A Hymn Before Battle

The First Book in John Ringo’s Groundbreaking military sf series.

WITH FRIENDS LIKE THESE …

With the Earth in the path of the rapacious Posleen, the peaceful and friendly races of the Galactic Federation offer their resources to help the backward Terrans—for a price.

Humanity now has three worlds to defend.

As Earth’s armies rush into battle and special operations units scout alien worlds, the humans begin to learn a valuable lesson: You can protect yourself from your enemies, but may the Lord save you from your allies.

About John Ringo:

“… the thinking reader’s zombie novel … Ringo fleshes out his theme with convincing details … the proceedings become oddly plausible.”—Publishers Weekly on Under a Graveyard Sky

“[Ringo’s work is] peopled with three-dimensional characters and spiced with personal drama as well as tactical finesse.”—Library Journal

“… Explosive … fans … will appreciate Ringo’s lively narrative and flavorful characters.”—Publishers Weekly

“… practically impossible not to read in one sitting … exceedingly impressive … executed with skill, verve, and wit.”—Booklist

“Crackerjack storytelling.”—Starlog