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Imperium Descent
Series · 5 books · 2022-2023

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#1

Imperium Descent

2022

The Imperium has reigned for 4,000 years… …but are its days numbered? For four millennia, the sixteen planets of the Imperium sector have served as a bastion of peace against the Chaosic Regions. The Imperium's legacy can be attributed to the formidable military power of the Stratus, the enforcers of the Supreme and the Senate. However, as is often the case with empires, it is the smallest cracks that threaten to shatter their foundations. Could this be the beginning of the end? A dishonorably discharged stratusaire struggles to recall why he was expelled from the only life he has ever known. Now working as a mercenary on the sector's most profitable mining planet, he is haunted by mysterious memories. Before long, he finds himself in conflict with the very government he once served. Can he survive being pursued by those he was once trained alongside? Simultaneously, the royal heir to a planetary throne is confronted with the harsh realities of her family's rule. As a result of her curiosity, she finds herself entangled in matters of statecraft that surpass her status and experience. Will she prioritize her family's legacy or the lives of those under her rule? Step into the captivating universe of Imperium Descent, created by the bestselling and award-winning author Christopher Hopper . Readers have hailed it as a space opera brimming with engaging characters, intrigue, and thrilling action. Begin your journey with Volume 1 today! “Hopper is Zahn, Herbert, and Sanderson all in one. Majestic!” —Mike Kim USA Today and New York Times bestselling author Author's Imperium Volume I is not a standalone book, but rather the first installment in an enthralling multi-book series.
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Imperium Descent

Volume II

2022

Everything Hale wanted was at his finger tips. He just needed to get off the planet. But would she let him? Just when Pelegrin Hale had enough money to buy his way back into the Stratus, Princess Pend'Orelia sends her lerrick to ask Hale for a favor. What could go wrong? Meanwhile, Orelia decides to set off on a harrowing mission that will put her deep into enemy territory. Can she keep her identity a secret and still convince the Senate to re-write its laws? Hale and Orelia are about to face their most cunning adversaries yet as they both embark on dangerous errands so save excreants from Imperium judgment. From the mind of bestselling and award-winning author Christopher Hopper comes the next installment of the space opera series readers are calling “Majestic!” Immerse yourself in the characters, intrigue, and action of Imperium Descent. Read Volume 2 today! “Hopper is Zahn, Herbert, and Sanderson all in one. Majestic!” —Mike Kim USA Today and New York Times bestselling author
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Volume III

2023

Hale's plan to save the Haven's excreants is on. But the woman he has fallen for is an enemy spy. Will he find out before she kills them all? After returning from the Soothmin planet of Ershyahnee Five, Pelegrin Hale puts the final pieces of his plan in motion to move refugees off Kaletto. Little do the Haven's leaders know that Tribunus Qweelin Mink has been working against them. But they're not her only targets; she's also attempting to undermine her commanding officer, Legatus Sedarious Kull. Back at the palace, Pend'Orelia and her family have made plans of their own. Publicly, they are days away from hosting a feast in honor of the Supreme. Privately, however, they have devised a rouse to ensure that imprisoned excreants and their entire household escape Rhi'Yhone the Fifth's clutches. With time running out and thousands of lives at stake, will Hale discover his betrayer before it's too late? Or will Rhi'Yhone succeed in destroying the Haven and slaughtering High Family Pendaline? From the mind of bestselling and award-winning author Christopher Hopper comes the next installment of the space opera fans are calling “Simply incredible!” Escape to the far off worlds of Imperium Descent and immerse yourself Volume 3 today! ★★★★★ “Imperium Descent is a modern sci-fi space opera that will find its fame among the best. Simply incredible!” —Eric Haegele Audible Listener
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Imperium Descent

Volume IV

2023

They've made it out of the sector alive. The refugees are safe. But how long will it last? Pelegrin Hale and Orelia Pendaline have escaped the perils of Kaletto. Now, their attention turns to settling the survivors on the planet Cirra. However, the transition isn't as smooth as they expect. Hale's feet have barely touched down when he starts planning how to rescue more excreants from the Imperium. But not everyone is ready to follow him. Meanwhile, Orelia is faced with the terrible decision of helping Tess through a medical crisis. Does she have what it takes to make the hard call? Little do Hale and Orelia know that Sedarious Kull and the rogue element of First Stratus are in pursuit and closing on their location. Will our heroes fortify themselves in the Chaosic Regions? Or will the Imperium succeed in wiping out the excreant remnants once and for all? From the mind of bestselling and award-winning author Christopher Hopper comes the next installment of the space opera fans are calling “Simply incredible!” Escape to the far off worlds of Imperium Descent and immerse yourself Volume 4 today! ★★★★★ “Imperium Descent is a modern sci-fi space opera that will find its fame among the best. Simply incredible!” —Eric Haegele Audible Listener
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Imperium Descent

Volume V

2023

Legatus Sedarious Kull is in custody. His fate is sealed. Until he makes an offer that changes everything. Pelegrin Hale and Orelia Pendaline have their arch nemesis, Sedarious Kull, in plasma binders and dead to rights. But when Kull offers them a way to rescue more excreants in the Imperium sector while also getting revenge on the Supreme and Qweelin Mink, they at least pause to consider their options. However, when Kull threatens to murder Hale's former colleague, Hale and Orelia must release their nemesis. The situation reaches fever pitch when Sillix discovers the prisoner's presence. It's all anyone can to do to keep the assassin from slaying Kull. And then it's up to Rim Fellows to see the Stratus commander safely on his way. But not before taking out some insurance. With Kull in the wind, the Valorious rebels are forced to make new plans. Hale must seek out the sage Pi Tae to master his newfound abilities. Meanwhile, Orelia decides to return to the planet that almost got her killed. Will Orelia be able to secure enough weapons and transportation to free more refugees? Can Hale survive the dangerous training that awaits him? Or will Kull intervene and strike down the rebel cause before it has a chance to grow? From the mind of bestselling and award-winning author Christopher Hopper comes the next installment of Imperium Descent. GrabVolume 5 today before the Stratus finds you! ★★★★★ “I cheered while driving in my vehicle more than once! You will too!” —RJ Smith Audible Listener

Author

Christopher Hopper
Christopher Hopper
Author · 17 books

Christopher Hopper is an American novelist, creator and co-author of the best-selling mil-scifi series Ruins of the Galaxy with J.N. Chaney. His other series include Resonant Sun, The Sky Riders, The White Lion Chronicles, and The Berinfell Prophecies. Christopher lives with his wife and four children in the 1000 Islands of northern New York. He loves flying FPV race wings and RC planes, performing music with his wife, and traveling to distant lands—physical and fictional. He's had breakfast with Winnie Mandella, canoed with dolphins in Southern California, kite-surfed in Hawaii, scuba-dived on 19th-century shipwrecks in the 1000 Islands, sailed a yacht in St. Martin, posed with white rhinos in the wilds of South Africa, spoken on national television in Mexico City, performed a concert on a Dutch beach, and climbed the Great Wall of China. For more on Christopher, visit his blog at christopherhopper.com.

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