The Complete Dead Planet Series

By: Drew Avera

Narrated by: Al Kessel

The future is darker than you think!

When Serus Blackwell was recruited into The Agency, he had to leave his family behind. The Agency stripped him of his humanity, but they failed to take his memories during his programming.

During a hit, Serus discovers that his sister, Kara, is next on the list for execution by an organization called The Syndicate, but the woman who should have been removed from his memories triggers an act of defiance that will set him on a course no one ever expected.

In order to save Kara, Serus turns his back on The Agency on a suicide mission that reveals something more sinister than he ever could have realized: The Syndicate’s plans to destroy Mars.

Can he save the last surviving member of his family and save the only world he has ever known, or will he have to choose which is more important: family or the millions of lives at stake if he does nothing?

The Dead Planet Series is a dystopian science fiction series that shows how far someone will go to save the people they love, even if it means they must destroy who they are to do it.

©2013, 2017 Drew Alexander Avera (P)2018 Drew Alexander Avera

Nice relaxing read.

A dark view of the future where the powerful rule without regard to the masses. Can't help but feel this is a political commentary book based on saving your loved one. The story is good as is the voice acting. Having the three titles together is defiantly a plus for this series.

Never a dull moment!!!

Al Kessel does another outstanding job! Great action, adventure, and sci-fi! Never a dull moment.

Murder, programming, and interplanetary travel

Avera's 3 books come packaged completely in one 13 hour or so audiobook. Set in a future where interplanetary travel is possible, and people can be programmed for specific jobs. The MC is one such person. He has been programmed into a deadly enforcer. Serus Blackwel is brainwashed, for lack of a better term, into forgetting who he is, and forced into working for a planet wide syndicate (that is responsible for something that will not make him happy when he finds out).

Over time he breaks free of his programming, and becomes a freedom fighter trying to save Mars, and break the people there free from their oppression. Serus grows as a character from one book to the next. Think of how Robocop went from being aby the book machine into a fragment of the man he was. Serus isn't Robocop, but his journey is much the same.

Avera does a great job with plotting, pacing, and the action. The only real complaint that I have is that the rest of the characters don't seem to be as fully developed. Granted, they are secondary characters, but I would have liked to see some personal growth their way too.

Kessel does a fine job narrating, and his style compliments the series as a whole. He fits Serus to a tee, and is excellent at portraying his inner conflict. He also adds to the battle scenes. He really sets the overall tone.

Great Listen!

I received this audio book for free in exchange for my honest review. This is a very well written story with excellent narration that you will surely enjoy as much as I did.

Well done dystopia

Narrated brilliantly by Al Kessel, the story of Serus Blackwell in the Complete Dead Planet Series takes readers on a turbulent journey. Forced into The Agency and transformed into a skilled assassin, Serus finds himself on the deadly and dusty landscape of a futuristic Mars. Little did he expect that his own sister, Kara, would become a target for a "Policeman" to eliminate. Determined to uncover the truth, Serus must reluctantly collaborate with individuals he despises, as the haunting question of why Kara is marked for death gnaws at him. As a result, Serus and his trusted allies are compelled to turn their deadly abilities against the very Agency that shaped them, in order to thwart an organization obsessed with absolute dominance and callous toward the countless lives at stake.

Sacrifices and harrowing consequences abound in this compelling narrative, where one man's unwavering resolve drives the plot forward. The story is a thrilling, intellectually stimulating, and profoundly thought-provoking adventure. Drew Avera weaves an intricate tale filled with suspense and unexpected twists, leaving readers gripped until the very end.

With Al Kessel's fantastic narration, the characters come to life, their emotions palpable, and their journeys heart-wrenchingly real. Kessel's skillful delivery enhances the suspense and tension, keeping listeners engaged from start to finish.

Overall, the Complete Dead Planet Series is a highly recommended and immensely enjoyable experience. It effortlessly combines elements of excitement, intelligence, and profound moral dilemmas. Whether you're a fan of action-packed adventures or seeking a story that delves into deeper themes, this series is sure to satisfy your cravings. Be prepared to be captivated by the enthralling world created by Drew Avera and skillfully brought to life by Al Kessel's narration.