Ah - one of my favorite authors, Christopher G. Nuttall doing what he does best. Utilizing his contrary ingredients of democracy and despotism, favoritism and free competition, he spins a magnificent story of galactic proportions that hits painfully close to home - especially in these time and days of an America that is in danger of becoming the state of political elitism, the very anathema of our forefathers. 1000 families rule the galaxy and it is Nuttall's choice of names you will take notice of - you will find amongst those names the Kennedys and Roosevelt’s, etc. The intriguing complexities and perplexities of Democracy's Right make for a solid read and if you have read Nutall's three-volume series "Barbarian at the Gates" you will feel right at home.

M.K 2017 ( )

My original Democracy's Right audiobook review and many others can be found at Audiobook Reviewer.

The galaxy is tightly controlled by the thousand families, an ultra-wealthy ruling class that only cares for more power and money. The many colonized worlds represent little more than resources and additional wealth and power. If an occupied world becomes more trouble than they're worth, the ruling families will crush it with their overwhelming military might, wiping out all life if necessary.

Commander Colin Walker and a handful of military leaders have had enough, vowing to bring democracy to the galaxy. If they fail, their treason can only be met with execution. On the other hand, if they succeed, the economic system everyone depends on could devolve into chaos, driving trillions into poverty and desperation.

Democracy's Right is a political, sci-fi novel with a military action base. It is exciting and thought provoking with a taste of ancient Rome in its theme. How does a ruling class control its empire from far away with long delays in communication and travel? The heroes are likable and the bad guys are hateful, the listener has no trouble choosing sides.

There is plenty of action to satisfy most military and sci-fi fans and a political economic background to make the struggle feel realistic. The characters are believable with enough human flaws to make them relatable. Definitely worth a listen.

The story is performed by Johnny Heller. His distinctive voice is easy on the ears and creates the proper mood of the novel. The characters are easily discernible and feel appropriate to their personalities. An excellent performance from a talented voice actor.

Democracy’s Right would definitely fit in the space opera category, with book one setting the stage for a much larger universe. The book finishes neatly but will have you looking forward to book two and beyond. A highly enjoyable listen that is recommended for space and military sci-fi fans.

Audiobook was purchased for review by ABR. ( )