Into the Wild

Another thrilling adventure from Larry Correia!

Lt Cleasby returns, leading Madigan's Malcontents into the wild to escort a university expedition. What could possibly go wrong?
Lots. A thrilling ride with Headhunter the Warjack and the return of Acosta, this one keeps you on the edge of your seat.

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Correia rules

love Correia, just good story telling no matter what. strikes a good balance with moving the plot along and developing the characters. you care about the protagonist.

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The Correia Continuation Magic Continues

What with the death of Lieutenant Madigan in Book 1 and the subsequent promotion and replacement of him by Lieutenant Cleasby (from Sergeant), I had feared that Book 2 would suffer. While Cleasby had proven himself on the battlefield as a capable platoon leader, he lacked the flair and dashing boldness of Madigan. Also, since this is a military novel, the expectation that it would simply be a repeat of the previous type of battle engagements.

I should have known better.

I had these same misgivings after Book 1 of his Monster Hunters, International. After all, just a chicken wings can be basted and baked in different styles, when you get down to it, they're still, essentially, chicken wings. However, what I failed to realize is that individual chicken wings don't have interesting backstories associated with them and that Larry has a way to make what seemingly should be a predictable continuation into an interesting unpredictable story. What with new character elements along with unexpected new and more deadly antagonists, this was most rewarding.

Again, the book is made even more enjoyable through the excellent narration by Ray Porter.

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Well done!

I am a fan of Larry Corrieas work in general and this did not disappoint. The narrator did a great job of making the characters interesting and bringing them to life. Even the best written story can be dull with a narrator that brings no emotion to the voices, but Ray Porter does an excellent job in that regard. The story is an excellent foray into the world of the Iron Kingdoms and has great pacing. The characters are fleshed out and memorable, and the antagonists have understandable motives. All in all, well worth the read.

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Solid Iron Kingdoms action, Inconsistent narration

What did you love best about Into the Wild?

Everything involving Headhunter, the rebellious warjack was fun.

Who was your favorite character and why?

It's a split between Acosta and Headhunter. Savio is such a unapologetically amoral presence. They are like two sides of the same extremely violent coin, with Savio being the coldly rational perfection of violence and Headhunter representing the brutal, raging complement.

What three words best describe Ray Porter’s performance?

Solid. Emotive. Inconsistent

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

Yes.

Any additional comments?

I was very disappointed that Raines and Pangborn's voices from the first book were not carried through into this one. I seem to remember their voices even fluctuating during the course of this book

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Great book two.

I really liked the story. I have to say though, it really could almost be a stand alone book not requiring someone listening/reading book one. However, book one was awesome, so don't skip, read both. Larry is a very talented writer.

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simply brilliant

another fantastic novel by Larry Correa. I was on the edge of my seat the entire time waiting as to what is going to happen next. if I had nails to bite that were left, well they'd be finished off. very well educated and plenty of humor in just the right spots

absolutely stunning

I found myself laughing, cheering, clapping and crying. 10/10 would read again. was reccomend by a friend who said it was even better than the first book

Great listen

Loved it, very adventurous remind me of The Hobbit. I really was not expecting to like this book much. was very unhappy to Madigan died in the book 1 and it was not a big fan of Cleasby. Surprisingly I really enjoyed this book. Well worth a listen.

fun story. but too much fighting

liked it a lot. of course the author is good at getting his characters into deep trouble.