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First, let's define the term "Mary Sue."​"Mary Sue" is defined as "a term used to describe a fictional character, usually female, who is seen as too perfect and almost boring for lack of flaws, originally written as an idealized version of an author in fanfiction." (* Dictionary.com )​ Is Mirov a "Mary Sue?" Short answer...NO! Let me be clear. NOOOOO!!!!​ I believe in the storytelling principle that no one in the story should get the hell kicked out of them more than the main protagonist. ​I documented my opinions on protagonists here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_LN1tysv_BU ​ "I believe you should beat the living shit out of your protagonist." - Me.​ Anastasia Mirov is a female and a badass for reasons made clear in the story's unfolding. I won't spoil my book, so you'll have to read it for the answers. I wanted to have a new heroine in the spirit of The Terminator's Sarah Connor, Alien's Ripley, and Kill Bill's Beatrix. There have been many other female heroes, but I wanted one in the mold of my favorite Holy Trinity of Female Protagonists.​ I won't elaborate and try to compare Ana to those three heroes. That would only embarrass me, and I make no assumption that Mirov belongs in their company yet.    Find more on her creation here:  https://www.mirov.com/post/what-inspired-the-title-and-character-mirov Here are a few character traits Mirov has that would make her less than "perfect."​ Impatient Arrogant Impetuous Resentful Quick to vengeance Not the best transport pilot She doesn't let anything go...at all.   Her main strengths are her resiliency and tenacity. However, to her detriment, she doesn't know the meaning of the word quit. ​ When it comes to the female body's strengths and weaknesses compared to the male body's, I suggest you read the book. Everything makes sense in the sci-fi action world built in the novel.   Look, I'll be straight with you: I don't particularly care whether you're convinced. I wrote the goddamn thing, and I hate Mary Sues as much as you do — probably more, because I have to live with my characters. I wouldn't have spent years building Anastasia Mirov just to hand you a paper doll. Read it or don't. That's on you, not me. Mirov is available now on Amazon . Thanks, David C. Hoke

I'm prepping this trailer to run on marketing campaigns in select cities around the US. Hopefully, you enjoy it! Watch it at the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MRMSp8JcTxw Or watch it here: Anastasia Mirov was built to kill. Trained, enhanced, and unleashed by a government that needed the best weapon money couldn't buy. She was their blade — until they decided she was a liability. Big mistake. Betrayed, exiled, and stripped of everything that mattered, Mirov doesn't fold. She doesn't negotiate. She doesn't wait for permission. She kills until she wins — and she will burn down every institution, army, and alien invasion standing between her and what was taken from her. This isn't a redemption arc. This isn't a hero's journey. This is a woman who was pushed past the point of no return and decided to make that everyone else's problem. Fast. Bloody. Unapologetic. If RoboCop and Aliens had a baby and that baby had a really bad week — you're in the right place. Mirov. Available now on Amazon .

by David C. Hoke We have finally met the enemy, and believe it or not, it is not us. Science had evolved to the point that deep space exploration was achievable and sustainable until it became standard practice. Advancements in interplanetary travel speeds cut trip times from years to days and months. The creation of artificial gravity, the ability to provide food, water, warmth, and fresh air to entire stations filled with people, had made the colonization of complete systems a reality. A new outer space Manifest Destiny had taken humanity to new worlds, but those advancements finally collided with another species capable of all we were capable of—and more. That fateful day was forever burned into the consciousness of every man, woman, and child on Earth. The audio recordings of the distress call haunted the memories of billions of souls. People changed the subject when it came up. Some committed suicide or fell into abuse or cultish behavior because of it. Some radicalized into extreme religious or political beliefs. Some ignored it and cast it all off to God's will. The videos were seldom played by the major networks anymore. You had to search hard to find the graphic images that appeared in the aftermath. Video and photos of the spacecraft's hull floating lifeless in space with the dead drifting in suspended time in the same rooms they died were leaked to the press and were seen by all. But no one wanted to remember that anymore. Even that famous distress call was barely played in public any longer. The static of the audio was memorized by people—the pops of it, the squawk of the radio. The um's and ah's and the sound of the engineer's voice on the radio was seared into people's conscience. "...uh...this is mayday...mayday, mayday...this is the US3 Charlemagne... US3 Charlemagne to the Houston...uh...to Houston...," recording starts. The voice couldn't hide its shock yet maintained a monotone calm. Then a long, long pause of nothing followed by a pop. "Houston command...we have encountered an alien vessel...it is alien, there is no doubt it is not an Earth-based craft...it just fired some kind of beam at us...laser beam...a blue light beam that crossed over our bow...we think it was a warning shot, but we have no way...to confirm that, we have no way to confirm that obviously..." the voice continued. "But I am pretty sure they want us to stop our progress. We were just about to radio in our contact, but they fired almost as quickly as we saw them...we are relaying..." Then a few words were said that were debatable as to the translation. "We are...debating whether to stand our ground or to retreat... we aren't sure...what would be more provoking...to...provoking to...the, uh, I guess...alien craft... it's a large ship, quite larger than the Charlemagne...I would say larger than any craft I have seen...this is very apparently first contact or at least first contact in this fashion..." Houston and the Charlemagne continued discussing the technical elements of their ship, course, and position. The fact that no vessel could be sent to their aid in time to be of any immediate help was made clear. Then it happened. Shouting and alarms were heard in the background. The speaker's mouth must have been pressed into the mic creating a distortion. "Mayday, mayday, Houston...they look to be charging their cannons for a second shot...we believe they are preparing a second shot...we are full speed in retreat but...oh god... Houston...oh no...shit...tell my kids I...oh god...we—" And the line went dead. In the immediate aftermath, astronomers worldwide worked together day and night in every hemisphere and on every continent to find where that alien vessel might have originated. After four days, the German astronomer Lukas Rubary successfully traced the alien vessel back to its planet of origin. He was obliged to name the planet and chose his last name for reasons only he could explain. "This planet is now the common enemy of the human race. I want no other word, surname, Christian name, creature, or idea to bear the burden of disdain that will come with being associated with this villainous place of evil. It is my responsibility to name what I discovered, and my name will take the responsibility so that no other name or word will come to be so resented or hated," Lukas told a shocked crowd of fellow astronomers. The Rubary killed eight thousand souls that day—unprovoked—without even attempting to contact them and for no apparent reason but to kill them. The world gathered and unanimously agreed to consolidate all space exploration, colonization, and defense into one global entity. Unidom was born. Unidom was to be led by a "Governor" the UN Security Council appointed. It was a lifetime appointment, but the Council could remove them if they saw fit. This position was the single most powerful position in the world. Though the post had no authority over any sovereign government, the Governor's influence weighed heavily on Earth-based politics. Within Unidom, the Department of Intelligence (DOI) and numerous other agencies and departments were formed. Comparable to the concepts of the CIA, KGB, or Mi6, the DOI reported directly to the Governor and had no boundaries on its scope of operations. The DOI could be active on Earth or in space. The threats to the Unidom mission were everywhere, and the DOI was the first line of defense against them. The many colonies on space stations and Mars had grown to be populated by millions of people. Mars itself was now home to several million citizens and fully functioning cities that resembled life on Earth: living districts, downtown districts, shopping, tourism, soccer, you name it. While they had grown in numbers, so had their desires for autonomy. Revolts and rebellions were frequent. Skirmishes and political bombings were commonplace but mostly disorganized. Over the decades, Unidom had come to be hated in the same measure it was revered. Their reputation for crushing these rebellions with an iron fist had damaged their influence and respectability. The DOI's position in stopping these rebellions, assassinating these revolutionary figures, or arresting whole cells of resistors was well known. News footage of their bloody "justice" had made their reputation one of dread or revile. Video and photos of bloody opposition leaders dead on sidewalks or in cars at the hand of DOI agents had circulated the net to provide proof of accused overreach. Where does individual freedom end, and where does protection against the threat of the Rubary begin? No one seemed to be able to answer this question. But while space exploration had increased, so had the exploration of other sciences. Minor skirmishes against the Rubary had supplied humanity with samples of their biology and technologies. The understanding of genetics had exploded. Everything had accelerated. Humanity was moving faster than it ever had before. The growing pains of that were felt everywhere. In space, in genetics, culturally, and politically. Everything was racing to an end that no one could see. The universe was under tremendous pressure, and no one knew when it was all going to blow.

Texas-based action fiction author, content creator, and marketing professional. Mirov series, Pistol Jake, and more. David C. Hoke Author. Creator. Texan. Workaholic. I write hard fiction for people who are tired of soft stories. My Mirov series is military sci-fi with teeth — action, consequences, and a protagonist who hits back harder than she gets hit. Pistol Jake is Old West noir with a body count and a conscience. More books are coming because I can't stop. When I'm not writing I'm running Social Media Cowboys, working in media sales, creating content that gets millions of views, and raising a family in Waco, Texas. No woke. No fluff. Just like Mirov: Kill Until You Win, baby! Where do you want to go? 📚 READ THE BOOKS 📲 FOLLOW ALONG 🎬 WATCH THE CONTENT ✉️ GET IN TOUCH 🎯 NEED MARKETING HELP? 💪 CoNetWorkers - COMING SOON 🎥 WACOWOOD

Kill until you win. Mirov returns, betrayed from within and hunted without. Volume II of the relentless sci-fi action series by David C. Hoke. Available on Amazon. Mirov: Volume II: CounterAttack Kill until you win. Betrayed within, hunted without. Mirov returns to shatter the chaos and reclaim her world. Order Now In Mirov's world, there's only one rule: Kill until you win. In the shadow of interstellar conflict, Unidom's grip tightens across Earth and its colonies, fending off the relentless Rubary aliens. Mirov, the ultimate survivor, returns from Martian exile to reclaim her stolen future—only to face fresh betrayals from within. As a cunning adversary unleashes chaos on humanity's heart, she races through urban sprawls and hidden outposts to protect what matters most. Amid crumbling alliances and escalating threats, Mirov uncovers Unidom's darkest experiments fueling advanced weaponry. Caught in a brutal crossfire between tyrannical enforcers, defiant rebels, and invading Rubary hordes, she rallies a mismatched crew—including a sharp-tongued droid ally whose firepower rivals her own wit. High-stakes pursuits through rain-slicked streets, orbital station assaults, and explosive showdowns ignite as Mirov confronts redemption's brutal cost. How far will this unbreakable force push to shatter the chains of control—and what shattering revelations await her origins? Fusing the pulse-pounding intensity of Mission: Impossible, The Hunger Games, and Captain America with Die Hard's grit, Mirov Volume II delivers an unyielding sci-fi action odyssey. ”Put the spirit of your favorite pop culture franchises into a blender (Robocop, Die Hard, Aliens, The Hunger Games, Captain America, Mission: Impossible), drop in a ton of adrenaline, set them in the near, yet alternate, future and you will start to get an idea of what you can expect in the rousing, thrill-ride, white knuckle action epic, MIROV.” ~ Celeste Prater Author of the Award-Winning VISITING DARKNESS Winner The BookFest Award Reader Views Reviewers Choice Award

Everything you want to know about the Mirov series, Pistol Jake, and author David C. Hoke. Straight answers, no bullshit. Mirov FAQ Frequently asked questions Mirov FAQ Pistol Jake FAQ What is the book, Mirov, about? Mirov is a fast-paced science fiction action novel about Anastasia Mirov, a genetically enhanced government assassin for Unidom who is betrayed, exiled to Mars, and forced into a three-way war between an authoritarian Earth government, rebel forces, and a powerful alien species, all fighting over what she loves most. As Mirov is pushed to her limits, she turns from weapon to wild card, using advanced tech, hacking skills, and brutal combat to decide who, if anyone, deserves her loyalty—and how far she will go to protect her last remaining hope. What type of adventure awaits you in the Mirov series? In the Mirov series, you can expect a thrilling sci-fi adventure packed with military action, space opera drama, and techno-thriller excitement. If you love high-stakes battles, futuristic tech, and complex characters in morally gray situations, this series is perfect for you! What age group is Mirov suitable for? Mirov is written for adults and mature teen readers who are comfortable with graphic violence, intense battle scenes, and emotionally heavy subject matter. It is best suited for readers who enjoy darker, high-intensity science fiction rather than light or comedic space stories What is Unidom in the Mirov universe? Unidom is a powerful governing entity created to protect humanity from alien threats, controlling Earth, colonies such as Mars, and orbital space stations. Over time, its reach and methods become increasingly oppressive, sparking resistance movements and putting it at the center of the novel’s political and moral conflict How violent is the book, Mirov? The book includes graphic battle scenes and “not for the faint of heart” violence, appealing to readers who enjoy gritty, high-energy sci-fi rather than softer space opera. Was the cover of Mirov inspired by Kate Beckinsale? No, the cover of Mirov isn't inspired by Kate Beckinsale. While I think she's amazing, Anastasia Mirov's look is entirely original. For more details, check out: https://www.mirov.com/post/what-inspired-the-title-and-character-mirov Shouldn't Mirova be her surname instead of Mirov since Mirova is the correct female-gendered variant of the name? No. Her last name is Mirov, in the Americanized version of the name. This is clear in the book. Just search for women with the last name Mirov, and there are tons out there. This is not an error or an oversight but an intentional use of the surname. Why did you choose a female lead for Mirov? I chose a female lead for Mirov because it felt right for the story. If you’re curious about my decision and want to know more, check out: https://www.mirov.com/post/is-mirov-a-mary-sue Did I quote myself in the reviews? No. I pulled straight from real reviews. See them here. Scroll to the bottom: https://www.mirov.com/mirov-original-book Any plans for a movie? I would LOVE to make Mirov into an epic film or streaming series. I did some things within the novel to increase its adaptability for when the time comes. Making it into a film is my dream, but there is nothing on the horizon to get it on film yet. Was the cover of Mirov inspired by Lara Croft? While I'm a huge fan of Lara Croft and loved the original game on PS1 and the movies, the cover of Mirov isn't based on her. Mirov's look and image are entirely unique. Was Mirov self-published? Yes. I had no desire to ask a publishing house for permission to be an artist. I didn't even try to get a publishing deal. Amazon KDP is a godsend for artists. I was mentored by a traditionally published author and she also served as my editor. Her resume is impeccable. Does Mirov and Pistol Jake exist in the same universe? Yes, but you're going to have to pay close attention to both books to figure out how. - David C. Hoke