Lone Star Planet


Read by Mark Nelson

(4.6 stars; 781 reviews)

New Texas: its citizens figure that name about says it all. The Solar League ambassador to the Lone Star Planet has the unenviable task of convincing New Texans that a s'Srauff attack is imminent, and dangerous. Unfortunately it's common knowledge that the s'Srauff are evolved from canine ancestors—and not a Texan alive is about to be scared of a talking dog! But unless he can get them to act, and fast, there won't be a Texan alive, scared or otherwise!
(Summary from the text) (3 hr 22 min)

Chapters

Chapters 1-2 36:06 Read by Mark Nelson
Chapters 3-4 42:35 Read by Mark Nelson
Chapters 5-6 42:35 Read by Mark Nelson
Chapters 7-8 27:09 Read by Mark Nelson
Chapters 9-11 53:50 Read by Mark Nelson

Reviews

Thoroughly enjoyable!


(5 stars)

I recently discovered H Beam Piper through his novel Space Viking and have become an enthusiastic fan of his work. While not quite as remarkable as the above work, this story is a lot of fun and contains an interesting exploration into the common philosophy in the United States that the people of a Nation should be armed to protect themselves against abuses of power by government officials. It is definitely worth a listen. As always, the reading (perhaps it should be called a performance) by Mark Nelson is second to none.

Awesome Story!


(5 stars)

The new ambassador of Lone Star planet needs to learn who killed his predecessor and why. He also needs to find a way to bring this planet into the federation. How to accomplish these things on a planet where if a person acts improperly, they can be shot and the murderer is exonerated? Interesting storyline, kept me involved and listening up to the end. Reader was also very good.

very aptly named and fun to listen to.


(5 stars)

I thoroughly enjoyed this book and the excellent job Mr. Nelson's presentation not only made this book very understandable but also very humorous as intended by the author. however, Not only was this book humorous, it also carried with the humor some real insight into government, politics and justice. the author did a good job at presenting the Viewpoint that government should exist to serve the People and should be answerable to the people.

Best Car Chase Ever!


(5 stars)

Chapter 3 has the funniest car chase you've ever heard, but don't stop till you finish the chapter to find out who was doing the chasing and why.

Hi-tech Texans, yeehaw!


(5 stars)

I love Pipers variations on pollitics in the worlds he creates, on The Lone Star Planet you can kill pollitical representatives if you feel that they have not represented the people's intrests....What a idea, though this does present some problems, hence the plot of the story. This book is a little like a John Grisham novel but with intergalactic intricacies and more action, I recommend it.

one of my top five favorite sci-fi stories.


(5 stars)

this is without a doubt one of my favorite books in general but definitely in the top five of sci-fi books. the narration is excellent as always by Mark Nelson. if you want the rest of my top five check out these. 1. space Viking 2. lone Star planet 3. naudsonce 4. the cosmic computer 5. Temple trouble

Greatly entertaining


(5 stars)

This is the first story that I've listened to by this author; it was much better then I expected, very entertaining. Probably one of Mark Nelson's best narrations that I've heard to date, which is many! Great job Mark, I can tell you enjoy your work, thank you.

kick the cur


(4.5 stars)

Bizarre court room drama with aliens. Mark Nelson seemed to enjoy intoning a Texas flair to this story that made for enjoyable campfire yarn spinning. I’m surprised the protagonist was not named PECOS BILL - would have completed the allusion. Overall a worthwhile listen.