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Sparkling Death

by Mark Butler

In this podiobook: Mankind has conquered the stars, spreading out to populate the galaxy. Despite technological advancements the human desire for greed and profit at the expense of others still remains. What is the secret on Altruis 4? It is a secret that keeps its people in virtual slavery, a secret that millions will die for.Vance Slater and his team careen from the shark-infested depths of Ligos to the pleasure palaces of Nuvo and into the limitless depths of space in an effort to find an answer. As the Confederation descends into war only Vance has a chance of stopping the hostilities, but he will have to act fast for closing in is an unstoppable foe that controls the power of absolute zero.Featuring a fast-paced action-packed story with just a bit of sexiness, Sparkling Death will take you on a roller-coaster ride through the technology and adventure of tomorrow.

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Episodes

  1. 19. Revelations - Sparkling Death

    -In this episode: Darkness and Vance square off for the final battle.

  2. 18. A Message for M.R. - Sparkling Death

    -In this episode: M.R. receives unpleasant news from Darkness.

  3. 17. One Friend is Worth a Thousand Enemies - Sparkling Death

    -In this episode: Running out of options and with assassins closing in, Vance takes a desperate gamble.

  4. 16. Did Someone Mention Mermen? - Sparkling Death

    -In this episode: Reunited with Eleanor from Altruis IV, the truth is revealed even as they make a shocking discovery.

  5. 15. Stealth is the Name of the Game - Sparkling Death

    -In this episode: On Ligos, the team infiltrates the military compound and discovers just how far M.R. Industries is prepared to go.

  6. 14. The Best Beer is the Coldest. - Sparkling Death

    -In this episode: The vacation is cut short by the unexpected arrival of the invincible Darkness.

  7. 13. Everyone Deserves a Break Now and Then - Sparkling Death

    -In this episode: While waiting for news, Vance and Tiffani take in the sights at a ski chalet.

  8. 12. Turnabout is Fair Play - Sparkling Death

    -In this episode: With Tffani's fate hanging in the balance, Vance leads a desperate rescue party in a race against time.

  9. 11. The Most Dangerous Game - Sparkling Death

    -In this episode: Caught up in a big-game hunt, Vance must use all of his strength and wits to survive.

  10. 10. Even the Most Beautiful Rose Has Thorns - Sparkling Death

    -In this episode: On the trail of the woman from Altruis IV, the team lands on the pleasure planet of Nuvo where the chase takes an unexpected turn.

  11. 9. Taking Out the Trash - Sparkling Death

    -In this episode: The battle for control of Altruis IV rages as Vance searchesfor a quick solution.

  12. 8. A Free People Governed Under the Rule of law. - Sparkling Death

    -In this episode: With the danger averted, Vance travels back to Altruis IV tohelp set up a new government. A new menace rears its head.

  13. 7. Time for Plan 'C' - Sparkling Death

    -In this episode: The seeds of chaos that were so carefully planted bear fruit as Vance finally confronts the bomb.

  14. 6. Running Around Like a Chicken with its - Sparkling Death

    -In this episode: On the space station, Vance searches desperately for the bomb, while the team creates chaos.

  15. 5. A Trash Chute By Any Other Name - Sparkling Death

    -In this episode: The planned fate of Altruis IV is revealed while Vance struggles to escape the deadly trap.

  16. 4. Breaking In is Always the Easy Part - Sparkling Death

    -In this episode: Breaking into the administration complex on Altruis IV, Vance encounters a nasty surprise.

  17. 3. The Rich Get Richer and the Poor Get... - Sparkling Death

    -In this episode: The unstoppable Darkness negotiates a contract while the only friend Vance has on Altruis IV disappears.

  18. 2. Any Landing You Can Walk Away From... - Sparkling Death

    -In this episode: Crash-Landing on any planet is bad enough. Crash-landing on Altruis IV is worse, much worse.

  19. 1. It Looked Easy on the Vids - Sparkling Death

    -In this episode: Vance has a close encounter with a train wreck.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

In this podiobook: Mankind has conquered the stars, spreading out to populate the galaxy. Despite technological advancements the human desire for greed and profit at the expense of others still remains. What is the secret on Altruis 4? It is a secret that keeps its people in virtual slavery, a secret that millions will die for.Vance Slater and his team careen from the shark-infested depths of Ligos to the pleasure palaces of Nuvo and into the limitless depths of space in an effort to find an answer. As the Confederation descends into war only Vance has a chance of stopping the hostilities, but he will have to act fast for closing in is an unstoppable foe that controls the power of absolute zero.Featuring a fast-paced action-packed story with just a bit of sexiness, Sparkling Death will take you on a roller-coaster ride through the technology and adventure of tomorrow.

HOSTED BY

Mark Butler

Produced by Evo Terra

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How many episodes does Sparkling Death have?

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In this podiobook: Mankind has conquered the stars, spreading out to populate the galaxy. Despite technological advancements the human desire for greed and profit at the expense of others still remains. What is the secret on Altruis 4? It is a secret that keeps its people in virtual slavery, a...

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