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Daedalus: Military Academy (Book One) Paperback – Large Print, March 18, 2019

by Skully (Author), Dalton Lynne (Editor)
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 297 ratings
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Daedalus encompasses Etana Daedo's early years and his first steps within the Fortescue Military Academy where he forges friendships and alliances which will last a lifetime. The story takes place within a futuristic, dystopian earth in the year 2142 and explores concepts such as the rise and impact of robot labour and artificial intelligence.

The story follows him, his friends and enemies while they attend Fortescue Military Academy where they learn to build and fight with exos at the first year cadet level. The young cadets are primarily concerned with their academic and competition success within the academy.

Each squadmate is special in some way, it's up to Cadet Daedo to unlock their potential in order to facilitate the success of their squad.

The story is suitable for young adults.

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Science Fiction, Mechs, Empire Building, Mystery, Slice of Life and Strong Protagonist.

Daedalus Series
The Daedalus series is a sci-fi story which follows the life of Etana Daedo and his companions who are born into a world obsessed with Mechs for military defence, corporate power and entertainment purposes.

The Squad will evolve as they age and progress through year levels at the Academy, they have the potential to be the best mech engineers and pilots the world has ever seen but will they be ready to defend planet earth by the time they graduate?

Book 2 first draft has been completed, scheduled for release May 2019 - when the exact date is known a pre-order will be created. The first draft for the first four books has been completed; it is Skully's goal to pump them out - this year.

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  1. Book 1 of 4
    Daedalus
  2. Print length
    497 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publication date
    March 18, 2019
  5. Dimensions
    6 x 1.25 x 9 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    1799190897
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1799190899
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It's probably the best novel I've read in the last few years, can't think of anything comparable to this really.

CoffeeFreak - Webnovel reader

One of the best scifi books published in the last 5 years, on any platform.

Xcares - Webnovel Reader

Ender's Game is a great book and I suggest that you at least try it. With that said, Ender's Game has many positives and several negatives. I will not go into detail as I don't want to spoil the book. Daedalus shares many of the positives of Ender's Game while also having none of the negatives (so far). In my opinion, Daedalus is BETTER than Ender's Game.

Flashman - Royal Road Reader

This is the best original novel I've read on this app... and I've been here since the beginning.

Illidan - Webnovel Reader

The characters are fully fleshed out, to they have complex personalities, motives, fears and ambitions. In fact, the interplay between characters and the dialogue is what makes this story truly shine.

Nicholas Morgan - Royal Road Reader

Daedalus is one of my favorite things on the entire internet right now and really the only story that keeps me coming back to WebNovel.

Boysenberry - Webnovel Reader

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Find me here:
skullystories.com
Patreon.com/skullysln   (patreon has advance and unedited chapters)discord.gg/DdfPpFq

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published (March 18, 2019)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 497 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1799190897
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1799190899
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.59 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 1.25 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 297 ratings

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Skully

Skully

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Skully is a disembodied, floating, 10,000+ year old skull who writes stories. Being undead has its perks; Skully does not eat or sleep, he can write twenty-four hours a day and often does so.

English is Skully's fourteenth language; his first was Atlantian which he learned when he still had arms, legs and let's not to forget, skin. So please forgive any grammar mistakes, they are all the fault of his editors and proofreaders, as they are merely human.

Before writing stories Skully had several long careers in necromancy and psychic power related fields. He also wishes to clear up that the younger dryas was responsible for the destruction of Atlantis and not Zeus who merely possessed an expert marketing division in ancient Greece.

Links - linktr.ee has links to all my other novels, amazon page, discord, youtube and instagram

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aka Sean Sweetser

If you are curious about the pen name Skully; I have been writing as part of the growing web serial community, and I wish to continue with this slightly offbeat humorous persona. Plus it allows me to use a Skully logo rather than my ugly mug.

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4.7 out of 5 stars
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5.0 out of 5 stars I sound like I'm paid to say this
Reviewed in the United States on March 30, 2019
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One of the best reads in the school/Shonen genre I've read in a long time. Most authors use litrpg mechanics to just through out some numbers and say this character is good. This guy (or gal I didn't check) did not take the easy route of an overly method and has great character and plot development. The few things that were just given to the mc had real world consequences that need to be overcome. The characters are relatable as well. I mean I'm not a genius or anything and have never been athletic but the personas all feel real without being to cliche or generic. I will be following this online and buying the new issues as they are released
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5.0 out of 5 stars Daedalus: Military Academy is 100 percent a must read.
Reviewed in the United States on April 17, 2019
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Daedalus is one of the best SC-FI, slice of life, mech, novels I have ever read. Complex characters that drag you in and make you feel like your right there. The connection between the characters are amazing, the suspense keeps you on your seat. The studly Skully's series Daedalus Military is an amazing must read don't miss out.
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Curtis Dyer
4.0 out of 5 stars Good read if you stick with it.
Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2019
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The first half of this book was pretty dry and then it started to pick up pace for the story and emotional investment in the characters. Then it really hit a high gear right at the end of the book and left you at an end point but just suddenly and really wanting to know what is going to happen next. Already pre ordered book 2!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Action Packed Ender!
Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2019
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Loved this book and cannot wait for more books to come out. Reminds me of an action packed Ender MC..but with mechs.

Daedo is a fantastic genius with the will to succeed. Also there is a hint of a larger story within the story. Exciting and again it’s mechs done right.
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5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best Mech and Military toned books ever.
Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2019
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I initially found the author, and this book, on Royal Roads and loved it. Read all of the available chapters in a single looooong night. Couldn't wait for the book to come out, and it was great reading the whole story. Can't wait until the next book.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great first installment
Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2019
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If you're into mechs, slice of life fiction, and academy/school stories, this is a great first installment of a new series with apparently many more planned.

This had interesting characters, some of which were AI, and a lot of base- and world-building elements that kept me engaged.
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Kent
5.0 out of 5 stars Very enjoyable
Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2019
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I really enjoyed the read and am looking forward to see what happens next. The book has me wanting to find some more science to military academy if I can. I’m glad book 2 comes out this week. Keep up the good work.
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Adam
4.0 out of 5 stars Read it
Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2019
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Well written web novel turned published book. Interesting characters, setting and science. My only gripe is how the cadets are too mature for their age;I understand that they are raised (groomed) by elite members of society, but even with that the cadets think too much like adults in my opinion.
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Pamela A. Mathers
5.0 out of 5 stars I love this book!
Reviewed in Canada on April 22, 2019
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I just recently started this novel, and even though I have just started I can hardly put it down. If you are into reading sci-fi or fantasy, this is the perfect book for you.
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Turner1951
5.0 out of 5 stars Good read.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 6, 2019
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Characters have some depth and the problems they face aren’t conveniently answered in the next chapter. Though going into a huge amount of detail the plot doesn’t get bogged down by it. I’ve been reading SF for over 60 years and, in my opinion, this is a great book. Certainly in my top 100.
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Silberwolf325
5.0 out of 5 stars Empfehlenswert
Reviewed in Germany on March 23, 2019
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Unterhaltsames Buch, keine offensichtlichen Logikfehler zu finden. Man hat auch nicht die gesamte Handlung nach ein paar Kapiteln raus, sondern es gibt immer wieder Überraschungen.
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Christina Summers
5.0 out of 5 stars Unexpectedly engrossing
Reviewed in Australia on July 24, 2022
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I’ll preface my review with the caveat that I don’t normally read military sci-fi, though I have read some in the past.

Daedalus took a little bit to get into, it felt like the beginning went on too long and I questioned the motives of some characters and the OP abilities of Daedo. Having said that, the more I read, the more I realised the beginning was the foundation of what followed and if it wasn’t there, the remainder would be unrealistic.

The story (and Daedo) reminded me a little of Ender’s Game. The characters well developed even as they grow during the story. The plot was convenient, but even that is part of the story.

I’ve just finished serial 4 and I can’t wait for the next instalment. Keep them coming, Skully!
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Erik edge
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing book
Reviewed in Canada on August 5, 2019
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I love this book and cant get enough of the story. A compelling interesting cast that has the perfect amount of positive and negative characters traits. Simply marvelous
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