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Rise of the Republic
Series · 10 books · 2020-2024

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Into the Stars

2020

The stars are within mankind’s reach… …But what awaits in the void may end humanity… Mars and the Moon have been colonized, piracy runs rampant in the asteroid belts, and a thriving society grows in the depths of space. Humanity prepares to embark upon its greatest journey—the colonization of Alpha Centauri. Then everything changes… A deep space reconnaissance probe discovers a new Earth-like planet twelve light-years from Earth’s sun. The probe also finds something unusual, something…unnerving. A new mission is created, a space fleet is formed, and humanity embarks on unraveling the greatest mystery of all—the origins of life itself. Can the factions of Earth remain united, or will old rivalries and animosities destroy the fragile peace in the face of this terrifying existential threat? Will exploration prove to be a fatal mistake? If you love new technologies, fast-paced action and gut-wrenching turns of fate, you’ll love this first book in James Rosone’s military sci-fi series, The Rise of the Republic. Grab your copy of this page-turner today. The Rise of the Republic Series is best read in order, as each book builds upon the previous work. The reading order is as listed: Book One: Into the Stars Book Two: Into the Battle Book Three: Into the War Book Four: TBD Book Five: TBD Book Six: TBD
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Into the Battle

2020

Mankind has awakened a monster… …Humanity must put aside its own animosities… …or face extinction The origins of human history begin to unravel as Earth learns they are not the only humans in the galaxy. The sudden discovery of humans living on multiple planets beyond Earth has created more questions than it’s answered. When humanity arrived on New Eden, a hideous new alien race, the Zodarks was discovered. In the face of an existential threat to their own survival, the historical warring factions of Earth will need to unite if they want to save themselves from extinction and understand the true origins on human history. A fleet is built, an invasion force is assembled… Join our heroes as they lead humanity into the battle to conquer their first alien world and liberate previously unknown humans from the bondage of slavery and servitude. Grab your copy of this gripping military sci-fi and find out today.
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Into the War

2020

Humanity stumbles into a galactic war… …a war of survival, a conflict with no end Earth has united under the banner of the Republic. Humanities brightest minds have deciphered the secrets to the alien technology and begin to reverse engineer it. An elder race takes notice of humanities strides and intervenes. Humanity is brought into the fold of a galactic alliance, and learns they are not alone in their war against the insidious Zodark empire. Humans now fight alongside friendly alien races to end the bondages of slavery. Earth leads a planet hopping campaign to destroy the Zodark empire and liberate tens of billions of people across the Milky Way galaxy.
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Into the Chaos

2021

A terrible massacre was discovered… …Did the same fate befall Sumer? Captain Brian Royce brings Hadad to his home planet, which shows obvious signs of battle. Did any of his family survive? Where are all the children…did the Zodarks take them? Admiral Miles Hunt finds himself appointed to a new position beyond his current skillset. He now has to become more than just a ship captain and fleet commander… …He must become the Viceroy of the Milky Way Galaxy. On Alpha Centauri, an archaeology team makes a discovery that sends shockwaves through the Republic—a discovery so profound it could cause a division and a potential split within the alliance. The newly deployed 2nd Republic Army Group on the planet Intus finds itself the vanguard of the alliance’s efforts to liberate the remaining Primord planets. As the Zodark forces are continually pushed back, the alliance edges closer to bringing the war to the enemies’ core worlds. Can Miles Hunt become the leader humanity needs him to become? Will the 2nd Republic Army Group survive a gruesome battle on a frozen planet?
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Into the Fire

2021

Ultimately, the decisions of the admirals... ...were the Viceroy's responsibility. Could the losses have been avoided? Down on Alfheim, the situation was dire. Some brave men and women had to be left behind for the greater good. Viceroy Miles Hunt, gutted by the losses, needed to stay focused. A Titan-class warship, the Freedom, could be the key to victory, if it were fully operational with a trained crew. It was not. Could Miles find another ally to be a wild card? Sam, the medical Synth, faced something the programmers never expected—a moment where the only option was to break free of the code. The battle was fierce and there didn't seem to be a way out, until Sam came up with a plan. Would it save them? The Republic needed a big win, one that would force peace, but they might have underestimated the resolve of the Zodarks. The superships were on the way, but time wasn't on their side. The tide of the war had shifted. You'll love this fifth installment of the Rise of the Republic series because this gripping story of survival and grit will have you sitting on the edge of your seat until the end.
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Into the Calm

2022

The war had been won… …or so Miles had thought Viceroy Miles Hunt had accomplished the impossible. He gambled the Republic, the RNS Freedom and the entire joint allied fleet in one glorious battle. Secretly, the Zodarks plotted revenge, a restart to hostilities once their spies had found Earth. With peace achieved, new exploration began. Opportunities at new settlements enticed. All believed the threat of annihilation was past them and with that comforting thought, Liam and his Belters headed for their new world. They would build and expand their society—giving the people of Earth an alternative to the Republic. With its shipyard capacity finally reaching its zenith, the Republic began a growth spree and galactic sprawl like no other. Moons and planets, either newly conquered or discovered, were being colonized. Galactic trade grew increasingly important. The Republic had a war debt that had to be paid. There was just one problem… …a discovery by Dr. Katō Sakura could change everything. The mysterious Humtars had left behind the stargates. But why did their vast empire disappear? If Dr. Sakura kept searching, would she unlock Pandora’s box?
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Into the Breach

2022

The peace was shattered… …and the Republic burned. Was there any hope? When the war ended, the Zodark spies—the Mukhabarat—were dispatched to find Earth, to map Sol, the heart of the Republic. Upon its discovery, a plan was hatched, a fleet was formed, a superweapon created, and nothing would be the same. The calm had been breached. A new war began. When a momentary rip in space-time appeared, a hostile fleet emerged. The Zodarks’ superweapon caught the Republic by surprise. As they approached Earth, the invasion force had a final obstacle to overcome—the vaunted yet untested planetary defense system. Would it hold? Viceroy Miles Hunt had one chance, one final roll of the dice. Could he rally a disjointed fleet in time to save the Republic? Meanwhile, Dr. Katō Sakura found something. Could the answers to the demise of the Humtars be the key to developing a weapon to stop the Collective? Facing a total collapse of Earth’s defense, Admiral Halsey made a final move, sacrificing the queen to protect the king. But was it too little, too late? The fleet had been shattered. Then a wormhole appeared—and the course of humanity changed forever.
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Into the Uncertain

2024

As the gods of war returned … …could the wrath of a nation be quenched? Or would it drown in the blood of its enemies? It was a crucial piece of intel, and now they had coordinates for the RNS Freedom . The allies’ next move could change the course of everything, but there was just one question. Was the Viceroy’s final card to play enough to save the Republic? The Gallentine Emperor isn’t pleased. Could Viceroy Miles Hunt lose his place of influence? Sakura and her team had discovered an ancient portal, but it wasn’t like the others. After being sealed for thousands of years, would opening it unlock Pandora’s box? Were some secrets better left undiscovered? Or would the answers there save them all? Into the Uncertain pushes our heroes to their limits, forcing them to make decisions that will alter the fate of humanity. You’ll love this 9th book in this incredible military science fiction thriller series because some mysteries are solved and others have just begun. Get it now.
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Into the Reckoning

2024

No longer hidden behind the curtain… …the Humtars walk among us. How will their return impact the Galactic Empire’s wars? With the help of his uncle, Captain Tim Haas has smuggled out a virus that is highly deadly to the Zodarks. After the attack on Sol, this weapon of mass destruction would be an instrument of revenge, of justice, for billions of people. Will it be discovered before he can use it? Would such a genocidal act threaten the Republic’s position in the Empire or strengthen it? After what transpired with the Orbots, the Dominion alliance has been thrown into chaos. The Zodarks not only face external threats but infighting as well. Despite these challenges, the war is far from over. You’ll love this tenth installment in the epic Rise of the Republic military sci-fi thriller series because the action will keep you up at night. Get it now.
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Into the Inferno

2024

For the brave Spartacus Division… …every inch of victory was hell. Could the Pharaonis finally fall? After the triumphs of the Battles of the Forts, with Serenea now firmly under Allied control, Brigadier General Spartacus Varinius set his sights upon the Pharaonis home world. The Allies used a tactic reminiscent of Earth’s Second World War—however, instead of island hopping, they began planet-hopping, bypassing Pharaonis strongholds as they zeroed in on the planet Eurysa. Was the Republic in reach of final victory? Admiral Ripley Lee Willis had just received his second admiral’s star and additional reinforcements. In a daring maneuver that might alter the course of the war, he struck at the heart of the Zodark Empire. That risk might have cost him his fleet and the command he had worked toward his entire career. Would Ripley’s fleet outwit his Zodark counterpart? As the Humtars considered joining the Allies, an old foe emerged from the abyss, sending shivers down their spines. They thought they had eradicated this evil long ago. You’ll love this eleventh installment of the epic Rise of the Republic military sci-fi thriller series because the epic battles will make you feel like you are part of the action. Get it now.

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