Ahoy there me mateys! This is the first book of a military sci-fi duology called Vatta's Peace. The duology follows the 5 book Vatta's War series. If ye are not already familiar with the Vatta's War series, I would not begin here. I have read this story before but was extremely excited when I found out there was an audiobook version. I absolutely loved listening to it.

In this novel, the systems should be at peace as the interplanetary conflict has ended. Ky is headed to her home planet to deal with family business affairs. A straightforward trip ends up sabotaged when the shuttle crashes. Ky uses her intelligence and grit to survive.

Kylara Vatta is a great character to root for. One of the best things about both series is watching Ky's progression and character development. I also enjoy other characters like cousin Stella and Aunt Grace. Additionally, the author has twists to the story that seem so realistic. People die. Artic weather sucks. Rescue takes a long, long time. Even in times of crisis, personalities clash. I really do enjoy survival stories.

There are several small issues with the novel. There are a couple of plot points that are solved easily. The novel ends on a cliff hanger. And the people behind the island's secrets are not really explained in this book. To get full story, ye need to read the next book.

I don't remember everything that happens in book 2 but I hope Tantor Audio has the conclusion to the duology. I need to refresh my memory of what happens next. Arrrrr!

I received a copy of the audiobook from Tantor Audio in exchange for me honest musings.

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Ahoy there me mateys! This here be a combined review of the Vatta’s Peace duology. While I try to post no spoilers, if ye haven’t read the Vatta’s War series and ye keep reading this log then ye have been forewarned and continue at yer own peril . . .

Ye think I would have enough of Ky Vatta after readin’ the 5 books in the Vatta’s War series. Well no, I wanted more! Luckily for me this companion series exists. Ever wonder what happens to the Admiral when war is over? Then this be for ye!

I loved book 1 so much plus there was a crazy cliffhanger so I just leapt straight into the remainder of the story. And was very satisfied by what I got.

This story follows Ky as she goes back to her home planet to quickly take care of some business and return to the fleet. Only she never gets to her destination. Sabotage finds her stranded in arctic conditions with a very small band of survivors. I adore survival stories especially when it involves treacherous seas, islands, and people! This aspect was me favourite part. I thought how the author chose to portray the timeline of the survival story was particularly lovely. The only minor quibble was the “rescue” was a little anti-climatic.

But of course after the survivors are saved, the pace gears back up. I certainly did not expect what happened to Ky and the others after that. Politics and chaos become the order of the day. It was super fun. Ky, Stella, and Grace all play their parts. And what was fascinating is that they continue to grow and change more in these two books. Like real people do. So that was fun.

While the Vatta story can end here, I will certainly take another companion series that looks into the unsolved mystery of this duology. Arrr!

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