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Renegades

Expeditionary Force • Book 7

by Craig Alanson

Narrated by R.C. Bray

4.61 ABR Score (37.7K ratings)
★ 4.37 Goodreads (12.0K) ★ 4.82 Audible (25.7K)
17h 7m Released 2019 Sci-Fi

Why Listen to This Audiobook?

R.C. Bray has spent seven books perfecting Skippy the Magnificent's insufferable genius routine, and by now it's less performance than possession.

  • Great if you want: military sci-fi that never takes itself too seriously
  • Listening experience: high-energy banter-driven pacing that eats hours quickly
  • Narration: Bray's comedic timing for Skippy is the beating heart of this series
  • Skip if: you haven't started Book 1 — this rewards series listeners only

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About This Audiobook

When the battle-weary crew of the Flying Dutchman finally heads home to Earth, they expect well-deserved rest and ship repairs after their latest victories against overwhelming alien forces. Instead, they find themselves caught in a web of political intrigue and military bureaucracy that threatens everything they've fought to protect. As enemies emerge from unexpected quarters and allies prove unreliable, the crew must navigate treacherous waters where the rules of engagement have completely changed. The very survival of humanity may depend on their willingness to break protocol and operate outside official channels.

R.C. Bray delivers another masterful performance, seamlessly shifting between the distinct voices that fans have come to love while maintaining perfect pacing through both intense action sequences and quieter character moments. His portrayal captures the crew's battle fatigue and growing cynicism with subtle vocal nuances that add emotional depth to Craig Alanson's sharp dialogue. The extended runtime allows for rich character development and complex plot threads to unfold naturally, making this installment particularly well-suited to audio format where Bray's engaging delivery keeps listeners absorbed through every twist and revelation.