← Back to search
Cover of Catseye

Catseye

Jaki Demarest;William R. Forstchen (1999)

SubgenreHigh Fantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingPG-13
Pages (Standard (250-400))
SeriesShattered Light #3
Setting
CSM age13
Goodreads4.44

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageMild

Trigger warnings

MurderCaptivityViolence

Protagonist archetypes

Reluctant Hero

Synopsis

Deported from his own planet in a galactic war, Troy Horay was permitted to hire out as a daily laborer on Korwar, where he had been relocated. Temporary work in a strange interplanetary pet shop led Troy to the realization that with certain animals, he could hold wordless communication. Why were these animals being brought to Korwar? (from the book's 1st page) Who was the controlling agent they feared and hated? The night on which the pet-shop owner was killed, a few of the pieces in the puzzle fell into place. Just enough to involve Troy personally, and force his escape to a dead underground city and a bidder freedom that challenged time itself and the plans of mighty planetary rulers.

Is Catseye appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 13 and up.

A galactic refugee discovers he can communicate with mysterious animals and becomes embroiled in a deadly conspiracy involving murder and planetary intrigue. Moderate violence including a murder, but no graphic content or sexual material.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include murder, captivity, and violence.

Publisher age: Adult·Our content rating: 13+

Publisher ages reflect reading level; our rating reflects content maturity — they can differ.

Who'll love this

Teen readers who love sci-fi mysteries will enjoy following Troy as he uncovers secrets about telepathic animals and ancient underground cities.

Tags

Science FantasyMysterySpace Opera ElementsPlanetary Romance