Books like The Forlorn Hope by David Drake
In a galaxy far, far away, a soldier's company is hired by an army to fight against a tyrannical regime. The company consists of skilled warriors and cunning tacticians who despise the forces of oppression. When a starship and its crew join the fight, the fate of the galaxy hangs in the balance. The Master Writer, David Drake, delivers a thrilling space opera adventure with action, humor, and heart.
First publish date: 1984
Genre: Science Fiction/Military Science Fiction
Authors: David Drake
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