
In the book 'Terminal Alliance' by Jim C. Hines, humanity has been decimated by a plague, leaving most survivors feral. The story follows Marion Mops Amdamopoulos, the head of Sanitation and Hygiene on a spaceship, who, along with her crew, must save the world after an attack that turns everyone else into zombie-like characters. As they navigate through difficulties and face other aliens, the crew showcases humor, action, and inventive solutions to challenges. The plot unfolds with quirky characters, misadventures, and a complex universe, all set in a future where humans work alongside aliens, unaware of hidden agendas and old conspiracies.
The book is praised for its fast-paced, witty, and original narrative that blends humor with a clever and serious plot. Readers are drawn into a universe where post-plague humans, rescued by aliens, become a formidable military force. The story revolves around Mops and her crew as they unravel mysteries, confront perils, and strive to save humanity while navigating alien ship systems and uncovering sinister secrets about Earth's past. With engaging characters, robust universe-building, and skillfully revealed secrets, 'Terminal Alliance' offers a blend of humor, action, and intrigue that captivates readers from start to finish.
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Content warnings include themes of bioweapons, violence related to human-turned-zombies, and a post-apocalyptic setting that may involve distressing scenarios.
From The Publisher:
The Krakau came to Earth to invite humanity into a growing alliance of sentient species. However, they happened to arrive after a mutated plague wiped out half the planet, turned the rest into shambling, near-unstoppable animals, and basically destroyed human civilization.
You know—your standard apocalypse.
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About the Author:
Jim C. Hines is the author of numerous fantasy novels, including the Magic ex Libris series, the Princess series of fairy tale retellings, and the humorous Goblin Quest trilogy.
He’s an active blogger, and won the 2012 Hugo Award for Best Fan Writer. He lives in mid-Michigan with his family.
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