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Hero archetypes
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Synopsis
The Metzadan Mercenary Corps' reputation hangs on a young man's fight to overcome his fear of battle while a guerilla war on the planet Neuva Terra tests the mettle of the galaxy's finest soldiers-for-hire. This sequel to Not For Glory exhibits Rosenberg's talent for fast-paced, readable military sf with a unique ethnic twist.
Is Hero appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
This military SF novel features war combat, guerrilla warfare, and the psychological toll of battle including fear and trauma. Strong violence is present throughout as genre-standard for military fiction.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, no sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include death, war, and violence (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens who love military science fiction with character-driven stories about soldiers overcoming fear will find this gripping.