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Kurtherian Gambit: The Etheric Academy #3
Alpha Class: Discovery
The Etheric Empire is making final preparations to cross the Gate.
In the run-up to departure the Etheric Academy goes through some changes as the students get a taste of the future awaiting them after graduation. The classes are split, and new friendships form as Tina, Ron, Yana, Maxim, and Nestor take their first steps toward adulthood.
A visit to Earth is on the cards for Tina, Ron, and Maxim, but is it REALLY a good idea to let the kids go down to the mud ball again? Jean Dukes is left with no choice when sabotage forces a shutdown at an important TQB facility in the UK.
There's intrigue at the castle and the kids can't resist. As the mystery unravels they will discover what it means to fight for what's right.
208 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 27, 2018
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March 29, 2018
Yay the alpha class is back
Yes the etheric academy is back with a new trip to the mudball aka earth so you know how that’s doing to end right ;-) story was well done with new author Natalie take up the gauntlet from T.S. Paul and does a great job keeping the characters voices the same and adding her own. I look forward to book 4 so write faster.
Yes the etheric academy is back with a new trip to the mudball aka earth so you know how that’s doing to end right ;-) story was well done with new author Natalie take up the gauntlet from T.S. Paul and does a great job keeping the characters voices the same and adding her own. I look forward to book 4 so write faster.
November 12, 2020
Finally, now where is book 4 😁
Great to see another new author in this universe. Doubly hard because she had to pick up in the middle of this series. Looking forward to more.....sooner rather than later.🙂
Great to see another new author in this universe. Doubly hard because she had to pick up in the middle of this series. Looking forward to more.....sooner rather than later.🙂
March 29, 2018
Glad to read it
I was worried this series was going to die after book 2 and nothing else for so long. I was surprised and happy when this book showed yo today. I dropped all my other reading to read this book. I can’t wait to see where it goes.
I was worried this series was going to die after book 2 and nothing else for so long. I was surprised and happy when this book showed yo today. I dropped all my other reading to read this book. I can’t wait to see where it goes.
April 10, 2022
Awesome
I love how these stories tie in with the Kurtherian Gambit series. It keeps the story going and make it all the more enjoyable. I have grown with the characters and feel like I know them personally.
I love how these stories tie in with the Kurtherian Gambit series. It keeps the story going and make it all the more enjoyable. I have grown with the characters and feel like I know them personally.
May 8, 2019
Action, action, action. The future’s youths are ready to jump in without hesitation. The story is entertaining and interesting. It was great to see Jean Dukes involved on a land operation.
April 12, 2018
The kids are alright, the bad guys not so much.
March 10, 2020
I did not like this book nearly as much as the others in the series. In the past, the kids seemed to look up to and trust the adults who taught them. In this one, they didn't believe the adults should be privy to information about a woman having her family being held captive. Bad stuff could have been avoided easily if the kids went to the adults with the information right away. It would have been the logical choice to make and the choice the kids would make if they trusted the adults to handle things properly. My opinion of these kids went down quite a bit from their stupid decision making. I also felt that the two administrator sisters started to get really annoying and stupid. I won't spoil the ending, but I will say that those sisters suddenly act very differently near the end. I really dislike how those two are at the end. They suddenly seem to think that the kids are babies who can't be exposed to any risk. They mention that shooting a ship's guns at asteroids, with no other possible targets around is far too dangerous. That doesn't make sense. There is no danger to the kids or anyone else in that situation. The sisters suddenly are irrational. They also want to make changes to the setup of the school, but I won't discuss those changes. I will just say that those changes pissed me off. I think Michael Anderle mentioned in the authors notes of another book that he introduced two sisters referred to as the Double Ds, and the sisters were based on real people. If those real people are who the administrative twins are supposed to be, I wonder if they like how they were portrayed in this book. If I were them, I'd be very pissed with the author. The book was at least enjoyable. I do hope that N.D. Roberts improves at writing and was at least pleased with this book's quality given that it was her first attempt at writing.
April 12, 2018
Whew finally😁
I love this part of the universe! All I keep saying is I wish the academy was around when I went through school. It was a long wait, but well worth it. Thank you for developing these characters even more. I feel like I'm watching my own kids grow and develop ( I raised a Craig of my own). Unfortunately mine had no nanocytes to help with healing....lol
I especially loved it when John retorted about appreciating a job well done! That was a hihgle and wake up my hubby moment. Fortunately he is used to it.
Thanks again.
So?!!! When is the next installment? 😂
I love this part of the universe! All I keep saying is I wish the academy was around when I went through school. It was a long wait, but well worth it. Thank you for developing these characters even more. I feel like I'm watching my own kids grow and develop ( I raised a Craig of my own). Unfortunately mine had no nanocytes to help with healing....lol
I especially loved it when John retorted about appreciating a job well done! That was a hihgle and wake up my hubby moment. Fortunately he is used to it.
Thanks again.
So?!!! When is the next installment? 😂
April 16, 2018
Alpha Class Series
Another awesome series included in Bethany Ann's sphere of influence! I have laughed out loud (totally freaking out my family at times) in EVERY SINGLE BOOK I've read about The Kurtherian Gambit so far. And I have read as many as I can! In fact, I've read Bethany Ann's series about 6 times already. My hat is off to Michael Anderle for his idea of THEIR world, and also for his Awesome skills at getting other writers to join him on this journey. Impatiently awaiting more input. Lol. Y'all are doing a tremendous job!
Another awesome series included in Bethany Ann's sphere of influence! I have laughed out loud (totally freaking out my family at times) in EVERY SINGLE BOOK I've read about The Kurtherian Gambit so far. And I have read as many as I can! In fact, I've read Bethany Ann's series about 6 times already. My hat is off to Michael Anderle for his idea of THEIR world, and also for his Awesome skills at getting other writers to join him on this journey. Impatiently awaiting more input. Lol. Y'all are doing a tremendous job!
April 23, 2018
Excellent job for first novel!
This was a very enjoyable experience for JR's first project. It stayed true to the original plan and the characters ' personalities were right on. Recommended for independent read, but would be more enjoyable if a person began with the first of the Alpha Class series. I so appreciate all the work Michael A. has put into allowing us a chance to see new talent appear. It is refreshing to see authors he!ping each other. Keep up the great work!!I👏
This was a very enjoyable experience for JR's first project. It stayed true to the original plan and the characters ' personalities were right on. Recommended for independent read, but would be more enjoyable if a person began with the first of the Alpha Class series. I so appreciate all the work Michael A. has put into allowing us a chance to see new talent appear. It is refreshing to see authors he!ping each other. Keep up the great work!!I👏
May 7, 2018
Enjoyable
The story of Alpha class continues, but with a new author. Overall I enjoyed seeing what they were up to, however it's obvious the author is newly spreading her wings. One character irritated me a little due to vacillating in nature and not being true to the character's initial portrayal, however this was minor. I'm looking forward to seeing more of Nat's work as she grows as an author.
The story of Alpha class continues, but with a new author. Overall I enjoyed seeing what they were up to, however it's obvious the author is newly spreading her wings. One character irritated me a little due to vacillating in nature and not being true to the character's initial portrayal, however this was minor. I'm looking forward to seeing more of Nat's work as she grows as an author.
March 18, 2021
So much action!
I love the action scenes in these books! And this book has action from start to finish. Great story to bring that action alive, and I am amazed at how this author, or even any author, can create such a huge number of characters and have each so well defined. I've read a good number of books in this series by now, yet I am still looking forward to starting the next! That's the sign of a good series.
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I love the action scenes in these books! And this book has action from start to finish. Great story to bring that action alive, and I am amazed at how this author, or even any author, can create such a huge number of characters and have each so well defined. I've read a good number of books in this series by now, yet I am still looking forward to starting the next! That's the sign of a good series.
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March 2, 2022
Well, things have certainly hotted up in this book, and the students of the Etheric Academy ended up in some real battles, and situations that DD would be infuriated to know about!
The action scenes were good, and the students showed just how mature they are becoming, as they dealt with stuff that many adults would have been shivering in their shoes about.
It's going to be interesting to see how the changes at the end will affect the students in the fourth, and final, book, though.
The action scenes were good, and the students showed just how mature they are becoming, as they dealt with stuff that many adults would have been shivering in their shoes about.
It's going to be interesting to see how the changes at the end will affect the students in the fourth, and final, book, though.
May 20, 2019
AWSOME
As usual a great read. I really enjoy all the humor and action in these books. Authors getting with authors to give more depth to an interesting universe creates more and better books
I love reading and love having more and more to read. PS Thank you for having these on kindle unlimited. I binge read worse than alot of people binge watching tv.
As usual a great read. I really enjoy all the humor and action in these books. Authors getting with authors to give more depth to an interesting universe creates more and better books
I love reading and love having more and more to read. PS Thank you for having these on kindle unlimited. I binge read worse than alot of people binge watching tv.
April 25, 2020
Extra star for destruction
I was going to give this a 3 star rating. The god awful english accents just made me cringe! And the author is Welsh? What the actual....? I've lived all around the UK, and we don't all sound like extras in Mary Poppins. Honest. *eye roll* But I tacked on an extra star for the outrageous destruction at the end that was very fun to read.
I was going to give this a 3 star rating. The god awful english accents just made me cringe! And the author is Welsh? What the actual....? I've lived all around the UK, and we don't all sound like extras in Mary Poppins. Honest. *eye roll* But I tacked on an extra star for the outrageous destruction at the end that was very fun to read.
June 7, 2020
Smart kids!
Alpha class is hanging out with Jean Dukes now and helping to clean up a factory back on Earth, getting ready to head through the gate. They stumble across a plot and work to stop the bad guys. The kids get in on the action in a big way! A great last adventure for our Alpha class!
Alpha class is hanging out with Jean Dukes now and helping to clean up a factory back on Earth, getting ready to head through the gate. They stumble across a plot and work to stop the bad guys. The kids get in on the action in a big way! A great last adventure for our Alpha class!
March 28, 2018
Woot woot
Finally! The very long awaited third installment. I am a fan but and hats off to you all those who have the imagination to bring these stories to life for us. Sooo, next book?
Finally! The very long awaited third installment. I am a fan but and hats off to you all those who have the imagination to bring these stories to life for us. Sooo, next book?
March 30, 2018
Wonderful
Loved the story. The writing took me there, I could feel it in my bones! The teachers ending was priceless, especially the way the D's laid into them. Thank you for stepping up and write for us all. When is the next book due......:)
Loved the story. The writing took me there, I could feel it in my bones! The teachers ending was priceless, especially the way the D's laid into them. Thank you for stepping up and write for us all. When is the next book due......:)
April 2, 2018
Great writing
Loved how mature the kids are getting and deciding on their careers. When will Tina get enhanced? Love the Ds, they are a force to be reckoned with. Not sure where this will go without the mishaps with the other adults but waiting.
Loved how mature the kids are getting and deciding on their careers. When will Tina get enhanced? Love the Ds, they are a force to be reckoned with. Not sure where this will go without the mishaps with the other adults but waiting.
April 3, 2018
Class
Another great story. I really enjoy the kids learning and showing up the adults. LOL what they get into is so endearing. In some spots i laugh until i'm crying. It shows you can have a great story without alot of bad language and sex.
Another great story. I really enjoy the kids learning and showing up the adults. LOL what they get into is so endearing. In some spots i laugh until i'm crying. It shows you can have a great story without alot of bad language and sex.
April 7, 2018
Finally it is about time!!
Been waiting for another Alpha Class it seems for ever. I was not disappointed at all. This one was great, the kids are growing up and showing that they can do things. Read it to find out they get into this time!!
Been waiting for another Alpha Class it seems for ever. I was not disappointed at all. This one was great, the kids are growing up and showing that they can do things. Read it to find out they get into this time!!
April 10, 2018
Voulery nice story
I would recommend starting with the First book in the series. The battle scene in the end was not what I hoped for. The kids should have saved the day and not the adults.
I would recommend starting with the First book in the series. The battle scene in the end was not what I hoped for. The kids should have saved the day and not the adults.
April 18, 2018
Waiting semi-patiently for the next book.
OK, I just want to say I loved it! Great writing and a fine understanding of the characters and universe. Please keep this series going. Hurry up, I need more.
OK, I just want to say I loved it! Great writing and a fine understanding of the characters and universe. Please keep this series going. Hurry up, I need more.
September 8, 2018
Fantastic book
Loved this book and kudos to the new addition to the team of TKG author's great job. And to mr. Anderle for having the good sense (foresight-hindsight) to include others in creating this universe.
Loved this book and kudos to the new addition to the team of TKG author's great job. And to mr. Anderle for having the good sense (foresight-hindsight) to include others in creating this universe.
November 30, 2019
A good story!!
I chose the rating to help the writer.. He put together a good story that was uplifting. The action, plot, and people were true to life. Plus, young doesn't mean unable. But try to keep them out of combat, people die doing that stuff.
I chose the rating to help the writer.. He put together a good story that was uplifting. The action, plot, and people were true to life. Plus, young doesn't mean unable. But try to keep them out of combat, people die doing that stuff.
January 25, 2020
Great book
I was so pleased to get to delve into some of the up and coming characters. With the addition of nanocytes it becomes a timeline that will not only catch up but merge with the main characters as the years go by. Keep them coming and I will keep reading.
I was so pleased to get to delve into some of the up and coming characters. With the addition of nanocytes it becomes a timeline that will not only catch up but merge with the main characters as the years go by. Keep them coming and I will keep reading.
August 30, 2021
Excellent!
This is the type of story that I enjoy, young people learning new stuff about the world they live in. The next one may be the end of this story line, but with new students, there can be more stories.
This is the type of story that I enjoy, young people learning new stuff about the world they live in. The next one may be the end of this story line, but with new students, there can be more stories.
March 29, 2018
Amazing...
Great job with this one. Another success coming from the Kurtherian universe. I'm amazed by the new talents being discovered and mentored here. Keep it up!
Great job with this one. Another success coming from the Kurtherian universe. I'm amazed by the new talents being discovered and mentored here. Keep it up!
March 29, 2018
Lived it
Well worth the wait. Butttttttt hurry up I can't wait to read book 4. I highly recommend this series. And look forward to more stories
Well worth the wait. Butttttttt hurry up I can't wait to read book 4. I highly recommend this series. And look forward to more stories
March 30, 2018
Fantastic
N. D. Roberts knocks it out of the park with great story the story is fabulous she takes on the academy class and makes it fun and adventures abound. ENJOY
N. D. Roberts knocks it out of the park with great story the story is fabulous she takes on the academy class and makes it fun and adventures abound. ENJOY
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