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When Luck Runs Out (Book 13 of The Empire of Bones Saga) Kindle Edition

by Terry Mixon (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 out of 5 stars 944 ratings
After years of battle, Kelsey Bandar and Jared Mertz are finally ready to face the master AI enslaving the Terran Empire. With just a bit of luck, this nightmare will finally be over.

Only luck can run out just when you need it the most.

Outnumbered and outgunned, they must salvage victory from certain defeat. Failure means extermination, invasion, and the loss of everyone they love. Can they beat the odds just one more time?

If you love military science fiction and grand adventure on a galaxy-spanning scale, grab “When Luck Runs Out” and the rest of The Empire of Bones Saga today!
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    The Empire of Bones Saga
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    328 pages
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  5. Publication date
    November 7, 2020
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"In the latest chapter in the Empire of Bones saga, Princess Kelsey Bandar and Admiral Jared Mertz are on the last leg of their epic mission to destroy the rogue artificial intelligence that's striving to enslave humanity. In a journey spanning half the galaxy, they will risk everything--including their unborn children--one more time. Marshaling forces as basic as love and loyalty and as complex as technology so advanced that it looks like magic, they head to the final showdown, prepared to pay the ultimate price." Kim H., Proofreader, Red Adept Editing

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08MZ2T431
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Yowling Cat Press
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 7, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3.3 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 328 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 13 of 14 ‏ : ‎ The Empire of Bones Saga
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He now writes full time while living in Texas with his lovely wife and a pounce of cats. Visit terrymixon.com to learn more.

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Customers enjoy this book's fast-paced narrative with several plot twists and an amazing end. They appreciate the character development and find it a fun read, making it a great addition to the series. The writing quality receives mixed feedback from customers.

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21 customers mention "Storyline"21 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the storyline of the book, which features several plot twists and plenty of action, leading to an amazing end.

"...This was a fast paced book full of excitement and i look forward to the next installment...." Read more

"...Terry continues the story with just enough action and drama to keep you turning the page, mixed with down time to catch your breath and character..." Read more

"is has been a awesome series to read . The story line is good, the characters have been developed and you can relate to them ...." Read more

"Terry Mixon again provides a great adventure that moves you along at lightening speed...." Read more

9 customers mention "Series quality"9 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the series, with one mentioning it's an amazing addition to the saga.

"is has been a awesome series to read . The story line is good, the characters have been developed and you can relate to them ...." Read more

"Great series. Wanted it to go on and on until all the obstacles to achieving a galactic civilization were overcome...." Read more

"I enjoyed the series though it did get a bit long winded. Hopefully the author will continue it, as there's a massive amount of lose ends." Read more

"This is one of the best series I've read in this genre hated to see it end if it did???" Read more

6 customers mention "Pacing"6 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the pacing of the book, describing it as fast-paced, with one customer noting how it moves at lightning speed.

"...This was a fast paced book full of excitement and i look forward to the next installment...." Read more

"Terry Mixon again provides a great adventure that moves you along at lightening speed...." Read more

"...If you like fast paced, well thought out sci-fi this series is for you." Read more

"...Really good characters and story pace. Highly recommended." Read more

5 customers mention "Character development"5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book.

"...The story line is good, the characters have been developed and you can relate to them ...." Read more

"Well written space opera with engaging characters and plenty of action. I enjoyed the series until the last few paragraphs...." Read more

"A brilliant collective work! The character development, story line and plot twists are reminiscent of Robert Heinlein. He would highly approve." Read more

"...Looking forward to where the next chapters of this saga go. Really good characters and story pace. Highly recommended." Read more

3 customers mention "Enjoyment"3 positive0 negative

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"Enjoyed the book. Some parts felt rushed, especially where there was overlapping activity across distances...." Read more

"Fun read from the author. Looking forward to the next book in the series,I think it's the last book in the series." Read more

"It's a Terry Mixon story, easy reading, entertaining and twisty...." Read more

5 customers mention "Writing quality"3 positive2 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the writing quality of the book, with some finding it great while others report issues with spelling and grammar errors.

"Well written space opera with engaging characters and plenty of action. I enjoyed the series until the last few paragraphs...." Read more

"...It does bring a pause (an end?) to series but the writing is weak (note the number of references to Carl as "young friend"), the spelling and..." Read more

"...knocking it out of the park, He has spoiled us readers with his great writing. I really was surprised at the twists in this book!!" Read more

"...The writing is crisp and the plot moves right along and there's hints of more interesting reading to come. Enjoy." Read more

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  • Antula
    5.0 out of 5 stars The end of the beginning
    Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2020
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    With Override in hand Jared and company venture forth to stop the master AI, but as always nothing is ever easy and through adversity and adventures the group manages to stop the master AI, but this is only the beginning as they still half to deal with the xenophobic clans (the remnants of the Loyalist Empire fleets) and the Singularity. This was a fast paced book full of excitement and i look forward to the next installment.
    I did receive an advanced copy of this book for an honest review, that said i also purchased the final copy.
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  • Mik_Sheri
    4.0 out of 5 stars As luck would have it
    Reviewed in the United States on December 18, 2020
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    Have reached the current end of the saga. Will now have to wait patiently for next installment.
    Terry continues the story with just enough action and drama to keep you turning the page, mixed with down time to catch your breath and character development.
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  • John T Mills
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent series
    Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2020
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    is has been a awesome series to read . The story line is good, the characters have been developed and you can relate to them . I expected this book to be the finale but he left it open for more . Look forward to reading more.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent work Terry
    Reviewed in the United States on August 29, 2021
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    Great series.
    Wanted it to go on and on until all the obstacles to achieving a galactic civilization were overcome. Would really like to see follow up novels detailing more about the beings behind Obelisk World. Anyone else ready to take a flip point adventure to another galaxy?
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  • G. de Brito
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good series ends on a what now?
    Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2021
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    I enjoyed the series though it did get a bit long winded. Hopefully the author will continue it, as there's a massive amount of lose ends.
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  • Jessica F
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another out of this world adventure from Mixon
    Reviewed in the United States on February 23, 2023
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    Terry Mixon again provides a great adventure that moves you along at lightening speed. Only bad thing about the book is that there is only one more in the series!
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars An end?, but not the end
    Reviewed in the United States on November 30, 2020
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    Enjoyed the book. Some parts felt rushed, especially where there was overlapping activity across distances. The last fight felt like this where we have highlights for the raiding and distracting parties.
    The wrap up was nice and the stinger left a whole new set of questions and issues.
    I an looking forward to the next book.
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  • Kindle Customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars Great series
    Reviewed in the United States on November 22, 2020
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    This is one of the best series I've read in this genre hated to see it end if it did???
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  • Robin Thorne
    5.0 out of 5 stars Is this the end?
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 12, 2020
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    Having read this book twice in case i missed anything i wonder what will happen next? I love this series and was always looking out for the next instalment. Keep them coming there is so much more to be added. Love it.
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  • Thomas Galley
    5.0 out of 5 stars Mind-blowing
    Reviewed in Germany on November 16, 2020
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    This gets more fascinating wirh each new installment. And after all that has already happened in this increasingly complex universe, there is a new plot twist that promises even more mind-blowing adventure. A great read!
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  • Kindle Customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good book tho..
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 30, 2020
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    Good book. Good at keeping me guessing and glued to the pages. Though alas the last 3 paragraphs ruined the book for me. 🤦🏼‍♂️ I'll still read any future books though!
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  • Poiter
    4.0 out of 5 stars At long last the finale of the Empire of Bones Saga
    Reviewed in Australia on November 24, 2020
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    Really liked the new ideas this series brings to the Sci-Fi genre. Based around an evil corrupted master AI plus other interesting Aliens and their Tech as well as parallel universes.

    Volume 13 was a time in coming. As far as I know the author had a bout of ill health which resulted in its delay. Was it worth the wait - yes.

    At the very end, there is a slight twist which will probably result in a new series. What that is will require you to read your own copy.
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