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Eden Paradox #4
Eden's Endgame
Galactic war rages. The human race continues to aid Kalaran in his battle against Qorall, but hope is fading. Humanity is still struggling to survive on Esperia, pitted against the treacherous Alicians.
The ruthless invader Qorall has unleashed a devastating new weapon that is ravaging the galaxy. In a desperate attempt to combat this new horror, a dormant race is awakened. But could this race prove to be an even worse threat?
This stunning fourth and final book in the Eden Paradox series sees Micah and Blake, aided by an enigmatic race of creatures and an ancient artifact, pushed to their absolute limits in their efforts to save not only humanity but also the galaxy itself.
Riddles will be unraveled. Mysteries will be explained. Heroes will rise. Heroes will fall. In the end, will humanity flourish? Or will it vanish forever?
The ruthless invader Qorall has unleashed a devastating new weapon that is ravaging the galaxy. In a desperate attempt to combat this new horror, a dormant race is awakened. But could this race prove to be an even worse threat?
This stunning fourth and final book in the Eden Paradox series sees Micah and Blake, aided by an enigmatic race of creatures and an ancient artifact, pushed to their absolute limits in their efforts to save not only humanity but also the galaxy itself.
Riddles will be unraveled. Mysteries will be explained. Heroes will rise. Heroes will fall. In the end, will humanity flourish? Or will it vanish forever?
368 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 22, 2014
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Barry Kirwan
20 books2,320 followersBarry (J F) Kirwan is a split personality. He writes science fiction under the name Barry Kirwan, and thrillers under his pen name J F Kirwan. In his day job, he travels worldwide, working on aviation safety. He lives in Paris, where he first joined a fiction class – and became hooked! This led to an acclaimed four-book series called the Eden Paradox. But when a back injury stopped him scuba diving for two years, he wrote a thriller series about a young Russian woman, Nadia, where a lot of the action occurred in dangerously deep waters. Since then he wrote a serial killer thriller called The Dead Tell Lies, and is writing a new scifi series starting with When the Children Come....
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September 13, 2022
3.5-4 stars
I've thoroughly enjoyed this series overall. There's plenty to like and it's so fast paced that it flows non-stop. The world building is great, the tech ranges from normal to outlandish. But it all fits together well.
The characters and their motivations are where the story falls more often than not. The author pushes the whole love and romance nonsense so much, it becomes forced and contrived. In deeply serious life-and-death scenes there is romance forced in. Like my previous review mentioned, the male & female characters have different rules attached. The females sleep around with whoever they want to whilst the erstwhile male suitor waits and waits for decades for her. They swap partners like they're playing spin-the-bottle. It makes zero sense, adds nothing but extra words and UNNECESSARY drama and stupid decision making. The strongest, most rational characters - the Alpha, masculine males - are killed off at a steady rate, while the weaker, more feminine, illogical male comes front and centre. All the while making exceptionally irrational decisions, especially when it comes down to the mass murder, Louise. Its mind-boggling, to say the least. Skip over the romance crap and these books are 5 star worthy.
Ultimately the ending was the best that could have been done. The story encompasses human weakness, strength, the notion of intelligence & age being viewed as superior, the age old story of power corrupting, and the valiant portions of bravery and sacrifice. For the record, the antagonist's reasoning for murdering quintillions of beings is extremely thin - there should have been a better reason.
I've thoroughly enjoyed this series overall. There's plenty to like and it's so fast paced that it flows non-stop. The world building is great, the tech ranges from normal to outlandish. But it all fits together well.
The characters and their motivations are where the story falls more often than not. The author pushes the whole love and romance nonsense so much, it becomes forced and contrived. In deeply serious life-and-death scenes there is romance forced in. Like my previous review mentioned, the male & female characters have different rules attached. The females sleep around with whoever they want to whilst the erstwhile male suitor waits and waits for decades for her. They swap partners like they're playing spin-the-bottle. It makes zero sense, adds nothing but extra words and UNNECESSARY drama and stupid decision making. The strongest, most rational characters - the Alpha, masculine males - are killed off at a steady rate, while the weaker, more feminine, illogical male comes front and centre. All the while making exceptionally irrational decisions, especially when it comes down to the mass murder, Louise. Its mind-boggling, to say the least. Skip over the romance crap and these books are 5 star worthy.
Ultimately the ending was the best that could have been done. The story encompasses human weakness, strength, the notion of intelligence & age being viewed as superior, the age old story of power corrupting, and the valiant portions of bravery and sacrifice. For the record, the antagonist's reasoning for murdering quintillions of beings is extremely thin - there should have been a better reason.
June 5, 2019
Amazing mind
The author's mind must be incredible, or he's just crazy. This whole series is unbelievably original and unique.
As an author, having written one 3-book series and started on my second series, I can tell you, first-hand, that this series is either the work of a genius or the work of a mad-man. I think the former. Very well done!
The author's mind must be incredible, or he's just crazy. This whole series is unbelievably original and unique.
As an author, having written one 3-book series and started on my second series, I can tell you, first-hand, that this series is either the work of a genius or the work of a mad-man. I think the former. Very well done!
June 17, 2019
Great series
Tho a rather flat end ,,, loved the characters,but felt slightly tho some had died rather stunted ends .but as a series kept me coming back .
Tho a rather flat end ,,, loved the characters,but felt slightly tho some had died rather stunted ends .but as a series kept me coming back .
March 19, 2025
I felt a bit bored reading Eden's Endgame, which is probably a sign that I was not the target audience of the book. There was certainly plenty of action, but much of it felt repetitive and ultimately pretty inconsequential to me. Also,
I also felt that emotional connections between characters too often boiled down to either family ties or arbitrary sexual attraction, though perhaps this is just a characteristic of the genre.
I also felt that emotional connections between characters too often boiled down to either family ties or arbitrary sexual attraction, though perhaps this is just a characteristic of the genre.
November 19, 2023
A good series, but this last book wasn't up to the standard of the previous books, hence only three stars.
May 16, 2018
Original Review Here
What started off as a blog tour has turned into an emotional rollercoaster across four books. Characters have come and gone, grown and regressed. Humanity have faced more perils than they could ever imagine and have prevailed. There have been trials and tribulations, love and heartbreak.
And those are just my reactions!
I was highly anticipating this final book and it did not disappoint.
The characters really shone in the previous book. But in this one, they were given the chance for one final fight to protect humanity and this time, the stakes, and outcome, were higher than ever.
Without naming names, quite a few of the characters from book one don’t make it through. Part of me expected this – there has been loss along the way already. But oh my word, I think my heart broke numerous times, which was awkward considering I was on a train.
What made every sacrifice so moving, however, was knowing they all went out the way they would have wanted to: exploring new worlds; in a blaze of glory; the ultimate scientific experiment; fighting to protect those they love…
While each death was deeply moving, they were all given the right ending that suited their characters.
This was an emotional book for me!
War is waging throughout the galaxy and humanity’s survival depends on the right side winning. As with all the books, the characters are still spread across the galaxy, fighting their own parts of the fight with one single goal: protecting the rest of mankind.
Needless to say, the tension was high throughout the entire book and each character death increased it: you want them to win so badly just to make sure their friends’ deaths weren’t in vain.
There are a higher number of different species and technology brought into this book. There were times where I lost track of what level everyone was at in order to know who had a chance of winning each skirmish and who was completely outgunned. I loved Micah’s new ship though: a conscious one who became as much of a character in her own right as everyone else.
When it came to the final battle, I have to admit to having a Star Wars quote in my head at one point: there’s always a bigger fish. That was when it was hard keeping track as multiple levels were pitted against each other and new weapons were being deployed. Not to mention the fact that species had changing allegiances due to parts of the plot, so you also had to remember who was on which side.
This is the first time for me that I have read a science-fiction series rather than a stand-alone book. I have enjoyed every minute of it and been swept up by the characters, the world-building and the plot. It’s made me laugh, it’s made me cry and it’s made me want to read more science-fiction now.
If you’re after a new series, then I definitely recommend this one!
What started off as a blog tour has turned into an emotional rollercoaster across four books. Characters have come and gone, grown and regressed. Humanity have faced more perils than they could ever imagine and have prevailed. There have been trials and tribulations, love and heartbreak.
And those are just my reactions!
I was highly anticipating this final book and it did not disappoint.
The characters really shone in the previous book. But in this one, they were given the chance for one final fight to protect humanity and this time, the stakes, and outcome, were higher than ever.
Without naming names, quite a few of the characters from book one don’t make it through. Part of me expected this – there has been loss along the way already. But oh my word, I think my heart broke numerous times, which was awkward considering I was on a train.
What made every sacrifice so moving, however, was knowing they all went out the way they would have wanted to: exploring new worlds; in a blaze of glory; the ultimate scientific experiment; fighting to protect those they love…
While each death was deeply moving, they were all given the right ending that suited their characters.
This was an emotional book for me!
War is waging throughout the galaxy and humanity’s survival depends on the right side winning. As with all the books, the characters are still spread across the galaxy, fighting their own parts of the fight with one single goal: protecting the rest of mankind.
Needless to say, the tension was high throughout the entire book and each character death increased it: you want them to win so badly just to make sure their friends’ deaths weren’t in vain.
There are a higher number of different species and technology brought into this book. There were times where I lost track of what level everyone was at in order to know who had a chance of winning each skirmish and who was completely outgunned. I loved Micah’s new ship though: a conscious one who became as much of a character in her own right as everyone else.
When it came to the final battle, I have to admit to having a Star Wars quote in my head at one point: there’s always a bigger fish. That was when it was hard keeping track as multiple levels were pitted against each other and new weapons were being deployed. Not to mention the fact that species had changing allegiances due to parts of the plot, so you also had to remember who was on which side.
This is the first time for me that I have read a science-fiction series rather than a stand-alone book. I have enjoyed every minute of it and been swept up by the characters, the world-building and the plot. It’s made me laugh, it’s made me cry and it’s made me want to read more science-fiction now.
If you’re after a new series, then I definitely recommend this one!
July 29, 2015
A great, action-packed ending to an amazing series!
From my Amazon review:
With sweeping action sequences and a story full of intrigue, betrayal, and triumph, Barry Kirwan weaves the end of his four-book story of humanity's fall to the stars in Eden's Endgame. I don't mean to sound like a TV-movie ad here, but with the epic scope and stunning visuals in this book, reading Eden's Endgame felt as effortless and entertaining as watching a move—one I didn't want to leave until the last of the credits rolled. It was bittersweet to see the heroes who made it through from Eden Paradox for this one, final time, and I truly wish there was more to read. (Hint Hint Mr. Kirwan).
More than worth the price of admission for sure!
From my Amazon review:
With sweeping action sequences and a story full of intrigue, betrayal, and triumph, Barry Kirwan weaves the end of his four-book story of humanity's fall to the stars in Eden's Endgame. I don't mean to sound like a TV-movie ad here, but with the epic scope and stunning visuals in this book, reading Eden's Endgame felt as effortless and entertaining as watching a move—one I didn't want to leave until the last of the credits rolled. It was bittersweet to see the heroes who made it through from Eden Paradox for this one, final time, and I truly wish there was more to read. (Hint Hint Mr. Kirwan).
More than worth the price of admission for sure!
January 20, 2022
If you've read the other three books in this series, you might as well read this one. However, just like with the third book in the series, this is a book of continual space battles. In addition, I didn't like the author's many instances of resurrecting dead people. If you are going to kill characters off, the deaths should be one time events. If not, it's a cheap plot tactic, like solving complex plot problems by having a character suddenly wake up and discover all their problems were just a bad dream.
July 24, 2023
Overall a satisfying, high stakes conclusion to the series, BUT:
January 5, 2015
There are few books that can keep me awake. This is one of them. It's an excellent book with elaborate story and suspense. I really loved the way Grid Society was detailed and presented in this final book of the series. The final, culminant, battle is also great, though I expected more twists. Nonetheless, there were unexpected turns, great battles, a little love story, and a grand finale. This book is just got in my personal top 3.
January 16, 2021
Up until the last book, very enjoyable, then disappointed.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 9, 2022
Not a bad series, but I'm glad I'm finished.
September 24, 2023
This fourth book was the perfect finale.
(minor spoilers below)
I actually loved seeing Micah's character grow regarding the Louise situation. I felt that's what was missing in the third book but i was pleased with how it was tackled in this one.
The only thing i felt was truly missing was more descriptions (can't believe i am saying this as a chronic description hater), but with the vast amount of characters and made up science stuff, it's easy to forget who is what and what is what (although there is a glossary at the end so maybe that's just me).
The very end was also very predictable but in a "oh im emotional and i can see where this is going" kinda way, and I can't lie, I almost shed a tear. It felt like the perfect conclusion.
Overall 4.5/5 rounded up because this is goodreads (and not letterboxd). I would recommend this series!
PS: how are the spiders only level four ... like the math is not mathing 😭
(minor spoilers below)
I actually loved seeing Micah's character grow regarding the Louise situation. I felt that's what was missing in the third book but i was pleased with how it was tackled in this one.
The only thing i felt was truly missing was more descriptions (can't believe i am saying this as a chronic description hater), but with the vast amount of characters and made up science stuff, it's easy to forget who is what and what is what (although there is a glossary at the end so maybe that's just me).
The very end was also very predictable but in a "oh im emotional and i can see where this is going" kinda way, and I can't lie, I almost shed a tear. It felt like the perfect conclusion.
Overall 4.5/5 rounded up because this is goodreads (and not letterboxd). I would recommend this series!
PS: how are the spiders only level four ... like the math is not mathing 😭
July 30, 2020
Lord of Rings, Game of Thrones, Foundation Empire, West World and Star Wars
Best series of science fiction - heavy on the science - that i have read. Categoring this amazing series is too limited. Its Lord of the Ringe; Foundation Empire, Game of Thrones, West world and Star Wars. I loved every minute of the hours of entertainment that was fun, serious, emotional and mind-blowing. I am sad it ended.
Best series of science fiction - heavy on the science - that i have read. Categoring this amazing series is too limited. Its Lord of the Ringe; Foundation Empire, Game of Thrones, West world and Star Wars. I loved every minute of the hours of entertainment that was fun, serious, emotional and mind-blowing. I am sad it ended.
October 27, 2023
All the alien races are on the board and in play for the final conflict. There's a lot of strategic maneuvering going on, and both sides are getting their ducks in a row, preparing for the battle to save the galaxy. Many of our main characters are lost in the war. There is plenty of action, and the pacing is well done in this finale. It provides a decent and respectable ending to the saga
August 2, 2017
Not quite up to the standard of the previous instalments. A lot of repetitive themes, the main characters are all feeling a little worn, and not a real sense of tension as to how things were going to turn out. Overall though a very fine four-book set, full of imaginative new ideas and adventure.
January 13, 2020
Very good
I started and could not stop. Read the whole series. Great new ideas and concepts. It take a special mind to think up and imagine races 1000 of times smarter then humans. Very enjoyable and interesting...
I started and could not stop. Read the whole series. Great new ideas and concepts. It take a special mind to think up and imagine races 1000 of times smarter then humans. Very enjoyable and interesting...
March 3, 2020
Best read in a while
This series has the best developed characters that are the ultimate villains and heroes. The action is great and it's not always predictable like so many. I've read many many scifi but this ranks at or near the top
This series has the best developed characters that are the ultimate villains and heroes. The action is great and it's not always predictable like so many. I've read many many scifi but this ranks at or near the top
July 15, 2020
A pleasure to read!
This is a great saga. Solid characters, ones I thought about when I couldn’t be reading their story. Will be looking to read other work by this author. Unusual for all the many threads of a story to mesh together into a coherent and visual end.
This is a great saga. Solid characters, ones I thought about when I couldn’t be reading their story. Will be looking to read other work by this author. Unusual for all the many threads of a story to mesh together into a coherent and visual end.
May 5, 2021
I don't usually go for science fiction that involves battles across galaxies and universes, I have thoroughly enjoyed this series of four books though. Having characters that have featured throughout, helping to retain interest and concern for them.
August 17, 2021
Not a bad story, however I listened to the audiobook and the narrator's constant mispronunciation of standard english words are infuriating. He can't even pronounce the authors name correctly. Hence the two star rating.
December 10, 2019
Imagination.
Excellent book/series. In time, I'll read the whole thing again. Broad reaching, thought provoking, riveting read, raced through it. Will sample more from this author.
Excellent book/series. In time, I'll read the whole thing again. Broad reaching, thought provoking, riveting read, raced through it. Will sample more from this author.
December 11, 2019
From where the story started, and the impact that followed, made it worth the read. What a journey! through time and space. It was hard to put the book down. Well done!
December 30, 2019
Alright.
Lots of twists and turns, lots of people die. LOTS of people die. A good read but a bit too much yoyo
Lots of twists and turns, lots of people die. LOTS of people die. A good read but a bit too much yoyo
January 16, 2020
Gripping
Fast paced with depth and lots of action. A truly gripping story. Loved it and couldn't put it down. Actually lost some sleep over it!!🙂
Fast paced with depth and lots of action. A truly gripping story. Loved it and couldn't put it down. Actually lost some sleep over it!!🙂
January 17, 2021
A really good series...
This four book series is one of the best I've read in a long while, full of cool stuff, and it still touches your heart.
This four book series is one of the best I've read in a long while, full of cool stuff, and it still touches your heart.
October 5, 2022
Finally, book 4, "Eden's Endgame." I thought I'd never finish this series. It was definitely a good story, otherwise I wouldn't have finished it :)
November 10, 2022
Solid series, I enjoyed it. I did think 1 and 3 were stronger than 2 and 4, but this was a good conclusion.
May 23, 2023
Lots more action, but this time with a bit of character development.
June 24, 2023
great conclusion to an amazing must read series! Rare for me to read an entire series, and though there was a tiny bit of drop off, this held up and was a strong finish
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