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Blood World (Undying Mercenaries) Paperback – November 21, 2017

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A dirty deal was struck. Humanity was allowed to keep three hundred rebellious worlds. In return, we declared war on a powerful enemy from beyond the frontier. A frantic build-up of forces has begun, but the task is hopeless. Seeking allies, Earth’s legions are sent to BLOOD WORLD. A planet on the fringe of known space, where the people only respect masters of combat. Earth’s Legions must impress them, but other alien powers have been invited to join the contest. The prize consists of billions of loyal troops—Earth must win. Fighting and dying and fighting again, the struggle is half-mad—but so is James McGill. BLOOD WORLD is the eighth book in the Undying Mercenaries Series.
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    Undying Mercenaries
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  3. Language
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  4. Publication date
    November 21, 2017
  5. Dimensions
    6 x 1.01 x 9 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    1973357127
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1973357124
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published (November 21, 2017)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 402 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1973357127
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1973357124
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.4 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 1.01 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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USA Today Bestselling author B. V. Larson has written more than seventy books with over four million copies sold. He writes in several genres, but most of his work is Science Fiction. Many of his titles have been professionally produced as audiobooks and print as well as ebook form. Thirty-nine of them have been translated into other languages and distributed by major publishers in foreign countries. He writes college textbooks in addition to fiction, and his three-book series on computer science is currently in its seventh edition.

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Customers find this book to be a fantastic addition to the series, with plenty of action throughout and different plot twists in each book. The characters are fantastic, with new ones keeping the story fresh, and customers appreciate the humor and wit throughout. The pacing is extremely well-paced, making it a fast read.

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117 customers mention "Readability"111 positive6 negative

Customers find the book to be a great read with a good story, and one customer describes it as the most enjoyable easy reading series they've encountered.

"...Try it out. It's a fun read and great for the bus, train or a quiet corner." Read more

"...Even so, there's plenty of twists and turns in the story, and all of the series memorable characters return which made putting the novel down -..." Read more

"...things, the way he wrangles out of trouble and his way with the ladies is all very entertaining...." Read more

"Good, as all in this series...." Read more

61 customers mention "Series quality"61 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the series, describing it as great and an enjoyable read, with the last two books being particularly good.

"...Please do what you have to do to keep this terrific series going!" Read more

"Love the series. James McGill is a great character...." Read more

"I have read every book in the series and I was not disappointed with this one...." Read more

"I read a lot of sci-fi, a lot. Hands down, this is my favorite series. This book is another jewel in a stream of great books...." Read more

54 customers mention "Sci-fi storyline"46 positive8 negative

Customers enjoy the sci-fi storyline of the book, praising its intricate plot with twists and turns, and plenty of action throughout the series.

"Another wonderful entry into the Undying Mercenary series...." Read more

"...His wry wit and perspective on things, the way he wrangles out of trouble and his way with the ladies is all very entertaining...." Read more

"...Plenty of action throughout the series with character continuation and development in each book. Where would I like James McGill to venture next?..." Read more

"...After all, this is a Sci-fi fiction...." Read more

26 customers mention "Character development"26 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the character development in the book, particularly appreciating the new characters that keep the story fresh, with one customer noting how easy it is to relate to the protagonist.

"...She is another terrific character, and I'd love to see her grow up in the series...." Read more

"Love the series. James McGill is a great character...." Read more

"...I have decided that McGill is who he is, A big man who is a great warrior, but also a liar, deceitful, and possibly a sociopath...." Read more

"...This book is another jewel in a stream of great books. The characters are interesting and well developed, even the insignificant ones...." Read more

20 customers mention "Humor"20 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the humor in the book, with one mentioning how James McGill's actions add to the comedic elements.

"...For this is not that awful thing. This is funny and quirky and certainly worthy of your time...." Read more

"...are the action sequences top shelf, there is also comedy with the actions of James McGill. He is a warrior...." Read more

"...Funny, never boring and well a new and interesting world with a mild cliffhanger at the end for the next book." Read more

"This book had me laughing all the way through...." Read more

17 customers mention "Wit"17 positive0 negative

Customers find the wit of the book engaging, with one customer particularly appreciating the wry perspective and original ideas.

"...For this is not that awful thing. This is funny and quirky and certainly worthy of your time...." Read more

"...His wry wit and perspective on things, the way he wrangles out of trouble and his way with the ladies is all very entertaining...." Read more

"...action throughout the series with character continuation and development in each book. Where would I like James McGill to venture next?..." Read more

"...funny due to McGill's cornpone cunning, and slightly sexy as the big old horndog can't seem to help..." Read more

15 customers mention "Book addition"15 positive0 negative

Customers find this book to be a wonderful addition to the series, with one customer noting it has interesting potential for future installments.

"...So far everything continues to move forward. As always I enjoyed the new world and new challenges James had to deal with...." Read more

"Liked this one a lot. Interesting story and had a good number of twists and turns...." Read more

"...Some parts had me laughing out loud. Great action. Great intrigue. Just fun. Sorry its over. Get it." Read more

"A really great addition to one of my favorite science fiction series...." Read more

13 customers mention "Pacing"13 positive0 negative

Customers praise the book's pacing, describing it as a fantastic fast read that keeps taking interesting turns to keep it fresh.

"...detailed, however it doesn't distract from an enjoyable read that moves quickly." Read more

"This series just keeps getting better and better!!! It changes and evolves and is a new different story each time!..." Read more

"...the series and the always found them extremely well written and extremely well paced ...." Read more

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  • Patrick O'Sullivan
    5.0 out of 5 stars More of McGill
    Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2018
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    Mr Larson is a gifted writer. I think I an earlier review I might have compared him to the more famous, but not necessarily better, writer Lee Child. I can safely say there isn't a book he has written that I don't like.

    So, enough of the gratuitous praise.

    Blood world is another of a series of books featuring McGill, an overaged adolescent in an intriguing future where death is a painful inconvenience for the armed forces of Earth. You do not need to read any of the predecessor books to be able to understand this one but it does help you love the characters more and appreciate their motivation.

    McGill is now at the rank of Centurion. Yes, old Roman military titles are in use, however this is not a throwback to an alternate timeline in which the Roman civilisation survived.
    And with the greater responsibility thrust on him McGill is dealing with more mature issues such as a daughter, the problems associated with shagging anything that shows even minor interest and the fate, once again, of humanity.
    If this all sounds like one of those dreary sci fi pieces most reminiscent of The Bold and the Beautiful or whatever passes for a daytime soap these days, then cease your thoughts of boredom. For this is not that awful thing. This is funny and quirky and certainly worthy of your time.

    It is however an unfinished tome. But the author needs to fund his next widescreen tv or vacation to the Maldives and a sequel (or a ninth-quell?) satisfies t
    his need and also mine to find out where McGill us going to be and who he's going to do... errrr I mean what... I think.
    Try it out. It's a fun read and great for the bus, train or a quiet corner.
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  • Byesko
    4.0 out of 5 stars Not the best novel in the series, but still a fun and enjoyable read!
    Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2017
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    Not the best novel in the Undying Mercenaries series in my opinion, but the adventures of "James McGill" continue to deliver!

    On the downside, this story was a little too repetitive... McGill fights a battle, returns to pursue his romantic interests, fights the next day, then chases women again, over and over... OK, OK, I get it, that's James McGill, but it was all getting a little too tiring and predictable for me.

    Even so, there's plenty of twists and turns in the story, and all of the series memorable characters return which made putting the novel down - without reading it all the way through almost irresistible.

    I noticed that B.V. Lawrence spent more time telling us about Etta, McGill's daughter, in this novel. Can we expect to see more of her in the future stories of this saga? I hope so. Imagine what the "Undying Mercenary" universe would be like with, not one - but two (!) McGill's running around?
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  • TheCat
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another wonderful entry into the Undying Mercenary series
    Reviewed in the United States on November 29, 2017
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    Another wonderful entry into the Undying Mercenary series. McGill once again finds himself in the middle of a military mission which is just the tip of the iceberg for a bunch of political machinations. And once McGill masterfully navigates these treacherous waters. **Small Spoiler: It was funny to see McGill's lecherous tendencies used against him, although in the end the negative results for himself were minimal.** It was really nice to see a lot of the old characters back in action. There were a few new characters introduced, who, though were not bad, I did not find as compelling as McGill's usual crew.

    A few notes to Mr. Larson:
    1. I'm a big fan of Floramel. I really like her combination of intelligence and naivete. I know McGill is nowhere near ready to settle down, and his dealings with the various women characters are part of what makes these books so fun to read. However, I humbly request you keep Floramel a part of McGill's life and experiences.
    2. I also appreciate those father-daughter scenes with Etta. She is another terrific character, and I'd love to see her grow up in the series. Shoot, maybe she could have her own series when she is old enough!

    Please do what you have to do to keep this terrific series going!
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  • Charles Alexander IV
    5.0 out of 5 stars Love the series
    Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2017
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    Love the series. James McGill is a great character. The unlikely hero who somehow, advertently or inadvertently always manages to find the right solution to a problem, usually involving some violence. His wry wit and perspective on things, the way he wrangles out of trouble and his way with the ladies is all very entertaining. You won't regret reading this book and the whole series.
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  • flyrr61
    4.0 out of 5 stars Treasonous Treason
    Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2018
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    Good, as all in this series.

    However, for sanity's sake, would just one treasonous snake committing high treason get treated as all high treason committing snakes should - by getting their treasonous head chipped off - for good?

    I can only take so many times- here it seems like 30 or so - of the same multiple characters committing multiple acts of treason, and getting caught, then showing up in the next book in the series, usually still in charge, or at least in a position of command over our poor protagonist.

    C'mon B.V., give us some accountability, then dream up an even more absurd antagonist.
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  • Powered By Beans
    5.0 out of 5 stars I would suggest reading the entire series in order and I am glad I purchased many of the books since I have ...
    Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2018
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    I initially started started this book series through the Kindle Lenders Library, but quickly managed to purchase at least 6 of the novels. Once you get started the story quickly unfolds. I would suggest reading the entire series in order and I am glad I purchased many of the books since I have gone back at least once to re-read the series. As far as the content this is science fiction without too much detail in the technology of the book's environment. Plenty of action throughout the series with character continuation and development in each book. Where would I like James McGill to venture next? Maybe Earth to see if there is any rebel activity left......
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  • Kindle-Kunde
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great action, great language and soo much fun to read
    Reviewed in Germany on November 16, 2017
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    I simply love the story of James McGill. He is insane, he is ruthless, he is a a liar and a killer - but he is also honest, brave, loyal and funny. Tarantino meets space. Nothing better in this category in the market. Must read!
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Worthy Read
    Reviewed in Australia on December 10, 2020
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    How do you improve on 5 stars? Every book in the series I have read so far is a winner.
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  • Leather DeBoeuf
    5.0 out of 5 stars L'histoire sans fin de James Mc Guill
    Reviewed in France on December 28, 2017
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    Certes ce n'est pas de la littérature d'une grande finesse, les aventures de cette grande asperge de James Mc Guill sont probablement un peu répétitives et elles ne sont probablement pas toujours de très bon gout...
    Mais que c'est drôle, que cette idée des mercenaires increvables est géniale, que le background de cette série est réjouissant !
    Ce huitième épisode de la série, mené comme d'habitude sur un rythme endiablé, nous fait retrouver des vieilles connaissances, les géants de Dust World, les jolies chercheuses de Rogue World, et bien entendu les Claver, Galina et autres Némésis de la série. Batailles dans l'espace, combats stupides, galipettes, rien ne sera épargné aux valeureux lecteurs de cet ouvrage.
    À lire sans modération et sans sérieux.
    Génial, et pis c'est tout.
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  • Ed.F
    5.0 out of 5 stars Old school space opera
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 11, 2018
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    Another cracking volume in the undying mercenaries series. It's a simple narrative, carried off with verve and no small degree of panache. I really enjoy this series, it's good, old fashioned story telling and I've not yet failed to finish a volume in a single sitting on the day I bought it. Cracking stuff, pacey, brutal, a tiny bit silly and a lot of fun. Very highly recommended.
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  • Mary
    5.0 out of 5 stars A twist on the story
    Reviewed in Canada on April 12, 2018
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    This eighth novel of the “Undying Mercenaries “ series starts to get more political, as our hero rises in rank and starts to become involved in the plots and intrigues of the highest levels of the earth’s government. Still lots of fighting and dying.
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