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The Privateer: Alpha Protocol Book 3 Kindle Edition

by Duncan M. Hamilton (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 624 ratings
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The greatest threat humanity has ever faced lies beyond the frontier of its galactic civilisation, but dangers closer to home have been overlooked and allowed to grow.

As greed and personal ambition in the Terran Union push the common good aside, the Navy is forced to turn to unconventional means. Jack Samson is ordered to team up with former allies to uncover and destroy the rot eating the Union from the inside.

Chasing down a trail of smuggled alien technology through the Union’s underworld, they soon discover the web of treachery reaches farther than anyone could have expected…
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    Alpha Protocol
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    December 1, 2023
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Humanity is no longer alone in the galaxy...

For centuries, humanity has explored the galaxy, both disappointed and relieved to find it empty of life.

The chance discover of smuggled alien artifacts on the frontier of explored space during a routine patrol changes everything. It propels naval officer Jack Samson to the forefront of humanity's greatest discovery and an encounter with what could prove its greatest threat.

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An exciting new space opera series by bestselling author Duncan M. Hamilton.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0CNPM11BX
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ (December 1, 2023)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ December 1, 2023
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1352 KB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 427 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
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Duncan M Hamilton

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Hi, thanks for visiting my page. I’m a fantasy and science fiction author from Ireland. I love to blend my passion for Medieval and Renaissance history with the freedom of the fantasy environments to create fast paced heroic fantasy adventures with compelling characters and high stakes—exactly the types of stories that I love to read, and I hope you’ll like them too.

I’m delighted to announce the first book in my new fantasy trilogy, The Squire, which comes out on Tuesday 27 April.

My next books are already well under way, and I've a couple of new projects that occur in different worlds (and genres!) that I'm very excited about, and hope to unveil soon. If that’s too long to wait, then please check out my other books, all of which are currently available!

You can get a free copy of my novella 'The Frontier Lord' if you sign up to my newsletter at https://duncanmhamilton.com/newsletter/

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Mepjax
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Series! Every page was action packed and fast moving!
Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2024
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I really enjoyed the Alpha Protocol series. Duncan Hamilton doesn’t disappoint in each storyline he creates. I’m hooked, looking for his next read now!
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Norm Zurawski
4.0 out of 5 stars Like It, Don't Love It
Reviewed in the United States on January 15, 2024
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I like this book, and the series. But I did not like this book as much as the other ones in the series. I think it's fine, and I will give it a 4 and not a 3 based on how easy it is to read, and the fact he does not take this into James Corey Soap Opera land. But it's trending there a little bit. If the 4th one is in the same realm, I'll probably give it up at that point.

The narrative moves enough, barely, but it's slow. Not sure that makes any sense but there it is. The narrative from moment to moment is fine but the overall story really goes nowhere from the front cover to the back. While there is a story line, you could almost argue that this whole book could have been wrapped up in a handful of chapters as part of a larger narrative.

I think there is a larger narrative playing out. But like the Expanse series, not enough time is spent going into that mysterious element. Is the reality here that it's too hard to come up with alien narratives? I mean, I get it, we're all human. So it's hard to move an alien narrative forward when we don't know any (I don't think).

Like it, don't love it. And some small warning signals are going off in my head that this may be jumping the proverbial shark in the next few books.
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Jeremy Frank
5.0 out of 5 stars A worthy entry to a great series.
Reviewed in the United States on December 23, 2023
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The third book does a great job of both capturing the energy of the first two books while expanding upon characters we love and slowly, but steadily, building out the world in a way that feels natural. I almost expected things to bog down with the multiple perspectives and different themes but I am happy to say it doesn't. And not only that but there is a satisfying convergence so that while we're left with a lot of mystery (ready for book 4) there is still a lot of satisfaction at the end, no cliff hangers here. I am liking forward to the next entry!
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John C. Hansel
5.0 out of 5 stars The luck of the Irish
Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2023
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Wow, what great character development. Especially that curmudgeon Kingston Smith I know an Irish fellow in his early 70s who may very well be this character. I know Smith was supposed to be English but in fact I don’t think so. Can’t wait to hear more about this gentleman.one of the best characters I’ve read.
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Thomas P. Uncini
4.0 out of 5 stars Focus Hannah
Reviewed in the United States on December 11, 2023
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This is another fun book that advances the story a short distance. My only issue, and it’s a personal preference, is that when in intense combat situations the characters, esp Hannah, have long thoughts not closely related to the action at hand. In a tense situation people focus closely on the task and don’t consider what they did at some time in the past.
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Brian Walker
5.0 out of 5 stars I loved it
Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2023
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I enjoyed Book 3 and look forward to more. Duncan does a lot of building up to the climax that keeps me reading. I wish the climax to his books was a little more intense though. Nonetheless, the build up is more than enjoyable.
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Kevin Loomis
4.0 out of 5 stars It's OK but important - like JRR Tolkiens' book 2 "The Two Towers" from the "Lord of the Rings"
Reviewed in the United States on December 16, 2023
I deeply enjoy Duncan Hamilton's books - his world-building, adventures, deep characters, and wide range of stories are just a few of the many reasons. The Alpha Protocol has been my favorite series - until now. However, I expect that to change in the next book.

Lord of the Rings has three books, with The Two Towers being the middle of the series. I disliked this book as it built on the world, characters, and plot but lacked clear adventure and constant flow. Book two resulted in nothing being completed - just advanced. Return of the King was the finale, which brought everything together, making Book 2 critical. I expect Privateer to be in the same category.

In The Privateer - Samson is back, along with Hannah and a new person called Price. Please STOP reading now if you don't want to hear more about the story - slight spoiler alert.

Samson is looking for his command (the last ship was blown up by the aliens) but is offered an assignment to work with Smith - a loveable rouge whom Samson got arrested in the previous books. Private companies are buying alien artifacts, which the government wants to stop; Samon and Smith are brought together to identify these companies.. Yeah, it's interesting but not very exciting.

Hannah turns from a nerdy scientist to a nerdy Special Forces member - very cool. We learn how she builds herself up along with a few twists - none being aliens. Yeah, it's a good backstory but it's not very exciting.

Price passed special forces training but is shifted to identity companies stealing alien artifacts. He does this by being the bodyguard for a politician. Yeah, good, but aside from a few assassination attempts, it's not very exciting, and there are no aliens.

In the end, all three come together, which clearly sets up book four and the rest of the series. Yes, there is a MINOR alien encounter, but it is minor and more of an afterthought. The primary goal is to identify companies looking to buy alien artifacts and bring the three characters together. Like JRR Tolken's Two Towers, the Privateer is important and a decent read but slow.

One ANNOYING style that makes this book difficult to read - is the lack of flow. Normally, I'll read Duncan's books in a few days - I can't put them down. The Privateer took me about a month due to a lack of flow. When the action starts, Duncan frustratingly jumps to another character. This constant interruption of action was frustrating and different from the first two books. The first two books were primarily Samson with nonstop flow and action. The Privateer is the opposite.

Please note that I was given an advanced copy of this book for an honest review. As you can see, I am being honest. I'd have bought this book regardless of the ARC. I've typically paid for all of Duncan's books, and am excited to read Book 4. Like the Two Towers setting up the Return of the King, I expect the Privateer will truly open up the world Duncan has created in book four! Hopefully, he brings back the flow, allowing the action to build and then explode.
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LastBestHope
5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding
Reviewed in the United States on December 4, 2023
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Dear Mr. Hamilton,

This series deserves more than one book per year. That is to say those of us who have invested in this terrific story want Book 4 ASAP. Please and Thank You.
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Shamann
5.0 out of 5 stars Another thriller
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 3, 2023
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A suspenseful thriller where previous characters return for an exciting read, which opens the door for future thrillers. Each character is well worth the time devoted to them in this book. Considerable political intrigue is well thought out and exciting, but worrying if some greedy humans behave this way if contact ever happens!
Another great book from this fantasy/sci-fi master. Very much looking forward to the next instalment, which can't come soon enough.
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5.0 out of 5 stars More brilliance!
Reviewed in Australia on December 23, 2023
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My only real issue with Duncan's writing, is that he doesn't have the next book in the series finished when I have finished reading the current one. Everyone should read this series in my opinion. I am a fantasy novel fan, but am completely engrossed and eagerly awaiting the next installment in this series.
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Sandra Wallace
5.0 out of 5 stars The Privateer: Alpha Protocol Book 3
Reviewed in Australia on December 2, 2023
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A suspenseful fast actioned read, much enjoyed. Good character involvement. I loved reading 3 books on straight science as opposed to fantasy. Looking forward to more.
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