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Paperback. One commander chose to disobey.When a catastrophic chain reaction threatens civilization, a battle-hardened commander leads his rogue battalion and their families into exile. Cities go dark. Order collapses. On the first night, it becomes clear the old stories were never myths, but warnings.Epic military science fiction where ancient gods reclaim the battlefield and humanity must decide what it believes in to survive."A masterful blend of mythology and futuristic warfare, packed with vivid worldbuilding and cosmic danger." Readers' Favorite"Epic, high-stakes, and unforgettable. A brutal clash of humanity and gods with tension that never lets up." Independent Book ReviewIn the chaos that follows, Mars and Ares Augustus, brothers forged by discipline and loyalty to a ruthless empire, stand at the center of its collapse. Trained as elite soldiers, they now face a future where duty, loyalty, and survival collide, and every decision echoes across battlefields and reshapes the fate of entire worlds.Neptune returns from exile as the most dangerous symbol of rebellion the empire has ever known. Once a voice of hope, now a living threat, his defiance challenges imperial power and draws the attention of forces far older and more dangerous than any army. His war is no longer only against an empire, but against the gods themselves.From the abyss, Osiris awakens. God of death and renewal, his return unleashes chaos across the universe as ancient mythology collides with advanced technology. The fragile balance between mortals and immortals begins to unravel.At the heart of the conflict stands Hephaestus, a child marked by a rare and powerful ability. His survival could determine the future of humanity. His transformation may bring salvation, or total annihilation.As monsters hunt the refugees and gods choose their champions, survival becomes a war of faith as much as firepower. The Hoplite Battalion fractures between loyalty and rebellion as belief itself becomes a weapon.Enter a universe where gods walk beside mortals, where war is fought on the battlefield and within the soul, and where courage stands as the final defense against extinction. When myth collides with machine, no one escapes unchanged.What endures at Hoplite Ridge becomes the seed of humanity's myths, religion, and culture. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…
Codice articolo 9798350986471
- Titolo
- Hoplite Ridge (Paperback)
- Autore
- Sean Patrick Sayers
- Editore
- BookBaby
- Anno di pubblicazione
- 2025
- Condizione
- new
- Rilegatura
- Paperback
- Lingua
- inglese
- ISBN 13
- 9798350986471
"A sprawling, ambitious, and remarkably profound novel." — Diane C. Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review
The Vulture, the eternal watcher, has stood silent for eons, bound to the Fold where time coils without end. He does not rule, nor does he save. He watches. He remembers. And when gods awaken, he bears witness to the chaos that follows. But now, as empires fracture and ancient powers rise, even the Vulture is stirred to act.
Across three war-scarred worlds, the empire begins to collapse under the weight of rebellion, betrayal, and forgotten truths. Mars and Ares Augustus, brothers forged in loyalty to a ruthless order, face a reckoning that will pit duty against destiny. Each choice they make will echo across battlefields and through the very fabric of time.
Neptune, once the voice of hope and defiance, reemerges as a rebel whose name still carries the power to shake foundations. His rise threatens the empire's last grip on control, and his defiance calls forth both loyalty and fear. As Neptune steps onto the stage once more, the question is no longer whether he will challenge the empire, but whether he can survive the gods themselves.
From the abyss, Osiris awakens. God of death and renewal, his presence weaves chaos across every realm. His return is not a whisper but a storm, unraveling the fragile balance between mortals and immortals. In his shadow, even the strongest falter, and the future itself trembles.
In the heart of this struggle stands Hephaestus, a child marked by a rare and dangerous gift. His transformation may hold the key to salvation, or it may be the spark that sets the universe ablaze. To protect him is to invite conflict. To ignore him is to surrender the future.
The Hoplite Battalion, soldiers bound by discipline and sacrifice, must decide where their loyalties lie. Some cling to the fading promise of empire. Others see the rising tide of rebellion as the only path forward. Each is forced to confront a truth that cannot be ignored: when myth collides with machine, no one escapes untouched.
Hoplite Ridge is not only a story of battles and bloodshed, but of faith, courage, and the choices that define humanity. It is a saga where secrets unravel, loyalties fracture, and survival is measured not by strength alone, but by conviction. The Vulture has watched countless worlds rise and fall, but for the first time in eons, even he cannot remain silent.
For readers who long for the epic scale of Dune, the unflinching intensity of Red Rising, and the gritty realism of The Expanse, this novel offers a journey into the heart of power where legends are born, empires are broken, and the future of humanity is decided.
Enter a universe where gods walk beside mortals, where war is waged on both the battlefield and the soul, and where courage becomes the final defense against extinction.
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Informazioni sull’autore
His work blends storytelling, service, and advocacy, drawing on history, mythology, and philosophy to explore themes of conflict, survival, and resilience.
Sayers is the author of Conrad Scott, a post-apocalyptic novella examining survival and human endurance, and Hoplite Ridge, a science fiction epic praised as a masterpiece of the genre. Hoplite Ridge is a gripping tale of loyalty, power, and destiny, where ancient mythology collides with futuristic warfare in a battle for survival across the stars.
His next book, Black Meridian: Piracy & Empire, is a sweeping narrative history of the Golden Age of Piracy and its role in shaping the modern world. Drawing on meticulous research and told with the pacing of an epic drama, Black Meridian reveals how outlaws, privateers, and empires fought for dominance on the high seas and how those battles changed the course of global power.
With a background in emergency management, defense, and maritime consulting, Sayers brings realism and complexity to his storytelling. Beyond writing, he has served in leadership roles, advocating for resources, policy improvements, and community support.
In 2022, Sayers' daughter was diagnosed with leukemia, a life-changing event that reshaped his priorities. He stepped away from other responsibilities to become her full-time caregiver and has since been an advocate for pediatric cancer awareness. In addition to pledging 100% of his royalties for the first 90 days of Hoplite Ridge sales to the Clements Cuties Foundation, Sayers continues to donate 20% of ongoing royalties from the novel to organizations that support families facing pediatric cancer. He has also donated most royalties from Conrad Scott to hospice programs, helping provide dignity and care for those facing the end of life.
Through his books, advocacy, and service, Sean Patrick Sayers continues to share stories that inspire, engage, and connect, bridging literature, history, and real-world experience to offer readers narratives that are as immersive as they are meaningful.
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