompetent, politically appointed, admirals screwing things up. In these books everyone is competent, usually even the bad guys, with the exception of one or two bureaucratniks and political (censored by Amazon) that are quickly taken down a notch or two by Damien. It of course helps that Damien only has one superior to answer to, the Mage King Himself.

    Definitely a series that stays firmly on my to-read shelf.
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  • henry j
    5.0 out of 5 stars Incredibly good book.
    Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2024
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    It is always fun to find and read a good space opera. And this series is certainly one of the best. Highly original blend of technology and magic.
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  • ThomasGS
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent read
    Reviewed in the United States on June 24, 2024
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    Can't put this series down. So happy to have found well written and entertaining writing.
    In a era of self published, badly written drivel, this is a wonderful exception.
    Well done Mr Stewart!
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  • ross b
    5.0 out of 5 stars Where ever a shadow falls, a Hand will lift it.
    Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2017
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    Magic let man conquer space and the Mage King of Mars is the most powerful Mage. He gave special powers to his Hands. They are paladins between the stars, speaking in the name of the King, restoring order and justice. Hand Damien Montgomery was called to the Mid-Worlds of Mingliang and Sherwood. They share the Antonius system whose ore and raw materials provide both systems with thriving industry and commerce. But, Mingliang has had 18 ships attacked with over 1,000 dead and they are sure Sherwood is responsible. Sherwood is outraged because their shipping has also been attacked with crews lost. Are pirates to blame or is there a shadow war between the systems? Hand Montgomery must hurry because an arms race has already started and they teeter on the brink of the first galactic civil war.
    I highly recommend this book. The suspense never lets up. Who is attacking and why? What group is responsible and what is their end game? Answers are few and they only lead to more question.

    I did receive a free copy to proof but that had no influence on my review.
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  • Paul Ogilvie
    4.0 out of 5 stars Exciting adventure
    Reviewed in the Netherlands on April 29, 2017
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    Voice of Mars is exciting adventure that kept me reading all evening(s). A bit simple and the "magic" is a bit unexplained, but it has a good place in the dventure. I like it and will read a few more of these titles.
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  • sproggit
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Cracking Yarn - Scaling New Heights
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 14, 2016
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    This is the third instalment in Glynn Stewart's "Mage" series (if you count "Starship's Mage" as a single publication). This volume hits a bit like an image through a telescope - everything in the field of view coming into a sharper, better-defined focus. Glynn's "Mage" books have always been written extremely well, but both our Author and his lead characters are all "hitting their stride".

    Voice of Mars opens with a crisp, entertaining and dynamic "set-piece" which, whilst not tightly linked to the broader story arc, sets several pieces in motion, but most of all helps the reader to learn that Mage Damien Montgomery, Hand of the Mage-King of Mars and an un-fathomably-rare and un-speakably powerful Rune-Wright, is growing up. Gone is the boy in awe of his own power and more than a little bit lost in the universe; in his place stands a young man with wisdom beyond his years, a flair for the dramatic, and capabilities that are off the scale.

    Stewart throws Damien into a twisting and fast-moving plot with a pace that crackles along, fizzing nicely, giving the characters the space they need to move and breathe and to earn our empathy. The dynamics between the characters really start to flesh out in this story, with the banter between Damien and Julia Amiri, former Hunter and now Protectorate Special Service Agent - and his personal bodyguard - beautifully measured, taught and in un-written and un-spoken words, indicative of the deep trust, respect and perhaps a little bit of affection. Similarly, Mage-Captain Kole Jakab, who had accompanied Damien for his baptism-by-fire visit to Ardennes, holds a fierce and hard-won loyalty and respect for him.

    With this volume, Glynn is expanding the universe, bringing new players in to the game [along with a few old ones] and showing the reader not only the vast scale and complexity of mankind's universe, but also the incredibly fine line that Damien has to walk. Whilst the young man has power almost beyond measure, it is of itself a closely-guarded secret - Damien lives with the eternal conflict between the desire to do the right thing and the need to keep what is becoming as much a secret as possible.

    In all respects, in every way, "Voice of Mars" takes the story of Damien Montgomery to new heights. If you have not read either of the first two volumes of this series, do yourself a favour and go enjoy them. if you like a rollicking-good sci-fi yarn, you won't be disappointed.

    Keep it up, Glynn!!!
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  • Alan K
    5.0 out of 5 stars More intrigue and space battles
    Reviewed in Australia on November 5, 2023
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    The MC must solve the riddle of who is attacking planetary governments peoples ships and transports, is it the other government sharing a mining galaxy as all records seems to point to? This book has more space battles and assassination attempts than the last book which was more ground based. I enjoyed the series, it’s a pity the MC is so busy saving galaxies that he is falling apart himself. I think he needs some time off. Great Read.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great read with great characters.
    Reviewed in Canada on March 22, 2016
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    Great books. I've really been engaged by the Starship Mage series. I find the premise interesting, and the execution of both the protagonists and antagonists excellent. The story is not leaning too hard on its "Space Mage" trappings, but is developing real depth and humanity in the characters. Really gripping, I could not put this one down. Glynn Stewart is getting better with every outing, and the first effort of his that I came into contact with, "Starship's Mage" was already really great. Looking forward to the series continuing.
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  • Arioch
    5.0 out of 5 stars Une histoire plus complexe
    Reviewed in France on December 3, 2016
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    Si l'auteur reste fidèle à lui-même en termes d'écriture et de rythme, j'ai particulièrement apprécié l'effort réalisé sur l'histoire, plus complexe, plus profonde également, et, de ce fait, plus intense.

    L'univers de la série redevient un élément important de l'ouvrage ("Hands of Mars" ne s'en était pas réellement préoccupé - mais ce n'est pas non plus nécessairement une erreur) et devient plus complet dans "Voice of Mars".
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