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Synopsis
Lensman series, Book 2 of 7 In First Lensman, we find the benevolent super-beings of Arisia ready to bestow the first "lens" on a human being (which, among other things, will give humans telepathic powers). The honor goes to Virgil Samms, who will ever after be known as the "First Lensman." But it's a title that he'll have to earn by establishing the Galactic Patrol, a group that is at once powerful and incorruptible, and will protect the universe from the evil and almost-unstoppable Eddorians. If that weren't tough enough, Samms must also dodge assassination attempts at home and help his second-in-command, Rod "The Rock" Kinnison, win the presidency of North America. And that's just the beginning of his troubles.
Is First Lensman appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
Classic space opera with moderate action violence including assassination attempts and political conflict. No sexual content or strong language; focuses on heroic characters establishing an incorruptible galactic police force.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include murder, violence, and political violence.
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Who'll love this
Teens will enjoy the telepathic powers, galactic scope, and the adventure of building a force to protect the universe from evil.