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The Expendable Few - A Spinward Fringe Novel [Kindle Edition]

Randolph Lalonde (Author)
4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
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Commander Clark Patterson and several officers in the Freeground Military are ejected from regular service when a desire to look beyond Freeground Nation’s borders is proven by an oppressive government. They are assigned dangerous missions by a special Intelligence Oversight Group.

If Commander Patterson and his people complete these missions, they’ll gain their freedom from Oversight and have the opportunity to start over in a tumultuous galaxy. Patterson’s fascination with another crew who left Freeground years before and managed to survive serves as a destination, but will they survive to reach it?

*** This book takes place between and during Spinward Fringe Broadcasts Six and Seven. If you've never heard of Spinward Fringe Before, begin with the free novel: Spinward Fringe Broadcast 0: Origins, available on Amazon. ***

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  • Format: Kindle Edition
  • File Size: 377 KB
  • Print Length: 224 pages
  • Simultaneous Device Usage: Unlimited
  • Publisher: Randolph Lalonde (8 Mar 2012)
  • Sold by: Amazon Media EU S.à r.l.
  • Language: English
  • ASIN: B007IOATKW
  • Text-to-Speech: Enabled
  • X-Ray: Not Enabled
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #11,561 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)

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4.4 out of 5 stars
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4.4 out of 5 stars
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Great addition to a great series 24 April 2012
By Bry
Format:Kindle Edition
I was dubious at first,but, because i am still waiting for 7, i bought it anyway. I wasn't disappointed. Still a few, minor, editing errors but it doesn't detract from a good read that sets things up for fracture, i hope! If you've been reading the series, buying this is a no brainer!
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars An interesting step forwards 26 May 2012
By Mr. R. F. Harvey
Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase
One of the issues with any travellers saga is that the reader loses touch with what is happening back at home base. 'The Expendable Few' is a neat way of getting around this problem while expanding on the central plot line. In this book we learn about what has been going on back at Freeground and also get an update on what has happened to some of the the planets and peoples that have been encountered in the main books.

If you have not read any of the Spinward Fringe books then don't start here. You need to have some background knowledge for the plot twists to make sense. But if you are eagerly awaiting the next Spinward Fringe book then do not skip this one. You'll enjoy it and there are significant plot developments in this book.

I really liked 'The Expendable Few'. It is a great solution to a technical problem. It is so much better than a dry historical foreword to the next story. I congratulate Randolph Lalonde for finding such an entertaining way to extend my knowledge of his universe while preparing me for the next book in the Spinward Fringe series.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Great 5 Dec 2012
By andrew pick
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A great side story to the sf series, helps put lots of pieces of story together, and it kept us going till b7, if your new to sf read this between b6 and 7 to enhance your experience
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars A spin-off the Fringe 28 July 2012
By Dave E
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Great to have a new story based on the Fringe Universe. New characters in a side plot, but still firmly within the framework of the main series.

As well written as the other books, and a real page turner - good to see some of the alien races being 'fleshed out' a little, and it has left me wondering how the author will incorporate the new characters (those who survived!) into the main story. Can't wait!

Come on Randolph! :o)
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3.0 out of 5 stars Warning: Written in present tense. 29 April 2013
By Dani
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I cannot read fiction in present tense. It just feels awkward and unnatural. Loved the other books in the broadcast series but couldn't Even finish the first chapter of this. Why was this written in present tense when the rest are normal?
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3.0 out of 5 stars so-so 28 Mar 2013
By Dago
Format:Kindle Edition
I enjoyed his spinward fringe series a lot but this one seemed to have really lost its shine and felt more like a paint by numbers exercise in writing.
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4.0 out of 5 stars A great read 24 Feb 2013
By D. English
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A continuation of a far reaching saga. The characters shine through this complex structure and is a most enjoyable read. Excellent..!
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5.0 out of 5 stars The Expendable Few a great story 31 Jan 2013
By Gerard Rose
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The Expendable Few - A Spinward Fringe its a great story, canm he be persuaded to write some more, so we can find out what happened to the characters and the galaxy
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5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic book
Fantastic, compelling read, great characters, excellent story line which you never want to end. I would recommend this series to any sci-fi fan. Keep them coming please!
Published 4 months ago by wayneg
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I am often disappointed by how predictable some plots can be. Not with this book. I had a few surprises that I did not see coming. That's a pleasure in it's self. Read more
Published 5 months ago by The Dogmother
4.0 out of 5 stars Short yet good as always
Having demolished the main series, I was hungry for more Spinward Fringe. This is set between the book six and seven Framework. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Ben
4.0 out of 5 stars A parallel story line
An enjoyable companion piece to the main story line, but adds little to whole. More outcasts from a stagnated society do their duty and get a slap in the face as a reward, so go... Read more
Published 6 months ago by A. Smith
5.0 out of 5 stars Keep 'em coming
I have been hooked on this series from the first story.
Although this booked starts off with a new set of characters, and a different setting, it soon settles down to the... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Audiman
5.0 out of 5 stars Filled the gap to Broadcast 7
Opens up several new possible story lines and there are signs that the Spinward Fringe books are now being edited! Usual good story with pace and real imagination.
Published 7 months ago by pastatom
4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Very brief review. This is a nice side story that expands the Spinward universe - worth the price and an enjoyable read
Published 12 months ago by Mr. Howe James Timms
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