The Oort Federation: To the Stars: The Oort Chronicles, Book 2
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The Oort Federation: To the Stars: The Oort Chronicles, Book 2 Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

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As the Oort Federation becomes a major force in the Solar System, Braxton Thorpe passes the Federation chairmanship to former US President John Butler. Thorpe’s group offers humanity virtual immortality, but Isidor Orlov and his Udachny Enterprises oppose their every move.

While terraforming Mars for more living space, the Mars Reds prove formidable as resisters. If the Asterian starship fighter pilots are released, will they align with Phoenix or Udachny, and who will develop the right FTL technology?

In this tense space adventure, Thorpe, his team, and Max the tabby cat travel to Proxima Centauri and beyond to the Aster system, 84 lightyears distant. Will Thorpe bring together humans and Asterians in their quest for intergalactic travel? Will long life prove more than mere humans can handle?

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  1. Listening Length
    14 hours and 32 minutes
  2. Author
    Robert G. Williscroft
  3. Narrator
    Trenton Bennett
  4. Audible release date
    June 15, 2022
  5. Language
    English
  6. Publisher
    Fresh Ink Group
  7. ASIN
    B0B43Z5NMM
  8. Version
    Unabridged
  9. Program Type
    Audiobook
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Listening Length 14 hours and 32 minutes
Author Robert G. Williscroft
Narrator Trenton Bennett
Whispersync for Voice Ready
Audible.com Release Date June 15, 2022
Publisher Fresh Ink Group
Program Type Audiobook
Version Unabridged
Language English
ASIN B0B43Z5NMM
Best Sellers Rank #536,932 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals)
#1,860 in Hard Science Fiction (Audible Books & Originals)
#6,270 in Space Opera Science Fiction (Audible Books & Originals)
#8,249 in Adventure Science Fiction

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Justin Alcala
5.0 out of 5 stars Sci-fi with eerily similar Reality issues
Reviewed in the United States on October 10, 2022
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The Oort Federation hits too close to home, even though it’s anything but close. Based in the cosmos, this sci-fi thriller explores the life of two different societies based on very real outcomes of our own society. Complete with nationalism, scientific intrigue, and even some Russian Oligarchs, the author tests what we as a society becomes when we are so far from Earth, yet still very earthly.
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V. Babcock
5.0 out of 5 stars Epic Science as Usual
Reviewed in the United States on June 29, 2022
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Though it stands alone, this book awesomely continues from book 1 with next second science. Not only do the characters harness the power of black holes, they reanimate digital people back to flesh. We also get to meet the Asterians on their home planets, the Oort reveal a devastating secret. I can’t wait for book 3.
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Lemmy Caution
5.0 out of 5 stars I Couldn't Wait for this One!
Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2022
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I've read all the books of Mr. Williscroft and couldn't wait for this one to come out. I devoured in a few days. It's a really great addition to the series. I recommend it to fans of the series and science fictions fans in general.
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Kevin G. Chapman
4.0 out of 5 stars An entertaining expansion of the Oort Federation saga
Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2022
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To the Stars is the second installment in the Oort Federation series, and the sequel to The Icicle, which I read earlier this year. Like many Sci-Fi series, it is essential that you read book #1 before reading book #2. The characters, the villains, the construction of the universe, and the technological elements of the story would all be confusing to a reader trying to pick up the story here in the second book.

For readers who enjoyed The Icicle, Mr. Williscroft takes all the plot lines and technological advances of that story and expands them as Braxton Thorpe, Daphne, Kimberly, and the other heroes (and e-heroes) head out to explore the galaxy, starting with the 84 light year trip to the Aster system in their FTL combo MERT-MBH ships, carrying along their portals, e-disks, hyper-disks, and the amazing abilities of uploaded humans and their Oort federation companions. And, of course, Max, eMax, and Maxter. (If you didn’t understand that, please see paragraph 1.) All the scientific and technological advancements introduced in book #1 evolve to their logical conclusions, limited only by the author’s extensive imagination.

The story explores the political, social, and intellectual development of the ancient Asterian societies on Rogan and Frohlich, making astute observations about how the two very different governments and societies work. There is still the villainous Russian oligarch, some twists involving the Oort, and the challenge of making contact with a new civilization that may think you are marauding invaders and not friendly trading partners. The action moves quickly, there are numerous side stories (including the challenge of terraforming Mars for human habitation), and plenty of character relationships to track through the sprawling narrative. It’s a Sci-Fi epic in the making, and it’s not over yet.

I liked the read, although it is not without some weak points. Several subplots don’t seem to lead anywhere important (although there might be connections coming in future books). The scientific and technological advancements, and major advancements of the plot, move at lightning speed, even when it seems implausible. There is never a real sense of peril for the heroes, despite the author’s attempt to create a viable villain. And the author sometimes dazzles the reader with his extensive knowledge of physics, chemistry, and technology beyond the point where some readers may prefer a little less science and a little more fiction. These minor issues do not significantly besmirch the very well-written and well-edited volume that expands the Oort universe and sets up more exciting stories to come.

Fans of Mr. Williscroft and fans of book #1 will be happy to get their next taste of this universe and will be anxiously awaiting the next installment.
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Ebenezer Eboh
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book!!
Reviewed in the United States on February 7, 2023
The book is a very good read. Great plot and great finish
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