The Calderan Problem
By Joseph R. Lallo
- Release Date: 2017-09-05
- Genre: Science Fiction
Description
The Calderan Problem is the fourth high-flying, swashbuckling adventure in the Free-Wrench series from Joseph R. Lallo, author of the Book of Deacon and Big Sigma series.
Several months have passed since Nita’s last adventure in the fug, and though she has spent them back in her native Caldera, she has never been busier. After countless debates and discussion, she has finally convinced her people to give the Wind Breaker and its crew safe harbor on the shores of her idyllic homeland. Now she is looking forward to introducing Captain Mack, Lil, Coop, and the rest of the crew to the land of her birth.
Back in the fug, Gunner has remained behind to help their friends in the Well Diggers deal with problems beneath the fug. Their old foe Lucius P. Alabaster has become even more unhinged and eccentric since their last clash. When his latest scheme seems to be having even greater success than his last, Gunner decides he needs to get to the bottom of it. Flamboyant and overconfident though he may be, Alabaster is not to be taken lightly.
As machinations unfold, worlds clash, and relationships develop, the Wind Breaker and its crew discover that this latest adventure may have greater consequences than they’d ever imagined.
Reviews
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4By thomaslouthennot bad,Fantastic read
5By richard jay101I’ve always been a more classical science fiction fan. At first I found this series to be a bit campy, maybe written for a younger audience… but I was enthralled nonetheless. I’ve come to realize that the complex themes in today’s world have been artfully paired down to simple morels that are ageless. The characters appear to be stereotypical at first blush but their development proves to be anything other dynamic. I highly suggest this series to anyone that likes literature, especially set in a unique take on the steampunk genre.Great series. Caldera book initially boring.
3By fractaldragonLove the series. Usually good fun from start to climactic finish. Time in Caldera lacked that fun. Would have benefitted from more action or intrigue. Of course the unfun part boosts the argument for Nita to get back to the ship.Bad
1By ChoueifatiSuckedGreat
5By R2knightEnjoyed the seriesFree Wrench series
5By tomsciguyLoved all 3 of the books in this series! Definitely page turners but was sorry to come to the end of each book. Can’t wait to see what’s next in store for the Wind Breaker crew..!Great
5By All i do is readThe book was awesome, along with the rest of the series. I will be eagerly waiting to see if another book is coming out.Fantastic!
5By WadelSinWonderfully delightful read!Another great story!
5By Lord HumongousNow that we know the characters and the world they live in, Lallo just jumps right into the story. Great job!Excellent steam punk novellas.
5By ShakaZulu67Fast-paced storytelling with a delightful cast of characters!