Forged in Battle: A completely gripping military science fiction adventure (Command Decision Book 1)

Forged in Battle: A completely gripping military science fiction adventure (Command Decision Book 1)

by Marc Alan Edelheit

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4.4 stars from 887 reviews. Top 91% of Science Fiction books we track.

334 pages~5.6 hr readPublished by Second Sky

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Perfect for you if...

  • You love military sci-fi with tight tactical decisions and commanders who have to outsmart overwhelming odds.
  • You want space combat that feels urgent and technical, not just laser beams and explosions.
  • You're drawn to stories where a single ship and its crew become the linchpin of an entire war.

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  • You prefer character-driven literary sci-fi over plot-driven action and strategy.
  • You're looking for exploration or hard science concepts rather than military operations and combat scenarios.
  • You need slowburn romance or deep personal relationships at the centre of your space opera.

About this book

After decades of war, the Union begins to rebuild. However, their allies launch a surprise attack on every ship in the system. One destroyer remains—trapped far behind enemy lines with no support or way home. Captain Jaxon Steele's first command takes an unexpected turn when his ship, Ranger, is orbiting a war-torn planet during a routine diplomatic mission. The entire system erupts in rebellion. Missiles strike Ranger's shields, communications are jammed, and enemy warships close in rapidly. Ranger is an advanced destroyer—fast, stealthy, and heavily armed—but was not designed for heavy combat. A rebel battleship would overwhelm her. Steele must use tactical skill and cunning to survive the initial assault. However, survival alone is insufficient. A vast enemy fleet hides somewhere in the system, and only Ranger can locate it to prevent catastrophic defeat. Steele begins a dangerous pursuit across the rebel system, knowing that any mistake will be fatal. His leadership, daring, and resolve are tested as he attempts to turn the tide of war. The novel is the first book in the Command Decision series.

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