Unfortunately I DNF this title. The premise drew me in but the characters just didn’t quite pull me all the way in with believability or caring enough about them to continue. I can see this appealing other types of readers, just not for me.

This was a pretty fun but unoriginal scifi romp. A prince who faked his own death and has gone rogue, living the life of an outlaw outside of the reach of the 12 kingdoms. Though after some run ins with some nasty bounty hunters (and omg if i have to read 'Glogs and borlongs' ONE MORE TIME) he falls for another outlaw who aids him in his adventures and decides to return home to re-claim the throne. Super fast space ships, alien races, shady markets, bounty hunters, and space-gate travel.

This book is not one to be taken too seriously. It reminded me of those classic 'Space Quest' games with a definite 'Han Solo' type protagonist. Arrogant, though in way over his head and thinks that luck is skill. The other characters each had their own dimensions and I enjoyed the cast. The setting was really among various backwater planets/space stations so there wasn't a ton of world building which was to be expected for an action-scifi.

This was a pretty solid read for those who love to gobble up all things 'space-romp' but it's not much of a stand out. Give it a shot and explore some new authors.

Thanks to #Netgalley for the review copy

This was such a fun book to read. I was skeptical of a Space Comedy novel because I had had a lot of misses and hits in that genre. I was remined of We are Bob series , which is in fact was a 5-star read for me. I am grateful to NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book in return for a fair and honest review.

A fun space opera, reads super quickly.

I got a review copy from NetGalley and it was such a fun quick read. A space adventure with a rag tag bunch coming together. The universe felt really original. The characters are travelling from one space port to another causing chaos and getting themselves in ever increasing trouble. Well worth reading.

3.5 stars: This was a generally decent and enjoyable sci-fi adventure. There were a lot of different fun elements and a solid story to keep you interested. It didn't necessarily blow me away and there were a few too many little things in the story that didn't feel 100% there for me, but overall I liked it.

Synopsis:
This sci-fi adventure is about a guy's quest to return home in the wake of his parent's untimely deaths. This decision is complicated by the facts that 1) Parr is actually Prince Parrtec, rightful ruler of the Sixteen and 2) He faked his own death to avoid his princely duties years ago and everyone thinks he is dead. Parr needs some help if he is going to make it back home and sets out on his journey.

Story and Plot:
I found myself really enjoying some of the humor and general plot of this book. While it didn't always feel entirely unique or special, it was definitely really fun. There were a lot of really cool sci-fi elements I could appreciate and the galaxy built in Space Throne was kind of cool.

I think one of the biggest cons for me in the plot tended to be how hit and miss some of the story elements felt. I couldn't ignore how some of the elements felt unnecessarily focused on while others weren't given enough attention. As the story progressed, I found myself getting more into the story and able to forgive those little inconsistencies, but not completely.

Characters:
As far as the characters went, I really liked everyone in the main squad. Parr, Ren, and Manc were cool and I loved the relationships they built with each other in the end. There was a lot of sarcasm and bickering between them which is always really fun to read.

I do think some of those relationships could have been developed a little smoother. As far as that went, it just felt a little too rushed for me. One moment they were meeting and the next Parr is saying he's never trusted or loved anyone more. If there had been more meaningful development or conversations leading up to those feelings I would have been more cool with it, but it just didn't make too much sense to me. As with the story elements that felt off, I forgave this a little as the story progressed because I did enjoy the squad overall.

Wrap Up:
I liked this! It isn't listed as being a series on Goodreads which is a little bit of a shame because I definitely feel like there was a lot that could be expanded upon with Parr's sister in a sequel. There was a lot in that relationship/situation that feels very unresolved and complicated. Either way, I did enjoy Space Throne and all it's sarcastic, space adventure glory.

I didn't like this book at all, it wasn't something that I enjoyed, but I sure liked the plot, and that's something, I think the way it was written wasn't the best

My very good run of excellent books sent to me for review from NetGalley continues.
I was a bit worried about how a new space comedy series would perform by comparison with the wonderful Space Rogues and Space Team series. The start of this book added to those worries with too many new star systems, lifeforms, food names, etc but gradually it got better and better. It’s not as knockdown funny as the previously mentioned series but the plot and writing style are gripping. Another reviewer didn’t like the central character but I found him quite bearable as he developed. The violence was low key and the sex content very mild indeed. Any swearing (mostly from one character) used obscure space speak eg you swattle-tailed purple pondiver. The book abruptly ends at a key plot moment promising a next instalment. Really looking forward to it.

Ridiculously fun. The world presented in Space Throne is so vibrant and full of life that flows effortlessly on the page, the characters and story so aesthetically pleasing and easy to imagine; an expansive universe is the backdrop for characters with sharp voices and complete characterizations. My issue with scifi is typically in the worldbuilding, with the lore either being over- or under-explained, but Brian Corley really finds the perfect balance in immersing you into the world without it feeling cluttered. While humorous at times, Corley doesn't skimp on the action and development, just brushing against the politics of the universe in a sly and efficient manner. I don't even find myself bothered by the sort-of-instalove between Parr and Ren because the progression of their relationship feels wholly natural instead of forced.

While it works well as a standalone, it's rich with potential to be expanded into a series, either with Parr at the helm or another character guiding us through the universe; I wouldn't mind either.

Space Throne is such a fun book to read that I kept thinking this would have made a great addition to the expansive Star Wars universe. There are weird, freaky, and strange aliens just as diverse as you could imagine and are as morally questionable like any hutt (Jabba the Hutt), quirky and odd gungans (Jar-Jar Binks), and miniature wookies and yuzzums among a few.

There’s literary quite a cadre of alien races Corley has created in the world of Space Throne that I personally feel the author should hire an artist to create a bestiary of sorts to do his creations some justice.

Other than a clearly-defined plot, an expansive world that has plenty of potential for future novels if Corley ever decides to write more novels (it would be a waste of creativity and time if he doesn’t), characters who aren’t only witty and remain in a state of stasis but maintain an excellent sense of momentum as the plot unwinds, and villains both daunting and hilarious, Space Throne is a book you’d really want to pick up if you’re in the mood for a Star Wars story.

Corley also recently stated in a blog post how much he enjoyed Solo and, to be honest, I did as well. The fact that Space Throne can be used as resource material for a future Solo-inspired movie is something I would advise people not to overlook, especially given the strong Star Wars atmosphere you can experience within these pages.

Naturally, there are dozens of other novels that could be used as future Star Wars resource material or even influence, but as of this moment of writing, Space Throne is the one that’s currently at the forefront of my thoughts.

The protagonist, Parr, is similar to Han Solo and yet completely his own person as well. I’m only making the comparison because it’s clearly obvious every author out there is now leaning towards the trend of creating a protagonist who is either an uncaring, cold, calculating, and yet intriguing bastard (Jorg Ancrath from Mark Lawrence’s Broken Empire Trilogy) whom, if done right, provides endless entertainment, or a simple clone copy of a cheeky Ethan Hunt badass (Mission Impossible).

Space Throne is as much a tribute to the Star Wars franchise (specifically Solo) but also stands firmly on its own feet as a science fiction novel you’d regret not reading. It’s fun, charming, and as energetic and at times emotional when it needs to be.

Thanks to NetGalley for providing me an eARC of this book in return for a fair and honest review.

This book follows Parr as he is trying to go home and reclaim his throne. One slight problem.... he faked his death so he could live a life free of the responsibilities of the crown. Parr has been living as a free-spirited space trader for a while now and on his journey back home he encounters a tenacious bounty hunter (foe), an old loud-but-lovable pirate (friend mostly), a mysterious woman with a secret past (friend?), and a pirate king (definitely foe).

My thoughts:

Soooo this book was interesting but nothing amazing. We have a decent cast of characters, although they could use some more substance in my opinion. The world building was pretty basic for a scifi adventure story and I enjoyed it.

My main disappointment with the book is that the main character is both dumb and arrogant, but still everything works out for him. I understand he was raised as nobility, but you'd think living as a regular person would give him some humility. But no, he literally faked his own death to get away from the crown, but now thinks he can stroll back in everyone will welcome him with open arms. There are several other instances where he is extremely dumb and outrageously lucky and those make it difficult to believe the main characters are ever truly in danger.

He somewhat reminds me of Peter Quill from Guardians of the Galaxy.

Again, thanks to NetGalley for providing me an eARC of this book.

Space Throne does not take itself too seriously. Brain Corley dispenses with any laborious world building and drops the reader into a universe familiar to anyone who has played space-based video games stretching back to the early days of such titles as Elite and Freelancer.

Apart from our quintessentially roguish hero Parr, most of the characters we meet along the way have the feel of video game Non-Player Characters (NPCs). They arrive and depart quickly having served their purpose of moving Parr on to the next set-piece action sequence.

Space Throne ultimately delivers on its goals of being a fun, space action adventure story. Does it contain enough memorable moments or originality for me to actually recommend it? Well no, not really.

I am grateful to NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book in return for a fair and honest review.