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Mark Jordan
ALLi Author Member
Location: United States of America (the)
Genres: Science Fiction (Sci-Fi)
A retired firefighter/EMT-paramedic/special rescue technician: From a young adolescent to a young adult, he pursued many different hobbies and adventures. He was frequently off to some adventure spelunking, technical rock climbing, and backpacking. Canoeing and kayaking the white water rapids of many different classes. He was one for an adventure over the usual social structures of those times.
When he was not off on one of his pursuits of adventures, he was an avid reader of many of the authors from the science fiction genre. Isaac Asimov, Ray Bradbury, Arthur C. Clark, Philip K. Dick, Robert Heinlein, and Andre Norton, to name a few.
As an adult, he renewed his interest in amateur astronomy and astrophotography, and he finally built a small roll-off roof observatory in the backyard. He also has pursued an interest in many sciences related to the study and theory of astronomy.
As an adult, he traveled along many different trades and vocational paths. He achieved a career in the fire service. Working with a volunteer service first, then in a career department in a large metropolis in Indiana. The many realities of life encountered and dealt with in that career helped to shape his appreciation for the sanctity of life and the frailty of it as well. He tries to apply some of these lessons in his writing and fictional worlds.
“Never go to bed mad at the ones you love! Life's cruel fate could strip them from you tomorrow! Try to leave a legacy behind you of life and good works. This is the only life you get on this Earth, so use it wisely! I've helped to bring life into this world and felt the humbling experience of seeing it leave abruptly!” - Mark Jordan-
Mark Jordan's books
The Life And Times Of Gunnery Sergeant Jackson Mason: The Quest For Freedom
Set in a distant future, follow the journey of a young man from his early career in the Earth Alliance Fleet Marine Forces to his rise in rank and leadership within the galactic community.
In Book 1, 'The Quest For Freedom,' chronicles Jackson Mason’s early actions, relationships, and the changing galaxy around him. Witness his transformation from a ground-pounding Marine to a multi-coalition joint forces commander, guided by his unwavering code of Duty, Service, and Honor, and his commitment to never let down his fellow troops or those he protects.
As a bloody war escalates, Mason's rise in rank is accompanied by a growing suspicion of foul play at the heart of the conflict. His loyalty is pushed to its limits as he grapples with the profound consequences of his discoveries, leading to a thrilling and suspenseful turn of events.
In a galaxy engulfed in a war riddled with political corruption and corporate greed. Jackson Mason must choose to continue to watch his comrades and allies die senselessly in a conflict born of greed and corruption or take the opportunity to put an end to it! He must navigate a treacherous path to secure the safety of his comrades, even if it means putting his future on the line!
In a galaxy filled with many different players, races, and sovereignties. Mason will find many friends, comrades, and even saviors as he fights to see his people survive, find prosperity, and live in freedom. Mason will find both lifetime comrades and scheming stooges looking for a way to bring him down along his journey.