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Hero archetypes
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Synopsis
AN INEXPERIENCED OFFICER. A DYSFUNCTIONAL SHIP. LIFE IN THE DEEP DARK JUST GOT A LOT HARDER. In his first assignment as an officer, Ishmael Horatio Wang finds himself fresh out of school, wet behind the ears, and way out of his depth. Aboard the William Tinker the senior officers are derelict and abusive, the crew demoralized and undisciplined, and change unwelcomed and dangerous. Can Horatio use what he learned aboard the Lois McKendrick to help the crew find the ship’s heart? Or will he discover that bucking the system may come at too high a price? Return to the Deep Dark with Ish in this fourth installment of the award winning Solar Clipper Series as he makes the transition from crew to officer.
Is Double Share appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
A workplace drama set aboard a dysfunctional merchant spaceship where a young officer must navigate abusive senior officers and demoralized crew. The conflicts are primarily interpersonal and professional, with themes of leadership, integrity, and systemic reform.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include emotional abuse and power imbalance.
Who'll love this
Teens will enjoy following a young officer trying to make positive changes aboard a troubled ship while dealing with difficult bosses and workplace problems.