Bloodstar: Star Corpsman: Book One Audiobook
Bloodstar: Star Corpsman: Book One is an unabridged English audiobook by Ian Douglas, narrated by David Drummond. Its military science-fiction premise follows recon Marines and corpsmen gathering intelligence on alien worlds ahead of planetary invasions. The 12-hour, 45-minute runtime makes it a substantial listen, while the medical focus may be a key preference point.
At a glance
- Book One launches Ian Douglas's Star Corpsman series.
- Military science-fiction scenario centres on recon Marines and S/R Corpsmen entering alien worlds before major invasions.
- Unabridged narration by David Drummond, with a listed runtime of 12 hours and 45 minutes.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The audiobook offers a complete, unabridged presentation of the first book in a military science-fiction series.
- The premise combines alien-world reconnaissance, future warfare and corpsmen's medical role.
Cons
- Readers who prefer action without extended medical material may find the medical interventions and detail a poor fit.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 12 hours and 45 minutes |
| Language | English |
| Author | Ian Douglas |
|---|---|
| Narrator | David Drummond |
| Publisher | Harper Voyager |
| Publication date | Aug. 28 2012 |
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
Customer opinions on the content, storyline and engagement are mixed. Some enjoy the characters and military science-fiction approach, while others feel medical detail dominates or the story is less engaging.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners looking for military science fiction focused on recon teams, alien environments and future conflict.
- Buyers seeking the first entry in Ian Douglas's Star Corpsman series in audiobook form.
- Listeners comfortable with a storyline that includes detailed medical interventions.
Less suited to
- Listeners who dislike medical detail or prefer a story with less emphasis on treatment and interventions.
- Listeners wanting a standalone book, since this is identified as Book One of a series.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback describes the book as enjoyable and fun, with readers praising its characters, military science-fiction appeal and place in a series. Opinions are mixed on the story, medical detail and engagement, with some enjoying the storyline and others feeling medical interventions take too much focus. For listeners drawn to the corpsmen premise, that emphasis may be a selling point, while those seeking less medical material should factor it in. The overall rating distribution leans positive but also includes a notable middle range, so it does not imply a uniform response.
Positive themes
- Customers describe it as an enjoyable read with appealing characters and military science-fiction elements.
- Some readers praise the storyline and value it as the start of a series.
Negative themes
- Some readers feel medical details and interventions take too much of the focus.
- Some readers do not find the story engaging.
Mixed feedback
- Feedback differs on whether the medical detail strengthens the story or distracts from it.
- Readers disagree on how compelling the storyline is.
Frequently asked questions
Who wrote and narrates Bloodstar: Star Corpsman: Book One?
The listing names Ian Douglas as author and David Drummond as narrator.
How long is this audiobook?
The listed listening length is 12 hours and 45 minutes.
Is the audiobook abridged?
It is listed as unabridged.
What is the story about?
The listing describes recon Marines and corpsmen infiltrating alien worlds to gather intelligence before planetary invasions.
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