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NecroTek

The Necrotek Series, Book 1

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NecroTek

By: Jonathan Maberry
Narrated by: Ray Porter
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From New York Times bestselling author Jonathan Maberry, NecroTek is a gripping sci-fi thriller full of ghosts, gods, and a battle for the soul of humanity.

Neither cosmic philosopher Lars Soren, hotshot pilot Bianca Petrescu, nor the high priestess Jessica McHugh—Lady Death herself—can say quite where in the galaxy they are. But after an experiment gone horribly wrong, one thing is clear: Asphodel Station isn’t in orbit around Jupiter any longer. Worse, the monsters that live out here—ancient eldritch beings thought only to exist in stories and nightmares—have now been alerted to Earth’s existence.

Their army of Shoggoths is coming for us next.

Humanity’s only hope for survival lies on the surface of the alien world of Shadderal, where a ghost named Lost, the last of an ancient race, still haunts the vast plains of the Field of Dead Birds. But hope has a cost. Lost tells Soren about ancient derelict spacecraft awaiting on Shadderal, shapeshifting machines that blend ultra-advanced technology with the dark powers of necromancy. These ships might just be nimble enough to defend mankind against the coming invasion.

But there’s a catch: they can only be piloted by the dead.

As human starfighters fall in battle, their spirits can be called back from death to pilot these ghost ships of a fallen race. But will this new necromantic technology—NecroTek—allow humanity to stand against the vast armies of the Shoggoths? And even if it can, is the war to save the human race worth the cost of its pilots’ immortal souls?

©2024 Jonathan Maberry Productions (P)2024 Blackstone Publishing
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Absolute action!

Oh man it is just pure fire! The narrative of Mr. Ray Porter is phenomenal and the writing never disappoints!! Just really fun! Thank you for this I can't wait for more!!!

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Cosmic horror space opera!

Another great story from JM! Full of cool characters and awesome action! Can’t wait for part two!

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Off to a good start!

Great story and excellent narration. I like the tie in to the Ledger universe. Hope that goes somewhere. I’m looking forward to the next one.

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Thrilling

A great listen. Fast paced story and a lot of fun. Jonathan Maberry delivers as always, and Ray Porter is a great narrator.

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Not up to Mayberry standards

Mayberry is one of my favorite authors and Ray is my favorite reader by far, but even Ray couldn't save this one for me. Lovecraftian mythos combined with space exploration? Great, I'm all in. But when the physics demolishing Voltron giant robot chimera idea from 80s kids TV is added to the mix, you kinda lose me in a cartoon jump the shark moment. Jonathan's friends and editors should have encouraged him to shelve this one.

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Slow and it doesn’t draw you in

I’m a fan of all things JM but there is something about this story that just doesn’t draw me in. It’s slow going and that’s at a speed of 1.5 when listening. The story is not exciting and just too all over the place. I don’t know. Out of all his books, this one is the least favorite. It’s taking me a while to complete it and complete it I will but I’ll do it kicking and screaming. As always, Ray does a wonderful job at narration.

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Outstanding writing and character development makes this an amazing story!

Scientists meddling in things they shouldn’t starts this amazingly fast paced science fiction phenomenon! You’re going to connect to the amazing characters and stay rooted to the edge of your seat in this amazing thriller. I was even shouting out loud at points in the story.
Ray Porter is the KING OF NARRATION and presents this story in a way that honors its creativity while adding that something only Ray Porter can pull off!

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had some seriously creepy parts

the beginning had some very creepy and scary parts. did the unseen horror and psychological tension associated with Lovecraftian horror. after that becomes more of an action story. lost its creepy/scary/tension filled vibes but still a good start to what has the potential to be a great lovecraftian horror/sci-fi.

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Jonathan Mayberry’s mind

The author’s mind never ceases to amaze me and this book is no different. The pairing of author and narrator is beyond any other. Don’t think just buy and enjoy

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Way too drawn out.

You could see where this was going to go fairly early, but it takes forever to get there. Ray Porter does a decent job, though I personally find some of his voices grating. I don't see a direction for this to go as a series, but we'll find out I guess.

The story line and action itself is like a weird cross between a Kaiju manga and a Lovecraftian horror novel. I don't mean that in a good way.

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