Dark Space

Dark Space, Book 1

By: Jasper T. Scott

Narrated by: William Dufris

Humanity is defeated.

Ten years ago the Sythians invaded the galaxy with one goal: to wipe out the human race.

They are hiding.

Now the survivors are hiding in the last human sector of the galaxy: Dark Space--once a place of exile for criminals, now the last refuge of mankind.

They are isolated.

The once galaxy-spanning Imperium of Star Systems is left guarding the gate which is the only way in or out of Dark Space--but not everyone is satisfied with their governance.

©2013 Jasper T. Scott (P)2014 Audible Inc.

Fun story. Terrible reader.

Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

William Dufris wrecks this book. It was hard to get through.

What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting?

Dark Space is a kind of Sci-Fi noir, which is, to me at least, more interesting than epic Sci-Fi. Very few characters. Simple narrative. This is not inherently superior, but with so much Sci-Fi writers aiming for epic status, it's a nice change of pace to read a small story. However, Scott commits the ridiculous Sci-Fi sin of replacing profanity with "space swears". Nothing wrecks an intense scene than when a character says "fracking". It's obtrusive and throws me right out of the narrative. Was this written for kids?

Who would you have cast as narrator instead of William Dufris?

Almost anyone. James Marsters springs to mind. William Dufris reads the book with a corny demeanor that destroys everything. Imagine Patrick Warburton doing a Barney Fife (Don Knots) impression. It's cheesy and annoying. I wish I had listened to a sample before spending money on this.

If this book were a movie would you go see it?

Yes, unless William Dufris were in it.

Great start to a great adventure

In Dark Space, humanity has been driven from its worlds by an enemy called the Slythians. They run to Dark Space, a place accessible only by a special gate, and previously reserved for criminals. Ethan is a smuggler who owes a debt to a crime boss. In order to repay his debt (and he doesn't have much choice), he agrees to infiltrate an Imperial carrier and he must decide where his loyalties lie.

I listened to the Audible version. The narrator was a bit rough and shaky at the beginning but quickly gained his stride after a few chapters. I think he did a fine job after that.

Story-wise, this is a non-stop page turner. I really, really enjoyed listening to this and was always waiting to hear more about how the story was going to turn out. The characters are pretty well done and have excellent back stories.

There wasn't much I didn't like about this. There is a twist near the end that I thought was maybe a little too unbelievable and there was many situations that resolved a bit too conveniently. But overall, the writing was very well done and I really look forward to the next book.

Picked it up on a whim now I'm hooked!

I picked this book up on Kindle because it was cheap. I Got a notification for a discount on Audible. I picked it up so I could listen at work and man is this book more than I thought it was going to be! I was skeptical at first but I have to say the story was fantastic and thoroughly held my attention. there were twists and turns I genuinely did not see coming and I didn't feel like there were too many cliche plot elements. the voice acting was phenomenal if a little cheesy at times. my only complaint is the overuse of the made up curse words but I will say I appreciate that they least made an effort to not have foul language. if you're looking for action and suspense in science fiction I would highly recommend this book!

Very entertaining

The Dark Space concept is extremely intriguing to me. The story is fast and fun with some surprising twists. I am moving on to the next book in the series.

a good start

A good start to what I hope to be a long and exciting journey, likeable well developed characters

Great story and reader, couldn't stop listening!

Would you consider the audio edition of Dark Space to be better than the print version?

Probably so since you get to hear the great William Dufris bring the story and it's characters to life!

Who was your favorite character and why?

Alara/Angel, I liked her fight to survive and how she handled her situation.

What about William Dufris’s performance did you like?

Everything, he is a masterful story reader.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes! Which is rare for me, I couldn't stop listening to this book it was so intense and suspenseful and entertaining!!

Any additional comments?

This is great pure sci-fi goodness at its best, if you like space sagas you will love this book!

Mediocre with a sudden solution to all problems

Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not?

No, I wouldn't.
Spoiler alert.......
The book was going along fine, not impressive or anything but passable and then suddenly all his problems are solved all at once in the course of less than 2 minutes of tape. It was an abrupt solution that totally ruined the book.

Would you ever listen to anything by Jasper T. Scott again?

I don't think so. If all his books end with an miraculous solution to the problem in seconds rather than a build or even a left turn, I don't think I will listen to more. I mean it was like he had a page count and suddenly realized he had to finish the book on this page.

Would you listen to another book narrated by William Dufris?

He was a passable narrator.

Decently good book.

If you could sum up Dark Space in three words, what would they be?

Another reviewer compared to lost fleet. It's a little less science then that if possible. Straight sci fi story. Good with out the long draw on of how long it takes to travel 1000000 miles across a planetary system ect ect that some authored love to tell you about for endless hours. I call it sci fi light which is what I like. So I enjoyed the heck out of the book. A little short for a credit is the only negative I can give this book. Narrator did a decent job. Not sure why others didn't like him.

A great find !

Different twist on the genre,not to put down pionneer writers that came before.Humanity is in hiding in a black holes system from a deadly alien race. great starfighter battles and a little enders game going on but for older fans.The narrator is excellent as Ethan ! A great find !

Fun and fast moving.

Light fun s suspenseful Noval that kept Your interest pretty much all the way through it. Looking forward to book 2