Free Audiobook : Task Force Hammer (Expeditionary Force, Book 17), by Craig Alanson

The Merry Band of Pirates just pulled off the impossible, stopping an enemy from snatching a Sentinel and blowing an Elder starship to bits. But in Craig Alanson’s "Task Force Hammer," the seventeenth chapter of the Expeditionary Force series, victory feels like a setup for something far worse. Joe Bishop and his snarky AI sidekick, Skippy, are back, facing a threat that makes their usual galactic messes look like a warm-up.

This time, the stakes are sky-high, and the Pirates are out of their depth, grappling with an enemy they don’t understand and no clear way to fight it. Alanson keeps the action relentless, tossing in covert ops, massive space battles, and the kind of banter that’ll make you snort out loud. You’ll be right there with Joe, feeling the weight of impossible choices and the spark of hope that keeps this ragtag crew going, all while Skippy’s quips cut through the tension like a laser.

As an audiobook, "Task Force Hammer" is a wild ride, with R.C. Bray’s narration bringing every joke and explosion to life. It’s a story about loyalty, guts, and the kind of crazy plans only the Pirates would dare try. For fans or newcomers ready for a sci-fi adventure that’s equal parts heart and hilarity, this one’s a must-listen, leaving you itching for what’s next.