March to the Sea http://www.fishpond.co.nz/Books/March-to-Sea-David-Weber-John-Ringo/9780743435802

By David Weber, John Ringo

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Paperback, 672 pages

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01 November 2002

This fast-paced sequel to "March Upcountry" continues the odyssey of men and women caught in a struggle for survival and determined to maintain their courage and humour in the face of overwhelming odds.

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Stranded on the hostile planet Marduk and charged with the protection of Prince Roger, Tertiary Heir to the Throne of Man, the Bronze Battalion of the Empress's Own company of elite soldiers makes its tortuous way toward the sea and their only hope of returning home. This fast-paced sequel to March Upcountry continues the odyssey of men and women caught in a struggle for survival and determined to maintain their courage and humor in the face of overwhelming odds. Coauthors Weber (the Honor Harrington series) and Ringo (A Hymn Before Battle) excel in depicting the lives and times of soldiers both on and off the battlefield. With particular appeal to fans of military sf, this title belongs in most sf collections. Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information.

In this admirable continuation of the authors' March Upcountry (2001), Prince Roger McClintock and his diminishing band of Royal Marines are still on the soggy, hot planet Marduk and still having an interesting time. Their way to the sea and their ultimate goal is barred not only by jungle, swamp, weird wildlife and local politics, but also by a wandering barbarian horde known as the Boman. In addition, the Marines' technological advantage is shrinking faster than their numbers, their vitamins may run out before they reach safety and the course of true or any other love for the prince and female sergeant Nimashet Despreaux is not running smoothly. However, human and Mardukan are able to combine resources including the engineering skills of the city of Diaspra, the wealth of the port city of K'Vaern's Cove, and the military talents of Marine Captain Pahner, exiled Mardukan prince Raster and formidable general Bistem Kar to generate both weaponry and tactics to defeat the Boman. The development of a Mardukan combined-arms force will fascinate sophisticated readers (the manual of arms for a four-armed, 10-foot soldier is a thing of beauty), while the overthrow of the Boman will grip straightforward action lovers in spite of the staggering body count. And there's the distinct hint of at least one more volume about Prince Roger's homeward journey at the end of this one, a hint that will please many. (Aug.) Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information.

Publisher:	Baen Books
ISBN:	074343580X
EAN:	9780743435802
Dimensions:	11.86 x 17.35 x 2.79 centimeters (0.31 kg)
Age Range:	15+ years

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5.0 out of 5 based on 6 reviews. 5 of 5 Stars! – Customer review on 09/03/2006

A great combination of technological warfare and political intrigue. Add a huge dose of human drama sprinkled with some comical events and a wonderful cast of characters. Throw in a planet full of hidden surprises and this is space opera at one of it's best.I was hugely entertained by the well choreographed battle moments and this motley bunch of characters. Waiting eagerly for the next installment.