Tag Archives: Last Measure of Devotion

The Lesser Magellanic Arm

Posted on September 28, 2016 by BR

Although the focus in Hero of the Republic is squarely on Caden Twist and his part in the Brevic-Hollaran War and the opening shots of the Parasite Conflict, I especially enjoyed writing Part III of the novel. I knew that I wanted … Continue reading →

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Oh Captain, My Captain

Posted on March 16, 2016 by BR

In Last Measure of Devotion, there’s a scene with Heskan and his officers enjoying a dinner together when they first arrive on Nessus. Stacey Vernay orders Hollaran bourbon and by the end of the evening she and Heskan have finished … Continue reading →

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The Casus Bellum and the Art of Corporate War

Posted on January 7, 2016 by BR

Casus Belli: Latin expression meaning “An act or event that provokes or is used to justify war.” When I was outlining the story arc for the TCOTU series, I knew that Heskan and crew would be leaving the Republic. The … Continue reading →

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