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The Xenocide Mission

Ben Jeapes (2002)

SubgenreEpic Fantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingR
Pages (Standard (250-400))
SeriesThe Ark Universe #2
Setting
CSM age16
Goodreads3.68

Content levels

ViolenceStrong
Sexual contentNone
LanguageModerate

Protagonist archetypes

Squad / TeamFirst Contact Crew

Synopsis

The sequel to His Majesty’s Starship is filled with complicated politics, ingeniously different aliens and brutal fire fights. Lieutenant Joel Gilmore, part of a space observation team on the asteroid SkySpy, who come under attack by an aggressive, technologically advanced species of aliens known as the XC’s (Xenocides). Its a race against time for their fellow soldiers to rescue them. During the attempt, the rescue team uncovers shocking secrets of the solar system.

Is The Xenocide Mission appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 16 and up.

Contains brutal firefights and military combat violence between humans and technologically advanced aliens. Strong action sequences with casualties and warfare elements appropriate for mature teens and adults.

What to know going in

This book has strong violence, no sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include graphic violence, death, and violence (see the full list above).

Who'll love this

Teens who love high-stakes space battles, clever military tactics, and first contact scenarios will find this a thrilling ride.

Tags

Military Science FictionSpace OperaHard Science Fiction