“Incisive, human, intelligent science fiction”

– Adrian Tchaikovsky

If you like them political and full of intrigue, murder, and double crosses, don’t skip this one.

– Gabino Iglesias for Locus Magazine

A 'complex political thriller set in space. Its tight scope delivers a compelling story'

– Stewart Hotston, Nerds of a Feather

"The depths of outer space test the strength of a dynamic heroine’s inner resolve in Stroud’s smart, introspective space opera set in the year 2118. [...] With an attention to detail that will please hard science fiction fans, Stroud raises fascinating questions about the politics of space exploration. This is one to be savored."

“Tense, compelling ... Stroud' Fractal series is prescient and ultimately profoundly hopeful.”

– Anna Smith Spark

"Prescient, rigorous and believable hard SF packed full of daring and danger"

– Stephen Oram

"Anti-State is a gripping, hard SF adventure for the times. Missing the Expanse? Love For All Mankind? This is for you."

– Gavin Smith

"Anti-State is a fascinating study of how individuals can be sucked into political machinations with the highest stakes. Ideal for anyone who enjoys SF filled with very smart people solving interesting problems."

– Emma Newman

"A well rounded Sci-fi tale of politics, intrigue and belligerent factions.”

– Fat Guy Reading

"[Allen Stroud] also brings a Clarkian feel that grounds the story in the best tradition of science fiction. He keeps the action going, and does a fine job of showing the difficulties of conflict in space. Highly Recommended.” (On the Fractal Series)

“Fast-paced, gripping hard SF with death in hard vacuum waiting at every turn.” (On the Fractal Series)

“Space battles, sabotage, and treachery envelop a gripping whodunit, as Captain Ellisa Shann strives to identify a murderer among her crew and save her ship, the Khidr, from imminent destruction. Fearless is a fabulous read from a writer who knows how to deliver.” (On the Fractal Series)

– Ian Whates, Author of Dark Angels Rising and 2019 Winner of the Karl Edward Wagner Award

“Fearless is a brilliant achievement, and one of the best science-fiction novels I have read in a very long time." (On the Fractal Series)

"Gripping, intense, military SF. Stunning and urgent." (On the Fractal Series)

– Anna Smith Spark, author of the Empires of Dust series

Rigorous hard SF with a powerful but flawed protagonist and a fascinating historical background, 'Fearless' is a treat for just about any Analog reader." (On the Fractal Series)

– Analog Science Fiction & Fact

“A wonderful, modern, inclusive and clever science fiction that deserves to be a part of anyone’s collection.” (On the Fractal Series)

– SF Book