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Book 1 in The Protectorate

Velocity Weapon

by Megan O'Keefe

544 pages

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Velocity Weapon by Megan O’Keefe launches readers into a gripping space opera full of interstellar war, political intrigue, and morally grey choices that shape the fate of civilizations.

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About the book

Velocity Weapon by Megan O’Keefe is the thrilling opening novel of her acclaimed space opera series, introducing readers to a high-stakes universe of interstellar conflict, advanced technology, and complex characters. The story follows Sanda, a brilliant and resourceful pilot who awakens far from her fleet after a sudden betrayal, only to discover she is caught in a galaxy-spanning war with forces that threaten entire civilizations.

O’Keefe masterfully combines Space Opera, Political Intrigue, and Morally Grey Characters, creating a narrative where survival often demands cunning and morally ambiguous decisions. Sanda’s journey is both physically and emotionally perilous, highlighting themes of resilience, courage, and personal growth amidst chaos.

The novel also explores the power of Found Family, as alliances form between unlikely companions, each with their own secrets and motives. These relationships add depth and humanity to the high-stakes interstellar drama, providing emotional grounding amid epic battles and galactic-scale conspiracies.

With multiple POVs, readers gain a panoramic view of the galaxy, seeing conflicts unfold from different angles and understanding how actions ripple across star systems. O’Keefe’s world-building is meticulous, blending advanced technology, alien civilizations, and political complexity into a believable and immersive universe.

Fast-paced, intellectually engaging, and emotionally resonant, Velocity Weapon is perfect for fans of action-packed, character-driven science fiction. Megan O’Keefe crafts a story that is as thrilling as it is thoughtful, balancing spectacular space battles with intricate political manoeuvring and complex moral dilemmas.

The Protectorate reading order

Full reading order
  1. 1 Velocity Weapon You are here
  2. 2 Chaos Vector
  3. 3 Catalyst Gate

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About Velocity Weapon

Who wrote Velocity Weapon?
Velocity Weapon was written by Megan O'Keefe.
Is Velocity Weapon part of a series?
Yes. Velocity Weapon is book 1 in the The Protectorate series, and it is the best place to start reading the series.
How many pages is Velocity Weapon?
Velocity Weapon is 544 pages long.
What books are similar to Velocity Weapon?
If you enjoyed Velocity Weapon, readers also recommend Ashes of Man, The Three-Body Problem, The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet and Soul of Stars.

About Megan O'Keefe

Award-winning space opera author. Gemmell Morningstar winner for Steal the Sky. Philip K. Dick nominee for Velocity Weapon. Writers of the Future champion. Bay Area journalist's daughter crafting "steampunk Firefly" and edge-of-your-seat AI thrillers.

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